D Rob

Proud American, Political enthusiast, erstwhile Arkansan- "Among other evils which being unarmed brings you, it causes you to be despised". —Niccolò Machiavelli

[Blue Lives Matter @bluelivesmtr]

🚨A Biden-appointed California judge ordered ICE to free MS-13's "The Witch," a man El Salvador already sentenced for a kneeling execution!!
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U.S. District Judge Jinsook Ohta, put on the Southern District of California bench by Joe Biden in 2021, ordered David Antonio Aviles Perez released from ICE detention last week. DHS said he had been held pending removal after agents arrested him in San Diego on March 26.
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El Salvador sentenced him in December to 20 years for aggravated homicide in the July 2014 k*lling in Yucuaiquín. Prosecutors there said gang members forced the victim to kneel while Aviles Perez and Ismael Enrique Mendoza Flores "sh*t the victim in the chest, back, and face."
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They call him "La Bruja." Salvadoran authorities identified both men as active MS-13 members. That sentence was entered while he was already in the United States.
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Monterey police arrested him in 2023 after he allegedly swung a machete at a homeless man at Laguna Grande Park. The file also listed as$ault with a deadly weapon, possession of a controlled substance, and petty theft. California sanctuary rules put him back out until ICE caught him again.
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Ohta ruled ICE had held him about five months without an individualized finding that he was a danger or a flight risk. Her order did not erase the El Salvador conviction. DHS says he is back on California streets.
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#ICE #California

[Operation Lone Star Task Force @OLSTaskForce]

Thank you for coming to Texas and getting on the ground with us to see firsthand how cartel criminal operations extend far beyond drugs and human smuggling.

We appreciate your commitment to telling this important story and shining a light on a threat too few Americans know about.

[News18 @CNNnews18]

#IndiaChina | Is the threat from China exaggerated or real?

Given the magnitude of this disaster, we must ask a fundamental question: did China's infrastructure development contribute to it? The answer is yes: Ken Cao, Host of Ken Cao YouTube Channel (@KenCao_onChina)

Watch #ThehardFacts with @RShivshankar

#IndiaChina #Nepal #Geopolitics #ForeignPolicy #NationalSecurity #IndiaNepal

[Ruben @RubenAG67]

@amyforsandiego I live in Sacramento and work two blocks from the Capitol. Those people on camera, are at the Federal building harassing ICE and others who work there. It's an everyday thing. Sac PD allows them to block lanes of traffic and break other laws without action

[Ben Bergquam - Real America’s Voice (RAV-TV) News @BenBergquam]

IF THIS DOESN’T PISS YOU OFF, THERE’S SOMETHING WRONG WITH YOU!

We were out with Sacramento ICE ERO all day going after child molesting illegals then sat at the Sacramento jail for five hours waiting for this scumbag illegal to be released, but it appears the jail is delaying his release until after ICE leaves.

*Sanctuary policies, protect illegal alien and victimize American citizens. Anyone who says otherwise is a liar.

Law & Border @RealAmVoice

@OreoExpress @BillMelugin_ @WillTheRealDeal @atensnut @AndrewKolvet @SaraCarterDC @bennyjohnson @realBrandonGill @realDonaldTrump @mrddmia @EricLDaugh @RealTomHoman @GuntherEagleman @Savsays @JackPosobiec @DavidJHarrisJr @laralogan @nicksortor @nickshirleyy @Timcast @CollinRugg @alexstein99 @ScottPresler @JDVance @EndWokeness @nataliegwinters @nypost @TimRunsHisMouth

[Open Source Intel @Osint613]

Spanish Olympic skateboarder Danny León timed a mid-air trick to a solar eclipse, calling it "the move of his life."

[PBS News @NewsHour]

President Trump is selling early access to his social media posts.

Truth Social launched a subscription service giving businesses and trading firms a first look at posts from Trump and other high-profile accounts. The price tag is reportedly up to $100,000 a month. Critics are raising alarms because that head start means paying customers see market-moving statements from a sitting president before the public.

@GeoffRBennett speaks to @BobbyAllyn for more.

[The Real Mike Rowe @mikeroweworks]

Not the way I planned on spending my afternoon, but 7,600 comments should not be ignored! Bots, trolls and personal attacks notwithstanding, the critics of yesterday’s post were dominated by a large and vocal contingent who rushed to remind me that there’s “a difference between socialism and communism,” an obvious indication that they didn’t actually read the post.

Shelley Armour writes… “Mike! You know there is a difference between democratic socialism and communism, right?”

Hi, Shelley. Yes, I know there’s a difference, and I understand what the difference is. The larger point, and the fundamental flaw with your comment, is that you seem to believe the candidates within the Democratic Socialist Party are both “democratic and socialist" simply because that’s the name of their club. Well, maybe some of them are. I really couldn’t say. What I can tell you for sure is that more than a few have called for the complete dismantling of capitalism, free markets, representative government, property rights, borders, police, prisons, and the Constitution in general. My post referred to them, as well as a number of elected Democrats who have agreed to campaign on their behalf – including Gavin Newsom, who said, "The Democratic Party must accept the DSA in order to take back the Congress.” His words, not mine.

Tracey Steele writes…“Wow! I cannot believe Mike Rowe said this. He has a huge reach, and he is actually spouting the word “communism” like it’s the 1950s! Wow Wow Wow!”

Wow indeed, Tracey, and thanks for noticing the size of my reach! (Contrary to popular belief, size does matter!) To say it again, I am not the one “spouting” communism or conflating socialists and communists. The word is being “spouted” by members of the DSA who are using it to describe themselves. I am not accusing them; I am quoting them.

John Engles… Hey Rowe, what’s the difference between the Communists who want to run the country and the Nazi/fascist who currently is?

Several differences, John, but the only one relevant to this conversation is the fact that the communists currently running for office have clearly identified themselves as such. They do not dispute or reject the label. They embrace it. It is who they are, who they claim to be, and who they want to be. The president, on the other hand, has never claimed to be a Nazi or a fascist. That doesn’t mean he isn't, but it is worth noting he has rejected the accusation outright. Obviously, you are entitled to that opinion and the right to share it publicly, thanks to our Constitution. Unlike in a fascist, Nazi, or communist regime. (Also worth noting, Nazis and fascists are not the same thing.)

Chris Tomaloff writes… “Kinda like how the political right didn’t shout down the extreme rhetoric coming from their candidates?”

No, Chris, not like that at all. In the video I shared, we saw examples of prominent Democrats saying things like, “We need to elect more communists!” (Cea Weaver, Director of the NYC Mayor’s Office.) Mamdani himself literally tweeted, "Each according to their need, each according to their ability." That’s a direct quote from the Communist Manifesto.

But what exactly is the corollary from the right? Are prominent Republicans tweeting, “We need to elect more Nazis! We need to elect more fascists! Eat the poor!” I don’t think so. John Engles may think Trump is fascist and a Nazi, but Trump disagrees, and so do a majority of voters. Communists, on the other hand, say it loud and say it proud. I’m inclined to take them at their word.

Beto Ojeda… “Mike has always leaned to the Trumpian view of things but never states it, so as not to alienate anyone, but we know how to read between the lines. This “communist” talk is McCarthyism 2.0.”

I wasn’t around in the 1950s, Beto, but from what I’ve read, it was indeed a very difficult time to be a communist in this country. Lots of private citizens were dragged before Congress, made to take “loyalty oaths," and blacklisted in their places of work. I can’t justify it or condone it, but I can explain it. We had just fought a hot war against fascism and Nazism and just begun a Cold War against a communist regime. The existence of an organized Communist Party in this country at such a time strained the limits of tolerance. But do you really think we’re less tolerant today than we were seventy-five years ago? Do you really believe my comments about communists who claim to be communists are synonymous with another Red Scare? If you haven’t noticed, Chris, no one in the DSA, including the communists, is being dragged before Congress and made to swear a loyalty oath to the Constitution. Today, a communist in America can run for office…with the endorsement of the governor of California! And the tacit approval of a major political party! Seems to me we’re about as far from McCarthyism as we can get.

As for my desire not to alienate anyone, I suppose I am guilty of that. I run a foundation that is open to people of all political beliefs, and we’ve assisted lots of Americans who lean to the left. I also know for a fact that many Democrats have supported mikeroweWORKS historically, and I have no desire to run them off. But do you really have to “read between the lines” to understand where I’m coming from?

True, I’ve never endorsed a candidate or publicly encouraged people to vote. But I’ve been very transparent about the fact that I’m a registered Independent who favors policies and programs that often align with conservative principles. Obviously, I would not characterize those conservative principles as “Trumpian,” because a) they were around long before him, b) Trump is not a conservative, and c) I do not agree with or support everything the President says and does. So, is it possible, Beto, that your accusation is rooted in the fact that I have never publicly denounced the president to your satisfaction? Is it possible you think I'm a Trumper, simply because I've never called him a fascist, or a Nazi, or a liar, or a conman, or a traitor, or whatever else you believe him to be?

Gretchen Seipp… Mike, the fact that you still act as though you’re not political after all this time is a bit ridiculous. I still support your work and foundation because I believe in it, but the folksy act has worn thin.

Aw, shucks, Gretchen. Folksy? Lil' ole me?
Honestly, how am I acting as if I am “not political?” This entire conversation is the very definition of “political.”

Christopher Pugh… I would have voted for Mike Rowe and Freddie a few years ago before he went full-on MAGA, and I’m all in favor of his project, but it’s pretty clear the political direction that he’s moved in and the money trail that has influenced it.

It’s Freddy, not Freddie. (I don’t much care, but he’s a terrier and particular about such things.) As for the “full-on MAGA” moniker, is there something I did specifically to earn that designation? Is there some kind of general definition you can share? Or, are you coming from the same place as Beto? Is calling me “Full-On MAGA" your way of saying that I’ve failed to condemn Trump to your satisfaction?

For the record, MRW is supported by liberals and conservatives alike. I have no idea what “money trail” you are referring to. Also, regarding my personal politics, think about the implications of what I wrote. I said that the Democrats have been given a gift – an opportunity to appear reasonable by speaking the truth to their own party, just as Bill Maher has done. All they have to do is distance themselves from candidates who have called for the complete dismantlement of our Constitution. All they have to do is say, “Hold on, comrade. Our tent is not that big. We respect your right to hate America, but we don’t want you in our party, and we will not support your candidacy.”

If they say that, I think a lot of Independents would see them as they see John Fetterman, who has, in the eyes of many voters, become the most “rational” Democrat currently in office. If they don’t – if they actually welcome communist candidates into their party – then I’m afraid the Democrats, by default, will offer the American people a very simple choice in November – a party that disavows communism vs. a party that doesn’t. I think such a choice would be very positive for Republicans because I don’t think most Americans want to align themselves with a Democratic Party that welcomes communists. The question for you, Chris, is why would a “Full-On MAGA” like me encourage Democrats to act in a way that would disadvantage the Republican Party? And the answer is simple – it’s because I support the existence of a Democratic Party that believes America is still a fundamentally good place.

I think there’s a lot of room for improvement in our country, and I believe the best way to realize those improvements is for Democrats and Republicans to have continuous, robust and public debate about all the issues. But if one of those parties is affirmatively determined to transform our democratic republic into a communist state, then we’re no longer debating the various ways to make our country better; we’re debating the merits of destroying it. And really, what’s the point of tolerating that?

America is already a big tent, filled with hundreds of millions of people with wildly differing views and lots of political parties that represent those views. We’ve got the Green Party, the American Freedom Party, the Socialist Workers Party, the Constitution Party, and of course, the Communist Party USA, as well as the Democratic Socialist Party. America’s tent is so big, we can even tolerate fringe parties like the KKK, the Proud Boys, the Oath Keepers, and so forth. Why then, does Gavin Newsom want to make room in the Democratic tent for socialists and communists? There’s only one reason, and he’s already spelled it out for us – he believes the Democrats need them to win back the Congress. I think it’s a bad bet for the Democrats and for America. And if a prominent Republican reached out to the KKK with the same “big tent” offer, you’d better believe my vote would be in play.

Michael Tillman… When are you going to throw your hat into the ring, Mr. Rowe?

Ha! When it no longer fits my head!

[Don Pettit @astro_Pettit]

I finally have all 1.2 million raw image files from my latest mission to ISS! Here is a sample of one of my favorite Milky Way photos, taken from the Cupola with Nikon Z9, Arri Zeiss 15mm lens, T1.8 with custom sidereal drive that cancelled out star motion relative to our orbit.

[Sacramento Sheriff @sacsheriff]

OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING IN LA RIVIERA

On Friday, July 31, 2026, at approximately 9:00 am, our Communications Center received a call stating a transient subject, described as an adult male, was burglarizing the victim’s vehicle on the 9000 block of Folsom Blvd. When the victim attempted to get his items back from the suspect, the suspect pulled out a knife and threatened the victim. Whendeputies arrived on scene, the suspect had already fled. Deputies canvassed the area looking for the suspect. Deputies located abandoned property in the area, possibly belonging to the suspect, and were able to determine his identity based on the property.

At approximately 10:20 am, our Communications Center received a call reporting a burglary in progress on the 2600 block of Mackinaw Way. The homeowner had returned home to find a man matching the description of the previous robbery suspect inside his home. The suspect had the homeowner’s handgun and threatened to kill him, repeatedly pointing the weapon at the homeowner’s head. Fortunately, the homeowner was able to run from the residence and call 9-1-1. The suspect attempted to steal the homeowner’s vehicle but was unsuccessful. Instead, he stole his bicycle and fled.

Deputies arrived on scene and located the suspect fleeing on the stolen bicycle, with the stolen firearm in his hand.Deputies attempted to stop the suspect, however, he refused to comply. Deputies followed him from Grayling Way onto Westbound Barracuda Way. The suspect reached the end of the cul-de-sac and stopped at the locked gate. Afterabandoning the bicycle, he squeezed between the two gates and fled into the large parking lot. Deputies continued pursuing the armed suspect on foot.

When the suspect reached the fence at the end of the parking lot, he suddenly turned to face the deputies. Despite repeated commands to drop the firearm, the suspect instead raised the gun toward deputies. One deputy fired his rifle toward the suspect. During the officer-involved shooting, the suspect was struck and dropped his firearm. Deputies began providing emergency medical care, including applying a chest seal and a tourniquet, until Fire personnel arrived. The suspect was transported to a local area hospital, where he was taken into surgery. At the time of this release, the hospital advised he was out of surgery and recovering in stable condition.

Luckily, neither victim was injured by the suspect. No deputies were injured during this incident. At this time, investigators believe the victims were random and had no known connection to the suspect.

The investigation into this incident is still ongoing. It will be conducted by the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau and Professional Standards Division, which is standard practice for any officer-involved shooting that occurs in the Sheriff’s Office’s jurisdiction.  An independent review of the incident will be conducted by the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office.  In accordance with the Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures, the deputy involved in the shooting will be placed on administrative leave pending the investigation.

[The Vigilant Fox 🦊 @VigilantFox]

Stephen A. Smith publicly APOLOGIZES to Kyrie Irving after calling him "selfish" for refusing the COVID jab.

"Hindsight-wise, it didn’t make him stubborn or selfish. It made him BRAVE."

"I watched Dr. Fauci on Capitol Hill yesterday, and the person I thought about most was Kyrie Irving."

“Kyrie Irving stood out in my mind because of the heat that he was taking... He refused the vaccine. New York City's mandate made him ineligible for home games, and he linked his stance to people losing jobs over vaccine mandates."

“In my opinion, particularly hindsight-wise, it didn't make him stubborn or selfish. It made him brave. His willingness to stand up and say, ‘Nah, I'm not doing that.’

“It's just a time for reflection — to look at things differently.”

Kyrie gave up $11,400,000 in game checks during the 21-22 NBA season and a $100,000,000 extension with the Nets to be unvaccinated.

That cements his holdout as the largest financial sacrifice any athlete has ever made over an issue in history.

[Sarah Adams @sarahadams]

Everyone is talking about Spain. Meanwhile, in December 2023, the U.S. was averaging around 10,000 illegal border crossings a day. Not in one day, every single day. This wasn't someone else's crisis. It was ours.

We still aren't seeing anywhere close to the level of deportations needed to deal with all the damage of what happened. We must demand the government do more!

[D Rob @D_Rob_Rob]

@Tutrifour @sacsheriff Romani Crime syndicates. If you cooperate with the feds then they wouldn’t be here long. Protect the illegal aliens first of course instead of Californians.

[D Rob @D_Rob_Rob]

Nice work

[Fox News @FoxNews]

The FBI says another alleged healthcare fraudster accused of stealing more than $500 million from American taxpayers is now in custody.

Federal investigators say Khalid Sartori was the mastermind behind the massive fraud scheme that provided expensive genetic cancer tests that patients didn't need.

He is the third "Most Wanted" suspect captured since the FBI launched its Most Wanted Healthcare Fraud list just one month ago.

@Danamariemctv reports.

[The Vigilant Fox 🦊 @VigilantFox]

RFK Jr. says HHS loses $100,000,000,000 a year to theft.

He found some thieves would bribe poor people with flat screen TVs to get their patient numbers and enroll them in hospice.

Then they would proceed to bill Medicaid "$6,000 a month FOREVER."

RFK JR: "We shut down 800 hospices. You know what a hospice is? Where you're going to die. Typically, if you go to a hospice, you leave within 18 days because your dying is terminal."

"We started looking at these hospices in Los Angeles, and the people never died. Two or three years later they were there, and we're paying $6,000 a month."

"We found a hotel room with 29 hospices in it. I mean a hotel, every room was a hospice, and none of them had any patients. They were just addresses."

"The guys who own them, they were Estonians and Armenians and people from Eastern Europe who were getting the patient numbers. They were stealing them from doctors' offices."

"They were also going into poor neighborhoods in Los Angeles and they'd say to the people, 'We'll give you this $375 flat-screen TV. You give us your patient number and we're going to enroll you in this hospice. You don't ever have to go. We're just going to enroll you,' and then we'll charge Medicaid $6,000 a month forever. And the guy never dies, of course, because he was never sick."

"We didn't get a single call from a congressman or from a business owner saying, 'Oh, you shut down my hospice and all these patients are on the street.' None of them, because they were all crooked and they knew they were crooked."

[🇺🇸RealRobert🇺🇸 @Real_RobN]

Here it is:

The single greatest crime ever perpetrated against the American people.

American taxpayers paid $220 million to rent the entire Roosevelt Hotel in Manhattan to house an invasion for nearly four years.

20 million illegals:

They had their own National Guard, their own lawyers, their own interpreters, their own caseworkers, and even their own nurses—to assist pregnant women—exclusively for birthright citizenship, while being managed by Tren de Aragua.

The hotel is owned by the government of Pakistan, and the deal was reportedly part of a $1.1 billion IMF bailout package intended to help Pakistan avoid defaulting on its international debt.

Prior to this sweetheart deal, the hotel had been closed since 2020, having long struggled with low occupancy and being in dire need of renovation.

[Swann Marcus @SwannMarcus89]

Cambridge disabled Shot Spotter because they said it was racist. Then a black Public Works employee got shot, lay undiscovered for over an hour while bleeding out in a public park, and died because first responders didn't know a shooting happened

https://t.co/OKIie6BAfX

[Defiant L’s @DefiantLs]

Shirley: “This public document says you have 7,899 members.”

“No, we don’t have 7,000 members.”

Shirley: “So you’re overbilling then? You’re getting paid $1,600 per patient, that’s how you got $12.9 million in 2024.”

[NBA @NBA]

Cleveland's 2nd-round pick, Meleek Thomas, in today's @NBASummerLeague action:

30 PTS (game-high)
4 REB
7 AST
4 STL
4 3PM