FBI: Hundreds of Alleged Child Predators Arrested in Texas
Operation Soteria Shield marks the FBI’s second large-scale bust of suspects accused of using the internet to sexually victimize children.
A monthlong investigation in Texas snared 244 alleged online child-sex predators, the FBI and other agencies announced at a June 10 news conference in Dallas.
“We’re taking them off the street and not stopping,” FBI Director Kash Patel wrote in a social media post.
The FBI Dallas office’s special agent in charge, R. Joseph Rothrock, told reporters that a common goal united more than 70 federal, state, and local agencies: “to rescue children from abuse and exploitation.”
This marks the second month in a row that the FBI has announced large-scale arrests of alleged online predators. Such cases are considered high priority for President Donald Trump’s Justice Department, Patel said last month, as he announced that 205 suspects were arrested in a nationwide sweep called Operation Restore Justice.
The Texas-based investigation, dubbed Operation Soteria Shield, “rescued 109 children” and gathered “terabytes of illicit data,” the FBI said, adding that electronic devices are being further analyzed. The new evidence could lead to additional arrests or identifying victims.
Child Predators Arrested in Texas
Biden White House doctor facing allegation of of sexual misconduct
Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX), a former White House doctor himself, just levied a bombshell sexual misconduct allegation against the Biden administration.
This week, Jackson claimed that Dr. Kevin O’Connor had engaged in inappropriate sexual misconduct.
When Jackson was the White House doctor, he said he was responsible for signing O’Connor’s evaluations and fitness reports. According to Jackson, he considered getting rid of O’Connor on several occasions.
He posted, “I said YEARS AGO that Biden was cognitively unfit to be President. Whistleblowers are confirming that the Democrats, and Biden’s physician, Dr Kevin O’Connor, knew this too.” Jackson added, “Our reputation as a country took a MASSIVE HIT while Biden’s AUTOPEN was running the country. We need answers NOW! WHO was really in charge??”Jackson then explained why he did not fire him, stating, “I didn’t get rid of him because I knew it would be an exercise in futility.” He added, “Because if I had gotten rid of him, it was made very clear to me that I would be immediately getting a phone call from President Obama telling me, ‘What are you doing? Joe Biden’s upset. You need to hire this guy back or you need to stop this. You can’t get rid of this guy.’”
FOX BUSINESS | Amazon announces $20B investment in rural Pennsylvania for AI data centers
Amazon announced a historic $20 billion investment in artificial intelligence data centers in rural Pennsylvania, marking the largest corporate investment in the state’s history, with plans to enhance infrastructure, create jobs, and collaborate with the Trump administration on expanding AI capabilities.
DAILY WIRE | FBI Identifies Man Caught On Camera Hurling Rocks At Feds During Anti-ICE Riot
The FBI has identified Elpidio Reyna as a suspect in the anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles, charging him with assault on a federal officer, while President Trump has deployed additional National Guard troops to address the unrest.
JUST THE NEWS | Majority of voters approve of Trump deportation program, CBS News poll finds
A CBS News poll found that 54% of voters approve of President Trump’s deportation program, with 42% believing it has made America safer, while opinions on its economic impact remain divided.
WASHINGTON TIMES | Trump says Los Angeles would be ‘burning to the ground’ if he hadn’t deployed troops
President Donald Trump defended his deployment of U.S. Marines and the California National Guard to Los Angeles amid anti-ICE riots, arguing the city would have faced greater destruction without federal intervention.
FOX BUSINESS | PETER NAVARRO: Trump’s 50% steel tariff is a necessary shield for American industry
President Donald Trump has raised steel tariffs to 50%, aiming to protect the U.S. steel industry amid global overcapacity and foreign trade practices, reinforcing national security and domestic manufacturing.
Hegseth on the Hill |
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said yesterday that 4,000 National Guard troops will remain in Los Angeles for at least 60 days, a deployment he says will cost the US military at least $134M. The comments came in testimony before the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee as it analyzed the proposed defense budget for fiscal year 2026.
The FY 2026 defense bill (see summary) allocates $831.5B to the Pentagon, matching FY 2025’s levels; an additional $150B over four years is expected to come through congressional reconciliation plans, lifting spending to nearly $1T. Following Hegseth’s testimony, the Republican-led subcommittee advanced the budget proposal, sending it to the broader appropriations committee for review. A full House vote is expected as soon as this month.
Hegseth was also asked about diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, Ukraine’s recent drone attacks (see previous write-up), and foreign aid programs. His comments came as protests over immigration raids continued yesterday in at least a dozen cities, including New York City and Chicago. Meanwhile, Los Angeles enacted a partial curfew for its downtown.
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NFL Star ARRESTED After Fatal Motorcycle Wreck
Former Dallas Cowboys player Kelvin Joseph Jr. was arrested for DWI after a deadly motorcycle crash that killed 27-year-old Cody Morris on North Central Expressway in Richardson, Texas, marking his second connection to a fatal incident in three years.
Top Brands Send CLEAR Signal About WOKE Campaigns – ENOUGH!
Corporate America is abandoning LGBTQ Pride sponsorships nationwide as President Trump’s administration reinforces parental rights and reins in progressive agendas in schools and businesses. According to a 2025 Pride Pulse Poll, nearly 40% of major companies plan to reduce Pride-related engagement this year, creating significant budget gaps for event organizers who have relied heavily on corporate funding. The widespread corporate retreat represents a dramatic shift from previous years when companies eagerly displayed rainbow logos and marketed Pride-themed merchandise throughout June.
Key Takeaways
- 39% of major companies plan to reduce Pride-related engagement in 2025, citing pressure from the Trump administration and consumer backlash
- Pride events across South Florida and nationwide are facing significant budget shortfalls as corporate sponsors withdraw financial support
- Pride organizers are spending thousands more on security measures amid growing tensions, with Palm Beach Pride allocating an extra $15,000 and Wilton Manors’ Stonewall event adding $35,000 for metal detectors
- The Supreme Court is currently hearing Mahmoud v. Taylor, a landmark case challenging school districts’ authority to force children to participate in LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum against parents’ religious beliefs
- Some companies continue supporting Pride events but do so discreetly to avoid consumer boycotts and political controversy
SEIU Leader Charged With Felony
David Huerta, the president of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) of California, was on June 9 indicted on felony charges relating to his conduct during an ICE operation in Los Angeles on June 6.
Huerta has been charged with one count of “conspiracy to impede an officer” under 18 U.S.C. § 372, which carries a maximum penalty of six years in prison.
Huerta allegedly sat cross-legged in front of a gate to prevent federal agents from transporting illegal immigrant detainees, and encouraged others to do the same. The criminal complaint suggests that he was spreading and/or receiving information about the real-time locations of agents in order to protest.
FBI Chief Kash Patel Uncovers Potential Pandemic Revelations from Fauci’s Devices
In a notable development, the FBI has retrieved electronic devices used by Dr. Anthony Fauci during the COVID-19 pandemic, potentially shedding light on the government’s response.
The retrieval of these devices is regarded as a pivotal step in probing the pandemic’s origins and the official reaction, according to FBI Director Kash Patel, though what has been found remains undisclosed, as the Daily Mail reports.
Under the Trump administration, the FBI has seized a cell phone and hard drives reportedly linked to Fauci during the critical period of the pandemic.
The search for these devices proved challenging, with the team encountering obstacles in locating them. Investigators hope to uncover details about controversial pandemic strategies, including lockdowns and mask mandates. Additionally, the connections of Fauci’s agency to the Wuhan lab, amid lab leak suspicions, are of significant interest.
The FBI and CIA maintain a belief that the emergence of COVID was closely linked to the Wuhan Institute of Virology. This facility reportedly received U.S. funding through Fauci’s previous organization, the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), for conducting coronavirus experiments.
America Demands NATO Allies Step Up…….NATO Allies WARNED: Pay Up or Get Left Behind
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth delivered an unambiguous message to NATO allies during a recent meeting in Brussels: America will no longer shoulder a disproportionate share of the alliance’s defense burden. The Trump administration has drastically raised expectations for NATO members, proposing they allocate 5% of their GDP to defense spending, more than doubling the current 2% guideline that many countries have yet to achieve. This aggressive target represents President Trump’s determination to fundamentally reshape how the alliance operates and distributes responsibilities.
America First: Prioritizing U.S. Troop Protection
The Trump administration has taken decisive action to redirect anti-drone technology originally designated for Ukraine to American forces stationed in the Middle East. This strategic pivot involves specialized fuzes used in ground-to-air rocket systems that are crucial for protecting troops against increasingly sophisticated drone attacks. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth formally notified Congress of this redirection, emphasizing the “urgent” nature of protecting U.S. personnel facing threats from Iran and Houthi militants in Yemen. The technology in question was initially purchased for Ukraine by the previous Biden administration but will now serve American interests directly.
Bioterrorism AIMED AT US? Scientists Accused…….Chinese Nationals Charged with Biological Smuggling Scheme
Yunqing Jian and Zunyong Liu face serious federal charges for allegedly smuggling Fusarium graminearum, a toxic fungal pathogen, into the United States. The Justice Department has charged both Chinese nationals with conspiracy, smuggling, making false statements, and visa fraud. This dangerous pathogen causes devastating crop diseases that can destroy wheat, corn, and other essential food crops, leading to significant agricultural losses and potential food shortages. The FBI has classified this fungus as a “potential agroterrorism weapon,” underscoring the severity of the threat to American agriculture and national security.
U.S. Marshals Snag MONSTER in Global Manhunt
Dominican national Luis Francisco Soriano, who allegedly slaughtered an entire family including two small children in New York, was finally captured at a luxury resort in Punta Cana after an international manhunt that spanned multiple countries.
Key Takeaways
- Luis Francisco Soriano, 31, was arrested in the Dominican Republic after fleeing the U.S. following the murders of four people, including two children ages 2 and 4, in Irondequoit, New York.
- Soriano and his brother, Julio Cesar Pimentel-Soriano, are both charged in the horrific family massacre that occurred on August 31, 2024, which also involved setting the victims’ home on fire.
- The fugitive evaded authorities by first fleeing to Puerto Rico before hiding in the Dominican Republic, where he was working at a hotel call center in Punta Cana.
- U.S. Marshals collaborated with Dominican authorities to capture Soriano, highlighting the international effort required to bring violent foreign criminals to justice.
- Soriano faces multiple charges including second-degree murder, burglary, kidnapping, and arson, and is expected to be extradited to the United States.
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Elite Restaurants BLASTED – Lawmakers Stir Revolt
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders lead a Democrat boycott of six upscale D.C. restaurants while restaurant owners warn the action will hurt the very workers the politicians claim to champion.
Key Takeaways
- Over 50 Democratic lawmakers are boycotting six popular Washington D.C. restaurants in support of unionization efforts, including high-profile Democrats like AOC, Pelosi, and Sanders.
- Restaurant groups STARR and Knightsbridge have condemned the boycott as “baseless,” warning it will harm employees by reducing hours, wages, and tips.
- Targeted establishments include Le Diplomate, Osteria Mozza, Rasika, Modena, Bombay Club, and The Occidental – all popular dining spots for D.C.’s political elite.
- The boycott is organized by Unite Here Local 25 union, which claims the restaurant owners are engaging in union-busting activities.
- Restaurant managers assert most staff members have no interest in unionization, creating a direct conflict with Democrat claims of worker support.
Judge Cites “Overwhelming” Self-Defense Evidence
U.S. District Judge Michael Brown delivered a decisive victory for former Atlanta police officer Sung Kim by dismissing all criminal charges related to the 2019 fatal shooting of Jimmy Atchison. The judge’s ruling was unequivocal in its assessment that Kim acted in legitimate self-defense when confronting Atchison, who was wanted for armed robbery. The charges against Kim included serious counts of involuntary manslaughter, felony murder, and aggravated assault stemming from the incident, but the judge found these charges fundamentally unwarranted given the circumstances officers faced during the dangerous arrest operation.
The evidence for self-defense is so overwhelming it is hard to understand how Georgia could have brought these charges in the first place, much less continued with them over the two and a half years since. Defendant’s shooting of Mr. Atchison was textbook self-defense,” said U.S. District Judge Michael Brown.
Democrats Target Popular D.C. Restaurants in Union Showdown
The Democratic Party’s latest attempt to court working-class voters has resulted in more than 50 Democratic lawmakers boycotting some of Washington D.C.’s most prestigious restaurants. Led by progressive firebrands Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders, the boycott targets six high-end restaurants owned by STARR Restaurants and Knightsbridge Restaurant Group. The restaurants include some of the capital’s most popular dining establishments: Le Diplomate, Osteria Mozza, Rasika, Modena, Bombay Club, and The Occidental – venues frequently patronized by the political elite.
Restaurant Owners Push Back Against “Baseless” Claims
Restaurant owners have responded forcefully to what they characterize as unfounded accusations
STARR Restaurants issued a strong rebuke of the boycott, arguing that it would primarily harm the very employees Democrats claim to be protecting. The company maintains that most employees at their establishments have shown no interest in unionization, contradicting the fundamental premise of the boycott. This raises serious questions about whether Democratic lawmakers have accurately assessed worker sentiment before launching their campaign.
“To the best of our knowledge, a majority of Le Diplomate employees have no interest in engaging in that process nor in being represented by a union. A boycott of any kind can result in lost hours, wages, and tips that our hardworking employees rely upon. It is unfortunate that an organization that claims to want to represent the employees of Le Diplomate would call for an action that would harm them,” stated a STARR representative
The owner of Knightsbridge Restaurant Group questioned whether lawmakers even understood what they were signing up for, suggesting this might be more about political theater than genuine worker advocacy. This boycott exemplifies the growing disconnect between Democrat politicians’ claims of supporting working Americans while taking actions that could directly threaten their livelihoods. Restaurant staff now face potential income reductions due to politically motivated actions from the same politicians who claim to champion worker rights. |