# media / bias (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover media / bias. Page: Feed: --- ## [August 23rd – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 581](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/23/august-23rd-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-581/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-23rd-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-581) _2026-08-23 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 23rd – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [Sunday August 23rd – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/23/sunday-august-23rd-open-thread-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sunday-august-23rd-open-thread-2) _2026-08-23 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Sunday August 23rd – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [Pop Culture Puts Antisemitism on Blast (Finally)](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/bill-maher-mark-ruffalo-antisemitism-paramount-merger/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bill-maher-mark-ruffalo-antisemitism-paramount-merger) _2026-08-23 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ The man who made a movie mocking religion is standing up for the Jewish people. And he’s virtually alone in pop culture circles. Bill Maher’s 2010 film “Religulous” poked fun at Christianity and other faiths, leaning into his atheism and wit. Now, Maher is the only mainstream late-night host to call out the shocking rise … The post Pop Culture Puts Antisemitism on Blast (Finally) appeared first on… ## [Trade Talks Collapse – Prime Minister Carney Talking Alot, President Trump Remains Quiet](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/22/trade-talks-collapse-prime-minister-carney-talking-alot-president-trump-remains-quiet/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=trade-talks-collapse-prime-minister-carney-talking-alot-president-trump-remains-quiet) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is delivering speeches, holding press conferences and trying to justify his position following the collapse of negotiations between the USA and Canada. Meanwhile, President Trump and his trade team are intentionally quiet. In all high-stakes negotiations, deals and financial issues, the apex predators always know you make your point clearly \[…\] The post Trade… ## [Trump Begs His MAGA Cult to ‘Pretend That I’m on the Ballot’ – And Democrats Concur](https://www.newscorpse.com/ncWP/?p=70587) _2026-08-22 · Mark NC · News Corpse_ It’s always obvious when Donald Trump is having a panic attack about matters that are beyond the control of his narcissistic malignancy. He typically lashes out frantically at his perceived political enemies, hurls infantile insults at the free press that he abhors, and beseeches his MAGA cult disciples to worship him harder. Click here to \[…\] ## [August 22nd – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 580](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/22/august-22nd-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-580/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-22nd-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-580) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 22nd – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [Saturday August 22nd – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/22/saturday-august-22nd-open-thread-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saturday-august-22nd-open-thread-2) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Saturday August 22nd – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [Talks Collapse – Tariffs Begin Now – A Direct and Confrontational U.S-Canada Trade War is Now a Reality](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/22/talks-collapse-tariffs-begin-now-a-direct-and-confrontational-u-s-canada-trade-war-is-now-a-reality/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=talks-collapse-tariffs-begin-now-a-direct-and-confrontational-u-s-canada-trade-war-is-now-a-reality) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Moments ago, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered the news via his X account. Discussions between the U.S and Canada have collapsed. All trade representatives are called back home. The 50% U.S. tariffs against Canada are now in effect. A trade war begins. First, read the statement from Prime Minister Mark Carney, with the understanding \[…\] The post Talks Collapse – Tariffs Begin Now – A… ## [JD Vance Delivers Remarks on Jobs and the Economy from His Hometown in Middletown, Ohio](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/jd-vance-delivers-remarks-on-jobs-and-the-economy-from-his-hometown-in-middletown-ohio/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jd-vance-delivers-remarks-on-jobs-and-the-economy-from-his-hometown-in-middletown-ohio) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Vice President JD Vance gave a speech today from his hometown in Middletown, Ohio. The theme of the speech was about U.S. jobs, economic nationalism and the rebuilding of American industrial strength. . Posted in Big Government, Economy, energy, JD Vance The post JD Vance Delivers Remarks on Jobs and the Economy from His Hometown in Middletown, Ohio appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [Why Does James Comey Matter?](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/why-does-james-comey-matter/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-does-james-comey-matter) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ During the 2016 effort to weaponize the institutions of government against the outside candidacy of Donald Trump, the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence (SSCI) was headed by Richard Burr and Dianne Feinstein. After the 2016 election Senator Feinstein abdicated her vice-chair position to Senator Mark Warner in January 2017. While the SSCI was engaged in \[…\] The post Why Does James Comey… ## [Collect Open Source Legends (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/MsV8yH7StDeD) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Open-licensed art, limited foil trading packs, and optional on-chain mints. ## [President Trump Lifts Tariff Quota on Imported Beef for 90 Days to Relieve Price Stress](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/president-trump-lifts-tariff-quota-on-imported-beef-for-90-days-to-relieve-price-stress/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-lifts-tariff-quota-on-imported-beef-for-90-days-to-relieve-price-stress) _2026-08-22 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ President Donald Trump announced today that import quotas on beef will be lifted for a period of 90-days in an effort to remove pricing stress on cattle and give U.S. ranchers an opportunity to restore herd head count. The short-term effort is directed to lower consumer prices, while in the longer term the U.S. cattle \[…\] The post President Trump Lifts Tariff Quota on Imported Beef for 90 Days to… ## [Trump Hypes a Phony ‘Census Bureau’ Report that He Says Proves He Won the 2020 Election](https://www.newscorpse.com/ncWP/?p=70583) _2026-08-21 · Mark NC · News Corpse_ Apparently Donald Trump has concluded that the prospects for Republicans winning the midterm election in November is a lost cause. And according to the most recent polls, he’s right. So he’s giving up on that and pivoting to a different election that he also lost, but whose defeat he has been unable to accept. Click \[…\] ## [President Trump South Carolina Rally with Darline Graham – 7:00pm ET Livestream](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/president-trump-south-carolina-rally-with-darline-graham-700pm-et-livestream/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-south-carolina-rally-with-darline-graham-700pm-et-livestream) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Tonight, President Donald Trump will appear at a rally in South Carolina to support the special election candidacy of Darline Graham. The anticipated start time of President Trump’s speech is 7:00pm ET with livestream links below. . . . Posted in Big Government, Donald Trump, Election 2026, Live Streaming, President Trump, RSBN The post President Trump South Carolina Rally with Darline Graham –… ## [President Trump Announces Departure of Ed Martin from DOJ](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/president-trump-announces-departure-of-ed-martin-from-doj/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-announces-departure-of-ed-martin-from-doj) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Many people, CTH included, hoped Ed Martin would be a man inside the DOJ machine that could bring accountability for prior govt wrongdoing. That hope never materialized. Today, President Trump announces Mr Martin’s departure. \[SOURCE\] 🎶…”Where have you gone, Joe diGenova? A nation turns its lonely eyes to you”…🎶 Dan Scavino – “When you get \[…\] The post President Trump Announces Departure of Ed… ## [Chief Justice Roberts Stays DC Appellate Court Ruling – White House Construction of Ballroom Can Continue](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/chief-justice-roberts-stays-dc-appellate-court-ruling-white-house-building-of-ballroom-can-continue/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=chief-justice-roberts-stays-dc-appellate-court-ruling-white-house-building-of-ballroom-can-continue) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts has stayed (removed) the lower court injunction blocking the White House from proceeding with Ballroom construction. The White House can now continue building the ballroom and national security complex. \[SOURCE\] {Background Story Here} Posted in Big Government, Lawfare, Military, President Trump, Supreme Court The post Chief Justice Roberts Stays DC… ## [EXCLUSIVE: The 20-Year Journey Behind ‘White Guilt’](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/exclusive-the-20-year-journey-behind-white-guilt/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exclusive-the-20-year-journey-behind-white-guilt) _2026-08-21 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ Director Eli Steele asks the questions 98 percent of his fellow filmmakers won’t. His 2018 film “How Jack Became Black” drilled down into the early stages of Identity Politics. His 2020 expose “What Killed Michael Brown?” crushed media narratives surrounding the Missouri teen’s 2014 death. (Amazon briefly tried to bury “Brown,” but a media blowback … The post EXCLUSIVE: The 20-Year Journey Behind… ## [President Trump and Former Antagonist Michael Cohen Have a Conversation](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/president-trump-and-former-antagonist-michael-cohen-have-a-conversation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-and-former-antagonist-michael-cohen-have-a-conversation) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Many may ask why President Donald Trump would give the time to a former lawyer who turned against him into one of the most antagonistic accusers, however, those questions can be reconciled by putting yourself in Trump’s shoes. No person in U.S. politics has been attacked with as much ferocity as Donald J Trump. Part \[…\] The post President Trump and Former Antagonist Michael Cohen Have a… ## [‘Insidious: Out of the Further’-Spooky Sixth Chapter for Die-Hard Fans](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/insidious-out-of-the-further-spooky-sixth-chapter-for-die-hard-fans/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=insidious-out-of-the-further-spooky-sixth-chapter-for-die-hard-fans) _2026-08-21 · Barry Wurst · Hollywood in Toto_ The good news about writer/director Jacob Chase’s “Insidious: Out of the Further” is that this franchise is still a reliable scare machine. The bad news is that this is, by far, the strangest entry yet and the best for the devoted fanbase. There’s still lots of kick left in this series. This is the sixth … The post ‘Insidious: Out of the Further’-Spooky Sixth Chapter for Die-Hard Fans appeared… ## [New Research Shows Soil Respiration And Temperature Drive CO2 Change, Not Humans](https://notrickszone.com/2026/08/21/new-research-shows-soil-respiration-and-temperature-drive-co2-change-not-humans/) _2026-08-21 · Kenneth Richard · NoTricksZone_ “…we conclude that changes in plant decomposition and \[soil respiration\] due to global temperatures primarily control global CO2 cycles.” − Nishioka, 2026 CO2 changes have been observed to lag temperature changes (warming) via soil respiration since 1979 (r = 0.74). The consistent uni-directionality is T→CO2. Anthropogenic CO2 accounts for 4% of the carbon cycle and \[…\] ## [August 21st – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 579](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/august-21st-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-579/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-21st-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-579) _2026-08-21 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 21st – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [Find it on Amazon (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/37G1rOBtLJIp) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Amazon product listing to see details and availability ## [Friday August 21st – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/21/thursday-august-21st-open-thread-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=thursday-august-21st-open-thread-2) _2026-08-21 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Friday August 21st – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [Tulsi Gabbard Provides an Update on Her Husband Abraham Battle With Cancer](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/20/tulsi-gabbard-provides-an-update-on-her-husband-abraham-battle-with-cancer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tulsi-gabbard-provides-an-update-on-her-husband-abraham-battle-with-cancer) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Tulsi Gabbard: “Earlier this year, my husband Abraham was diagnosed with a very rare bone cancer. This has been a challenging time for us and is hard to talk about. But so many of you have reached out asking how he’s doing and sharing your prayers and well wishes with us. We made this video \[…\] The post Tulsi Gabbard Provides an Update on Her Husband Abraham Battle With Cancer appeared first on… ## [FBI Seizes Devices Belonging to Eric Swalwell During Investigation of Rape and Sexual Misconduct](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/20/fbi-seizes-devices-belonging-to-eric-swalwell-during-investigation-of-rape-and-sexual-misconduct/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fbi-seizes-devices-belonging-to-eric-swalwell-during-investigation-of-rape-and-sexual-misconduct) _2026-08-21 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Generally speaking, when the FBI seizes devices it’s usually to bury them and protect affected interests in/around Washington DC. Rarely, if ever, does the confiscation of electronic devices result in any public awareness of the contents – unless the release runs in alignment with the interests of those in Washington DC. EX. If it was \[…\] The post FBI Seizes Devices Belonging to Eric Swalwell… ## [Sean Hannity Unloads a Laughably Lame Defense of Nepo-Sister Darline Graham Nordone](https://www.newscorpse.com/ncWP/?p=70574) _2026-08-20 · Mark NC · News Corpse_ The fight for majority control of the Senate is getting more intense with each passing day. And while the Democratic prospects are improving, Republicans are becoming more desperate and driven by panic. Recent projections show that a Democratic Senate majority is the more likely outcome in November. Click here to post this article on Twitter \[…\] ## [Audiences Want to Be Entertained Again](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/hollywood-messaging-entertainment-dangerous-laughter/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hollywood-messaging-entertainment-dangerous-laughter) _2026-08-20 · HiT Guest Contributor · Hollywood in Toto_ Hollywood used to understand something that seems almost quaint now: people buy movie tickets because they want to see a good movie. Not a two-hour lecture. Not a corporate DEI statement with a $200 million budget. Not a beloved character dragged back from retirement so the studio can attach whatever esoteric cultural message happens to … The post Audiences Want to Be Entertained Again appeared… ## [Is Uber-Woke ‘Camp Miasma’ Exception to Culture War Rule?](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/woke-teenage-sex-and-death-camp-miasma-box-office/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=woke-teenage-sex-and-death-camp-miasma-box-office) _2026-08-20 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ Get woke, go broke. Hollywood has learned that lesson the brutal way. Consider how trusted franchises like “Doctor Who,” “Star Trek” and “Star Wars” cratered after embracing the “woke mind virus.” Disney dropped its “not-so-secret gay agenda” after several woke projects bombed with audiences. Think “Lightyear” and “Snow White” as two stark, startling examples. Yet … The post Is Uber-Woke ‘Camp… ## [Comparison Of Two German Weather Forecasts: From 25 Years Ago And From Today](https://notrickszone.com/2026/08/20/comparison-of-two-german-weather-forecasts-from-25-years-ago-and-from-today/) _2026-08-20 · P Gosselin · NoTricksZone_ Escalating climate language: 25 years ago, 28°C was “pleasant”…today it is called “extremely dangerous”. The following video link compares two different forecasts for warm summer weather but are allegedly from a couple of decades apart. I can’t be sure of their authenticity, but the language tone differences between back then and today are definitely accurate! \[…\] ## [August 20th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 578](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/20/august-20th-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-578/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-20th-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-578) _2026-08-20 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 20th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [Thursday August 20th – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/20/wednesday-august-20th-open-thread-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wednesday-august-20th-open-thread-2) _2026-08-20 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Thursday August 20th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [These ‘Twilight’ Alums Are on Radically Different Paths](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/twilight-alums-pattinson-stewart-box-office/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=twilight-alums-pattinson-stewart-box-office) _2026-08-20 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ Poor Taylor Lautner. The young actor made a splash via the “Twilight” series, but his acting career never took flight. He hasn’t distinguished himself outside the vampire saga. Hollywood can be brutal, and his career is proof of just that. Making matters worse? He’s been overshadowed by the saga’s co-leads. Both Kristen Stewart and Robert … The post These ‘Twilight’ Alums Are on Radically… ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/5yf6hJSTMG0n) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Susan Kokinda Outlines Distinctions in U.S-Canada Trade Relationship](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/susan-kokinda-outlines-distinctions-in-u-s-canada-trade-relationship/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=susan-kokinda-outlines-distinctions-in-u-s-canada-trade-relationship) _2026-08-20 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ This video from the Promethean Action PAC wraps in a few background details that most readers and followers of the U.S-Canada trade relationship will likely find interesting. Susan Kokinda argues the dispute is larger than USMCA negotiations, portraying Canada as an “outlaw” that enables transshipment “smuggling,” fails to enforce forced-labor bans, and facilitates “snow-washing” through \[…\] The… ## [USTR Jamieson Greer and Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc Give Remarks on Potential Trade Deal](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/ustr-jamieson-greer-and-canadian-trade-minister-dominic-leblanc-give-remarks-on-potential-trade-deal/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ustr-jamieson-greer-and-canadian-trade-minister-dominic-leblanc-give-remarks-on-potential-trade-deal) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ Earlier today following a meeting in Washington, D.C., between Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, both representatives delivered remarks to reporters. There are no details provided, however, within his remarks, Greer says he is confident that a deal has been reached as they work to finalize the details. USTR \[…\] The post USTR Jamieson… ## [Fox News is OUTRAGED that Democrats are So Good Looking – No, REALLY!](https://www.newscorpse.com/ncWP/?p=70570) _2026-08-19 · Mark NC · News Corpse_ The 2026 midterm election season is upon us and it is bringing out a severe bout of desperation from Donald Trump and his Republican confederates. Most polls show that the American people are fed up with Trump’s mishandling of the economy, the war in Iran, immigration, democracy, and virtually every other major issue. Click here \[…\] ## [Former Ukraine Defense Minister Calls for Elections as Second Ukrainian Arrested for Nordstream Bombing](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/former-ukraine-defense-minister-calls-for-elections-as-second-ukrainian-arrested-for-nordstream-bombing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=former-ukraine-defense-minister-calls-for-elections-as-second-ukrainian-arrested-for-nordstream-bombing) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ The timing of these events is remarkable. Almost so remarkable that one might think they are intentionally sequenced. It started yesterday when the very popular former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov issued a striking warning about Ukraine’s government, corruption, and the need to develop an immediate mechanism for elections even while the war against Russia \[…\] The post Former Ukraine… ## [President Trump Takes Media on Tour of White House Renovation and Repair](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/president-trump-takes-media-on-tour-of-white-house-renovation-and-repair/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-takes-media-on-tour-of-white-house-renovation-and-repair) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ Earlier today, President Trump took the media on a tour of current White House renovations and repairs. President Trump spoke at length about each aspect of the renovation and repair that is underway, giving specifics about the standards, measurements and systems that are being used in the process. You can tell President Trump is a \[…\] The post President Trump Takes Media on Tour of White House… ## [It’s Bill Maher vs. Jon Stewart for Democrats’ Soul](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/bill-maher-jon-stewart-democrats-soul/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bill-maher-jon-stewart-democrats-soul) _2026-08-19 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ Bill Maher sounds more like Rush Limbaugh with every new “Real Time” broadcast. The liberal pundit has turned his HBO showcase into a treatise on everything wrong with today’s Democratic Party. The problem? “Real Time with Bill Maher” only has 60 minutes to spare in any given week. Meanwhile, “The Daily Show’s” Jon Stewart makes … The post It’s Bill Maher vs. Jon Stewart for Democrats’ Soul… ## [August 19th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 577](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/august-19th-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-577/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=august-19th-2026-presidential-politics-trump-administration-day-577) _2026-08-19 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in \[…\] The post August 19th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration… ## [Wednesday, August 19th – Open Thread](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/19/tuesday-august-19th-open-thread-3/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tuesday-august-19th-open-thread-3) _2026-08-19 · Sundance · The Last Refuge_ Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. \[…\] The post Wednesday, August 19th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . ## [South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff Debate Was Uncomfortable for Darline Graham](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/18/south-carolina-gop-senate-runoff-debate-was-uncomfortable-for-darline-graham/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=south-carolina-gop-senate-runoff-debate-was-uncomfortable-for-darline-graham) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ I’m sure she is a very nice person. Mrs Graham likely has all the best intents and inclinations. However, unfortunately I have strong reservations that Republicans can hold that South Carolina senate seat if Darline Graham goes into a general election against a Democrat candidate. The special election debate between Darline Graham and Ralph Norman \[…\] The post South Carolina GOP Senate Runoff… ## [President Trump Pauses 50 Percent Tariffs Against Canada Hours Before Effect](https://theconservativetreehouse.com/blog/2026/08/18/president-trump-pauses-50-percent-tariffs-against-canada-hours-before-effect/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-trump-pauses-50-percent-tariffs-against-canada-hours-before-effect) _2026-08-19 · sundance · The Last Refuge_ President Trump has paused the 50% tariffs set to go into effect against Canada at midnight. According to media reports, after the Canadian trade delegation failed to come to a negotiated settlement on key USMCA terms, Prime Minister Mark Carney called President Trump earlier today to discuss the tariffs that were scheduled to begin tomorrow. \[…\] The post President Trump Pauses 50 Percent Tariffs… ## [Rosie O’Donnell Calls Jewish Bari Weiss a ‘Nazi’](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/rosie-odonnell-bari-weiss-nazi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rosie-odonnell-bari-weiss-nazi) _2026-08-19 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ The Legacy Media is celebrating Rosie O’Donnell’s “comeback” tour. Anyone shocked? Rosie O’Donnell Crushed Her ‘Kimmel’ Monologue by Doing What Jimmy Kimmel Doesn’t https://t.co/eP0M36OnHq — The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) August 18, 2026 The hard-Left comic fled America for Ireland last year, fearing a second Trump administration above all else. She recently compared her exit to … The post Rosie… ## [FAMILY FEUD? Trump Contradicts Jared Kushner on Whether There Are Any Peace Talks With Iran](https://www.newscorpse.com/ncWP/?p=70564) _2026-08-18 · Mark NC · News Corpse_ The war that Donald Trump started with Iran six months ago still has no end in sight. Never mind that he promised it wouldn’t last more than a few days, or that he has declared victory a couple of dozen times, or that he repeatedly claims that Iran is begging to surrender, or that every \[…\] ## [These 6 Artists Censored Their Own Work](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/artists-censored-their-work-pleasantville-star-wars/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=artists-censored-their-work-pleasantville-star-wars) _2026-08-18 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ The “buy physical media” argument grew again this week … with a caveat. We’ve seen examples of classic works getting tinkered with for several reasons. The work itself is no longer “woke” The artist in question had second thoughts The art wasn’t up to snuff, creatively speaking A prime example? The 1971 Best Picture winner … The post These 6 Artists Censored Their Own Work appeared first on… ## [‘Tony’ Turns Flawed Chef Into Compelling Anti-Hero](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/tony-anthony-bourdain-biopic-review-banderas/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tony-anthony-bourdain-biopic-review-banderas) _2026-08-17 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ You don’t have to like the late Anthony Bourdain to love his origin story. It might even help to go in cold. “Tony” shares what the world-famous chef was like as a young man, and it’s far from pretty. Rude. Entitled. Arrogant. Duplicitous. We shouldn’t root for such a figure. We do, thanks to a … The post ‘Tony’ Turns Flawed Chef Into Compelling Anti-Hero appeared first on Hollywood in Toto . ## [Fox News Lies that Gas Was Higher a Year Ago (It Wasn’t) But Will Drop When Iran is ‘Finished’](https://www.newscorpse.com/ncWP/?p=70558) _2026-08-17 · Mark NC · News Corpse_ At a time when Donald Trump is scraping the barrel bottom in public approval, it calls for desperate measures by the MAGA media to shore up the ever widening gap between Trump’s Republican Party and the American people, who aren’t falling for the gaslighting they are being fed by the GOP (Greedy One Percent). Click \[…\] ## [Luke Wilson Shares Crazy Studio Reaction to Joke in Script](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/luke-wilson-old-school-woke/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=luke-wilson-old-school-woke) _2026-08-17 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ Luke Wilson hears a familiar refrain from fans on the street. Why don’t they make great movie comedies like “Old School” anymore? And he can’t disagree. Wilson starred in that 2003 comedy classic alongside Will Ferrell and Vince Vaughn. They played 30-somethings who create an adult fraternity to relive their college days. And, of course, … The post Luke Wilson Shares Crazy Studio Reaction to Joke… ## [Trump’s Attorney Genuflect, Todd Blanche, Virtually Admits that He’s a Flaming Trump Toady](https://www.newscorpse.com/ncWP/?p=70554) _2026-08-16 · Mark NC · News Corpse_ When Donald Trump nominated Todd Blanche to be Attorney General there were immediate concerns raised about his resume that were overtly disqualifying. Not the least of which was that he was Trump’s personal criminal defense lawyer, a role from which his legal obligations never expire absent extraordinary circumstances. Click here to post this article on \[…\] ## [Release ‘Lady Ballers’ on This Free Speech Platform … Now](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/daily-wire-lady-ballers-wnba-trans-sports/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=daily-wire-lady-ballers-wnba-trans-sports) _2026-08-16 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ “South Park,” in its prime, was ahead of the cultural curve. Take “Board Games,” a 2019 episode that poked fun at trans female athletes competing against biological women. A “strong women” athlete, who looked and sounded suspiciously like wrestler Randy “Macho Man” Savage, stormed the competition. One competitor spoke glowingly of including trans athletes in … The post Release ‘Lady Ballers’ on… ## [Veteran Swiss Meteorologist On Germany’s Recent Heat Wave: “You’re A Really Crazy Country”](https://notrickszone.com/2026/08/16/veteran-swiss-meteorologist-on-germanys-recent-heat-wave-youre-a-really-crazy-country/) _2026-08-16 · P Gosselin · NoTricksZone_ In an interview on a Bild podcast, Swiss-based meteorologist Jörg Kachelmann strongly criticized Germany’s approach to dealing with heatwaves and climate issues, telling the German audience, “You’re a really crazy country.” Article here online: nau.ch Kachelmann told Bild the current European heatwave is unprecedented but that Germany and Switzerland got relatively “lucky” because the core \[…\] ## [Hollywood’s Climate Change Campaign Falls Flat with Voters?](https://www.hollywoodintoto.com/hollywood-messaging-americans-climate-change-fears/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hollywood-messaging-americans-climate-change-fears) _2026-08-16 · Christian Toto · Hollywood in Toto_ Al Gore did more than win an Oscar for 2006’s “An Inconvenient Truth.” The former Vice President unleashed a wave of Climate Change movies that have yet to let up. Documentaries. Sci-Fi fables. Action flicks. Here’s but a partial list: “Chasing Coral” “Snowpiercer” “Merchants of Doubt” “Don’t Look Up” “The 11th Hour” “How to Blow … The post Hollywood’s Climate Change Campaign Falls Flat with…