A Deal by The Deal Chump-in-Chief

    So, the timing: his 80th Birthday amidst a Fight Club Party at the White House in D.C. The Showman. Always looking for 'free publicity'-that is his specialty.

     The detail will follow, of course. He claims that the wording has already been finalized and the Iranian negotiators have announced a deal also.  Maybe, just maybe, some truth can be gleaned from such statements. We've heard it all before.

     Among the statements: The Strait of Hormuz will reopen to all(but a "fee" will be imposed, not a "toll", that has different implications/meaning. So, maybe the squeeze worked; but let's see the small print; the detaails as they are spelled out, word for word.  Maybe the IRGC leaders blinked. Maybe the new head of the Fed Res said no to an interest rate reduction until........?

    Meanwhile The Show must go on: World Cup Fever(now that the Knicks are off the front pages of both newspapers).   The 'mericans even scored 4 goals-the most ever for a team from USA. They looked good, too: fast, aggressive, skilled and young. It's group play so no shootouts, and ties are recorded with points given to both teams. The last game of the day between New Zealand and Iran ended in a 2-2 tie. The Kiwis had both goals by a scrappy forward-Just. He added to his international goal totals. Tomorrow's slate looks good and games will start early.

Watch 'em. 

Chinese Shut Out of Largest IPO Event

    By order from above, the SpaceX IPO was unavailable to Chinese investors whether from HongKong or Shanghai.  This clear indication that the treasury Dept., The White House; Homeland Security, and the State Dept. are squeezing Chinese foreign investments.

     This widely publicized stock offering by Elon Musk's company set a record for numbers starting with volume and price.  Many retail investors were shut out completely ; many insiders were gleefully counting their good fortune to be an insider, seeing long awaited pricing for their paper holdings over the last 15 years.  Many fortunes will be made, some now, some later.

And then there's Elon. His wealth is hard to comprehend. Oh, well. He makes a lot of people wealthy, that's for sure.  But not the Chinese. 

Birthday Sunday for the Chump

    So, sports fans tomorrow will feature a number of World Cup group play contests. On the same day, another game will be played in the Oval: The Chump-in-Chief will celebrate Numero OTTO, BD.

In my country, we say Buon Compleanno, Numero Otto. What a day: the Liar-in Chief arrived at his 9th decade on the planet. And he leads the free world as its most powerful person, ever. I wonder if the mullahs, Palestinians, Israelis, Lebonese, Haamas leaders, Hezbollah leaders, Pakistani leaders will send greeting cards or , in the case of Tehran, missiles and drones to the party.

      Will there be a small, intimate gathering in the White House (Casa Blanca)?  What will Raul Castro send via diplomatic channels?  Poor Raul, indicted for being a  Cubano. No, not really; indicted for being a Commie criminal, and murderer. Makes sense, given Fidel is in the ground somewhere.

   An 80-year old president-who would believe such a thing? Mike Johnson? Bill Pulte? Kash PAtel? Whoopie Goldberg?

Dua Lipa? 

World Cup Goes to Los Angeles

     So, football fans: the World Cup tournament has begun. After all the hype, the teams faced off all over the Western Hemisphere. From Mexicao to the Canadian provinces, players finally appeared on the pitch to play the Beautiful Game as it is called.

     The USA team faced off against favorite Paraguay.  Within the first 7 minutes, the USA got a gift when the Paraguayans scored an own goal, putting the USA on the board. By half time, the USA had added two more scores.

   After the half began, the Paras decided they had enough. Soon, they, too, had put one into the net. Now 3-1, US  But the score stayed the same for the rest of regular time.  7 minutes were added at the end. Soon enough, the USA boys put another ball into the goal making it 4-1.

    Great start for the boys from the host nation, scoring more goals than any other USA WOrld Cup team.

Keep it up. 

We Need a New Intelligent Department Head

    Goodbye, Bill Pulte. So, the Oval listened as the midterms approach. Pulte's named was erased from contention as the new head of Homeland Coordination Dept.; the great federal Waste Department. Who's next.

  Who is Jay Clayton? Anyway. 

Knicks Take Command: Again by 1 Point

    The gods have nodded in favor of New York. Not too many NY fans beyond the boroughs; even Chump wasn't excited-he was sleeping in an undisclosed location, to borrow a phrase.? Not many

   The Poor Spurs gave up a 29 point lead; the knicks performed the greatest playoff comeback in nba finals history. And they won on a tip in with 1.8 seconds to go. And the Spurs missed again.

Now the Spurs are in a deep deep hole. What  are their chances of a comeback-they must win 4 in a row. Not happening this year. Maybe next year.  How many games in NBA Finals history have been won by 1 point?

25th Amendment Time

   Who does that: bomb, stop bomb. Bomb, stop bomb. Kill innocents, stop killing innocents. Crazy people. Where are the psychologists? Sleeping? On vaca?  Somebody in the Party? Where are the editors in the media? Why can't the editors come out and say what they are thinking about this situation we find the country in?  Nobody has a spine.

     Mike Johnson? Retire now; go back to your rabbit hole and eat some cabbage leaves. Your time in Congress is O V E R?

   So the Oval says that peace is at hand. Cry wolf, what happens? Everybody continues on with their work. Nobody beleives the Little Boy who cries , "WOLF, wolf, woooolllllffffffff. It's a joke.

Time to step up and call for the 25th Amendment.. Read it: it says what action to take when the Oval is incompetent and a hazard to the country's future. 

How's the Bombing Campaign Chump

      So, Pete Hegseth and his Boss-The Oval Chump, have resumed the bombing of Iran Campaign. Targets include just about anything and everything. Will Tehran infrastructure be included on the list of targets?

      Local Iranians are in for a hot time as summer's heat approaches new highs for the years. Oh, water sources included on the target list. Some say that's a war crime. Who-the ICC?  What a laugher. Nobody knows what's on the list excepting the pilots and the drone pilots who input the data into computers that direct the strikes.

      Hasn't any of Chumps advisors told him how the bombing campaign against North Vietnam plaayed out in 1972? Or is that a little too old to be relevant history today? The North Vietnam Commies correctly read the mood of the population in the USA so they played for time. Soon enough, Doctor Henry the K showed up with  an offer they "had" to accept(like Brer Rabbit's briar patch offer).  And then, the counjter offensive began and the rest was history.

     The mullahs do know history; they practice occasionally. Bomb this, bomb that, sweep away the dust. Just wait; Americans have little patience for anything worthwhile. They soon tire and want to move on. Good for them.

    Chump's bombing campaign is a lot like VOVA's war campaign in Ukraine. After 4 years, Putin can't figure it out nor can his advisors. Timme is on Ukraine's side down south.

     Keep bombing , Chump, the midterms are just around the corner and the GOP will be ousted sure as can be.

Goodbye Mike Johnson and all the rest of the Repulsican scum. 

Oil Therough the Strait of Hormuz

     The US Defense Dept. announced that 100 million barrels of oil were secretly shipped through the Strait of Hormuz this week. Hmmm. Is it really closed or only open to USA shipping?  Well, who do you believe: your own eyes or the Oval?

       Sec Def Pete Hegseth is in Cuba today, visiting the troops. Rumors abound that Cuba may be securing some offensive weapons that could be deployed against the US. Hmmm. Is GAESA that stupid? One never knows when dealing wirth a Communist-led government, especially one of the last holdouts of that ilk.

     No doubt, SecDEf is messaging the Cuban leadership as to any doubts about the US and its focus on the Caribbean and that entire environment. Stay awake, Raul, a little while longer. 

What's New at Texas tech University? Football Gambling

     Well, now, how is Texas Tech Uni. doing these days, among all the ink being spent on its latest NCAA controversy/difficulty. Gambling: it's all about gambling, all the time. all of this is predictable: give formerly penniless children gobs of money without oversight or controls; allow gambling and its owners to advertise without limits; and provide unceasing availability of options, and voila! Suspicious betting on outcomes of America's favorite sport.

   So, we have a noted quarterback transfer to Texas Tech. He has been soought after for awhile. He signs; he gets $5 millions in endorsement cash; he's golden. He bets. He loses. He's banned. He wins in court. The NCAA appeals. Outcome uncertaain. Quarterback is iagnosed as a mental health case of addiction. NCAA is upset.

    Welcome to modern sports. What could go wrong? See FIFA. 

Iran and Its Foot Dragging and Continued Aggressive Acts

    So, the Mullahs like to keep busy; they like to be considered players on the international scene; they like the world to buy Iranian crude oil; they like to export terror; they like to harass Israel; they like to con the Oval Chump; they like to hold the Iranian people as hostage to their interpretation of the Koran; they like power and glory in this world vice any other: they are the MULLAHS.

    Boring. Same old, same old. Too bad for the average Iranian who waits for a missile to land on their house(s). When will it all end? When the mullahs are gone for good and the Republican Guards are gone with them. Then maybe peace will emerge across the desert sands of the Middle East and not before. 

How's the War Going, Chump?

    Which one: Russya v. Ukraine? Lebanon v. Israel? Or Israel v. Palestinian Terrorists? Or Iran v. USA? Or Israel v. Iran? Or USA v.Iranian Terrorists? Or Hezbollah v. Israel? Or Cuba v. USA? Or VeneZuela v. USA? 

     

California's Election Results

   The Oval Chump claims there is voter fraud going on in California-the results aren't in , yet. So, Chump puts out his usual drivel about voting irregularities. Does Newsom respond? NO, he's maybe learned better to keep silent in the face of an idiot's tantrum.

   So, we will now assume that the runoff in November will include Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer and not the Brit interloper, Steve Hilton, who has received Chump's endorsement. Who can believe this Carney Act? It seems to be a poorly written Hollywood drama/comedy.

     Oh, well. California is bleediing, thank you Dems and your taxes. The power to tax is the power to destroy. Let's not forget that, Sacramento. 

Becerra v. Hilton who will win? Bet on the politician not the Faux news Talkng head that has never had a "real" job. He only talked his way into this fake race for Sacramento housing. 

    David Cameron hardly gave himan endorsement; more like good riddance. 

Xi and Kim: Another Asian Lovefest

   Premier Xi of Beijing visited his neighbor in North Korea. It was a stunning experience: lots of mutual smiling and waving to massive crowds staaged for the meeting, the first in 7 long years. This demonstration of fealty would surely send a message beyond the Asian perimeter.

        The world wold see with its own eyes that Xi believes in Kim and thanks him for his support in economics and trade. North Korea has overcome sanctions, thanks to China. Despite being cutoff from energy sources, Noprth Korea has been able to keep its economy rolling along. Kim is grateful for Chinese support every step of the way.

Oh, joy. 

NBA Finals: Game 3 in the Books

      So, it was do or die for San Antonio and the New York Knicks knew it. If they could post a win  to make it 3-0, his team does not leave anything they would certainly win the Finals.  The Spurs were more acutely aware: they could not afford a loss here and then face the challenge of winning 4 in a row.

      So, the whole fandom of Gotham was also on board: a win now would almost surely bring the trophy back after 52 years. The seats were filled to overflowing, paacked with celebs,  and Central Park was also packed for a local watch meet up.

    Victor was ready, too. The 22 year old knew in his heart that this is why he loves the sport: the challenge of being the underdog(the one dog who submits to the 'big dog'). He has assumed the role of assistant coach(unofficially). He can be seen and heard to be encouraging his teammates, court side. His emotional commitment is obvious to this observer and many more. For his youthful age, he has stepped up to insist that  his team focus on the moment: ban all exterior influence, and forget about Travis and TayTay.

      During the back and forth, the lead changed multiple times. The referees had their hands full as the "let 'em play' mantra seemed to over ride their supervision. Fouls became more obvious as players struggled to control movements and attempts to out run defenses and blocking. In the second half, shirt pulling, arm grips, pushing and shoving became rampant.  Nobody wanted to give up an inch of court space, let alone a clear shot. 3-point plays reversed runs and staunched point bleeds.  Coaches became more vocal; refs strained to keep control.  Oh, an the Oval Chump was hiding in the crowd to add some drama queen spice.

       As the 4th quarter neared its end, play became even more desperate: the Knicks were behind, just behind-1,2, or 3 points, but the Spurs held on and held up to the pressure. Wemby didn't buckle, but shined. and now he has taken on the persona of 'Arch Villain' of Gotham. Good for you, Victor: a role you can handle with ease. These are New York City Knicks- a teaam accustomed to losing, like the Mets.

    New Yorkers are full of themselves; they think they are special. Another myth carried forward by media types who believe their own bullshit.  Did you see the new young mayor way up on the rafters? He couldn't possibly stay away.  Where was Woody Allen?  Hiding? Or Kate Capshaw? Former great Bill Bradley was there, close enough to catch a Knick in his lap!!!!

     The Spurs are now empowered and the Knicks have unleashed the genie. The Spurs victories will be sung abut for generations. Watch 'em. 

Game 3: San Antonio 115, NY Knicks 111 

Does California Need a Former Brit to Clean Up Sacramento

    So, we have a recently confirmed citizen running for governor in California. He wants to really shake up state politics. Not going to happen. Maybe the electorate knows that it's best to go with someone you know rather than an unknown, like Steve Hilton. He's a talking head, former advisor to the PM in London-David Cameron. He advised the PM on all types of subjects, sort of a Rasputin: comes out of nowhere and the next thing you know he's running 10 Downing Street.  This is the ancestral HQ of the UK, since 1735.

      OLd Steve must have had a long line of BS to arrive in this address. Now he wants to live even larger in California. But, Xavier Becerra will take over after November's runoff between himself and second place Tom Steyer, the billionaire. Old Hilton will have to go back to being a talking head on Fox, extolling the MAGA line of muck. 

Does the Oval Chump Like Sports

     There's an NBA Final Game tonight-Game 3 of the Finals. The score stands at 2-0 with Knicks in the favored position. If they win again tonight, it's pretty much over for ther Spurs from Texas. They are too young a team to hiold it together, but one never knows with sports: any team is beatable on any given day.

   DJT will be courtside or close to watch his Knicks.  What  does then Oval think of Victor? Does he want Victor deported? Is Ice standing by if the POTUS gives the order for ICE to arrest the frenchman? Hmmm. Wouldn't that get the pundits excited. And the SUPREMES, too.

     MAybe Stephen  Miller will put the cuffs on the lanky 22 year old phenom. MAybe the KNicks would not cooperate. 

Watch the courtside antics. 

Zelensky Informs Grandpa

       So, the  young Hero of Ukraine has sent a letter to the Grandpa of the Kremlin- Putin. He told him that this war "HE" is waging is only causing many more deaths among his people than among the patriots in Ukraine defending their country. He also told him that the barrage of drones from down south that hammered St. Petersburg infrastructure and ships will continue.

        This letter was seen as falling on deaf ears(Grandpa's ears). He has had to cutoff the internet for Russyan peoples. No more access to information that might be critical of Kremlin policies and the war being waged for over 4 years.  This is longer than the Great Patriotic War against NAzi Germany, Stalin's former friends.  Now the Rus have to depend on the few friends they have: North Korea; China's Xi JP; Basher al-Assad(Oh, he's hiding in Moskva); Nicolas Maduro(Oh, he's in prison in US;) Grandpa Raul Castro of Cuba(Oh, he's been indicted by DOJ in US-he can't leave home, even at 94 years of age). And those other oil producers in the MIddle East-our competitors).

     Iran is not likely included among "friends of Putin" as they  change sides as the weather goes-not dependable.  Maybe Zelensky was only rubbing salt in Grandpa's open wounds, maybe mixed with local vodka).  And those from Belarus--hmmm. Haven't heard much from Belarussians-they are out of town.

  So, like Cuba, the Kremlin is about out of friends. Maybe a few in Siberia, or Vladivostok, or the White Sea. Oh, Alexei Navalny died there-no help there.

Good luck, Grandpa in retirement.  

Chinese Woman Attacks California Religious Center

       In a time of public dissent and protest, there lurks along side some actions the actions of the crazed fanatic. Recently last month a Chinese woman took action on behalf of her mental state to attack a religious community in central California, in Monterey County on the coast. Deep in the Los Padres National Forest, home of the California Condor, there's a Buddhist Meditation Center located at the ancient Tassajara Hot Springs. The San Francisco Zen Center took over the property in 1966-67 and built a retreat area along the Tassajara Creek. Included was a Zendo meditation building in the Japanese tradition.

     A Chinese women was a visitor in the summer of 2025 and had been asked to leave the property after disrupting all activities because of her abherent behavior toward residents. The alleged aron event took place in the middle of the night, the fire started externally quickly spread throughout the building, completely destroying the structure. All that was left was a partial statue of the Buddha. Photos were posted on line of the early moments of the fire after ignition.  She was later arrested by the County Sheriff's deputies after the investigation revealed her identity. No doubt she has harbored anti-Japanese sentiments fostered by Beijing recently. The Buddhist practice of the San Francisco Zen Center is from the Soto Zen Buddhist sect found in Japan.

      She was released after posting bail.   Her name is Guo Guo.

They Walk Among Us

      So, the Oval/White House lever pullers are sending more degenerate bulletins out to the public. The goal: create fear and complacency as the Oval marches on to ???????

      Nobody knows the futture, but we have seen the results of actions in the past: history as teacher. We've come to rely on history as it  teaches us how to prepare for the "unknown", aka 'the future'.

      The Chump-in-Chief and his lackeys continue to pump the fear machine as they are unable to move forward from their crazed positions and even crazier  philosophy: The Republican Party Agenda. The GOP has taken the position that America cannot fix itself and a 'new' startegy is necessary to fix the country- a position accepted by 1/3 of voters(maybe). The GOP cannot accept that anybody else can embody the truths as they see them.  The Crazed Oval is definitely crazy. Reading the message sent out under "They Walk Among Us" is reminiscent of Orson Wells infamous radio broadcast that sent a panic across the country as it stated that an alien invasion was underway. It demonstrated what mass media could do when the messaging took place across the country at the same time to all who listened.

     Now the Chump is trying the same tactic(s): scare people; create fear(a great motivator); keep people from actioning protests.

    Where is Stephen Miller in all this? Right at the front, of course. How about Kash Patel in all this? Right at the front. Where is Todd Blanche in all this? Right at the front. Where is the Supreme Court of John Roberts in all this? Right at  the front. Where is Mike Johnson in all this? Right at the front.

So, more fun and games to come "from the front".

Have a nice day.