This afternoon on Capitol Hill, as the federal government entered its 37th straight day of shutdown, I met with members of Congress who are reaching a breaking point with House leadership’s refusal to act.
This is an excellent article. Thank you for your reporting.
I would be very interested in an investigation of how much the ongoing upkeep, housekeeping, maintenance, supplies, utilities, entertainment, security, transportation, staffing and so forth will cost taxpayers once the ballroom is built. I also have not seen any figures of what the dollar value of the East Wing was before it was flattened. The historic value is irreplacable.
No one should be shopping at Walmart. It is a major contributor to the current neo-Nazi fascist administration. It was the first company to bring Chinese goods into the U.S. that undercut products made in the U.S. It’s low pay scale forces many of its employees to rely on federal assistance. it is an evil, anti-democratic country. Boycott it.
Indeed, they cut corners risking the health of the workers, but in this age of BIG MONEY, the little man doesn't count, they need work to feed their families
There was/is a significant concern that they were cutting corners, and risking the workers' health. But in the age of rtump and billionaires, WHO CARES ABOUT THE LITTLE MAN AT THE BOTTOM
It isn’t a ballroom. Many of the donors are military related contractors. The DOD is in charge of the plans. An architect looked at the “plans “ and explained that the footprint of the project doesn’t match its alleged size, and even luxury building is not $3000/sq ft which was the estimated price using the cost and size figures published. The Drey Dossier on Substack provides an analysis. Speculation: it’s an underground data and control center such as was constructed by Larry Ellison in Is real.
I saw a post with the architects conclusions, I had suspected that the bulk of the project would be a super bunker, tunnels, communications, etc. All of this is going to cost the taxpayers enormous ongoing maintenance, supplies, and staffing and as a secure area should NOT be built with private funding from the billionaire’s cabal. The ballroom sounds like a boondoggle from start to finish. There are no real public plans.
They went ahead and and started (and completed) the demolition before an approval was even granted. I don't think that the upkeep costs issue ever even entered their minds. This administration acts first and asks questions later. If they do at all.
Think about the size of the ballroom and the cost to build it 300+ million dollars that’s $3500 a foot that’s outrageous unbelievable Building cost plus add the size of the ballroom. How many people are they having to the ball that’s way oversized for a ballroom. None of that makes any sense.
I am an Afghan veteran who stood shoulder to shoulder with American forces in Afghanistan, bravely facing terrorism. For the past four years, I have been forgotten, left in uncertainty and fear. I humbly ask my American brothers and sisters: please do not forget me. Please find a way for me and my family find safety, security, and a chance at a future. Your support could will resuce in next door of Afghanistan.
Great point. As it's been pointed out there is no way to feed a conglomeration of Billionaires in the Bordello Ballroom. The existing kitchen physilities won't cut it. Imbecile!
Aaron get some rest. Even your mic needs a break I’m just kidding I was watching replay and it wasn’t good at all the sound was in and out. Have a wonderful night thank You for all you do… We appreciate you we Love You… Take Care
Those are beautiful pictures of you with those wonderful people! You had a long day. I feel like I've been part of helping to make you who you are by subscribing and that I'm part of those pictures.
I'm not sure how you are revising this, but try paying nitrates, and check which encouraging formats are being used to ensure they are efficiently managed on your end and do not need to be re-encoded later.
I accidentally came across your instagram posts, your daily reporting reeled me in. Just downloaded Substack for your feed. Thank you for all that you do. Loyal follower now
ai wish we had a president whose worst news day was the day he wore a tan suit. Can you remember how good it felt to have someone at the helm that you could trust? And who had good self esteem so he didn't have to slap a tariff on the person who teased him about the color of his suit....?
And she laughed and they both hugged their fun kids and life felt normal. I most hate the 3am ranting tweets. Who ever thought we’d be governed by a raving unwell person whose wife sneered at living with him and whose family were out snd out leeches sucking on the life blood of the country. Infuriating.
A Disney family member noted that if we were to stop all private air flights it would reduce flights by 12%. Maybe a message to Sean Duffy along those lines might be warranted.
Like Kash Patel 🙄🙄🙄 This admissions is literally kindergarteners trying to play adults; it's really pathetic. After we get through this administration, we seriously need to focus on education 🫠🫠🫠
The Lyin' King can spout whatever "affordability" (new word, apparently!) nonsense he likes...Americans are seeing the reality at Wal-Mart, the checkout line, and certainly the doctor's office. That's how America's Great Again, smaller dinners, generic items, and utter B.S. from our Great Leader...
I’m so sorry for the audio issues, I’m not sure what went wrong. The article is still important so please read!
This is an excellent article. Thank you for your reporting.
I would be very interested in an investigation of how much the ongoing upkeep, housekeeping, maintenance, supplies, utilities, entertainment, security, transportation, staffing and so forth will cost taxpayers once the ballroom is built. I also have not seen any figures of what the dollar value of the East Wing was before it was flattened. The historic value is irreplacable.
I bet they don't even know. Haven't stopped to figure it out. Trump is not concerned because HE will not be paying for it.
No one should be shopping at Walmart. It is a major contributor to the current neo-Nazi fascist administration. It was the first company to bring Chinese goods into the U.S. that undercut products made in the U.S. It’s low pay scale forces many of its employees to rely on federal assistance. it is an evil, anti-democratic country. Boycott it.
Have you seen the asbestos controversy yet on the demolition of the East Wing?
yes, and the "dirt" that was taken to a local golf course surely has asbestos in it!
I have and hope someone really dives into looking at the entire mess. It does not sound like there was any proper procedure or consideration at all.
Indeed, they cut corners risking the health of the workers, but in this age of BIG MONEY, the little man doesn't count, they need work to feed their families
There was/is a significant concern that they were cutting corners, and risking the workers' health. But in the age of rtump and billionaires, WHO CARES ABOUT THE LITTLE MAN AT THE BOTTOM
The indifference, incompetence, wastefulness, lack of positive goals, and spite are terrifying.
Do you think it crossed his mind , even for one second ?
Like, do you think that 42 million people still are not sure if they will be fed crossed his mind for one second ?
The negative proof is the Great Gatsby party at Maralago __like Nero watching Rome burn
It isn’t a ballroom. Many of the donors are military related contractors. The DOD is in charge of the plans. An architect looked at the “plans “ and explained that the footprint of the project doesn’t match its alleged size, and even luxury building is not $3000/sq ft which was the estimated price using the cost and size figures published. The Drey Dossier on Substack provides an analysis. Speculation: it’s an underground data and control center such as was constructed by Larry Ellison in Is real.
I saw a post with the architects conclusions, I had suspected that the bulk of the project would be a super bunker, tunnels, communications, etc. All of this is going to cost the taxpayers enormous ongoing maintenance, supplies, and staffing and as a secure area should NOT be built with private funding from the billionaire’s cabal. The ballroom sounds like a boondoggle from start to finish. There are no real public plans.
Just like Hitler's bunker, only bigger and "safer", in case of a revolution
They went ahead and and started (and completed) the demolition before an approval was even granted. I don't think that the upkeep costs issue ever even entered their minds. This administration acts first and asks questions later. If they do at all.
It is so completely wasteful and self-indulgent. NOBODY VOTED FOR THIS.
Think about the size of the ballroom and the cost to build it 300+ million dollars that’s $3500 a foot that’s outrageous unbelievable Building cost plus add the size of the ballroom. How many people are they having to the ball that’s way oversized for a ballroom. None of that makes any sense.
I am an Afghan veteran who stood shoulder to shoulder with American forces in Afghanistan, bravely facing terrorism. For the past four years, I have been forgotten, left in uncertainty and fear. I humbly ask my American brothers and sisters: please do not forget me. Please find a way for me and my family find safety, security, and a chance at a future. Your support could will resuce in next door of Afghanistan.
Great point. As it's been pointed out there is no way to feed a conglomeration of Billionaires in the Bordello Ballroom. The existing kitchen physilities won't cut it. Imbecile!
I had those same concerns and questions!
Get some rest, Aaron
Aaron get some rest. Even your mic needs a break I’m just kidding I was watching replay and it wasn’t good at all the sound was in and out. Have a wonderful night thank You for all you do… We appreciate you we Love You… Take Care
Grateful for you Aaron. Thank you ‼️
Employing CC (Closed Captioning) works.
My experience is that when the max speaker volume is not loud enough, closed captioning is often not provided.
Those are beautiful pictures of you with those wonderful people! You had a long day. I feel like I've been part of helping to make you who you are by subscribing and that I'm part of those pictures.
I had no idea that Aaron was that tall. Look at him against Obama.
Obama is 6'1" according to the internet.
I'd thought he was even taller. At least 6'3". Thanks for the info!
Which is probably actually accurate unlike some other claims about height. ;)
We always see him sitting down! :D
I hope they are not sabotaging you!!!
Good work, but I highly recommend you insert data when you make claims, just totals would be fine, but inside links to success.
Autocorrect mangled both of my replies on this thread, for clarity I meant "include links to sources".
Thank you, and yes, I did read it. It is especially important. You present each broadcast in such a fine manner, and I look forward to them.
I always read your articles they are very well written
Thank you, Aaron. Sleep well. You deserve it!
I read it
The sound/your voice worked best when you faced more directly at the mic. We lost your voice when you looked toward us.
It was just a part of it. I picked up all the important news, and thank you!
I'm not sure how you are revising this, but try paying nitrates, and check which encouraging formats are being used to ensure they are efficiently managed on your end and do not need to be re-encoded later.
Autocorrect mangled both of my replies on this thread, for clarity, I meant "adjusting bitrates", not "paying nitrates".
The audio issues sound suspicious to me.
the Dems need a commercial on Fox News comparing prices now from a year or to ago
The Trump administration lied? Must be a day that ends in “y“.
Pretty much
Thanks Aaron! Audio is very garbled on this video :(
I just came here to see if it was just me.
Same
Me too
Audio is bad
Yup
Make sure you keep annoying ol Mikey and tell him to do his damn job! DC office: 202-225-2777
How about directly implying to him that his name is in the Epstein Files and that is why he won't swear in AG &/or release them?
!!!!!
I’ll call Mike tomorrow. I’m sure it’s mailbox is full.
I accidentally came across your instagram posts, your daily reporting reeled me in. Just downloaded Substack for your feed. Thank you for all that you do. Loyal follower now
Love the pic with President Obama.
Before I saw it I told my husband, I wish we had that President back who wore the tan suit.
ai wish we had a president whose worst news day was the day he wore a tan suit. Can you remember how good it felt to have someone at the helm that you could trust? And who had good self esteem so he didn't have to slap a tariff on the person who teased him about the color of his suit....?
God do I miss President Obama!!!
And Michelle had the hubris to wear a sleeveless dress.👗 Horrors. God forbid. She showed those beautifully toned arms.
And she laughed and they both hugged their fun kids and life felt normal. I most hate the 3am ranting tweets. Who ever thought we’d be governed by a raving unwell person whose wife sneered at living with him and whose family were out snd out leeches sucking on the life blood of the country. Infuriating.
Amen!
Wow! The photo with Obama! So happy for you! If only the news wasn't so grim!!!
A Disney family member noted that if we were to stop all private air flights it would reduce flights by 12%. Maybe a message to Sean Duffy along those lines might be warranted.
I bet all the Republican Congress members manage to get flights.
Like Kash Patel 🙄🙄🙄 This admissions is literally kindergarteners trying to play adults; it's really pathetic. After we get through this administration, we seriously need to focus on education 🫠🫠🫠
Yes,yes,yes! Especially civics !!!!!
Yes! We used to have to take civics so we understood how our government works.
The environment would benefit with reduced flights!
he is really that stupid
to think he could lie like that
caught with his pants down
the emperor truly has no clothes
Wow, how low can he go?? What a pathetic POS, chump is…
He's a snake
A worm
A slimy worm ?
I would love to see Arizona proportionally hold back Federal taxes for the duration of the refusal to swear in their representative.
Aaron!! You and Obama!?! So cool! Also Mike Johnson sucks he needs to open the government
Mike needs to open a window. He's starting to stink.
Great picture of you and President Obama! If ever there was a case for a
"third term" he'd be my pick!
The Lyin' King can spout whatever "affordability" (new word, apparently!) nonsense he likes...Americans are seeing the reality at Wal-Mart, the checkout line, and certainly the doctor's office. That's how America's Great Again, smaller dinners, generic items, and utter B.S. from our Great Leader...
I wouldn’t be surprised if they just came out with a dinner 25% less so he would have a talking point.
Walmart is republican, so I'm sure they did this as a "favor" to the king. Boycott Walmart!
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My thoughts too
It's a " new word" for him..He's so stupid!
Aaron
My dream, to meet Obama in person.
Keep up the good work!
Still blaming the Democrats after Tuesdays elections? 🤦🏼♀️