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Nov 16

https://twitter.com/APompliano/status/1850996458444767609

Just finished Howard Lutnick’s incredible podcast with @APompliano—this is a masterclass on leadership, resilience, and rebuilding America. From 9/11 to balancing the budget to Bitcoin, it’s packed with insights. Scroll down for a long thread. 🧵👇

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0:00 - Intro

Anthony Pompliano kicks off the episode with enthusiasm, setting the stage for a deep and multifaceted conversation with Howard Lutnick, the CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald. Pompliano describes Lutnick as a highly accomplished and influential figure in finance, lauding his reputation as a billionaire with remarkable insights into both economics and policy.

The introduction highlights Lutnick's unique perspective, shaped not only by his expertise in financial markets but also by his personal and professional experiences during one of the most challenging periods in modern American history—9/11. Lutnick was at the helm of Cantor Fitzgerald during the tragic events of September 11, 2001, when the firm suffered devastating losses, including 658 employees. This story of loss, resilience, and rebuilding forms a cornerstone of the episode.

Pompliano previews the wide-ranging discussion to follow, including:

National Debt and Inflation: Lutnick’s thoughts on the growing fiscal challenges facing the United States, the underlying causes of economic instability, and actionable solutions to address these issues.

Balancing the Federal Budget: A detailed look at the ambitious plan Lutnick is championing as part of his role in Trump’s transition team, aimed at restoring fiscal responsibility and reducing inefficiencies in government spending.

Economic Vision for America: Lutnick’s ideas for revitalizing the American economy, bringing manufacturing back home, and putting the needs of American workers first, which align with Trump’s policy priorities.

The 9/11 Story: A deeply personal account of how Cantor Fitzgerald endured the aftermath of the World Trade Center attacks, showcasing the firm’s commitment to supporting the families of the victims and its journey toward recovery.

Pompliano positions the episode as an opportunity to gain valuable insights into one of the most influential leaders in finance and politics. He assures listeners that the conversation will not only inspire but also provide practical ideas for shaping the future of America.

1:47 - Is the American Dream Alive Today?

Howard Lutnick tackles the question of whether the American Dream is still alive, dissecting the concept into tangible aspirations such as homeownership, quality education, and the hope for future generations to surpass the successes of their parents. He asserts that while these goals are central to America’s identity, they have become increasingly out of reach for many due to political and economic mismanagement.

Key Points:

1. The Erosion of the American Dream:

Lutnick emphasizes that the American Dream is not just an abstract ideal but a set of concrete opportunities: owning a home, securing a good education for one’s children, and ensuring the next generation has a better life.

- He highlights the stark inequality in education and life expectancy, pointing out that two-thirds of the American workforce—those with only a high school education—live, on average, seven years less than their college-educated counterparts. This disparity, he explains, stems not from healthcare or environmental issues but from widespread despair.

2. Despair and Its Drivers:

- Lutnick ties this despair to economic policies like NAFTA, which outsourced manufacturing jobs to countries like Mexico, devastating communities in industrial states such as Michigan. These policies, he argues, uprooted the livelihoods of American workers, leaving many unemployed and hopeless.

- The despair is compounded by the influx of fentanyl and other drugs into the U.S., often linked to the open-border policies supported by some political leaders. Lutnick describes this combination of job loss and drug availability as a lethal cocktail driving many Americans to ruin.

3. Critique of Current Policies:

- Lutnick takes aim at political platitudes that fail to address these core issues. He accuses politicians of being out of touch with the struggles of everyday Americans, prioritizing policies like the Green New Deal that cater to elite and urban sensibilities.

- As an example, he points out that electric cars—a centerpiece of many Democratic initiatives—are impractical for most working-class Americans, especially those in rural areas or industries like farming. He shares a personal anecdote about a liberal friend who had to rent a traditional car because their electric car couldn’t handle a long-distance trip, calling this “coastal elite nonsense.”

4. Trump’s Worker-Centric Focus:

- Lutnick praises Donald Trump’s ability to reorient the Republican Party’s priorities toward supporting American workers and revitalizing industries. He contrasts this with the Democratic Party, which he claims has shifted away from its historic base of labor unions and working-class voters.

- Trump’s “America First” approach, Lutnick explains, seeks to restore jobs, strengthen borders, and prioritize the needs of American workers above globalist interests. He defends Trump’s policies as practical and necessary for reviving the American Dream.

Conclusion:
Lutnick concludes that the American Dream is in peril but can be revived through bold, worker-centric policies. He stresses the importance of focusing on the tangible needs of American families—job security, education, and community stability—over ideological initiatives that often alienate the very people they claim to help. Trump, he argues, is uniquely positioned to lead this charge by aligning his policies with the interests of everyday Americans.

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Oct 20

🚨 IRAN: Malley, who negotiated the Iran Nuclear Deal, and his recruit Tabatabai both have ties to Iran’s influence networks. Biden-Harris elevated them to the Pentagon, putting our security at risk. Trump was right to walk away. Kamala Harris is silent. 👇👇

Iran Nuclear Deal: How Compromise and Corruption Proved Trump Right
In 2015, the Obama administration's Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action—commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal—was sold to the American public as a diplomatic triumph. The deal was supposed to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions and bring the regime into a more cooperative international fold. However, from its inception, this deal was rotten, built on weak promises and driven by negotiators who were compromised or, at best, incompetent. The cracks in the JCPOA were clear from the start—President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the deal in 2018 was not only justified, it was the only logical response to this disaster in the making.

Robert Malley: JCPOA Architect
Robert Malley, one of the Obama administration’s most prominent negotiators, played a crucial role in putting together the JCPOA. But while he was crafting this so-called diplomatic victory, Malley himself was deeply compromised. Reports and leaked communications have revealed that Malley was closely connected to individuals tied to Iranian influence operations. His troubling recruitment of pro-Iran figures into sensitive government positions raises serious concerns about the integrity of the entire negotiation process.

One of those figures is Ariane Tabatabai, whose ties to the Iranian regime run deeper than most Americans realize. Malley’s decision to bring her into the fold demonstrates that the Iran nuclear deal was negotiated by individuals who had no problem giving Tehran the upper hand.

Ariane Tabatabai: A Symptom of a Larger Problem
Ariane Tabatabai was one of the staunchest defenders of the JCPOA long before she officially joined the U.S. government. In 2017, she published a detailed policy analysis that glossed over the deal’s numerous failings while praising its supposed strengths. What she failed to mention in her public advocacy were the serious shortcomings of the deal—most notably, its total failure to address Iran’s ballistic missile program or the regime’s ongoing support for terrorism throughout the region.

Despite her public advocacy, Tabatabai did not enter the U.S. government until February 2021, under the Biden-Harris administration. Robert Malley brought her into the State Department's Iran team, later placing her in a senior role at the Pentagon. At the time, the administration claimed ignorance of her connections to Iranian officials, but the revelations that surfaced through leaked emails paint a different picture. In these emails, Tabatabai is shown communicating directly with Iranian officials, discussing her U.S. government role in ways that should have raised serious alarm bells.

Despite these deeply troubling revelations about her links to Iran, Tabatabai remains in her position at the Pentagon to this day with top security clearance—a fact that should concern every American. How can someone with such ties to a hostile regime hold a top security role in the U.S. government? This isn’t just a lapse in judgment—it's a colossal failure of leadership and oversight.

The Biden-Harris Administration: A Legacy of Incompetence and Iranian Aggression
The same players responsible for crafting the failed Iran deal in 2015, including Robert Malley, were brought back under the Biden-Harris administration. With them, they brought their flawed approach to diplomacy, which once again left America vulnerable to Iranian influence and aggression. Despite being unaware of Tabatabai’s troubling background when they appointed her, the administration's failure to take swift action once the revelations emerged shows an alarming lack of accountability.

But let’s not forget that Vice President Kamala Harris was reportedly at Biden’s side for all major decisions. Biden himself has repeatedly stated that all decisions were made with Harris in the room. So where was Harris when these appointments were made? Did she raise any red flags, or has she stayed silent as compromised figures gained access to the inner workings of U.S. defense and foreign policy?

Harris is now the Democratic presidential candidate, and these are serious questions that must be answered. If she was indeed involved in these decisions, she shares responsibility for these catastrophic failures. Has she addressed the scandal surrounding Tabatabai's appointment? If not, why is she staying quiet on an issue that directly impacts U.S. national security?

As Harris steps onto the national stage as a presidential candidate, her silence on these issues is deafening. Is this the kind of leadership the American people can trust?

Trump’s Decision to Withdraw: A Necessary Action
When President Trump made the bold move to pull the United States out of the JCPOA in 2018, he was met with a chorus of outrage from the media, Democrats, and global elites. They accused him of undermining diplomacy, claiming it would lead to a nuclear Iran. But as always, Trump’s instincts were right. The JCPOA wasn’t a safeguard against nuclear proliferation—it was a gift to Tehran, allowing them to continue their regional aggression while pocketing economic relief.

The deal’s inspection regime was laughable, and it left critical issues like Iran’s missile program completely unaddressed. Trump’s decision to reimpose crippling sanctions on Iran was not only justified, it was necessary to reassert U.S. strength in the face of a regime that respects only force.

The media’s obsession with undermining Trump blinded them to the glaring issues he pointed out. In their rush to find anything to use against him, they ignored his warnings and dismissed his reasoning.

Iranian Aggression: A Growing Threat Under Biden-Harris
As the Biden-Harris administration fumbles to manage Iran, Tehran has grown more emboldened. Iranian hackers have targeted Trump’s campaign and issued credible threats against his life—actions that are direct consequences of years of weak U.S. diplomacy.

The administration’s failure to stand up to Iran has led to this point. After four years of "maximum pressure" under Trump, the Biden-Harris team reverted back to the Obama-era appeasement strategy, and now the regime feels free to target a former U.S. president. This is more than a national security failure—it's a complete collapse of American deterrence.

Where is Kamala Harris in all of this? If she has been part of every major decision, then she has been complicit in the weak policies that have allowed Iran to operate with impunity. As the Democratic presidential candidate, her silence on these escalating threats is a clear indication of her failure to grasp the severity of the situation.

Conclusion: The Consequences of Compromise
The Iran nuclear deal was never the diplomatic triumph it was claimed to be—it was a deeply flawed agreement negotiated by individuals who had no business representing U.S. interests. Robert Malley’s involvement in recruiting individuals like Ariane Tabatabai, and the Biden-Harris administration’s failure to respond to the subsequent security revelations, have left the U.S. vulnerable to Iranian influence.

President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the JCPOA was a crucial course correction to an international disaster. The Biden-Harris administration’s return to these failed policies has only worsened the situation. Ariane Tabatabai remains in her position to this day—an undeniable example of the administration’s negligence. Kamala Harris, as Biden’s right hand, cannot escape responsibility for these failures. As she tries to rebrand herself as a strong presidential candidate with the experience to lead, the American people deserve to know why she has stayed silent on these serious national security concerns. Leadership is about standing up to threats, not allowing them to fester in the shadows.

The question remains: Is Kamala Harris prepared to lead a nation when she has failed to act on such crucial issues?

Ariane Tabatabai Policy Analysis: Preserving the Iran Nuclear Deal
cato.org/sites/cato.org…

TL;DR:
The Iran Nuclear Deal, crafted by compromised figures like Robert Malley, was deeply flawed from the start. Ariane Tabatabai, who Malley recruited, has ties to Iran and remains in a key Pentagon role with top security clearance despite these revelations.

The Biden-Harris administration’s failure to act on these serious security issues shows a dangerous lack of oversight. Trump was right to withdraw from the deal, and the media ignored his warnings in their rush to criticize him.

Kamala Harris, who has been silent on these national security concerns, needs to answer for her role and explain why she has allowed these failures to persist as she seeks the presidency.

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Jul 23

🚨 Investigating "Grassroots" Donations 🚨

ActBlue, the platform championed for facilitating Democratic donations, is under fire for allegedly manipulating donation data to create an illusion of grassroots support.

My investigation uncovered damning evidence of thousands of micro-donations, with ActBlue being the recipient of most of these donations, potentially masking the true origins of these funds.

In just 10 minutes on , I found striking data on four individuals (there are thousands of examples), ALL listed as UNEMPLOYED, who reside in average housing:

2023-2024 Election Cycle:

Amy, OR: $42,256.15 over 7,975 donations
Sandra, CA: $30,051.30 over 6,797 donations
Carolyn, NJ: $53,345.67 over 5,998 donations
Thomas, WI: $69,340.56 over 2,656 donations

These seemingly average unemployed citizens have donated a staggering $197,993.68 across 23,416 separate donations, averaging 10 donations per day, every day, each since 1/1/23.

Between May 1st, 2024 - May 4th, 2024

1,689 individuals made more than 15 separate donations each to ActBlue. Have you ever heard of someone donating 15 times within just 4 days?

This pattern raises serious questions about the transparency and honesty of these fundraising tactics, suggesting a concerted effort to deceive the public and misrepresent the scale of grassroots support. What is being done to investigate these types of donations?

Disclaimer: No fraud or wrongdoing has been proven. I am simply reporting activity that seems suspicious and would appreciate any honest feedback or valid explanations for this.FEC.GOV

rubio.senate.gov/rubio-demands-…

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Name: Wendy
Status: Retired/Not Employed
Total Donations: $227,074.16
Number of Donations: 24,179
State: Washington
Since: 1/1/23

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