- Hunter Walker @ Talking Points Memo: Markwayne’s World: The ‘Cinematic’ And ‘Fantastical’ Life Of Trump’s DHS Pick
Markwayne Mullin has an incredible story. The Republican U.S. senator is an entrepreneur and former mixed martial arts fighter. That unique experience has been a core part of Mullin’s political brand and featured in multiple campaign ads, including one that showed off his punching bag workouts alongside footage of President Donald Trump declaring, “Markwayne Mullin, you don’t want to fight with him.” However, following his nomination by Trump to lead the Department of Homeland Security, some aspects of Mullin’s record have come under scrutiny.
- Robert Davis @ Raw Story: MAGA civil war breaks out as Trump ally runs Epstein ads to block Steve Bannon from CPAC
The late child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's "sprawling web" continues to ensnare the MAGA movement.
- Julie Ingersoll @ The Bulwark: What Pete Hegseth’s Spiritual Mentor Wants for America
Pastor-theologian Douglas Wilson advocates theocracy, the restriction of the franchise from women and nonbelievers, and much else—and he is closer than ever to real power.
- Tom Latchem @ The Daily Beast: Insider Reveals Humiliating Reason for Ousted Border Patrol Goon’s Next Move
A DHS insider noted Gregory Bovino had an internal investigation looming when he announced he was quitting.
- Michael Luciano @ Mediaite: Republican Senator Claims ID Is Required ‘To Have a Child’
Sen. Dave McCormick (R-PA) claimed that having an identification card is required “to have a child” in the U.S. He did not elaborate as to when or to whom he thinks the ID would need to be presented.
- Hemant Mehta @ Friendly Atheist: Extremist pastor plots comeback campaign in deep-red Oklahoma district
Once a failed Senate candidate, Jackson Lahmeyer hopes to benefit from a party captured by Christian Nationalism.
