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Just-Me
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Northern Virginian, animal lover, traveler, and not a doctor
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The "Secretary of War" and the "War Department" are not real things. Shouldn't that nullify this presidential order?
Skip to content Presidential Actions NATIONAL SECURITY PRESIDENTIAL MEMORANDUM/NSPM-8 Presidential Memoranda October 15, 2025 MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF WAR THE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET SUBJECT: Use of Available Department of War Funds for Military Pay and Allowances during the Lapse in Annual Appropriations The current appropriations lapse, which includes a lapse in the annual appropriations that the Congress provides for the pay and allowances of military personnel, is now in its fifteenth day. Further, congressional leaders have indicated that political negotiations have stalemated and that the passage of the necessary bipartisan legislation to end the lapse is unlikely to occur before our active duty military personnel are scheduled to receive their next paychecks on October 15th. This potential outcome presents a serious and unacceptable threat to military readiness and the ability of our Armed Forces to protect and defend our Nation. Accordingly, as the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the United States under Article 2 of the United States Constitution, I direct the Secretary of War, in coordination with the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, to use for the purpose of pay and allowances any funds appropriated by the Congress that remain available for expenditure in Fiscal Year 2026 to accomplish the scheduled disbursement of military pay and allowances for active duty military personnel, as well as for Reserve component military personnel who have performed active service during the relevant pay period. Funds used for military pay and allowances during the current lapse should be those that the Secretary of War determines are provided for purposes that have a reasonable, logical relationship to the pay and allowances of military personnel, consistent with applicable law, including 31 U.S.C. 1301(a)... DONALD J. TRUMP
October 15, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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September 28, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Batman going "Hmmm..." meme
June 17, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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sites.duke.edu/lawfire/2024...
June 10, 2025 at 2:25 AM
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The oath for enlisted personnel:
Furthermore, it is the Constitution that establishes the President as Commander-in-Chief. This has consequences in the law of military orders. Consider the oath for enlisted personnel. I, _____, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. So help me God (Emphasis added).
June 10, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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May 31, 2025 at 1:57 AM
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May 31, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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The daughter looks like T's type.
Pictures of Savannah Chrisley
May 27, 2025 at 10:11 PM
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Just his type.
Pictures of Savannah Chrisley.
May 27, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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During her trip to the Middle East, U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited a naval base in Bahrain, where she met with coast guard personnel, served meals and signed autographs. She also toured the historic Qal’at al-Bahrain Fort on camelback and held a meeting with the country’s king. On Sunday, she traveled to Israel and met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
May 27, 2025 at 2:11 AM
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Here's another view of it. Unfortunately it appears that it's really happened.
Large banner of Trump hanging on the USDA building in Washington DC
May 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Auschwitz "Work makes one free" sign
May 14, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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Dow, Nasdaq and S&P 500 all climb as Trump says investors ‘better go out and buy stocks now’
May 8, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Restroom sign with male and female figures and a bear
May 7, 2025 at 11:51 PM
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Restroom sign with male and female figures and a bear figure
May 7, 2025 at 11:49 PM
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Hegseth’s frequent use of the app in his daily duties and Buria’s role in posting information on his behalf haven’t been previously reported.
Some of Hegseth’s messages were posted by his military aide, Marine Col. Ricky Buria, who was given access to the secretary’s personal phone, the people said. It was Buria who posted information in March about an imminent U.S. attack on Houthi militants in Yemen into a Signal chat group that included the secretary’s wife, brother, and private lawyer, the people said.
May 5, 2025 at 10:47 PM
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At what point do we reach conduct unbecoming of the presidency?
Trump with light saber photo posted on the official White House social media feed. Picture of Trump as pope that was posted on the official White House social media feed. Picture of Trump asleep at the pope's funeral
May 4, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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If an officer can be removed for "conduct unbecoming of an officer" at what point can a president be removed for behavior unbecoming of the presidency?
May 4, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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While the White House has described Trump’s speech as a commencement address, it is actually a special event that was created before graduation ceremonies that begin Friday. Graduating students have the option of attending the event, but it is not required.
May 1, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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Sec. 7. General Provisions. (a) Nothing in this order shall be construed to impair or otherwise affect: i. the authority granted by law to an executive department or agency, or the head thereof; or ii. the functions of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget relating to budgetary, administrative, or legislative proposals. (b) This order shall be implemented consistent with applicable law and subject to the availability of appropriations. (c) This order is not intended to, and does not, create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity by any party against the United States, its departments, agencies, or entities, its officers, employees, or agents, or any other person. (d) The Department of Justice shall provide funding for this order’s publication in the Federal Register. DONALD J. TRUMP THE WHITE HOUSE, April 28, 2025.
April 29, 2025 at 2:19 AM
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Sec. 5. Holding State and Local Officials Accountable. The Attorney General shall pursue all necessary legal remedies and enforcement measures to enforce the rights of Americans impacted by crime and shall prioritize prosecution of any applicable violations of Federal criminal law with respect to State and local jurisdictions whose officials: (a) willfully and unlawfully direct the obstruction of criminal law, including by directly and unlawfully prohibiting law enforcement officers from carrying out duties necessary for public safety and law enforcement; or (b) unlawfully engage in discrimination or civil-rights violations under the guise of “diversity, equity, and inclusion” initiatives that restrict law enforcement activity or endanger citizens. Sec. 6. Use of Homeland Security Task Forces. The Attorney General and the Secretary of Homeland Security shall utilize the Homeland Security Task Forces (HSTFs) formed in accordance with Executive Order 14159 of January 20, 2025 (Protecting the American People Against Invasion) to coordinate and advance the objectives of this order.
April 29, 2025 at 2:17 AM
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Sec. 4. Using National Security Assets for Law and Order. (a) Within 90 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General and the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and the heads of agencies as appropriate, shall increase the provision of excess military and national security assets in local jurisdictions to assist State and local law enforcement. (b) Within 90 days of the date of this order, the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Attorney General, shall determine how military and national security assets, training, non-lethal capabilities, and personnel can most effectively be utilized to prevent crime.
April 29, 2025 at 2:17 AM
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Sec. 3. Empowering State and Local Law Enforcement. (a) The Attorney General and other appropriate heads of executive departments and agencies (agencies) shall take all appropriate action to maximize the use of Federal resources to: (i) provide new best practices to State and local law enforcement to aggressively police communities against all crimes; (ii) expand access and improve the quality of training available to State and local law enforcement; (iii) increase pay and benefits for law enforcement officers; (iv) strengthen and expand legal protections for law enforcement officers; (v) seek enhanced sentences for crimes against law enforcement officers; (vi) promote investment in the security and capacity of prisons; and (vii) increase the investment in and collection, distribution, and uniformity of crime data across jurisdictions. (b) Within 60 days of the date of this order, the Attorney General shall review all ongoing Federal consent decrees, out-of-court agreements, and post-judgment orders to which a State or local law enforcement agency is a party and modify, rescind, or move to conclude such measures that unduly impede the performance of law enforcement functions.
April 29, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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Sec. 2. Legal Defense of Law Enforcement Officers. The Attorney General shall take all appropriate action to create a mechanism to provide legal resources and indemnification to law enforcement officers who unjustly incur expenses and liabilities for actions taken during the performance of their official duties to enforce the law. This mechanism shall include the use of private-sector pro bono assistance for such law enforcement officers.
April 29, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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Section 1. Purpose and Policy. Safe communities rely on the backbone and heroism of a tough and well-equipped police force. My Administration is steadfastly committed to empowering State and local law enforcement to firmly police dangerous criminal behavior and protect innocent citizens. When local leaders demonize law enforcement and impose legal and political handcuffs that make aggressively enforcing the law impossible, crime thrives and innocent citizens and small business owners suffer. My Administration will therefore: establish best practices at the State and local level for cities to unleash high-impact local police forces; protect and defend law enforcement officers wrongly accused and abused by State or local officials; and surge resources to officers in need. My Administration will work to ensure that law enforcement officers across America focus on ending crime, not pursuing harmful, illegal race- and sex-based “equity” policies. The result will be a law-abiding society in which tenacious law enforcement officers protect the innocent, violations of law are not tolerated, and American communities are safely enjoyed by all their citizens again.
April 29, 2025 at 2:13 AM