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Washington insider: “Congressmen blackmailed after sex parties”

Published 31 January 2024
– By Editorial Staff
According to Titus Warren, politicians' sex parties are a very badly kept secret.
3 minute read

A Capitol Hill intern was secretly recorded telling the O’Keefe Media Group how members of Congress are blackmailed into voting a certain way after having affairs and sex parties.

Despite working for Republicans, he also adds that he “loves” Democratic Speaker Nancy Pelosi and that Donald Trump “needs to die”.

Democrat Titus Warren works for Republicans in Congress, but his employer does not seem to care about his political views or the risk that he might reveal details about them to the opposing side.

Warren admits that he keeps some details to himself, but that he is sure his boss knows his political views because he has a photo of Nancy Peolosi on his desk. He also talks about how he “loves” left-liberal Speaker Nancy Pelosi and how he thinks Donald Trump “needs to die”.

Every time I see her, or we run into each other, you know, sometimes I’ll even go into her office, then I’ll just go in her candy bowl, Titus explains, before confirming that Pelosi knows him and “loves” him as much as he “loves” her.

Titus also boasts that he gets to visit “a lot of embassies and a lot of events at the White House” and that he loves President Joe Biden and doesn’t care much for Republican voters.

“Leverage” and hungover politicians

He goes on to describe how members of both political parties are forced to vote a certain way through a so-called “voting proposal”.

But these so-called suggestions aren’t suggestions at all; they are much more nefarious ways of blackmailing members of Congress who have engaged in affairs on their spouses or downright sex parties with other members, O’Keefe notes.

There’s a lot of things that I see with my own eyes, says Titus Warren, explaining that it’s common for staffers and members of Congress to have sex and even affairs with each other during “hot and heavy” parties. It happens a lot more than people think… A majority of members that come late are 9/10 times hungover from the [sex parties] the night before, he continues, adding that this type of event is considered “normal” in these circles.

Titus Warren with Nancy Pelosi and Kevin McCarthy. Montage. Photo: Private

The sex parties, which he believed to be fictitious before he began practicing in Congress, are then used to gain influence and leverage over members of Congress and officials, pressuring them to vote a certain way or support proposals they would not otherwise support. In addition, the leverage can be used to advance one’s own career.

– If you were ever running for office and you were where I am, you’d use it as leverage to win your campaign, Warren explains.

“Latent threat”

Republican Madison Cawthorn, a former House member, also testified that he was invited to a “sexual get-together” or “orgy” at the home of a member of the Washington elite. He also said that US officials often took cocaine in front of him, which caused an uproar and led to Cawthorn’s ouster from Congress in the next election.

When he hears Warren’s story, he is not surprised and says he recognizes much of what he has been told.

– Especially the blackmail piece that it seemed like this individual was talking about in this piece, that’s something that I experienced firsthand. It’s kind of a latent threat. It’s kind of just an understood thing in Washington. It’s not something that’s ever really said to you, but it’s well known that people can always have leverage points on you.

People only want to put you in compromising situations so that they can have leverage over you so they can control your vote, Cawthorn continued.

According to Titus Warren, the media does not know about the extortion system, or “they’re not allowed to run these stories“. He also says he doesn’t feel guilty about what he sees in Congress, or that he’s a “secret” Democrat working in the Republican office.

– I get my check and everything is fine.

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Israel wants to expel Palestinians to Africa

The genocide in Gaza

Published today 19:45
– By Editorial Staff
South Sudan's leader Salva Kiir Mayardit is reportedly willing to accept Palestinians in order to strengthen ties with Israel and the United States.
3 minute read

Israel has initiated discussions with South Sudan about expelling Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to the war-torn East African country.

The plans are described as an attempt at mass expulsion and ethnic cleansing following Israel’s 22-month-long invasion and have drawn strong criticism for violating international law and humanitarian principles.

Six sources with insight confirm to Associated Press that talks are ongoing, but it remains unclear how far they have actually progressed. The proposal involves moving Palestinians from one starvation zone to another, which according to analysts risks worsening the already very difficult humanitarian situation for Gaza’s population.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pushing for what he himself claims is “voluntary migration”, and has previously proposed similar arrangements with other African countries.

— I think that the right thing to do, even according to the laws of war as I know them, is to allow the population to leave, and then you go in with all your might against the enemy who remains there, Netanyahu said in an interview with Israeli TV channel i24 on Tuesday.

“Needs allies”

Palestinians and human rights organizations reject the plans, however, stating that it practically amounts to ethnic cleansing, where Israel could annex all of Gaza and reestablish Jewish settlements – a demand from far-right ministers in the government. Many Palestinians also fear they would never be allowed to return to their homeland.

For South Sudan, which has struggled with civil war, corruption and famine since independence in 2011, the agreement is seen as a way to strengthen ties with Israel and Trump. The country’s leadership hopes for eased sanctions and improved relations with the US.

— Cash-strapped South Sudan needs any ally, financial gain and diplomatic security it can get, says journalist Peter Martell, author of the book First Raise a Flag, which is about the African nation.

An Israeli delegation plans to visit the African country to investigate whether it is possible to establish camps for Palestinians, according to Joe Szlavik, founder of a lobbying company that works with the country.

Analysts point out that Israel is likely prepared to finance temporary camps in the country, but Edmund Yakani, leader of a South Sudanese civil society organization, warns of the consequences.

— South Sudan should not become a dumping ground for people. And it should not accept to take people as negotiating chips to improve relations, says Yakani.

Discussions with more African countries

Egypt opposes the plans to forcibly relocate Palestinians from Gaza. They are concerned that this would lead to increased refugee flows from Gaza, which would negatively affect their own country.

Israel and the US have previously held talks with Sudan, Somalia and the self-declared region of Somaliland, all of which are struggling with war and famine. However, it is unclear how far these discussions have progressed.

Critics argue that the proposal to expel Palestinians from Gaza not only violates international law, but also ignores their right to their land.

Even though many Palestinians would likely consider leaving Gaza temporarily due to war and famine, South Sudan is also considered a particularly poor alternative – not only because the country is poor, chaotic and dysfunctional – but also because bloody ethnic and religious conflicts have long been ongoing in the region.

Trump deploys National Guard to “liberate” Washington

Donald Trump's USA

Published yesterday 12:17
– By Editorial Staff
President Trump announces that 800 National Guard soldiers will initially be deployed to combat crime and restore order in Washington, DC.
4 minute read

At a press conference on Monday, US President Donald Trump announced a massive operation to combat crime in Washington, DC.

As part of the measures, the city’s police will be placed under federal control, and hundreds of National Guard soldiers will patrol the streets to make the city safer. Trump simultaneously warned that New York could be next for similar measures.

— I’m announcing a historic action to rescue our nation’s capital from crime, bloodshed, bedlam and squalor – and worse. This is liberation day in DC and we’re going to take our capital back, Trump said during a press conference at the White House.

The president expressed frustration over what he described as the growing crime in the city.

— Our capital city has been overtaken by violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals, roving mobs of wild youth, drugged-out maniacs and homeless people, Trump said and continued: “And we’re not going to let it happen anymore. We’re not going to take it”.

Trump noted that the operations would begin quickly, in the same way as the measures taken at the southern border to stop illegal immigration. “We’re going to clean it up real quick, like we did on the southern border”, he clarified.

“Will be tough”

According to US legislation, the Home Rule Act of 1973, the president has the right to take control of Washington’s police force for up to 30 days, with the possibility for Congress to extend the measures. The Trump administration has sent documents formalizing the takeover to Congress, and later in the day, DC’s police chief and other federal officials met to discuss next steps.

— This will be an opportunity for us to come together and collaborate on being able to go out and execute warrants, said MPD Police Chief Pamela Smith.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth clarified in an interview that the National Guard will not just be present but will act proactively in their operation.

— They will be strong, they will be tough and they will stand with their law enforcement partners., Hegseth said, adding: “If you take an action or a shot at them, there will be a consequence”.

“Doubled up on Baghdad”

Trump defended his decision and showed a chart during the press conference comparing murder statistics per capita in Washington, DC with the capitals of cocaine-exporting Colombia, Mexico and Iraq.

— We doubled up on Baghdad, he claimed, describing the situation as “completely unacceptable”.

— They’ll immediately begin massive enforcement operations targeting known gangs, drug dealers and criminal networks to get them the hell off the street, Trump said. He also suggested that certain criminals, whom he claimed came to the US illegally, will be deported.

Photo: screenshot/Truth Social/Trump

— They come from Venezuela, they come from all over the world. We’re going to get them the hell out, he explained.

The National Guard will also assist in a larger operation to remove homeless camps from public places, including parks and underpasses.

— We’re getting rid of the slums, Trump promised and mentioned that beautifying the city’s public areas and repairing median strips and potholes are part of the operation.

“False numbers”

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, who is a Democrat, confirmed that she will comply with the federal operations but expressed concern that Trump’s decision represents a major interference in local self-governance.

I’m going to work every day to make sure it’s not a complete disaster, Bowser said, claiming to be particularly concerned about the presence of plainclothes law enforcement personnel.

— All law enforcement be identifiable by uniform, a badge, a jacket, so that people know that they are law enforcement.

Trump addressed the criticism and responded in his way.

— I know it’s not politically correct. We’re going to get them the hell out. They won’t be here long,

New York next?

Defense Secretary Hegseth also clarified that soldiers from other states will assist in the operation.

— They will be standing right alongside our federal agents, like they were in Los Angeles. They’re going to be proactive.

Trump also mentioned that he is looking at other cities that may need similar federal operations.

— You look at Chicago, how bad it is. You look at Los Angeles, how bad it is. We have other cities that are very bad. New York has a problem, Trump said, suggesting that more cities may receive federal support if the situation doesn’t improve.

The president also took the opportunity to express his long-term visions for the city.

— Washington, DC, should be one of the safest, cleanest and most beautiful cities anywhere in the world, and we’re going to make it that, Trump summarized and promised that he intends to “clean it up real quick”.

Chinese “pop-up houses” now available on Walmart and Amazon

Published yesterday 11:03
– By Editorial Staff
To lift the smallest house, a forklift is sufficient - but for the larger ones, it's recommended that the buyer rent a crane.
2 minute read

Portable “pop-up houses” are now available for purchase on American retailers Walmart and Amazon. The houses are manufactured in China and come in several sizes and price ranges.

The houses, which are built from containers, are called “expandable prefab houses” and are created by Chinese company Chery Industrial. They can be purchased in various sizes, ranging from a simple office with bathroom that costs approximately €14,000, to a larger house with bedroom, living room and dining room along with bathroom and kitchen that costs around €24,500.

The pop-up houses can be bought on Amazon and also at American discount retailer Walmart, but it’s likely cheapest to buy directly from the manufacturer, reports Fortune.

The house can be packed up and becomes “container-sized,” according to the company. Delivery to the buyer is included, but the buyer is responsible for moving the house from the truck. This requires a forklift strong enough to lift the container house, but for the larger houses it’s recommended to rent a crane. The house is delivered folded up and then you need help from friends to unfold it.

Before purchasing, you need to have land to place the house on, but also plan for connecting water and electricity. Toilet and shower are included in most houses, but furniture you naturally choose yourself.

In recent years, so-called “tiny houses” have become a movement, particularly in the USA, where people advocate for more minimalism and simply living more simply with fewer possessions. Often the houses are portable, extremely small in size compared to regular houses, but also planned and well-thought-out in both structure and furnishing.

Vance: Americans are fed up with paying for the Ukraine war

The war in Ukraine

Published 11 August 2025
– By Editorial Staff
US Vice President-elect JD Vance believes that the EU must "play a bigger role" for what happens in its neighborhood.
2 minute read

US Vice President J.D. Vance states that the country is moving toward ending its economic support to Ukraine in the war against Russia.

At the same time, he emphasizes that he has nothing against Europe continuing to deliver American weapons to Kiev – as long as they pay for this themselves.

— I think the President, and I certainly think that America, we’re done with the funding of the Ukraine war business. We want to bring about a peaceful settlement to this thing. We want to stop the killing, Vance said in an interview with Fox News, which aired on Sunday.

He emphasized that public opinion in the US no longer supports continued economic aid to Kiev.

— But Americans, I think, are sick of continuing to send their money, their tax dollars, to this particular conflict, Vance continued.

“Got to step up”

The Vice President did, however, leave the door open for the US having nothing against continued European military support to Ukraine – even where American weapons are involved – as long as this happens without American financing.

— But if the Europeans want to step up and actually buy the weapons from American producers. We’re okay with that, but we’re not going to fund it ourselves anymore, he added.

The interview was recorded before the official announcement of President Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin next week, but was aired in its entirety only on Sunday. Vance also repeated the Trump administration’s line that European countries must themselves bear greater responsibility for the war.

— What we said to the Europeans is simply: First of all, this is in your neck of the woods, this is in your back door. You guys got to step up and play a bigger role in this thing. And if you care so much about this conflict, you should be willing to play a more direct and a more substantial way in funding this war yourselves, Vance explained.

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