WARNING – The footage linked below is extremely graphic and may be disturbing for some viewers. A Tibetan activist died in New York City on Thursday after he set himself on fire outside of the United Nations headquarters. The New York City Police Department said they responded to an emergency call made at around 6:30 p.m. ET. The man was found badly burned. He was taken to Bellevue Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Video footage HERE [EXTREMELY GRAPHIC]: The man was identified as Tibetan activist Lobga Rangzen. He left behind papers reading “China Out of Tibet.” NEW: The man who set himself on fire outside the UN HQ in NYC has been identified as a Tibetan activist Lobga Rangzen; he livestreamed the incident and left behind papers reading "China Out of Tibet." pic.twitter.com/HlWwRnTjNG — Scope Report (@ScopeReport_) July 3, 2026 NBC News shared further: Voice of Tibet, a media outlet of exiled Tibetans, said Tibetan activist Logba Rangzen “self-immolated outside the U.N. headquarters in New York after a live appeal for Tibetan independence and unity.” He was an Uber driver and went to the scene with a Tibetan flag, local news site amNewYork reported. The website quoted fellow Uber driver Lobsang Paljor as saying he knew Rangzen from gatherings in the Tibetan community. Paljor told the news website that Rangzen “was enraged by the restrictions the Chinese government had placed on his countrymen.” The United States and the European Union have expressed concern about China’s new ethnic unity law, which went into effect this week and gives Beijing the legal basis to take action against people outside its borders. The law creates a “shared” national identity among the country’s 55 ethnic minority groups, including Tibetans and Uyghurs, some of whom chafe under Chinese governance. Tibetans around the world have opposed the law. In a video posted on his Facebook page, Rangzen called on other Tibetans in exile to unite and do more to fight for Tibet’s independence. He hinted at his future actions, saying it’s not for “any personal reason.” “So if I do a big action today, I want you to know it is not for any personal reason. It is not because I have nothing to eat or nothing to wear, but because I am doing this for my country. For the Tibetan nation,” he said, according to The New York Times. “In his final message, he called for a free Tibet, unity among Tibetans, and an end to the Chinese Communist Party’s occupation and repression,” Digital Citizens for Human Rights wrote. “Since 2009, more than 170 Tibetans have self immolated in protest against the CCP’s policies in Tibet. They were not seeking death. They were making the ultimate sacrifice after their voices, faith, language, culture, and fundamental freedoms were systematically suppressed,” it added. Tibetan activist Loga Rangzen has died after self immolating outside the UN headquarters in New York. In his final message, he called for a free Tibet, unity among Tibetans, and an end to the Chinese Communist Party's occupation and repression. Since 2009, more than 170… pic.twitter.com/q2WQ4r0JTw — Digital Citizens for Human Rights (@dc4_humanrights) July 3, 2026 More from The New York Times: The self-immolations in China were initially carried out by monks, but nomads, farmers and others also began staging the protest. They were so frequent that in 2012, the top human rights official at the United Nations at the time, Navi Pillay, criticized China for the suppression of Tibetan rights, saying that it had driven them to “desperate forms of protest.” Ms. Pillay appealed to Tibetans to seek other ways of expressing their feelings and urged China to allow them to do so without retribution. Even as the self-immolations became central to the Tibetan protest movement, some Tibetans were anguished over the deaths of their young men and women and asked how the acts reconciled with Buddhist teachings. The Dalai Lama, the Tibetan spiritual leader-in-exile, has described the religious issues surrounding the self-immolations as “very, very complicated.” Lobga Rangzen’s protest marks the first known self-immolation of a Tibetan in the United States, according to Tenzin Dorjee, director of research and advocacy at Tibet Action Institute, who was a friend of the activist’s. He said that Lobga Rangzen’s clarity and calm during his last statement suggested he had been planning this action for a while. Tenzin Dorjee described his friend as a central member of the Tibetan community in New York, helping with cultural events and participating in countless demonstrations. “He would come to every single protest rally we ever organized,” he said. “For him, there was no other goal or value in life that was higher than national liberation,” he said. “That was the singular thing that occupied and preoccupied him.” The post EXTREMELY GRAPHIC: Tibetan Activist Sets Himself On Fire Outside Of United Nations In New York City appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

New Yorkers knew what they were getting when they elected socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Nevertheless, some seemed surprised when his response to the ongoing heat wave was to tell citizens to suck it up and sweat. As The Hill reported, several of the most prominent Republican names were among those who ridiculed the mayor’s call for New Yorkers to set their thermostats at a balmy 78: Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) called the post “an act of war against women in menopause,” before adding, “socialism has entered the chat.” Former 2024 GOP presidential candidates chimed in as well.  Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley said, “Welcome to socialism,” while Vivek Ramaswamy said, “This is what socialism looks like, folks. The right answer isn’t restrictions or mandates. It’s drilling, fracking, coal, & nuclear. That’s how we’ll roll in Ohio.” Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) suggested the post reflects “the reality of big government socialism’s inability to solve problems.” “Telling New Yorkers to set their air conditioning at 78 degrees is an open admission of the failure of the left to provide enough inexpensive electricity that people can be comfortable even in hot weather,” he added. Former Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt (R) said, “Show us your thermostat, commie.” Here are a few more choice responses:   Proof that communism is (unfortunately) alive and well. https://t.co/Z9hTyRI8FF — Rand Paul (@RandPaul) July 2, 2026 This is Communism at work https://t.co/c0MejQmAVH — Rick Scott (@ScottforFlorida) July 1, 2026 First AOC tried to come for your steak and ribs and now the Socialist Democrats are coming for your AC. This is the future that WOKE Democrats want not just for NYC but for South Carolina too! https://t.co/s6u93omj2p — Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) July 2, 2026 CBS News added these details: Mamdani is doubling down, insisting he’s delighted to live life in the hot lane.  “Welcome to communism” Mamdani’s facing two kinds of heat at Gracie Mansion – one from the sun and another from social media. Mamdani set the thermostat at Gracie Mansion to 78 degrees and asked New Yorkers to do the same.  “Yep. I set it myself,” Mamdani said.  The mayor was totally unfazed by the massive social media blowback.  Barstool sports founder Dave Portnoy, for example, wrote “78 degrees??? Welcome to communism people! Hope you enjoy.”    Here’s some additional coverage:     What are your thoughts? TAP HERE TO ADD YOUR VOTE This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport. View the original article here. The post Republicans Take Turns Mocking Mamdani’s Thermostat Decree: ‘Communism At Work’ appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

A flagpole in Buffalo, New York, sustained damage after the city raised a Somali flag to commemorate Somalian Independence Day. “The City of Buffalo’s flagpole in Niagara Square sustained damage after unknown vandals broke the access panel, cut the cable, and removed the Somali flag during the overnight hours of Wednesday, July 1. The City of Buffalo Police Department is investigating the incident. The flag had been raised by an organization called Heal International in honor of Somalian Independence Day. Heal International has been raising the Somali flag at Niagara Square for at least the last four years,” Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan said. “The flagpoles in Niagara Square are available for use by the public, and over the years a variety of organizations have flown flags there, including those representing Ukraine, Greece, Ireland, Puerto Rico, the Karen community, Italy, Bangladesh, and more. Buffalo is a proud, diverse city, and our administration remains committed to honoring and celebrating the many cultures that make our community stronger,” he continued. Buffalo vandals steal Somali flag from City Hall pole – days after mayor canceled Fourth of July fireworks show https://t.co/0LhrJrGVfe pic.twitter.com/69cAaJ6Qqm — New York Post (@nypost) July 3, 2026 More from the New York Post: The mayor, who previously served in the NYS Senate, has taken heat for canceling a city-sponsored Fourth of July fireworks display — days before the Somalian flag was raised. Ryan claimed plans to hold a large Independence Day celebration fell through after the hired vendor “raised real questions” about the safety of launching fireworks near City Hall, according to WGRZ. Former New York State Republican Party Chair, Rep. Nick Langworthy ripped Ryan for the excuse. “Democrats are nominating anti-America socialist candidates across the country–including right here in Buffalo,” Langworthy wrote on Facebook. “The decision to cancel fireworks for our nation’s 250th birthday while simultaneously raising the Somali flag has everything to with THAT and nothing to do with logistics.” Other Buffalo residents called out Ryan’s leadership as an “embarrassment.” “Mayor you are an embarrassment to the American people and to the citizens of Buffalo,” one person wrote on Facebook. “No fireworks for our most significant birthday in our lives. Thanks!” another wrote. “After exploring potential locations, an appropriate site could not be identified that would provide a safe and widely accessible viewing experience for residents. As a result, the City will not be hosting a downtown fireworks display this year,” a statement read, according to Buffalo Toronto Public Media. Watch some of Ryan’s comments below: Buffalo Mayor Sean Ryan (D-NY) on why he has cancelled the July 4th fireworks show: "We're already doing one August 2nd" pic.twitter.com/RmR945RdDc — End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) July 3, 2026 Buffalo Toronto Public Media shared further: Critics of the fireworks cancelation soon shifted their focus toward that Somali flag raising. Many critics point to a recent public aid fraud scandal in Minnesota led primarily by people of Somali descent. A non-Somali woman tied to that scandal was recently sentenced to 42 years in prison for her role in a $250 million case. The fallout from that has led some political operatives and social media posters to attack the integrity of the broader Somali community. Other backlash included a reported threat to “blow up” City Hall. Buffalo Police Commissioner Erika Shields confirmed the threat to WGRZ-TV Thursday afternoon, saying an out-of-town suspect had been identified. What are your thoughts? TAP HERE TO ADD YOUR VOTE The post City’s Flagpole Damaged After Raising Somali Flag, Democrat Mayor Says appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

A Gavin Newsom appointee and California Democratic power broker secretly recorded conversations for the FBI during the federal corruption probe into Newsom’s former chief of staff. That is the claim now attached to Alexis Podesta, 45, a longtime Sacramento insider tied to the state’s Democratic machine. The disclosure lands as Newsom and his wife have recently framed federal scrutiny as political payback. The timeline says otherwise. The alleged recording goes back to June 2024, before President Trump had returned to the White House. Gavin Newsom appointee wore FBI wire in corruption probe https://t.co/ONdLxrlT6q pic.twitter.com/ryIT26Iad3 — New York Post (@nypost) July 2, 2026 The New York Post reported on July 2, 2026, that Podesta secretly recorded conversations for the FBI during the criminal investigation of Dana Williamson, Newsom’s former chief of staff. The report attributed the wire disclosure to Williamson’s attorney, McGregor Scott, a former U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of California. Scott said Williamson was not the person wearing the wire and pointed instead to Podesta. The Post said the alleged recording activity dated as far back as June 2024. That timing is politically important because it predates President Trump’s return to office and undercuts the easy claim that every federal move around Newsom’s orbit began as Trump-era retaliation. The report also connected the wire allegation to FBI notification letters that surprised Sacramento insiders and lobbyists last fall. Those letters reportedly told recipients that their calls or communications had been intercepted during the investigation. There are limits to the claim. Podesta has not been charged, and the wire allegation is being reported through the Post and Williamson’s attorney, while Podesta is described as cooperating with federal investigators. The New York Post profile on Alexis Podesta described her as a California Democratic power broker who moved through senior state-government roles before becoming a key cooperator in the corruption probe. Podesta served as secretary of California’s Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency and later held a seat on the State Compensation Insurance Fund board through a Newsom appointment. She also founded Podesta Company after years in California political and government circles. The profile matters because this was not some random outside consultant wandering into the story. The figure allegedly recording conversations had been inside the same Sacramento power network that produced the Williamson case. The same profile also repeated the key legal boundary: Podesta has not been charged. That distinction matters because the story is about cooperation and recorded conversations, not an indictment of Podesta herself. Who is Alexis Podesta? The Gavin Newsom appointee who wore an FBI wire https://t.co/y2oQL29cdr pic.twitter.com/REQZwO8w8b — New York Post (@nypost) July 3, 2026 This did not start with Podesta, and it did not start with a wire. It started with a federal indictment. The Justice Department announced on November 12, 2025, that Williamson had been charged in a 23-count indictment that was unsealed after her arrest. The charges included conspiracy to commit bank and wire fraud, bank fraud, wire fraud, conspiracy to defraud the United States and obstruct justice, subscribing to false tax returns, and making false statements. DOJ identified Williamson as a political consultant and former public official. The case centered on alleged fraud, obstruction, false statements, and tax conduct, not a narrow paperwork mistake or a minor ethics complaint. The department also included the standard legal warning that charges are allegations unless and until proven. That still matters for the counts and defendants that were pending at that stage. The case has since moved well past the original charging announcement. The Justice Department later reported that Williamson pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and wire fraud, subscribing to a false tax return, and making false statements. DOJ said Williamson faced exposure tied to restitution and penalties, with a sentencing-status hearing scheduled before Chief Judge Troy L. Nunley on July 9, 2026. That puts the case in a very different posture from an ordinary allegation thrown around in a campaign email. The same broader probe also produced guilty pleas from Sean McCluskie and Greg Campbell. DOJ reported McCluskie pleaded guilty on November 20, 2025, and Campbell pleaded guilty on December 4, 2025, in related conspiracy counts. Those pleas involved roughly $225,000 allegedly pulled from a dormant political campaign account. In other words, the wire claim is landing inside a case with real federal pleas already on the board. That status is the difference between partisan smoke and a federal case with admitted criminal conduct. CalMatters reported that the indictment accused Williamson and others of funneling money from a dormant campaign account tied to Xavier Becerra’s orbit for McCluskie’s personal benefit. The outlet described Williamson as a longtime Democratic strategist who served as Newsom’s chief of staff and reported that the case included bank and wire fraud allegations connected to activity from 2022 to 2024. CalMatters also reported that prosecutors alleged Williamson claimed more than $1.7 million in fraudulent business expenses on her taxes. The alleged personal spending included luxury items, private travel, and a costly birthday trip. That context is why the Podesta wire report is politically explosive. It is tied to a corruption case reaching into the highest levels of California Democratic politics, not a minor Capitol rumor. California Globe previously reported that Podesta was tied to the Co-Conspirator 2 and Company B references in the Williamson case. The outlet walked through Podesta’s state-government background, including her service as Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency secretary and her Newsom appointment to the State Compensation Insurance Fund board. California Globe also noted reporting that Podesta’s attorney said she was cooperating. Again, the key point is cooperation and insider status, not a criminal charge against Podesta. That background helps explain why the wire allegation hit Sacramento so hard. It places the alleged FBI cooperation inside the same small circle of consultants, appointees, campaign veterans, and state power players who have moved around California Democratic politics for years. Newsom has not been charged in this case either. What has been produced so far is a stack of federal fraud and tax guilty pleas around operatives inside California’s Democratic power structure. And now a Newsom appointee is reportedly the one who was wearing the wire, going back to a date when the current retaliation narrative does not fit. This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport. View the original article here. The post BREAKING: Gavin Newsom Appointee Wore Wire In FBI Corruption Probe appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

After four years of trying to convince Americans not to believe their lying eyes about Joe Biden’s obvious cognitive decline, Democrats have apparently become experts at diagnosing presidential illnesses now that President Donald Trump is back in office.  Just days ago, a sitting Democrat lawmaker gave credence to the unsubstantiated claim that the president is suffering from a terminal illness: .@RepTedLieu suggests Trump cancelled Housing bill because he got a special new drug for a terminal illness: "The White House needs to come clean…Did Donald Trump get this special drug? pic.twitter.com/ug6tlsSEwr — CSPAN (@cspan) June 24, 2026   The Hill reported on a more recent continuation of the trend: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) on Tuesday accused President Trump of “suffering from dementia.” Pritzker appeared on CNN, where anchor Kaitlan Collins asked the governor about recent comments made by the president, like claiming communism is a bigger threat to the U.S. than both world wars, the attack on Pearl Harbor and the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. “Look, the man is continually suffering from dementia,” Pritzker replied. “I don’t think he really understands what he’s saying. The truth is that — I mean, this is a man who’s threatened to jail the mayor of Chicago, the governor of Illinois. He regularly threatens to go after people and indeed, has used the Department of Justice to go after people.” He added that Trump comes up with “concepts in his head, and he blurts them out without really thinking.” In response, White House spokesperson Davis Ingle called Pritzker “a slob and an incompetent governor who pushes blatantly false narratives like this in a desperate attempt to stay relevant.”   The dementia claim is particularly rich in light of the Biden years, and the White House was hardly alone in calling out Pritzker’s rhetoric:   Coming from the same individual who defended Biden's mental acuity. — PhilBerardelli (@PhilBerardelli) July 1, 2026 Trump is seen every day twice a day by the public. Only the hardcore Democrats believe he's slipping — Observe, Orient, Decide, Act (@Skoorbekim) July 2, 2026 But, can a man suffering from acute TDS speak rationally and reasonably? NO.And Pritzker has been diagnosed as having acute TDS leading to bipolar disorder. — bonedgehou (@bonchihe) July 1, 2026 Fox News also covered the governor’s remarks: The White House also defended Trump’s health, telling Fox News Digital in part: “Unlike the Biden White House, President Trump and his entire team have been fully open and transparent about the President’s health, which remains exceptional.” Trump recently reupped warnings of socialism’s growing influence within the Democratic Party after several socialist candidates secured primary victories, indicating an increasing acceptance of the far-left movement within the party. All three congressional candidates endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani – Brad Lander, Claire Valdez and Darializa Avila Chevalie – won their respective Democratic primaries. Here’s some additional commentary:     What are your thoughts? TAP HERE TO ADD YOUR VOTE This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport. View the original article here. The post White House Blasts ‘Slob’ Gov. Pritzker For Trying To Diagnose President Trump appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.