Democratic Maine Senate candidate Troy Jackson responded to allegations that he fathered children with his second cousin. Democrats Replace Graham Platner, Then A Family Revelation Hits Their New Nominee "We can confirm that Troy Jackson and his longtime partner are second cousins," The Maine Wire stated earlier this week. "They have two children together," it added. RELATIVE ATTRACTION: We can confirm that Troy Jackson and his longtime partner are second cousins. They have two children together https://t.co/L9i3ALy7Wt pic.twitter.com/OvtA6PVOrC — The Maine Wire (@TheMaineWire) July 30, 2026 "Troy Jackson is pushing back after reports revealed he fathered two children with his second cousin. The Maine Democratic Senate candidate, who replaced Graham Platner, called the allegations against his family 'shameful' and 'desperate,'" Fox News wrote. "New reporting on 'newly uncovered family records' says the connection was confirmed through genealogy records and other public documents. The report found Jackson and his longtime partner, Lana Pelletier — with whom he has two adult sons — share the same great-grandparents, making them second cousins," it continued. "Susan Collins will do anything to distract from the fact that she votes with Trump 96% of the time and has sold out working people in Maine. Personal attacks on Troy's family are shameful and desperate," his campaign said in a statement to Fox News Digital. Troy Jackson is pushing back after reports revealed he fathered two children with his second cousin. The Maine Democratic Senate candidate, who replaced Graham Platner, called the allegations against his family "shameful" and "desperate." New reporting on "newly uncovered… pic.twitter.com/0cAcoDj4ts — Fox News (@FoxNews) July 31, 2026 Fox News shared further: The report pointed out that the relationship is not uncommon in northern rural Maine, where Jackson is from, and that it is not illegal, but many on social media reacted with shock and criticism. "Can’t wait for Democrats to defend cousin marriage!," Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., posted on X. "If you thought Platner was a freak - meet Troy Jackson," former White House press secretary Sean Spicer posted on X. " WTF?! Maine’s new Democratic Senate candidate Troy Jackson is in a ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIP with his COUSIN, and has TWO CHILDREN with her. THIS is the guy the Democrat Party swapped Graham Platner out for," conservative influencer Nick Sortor posted on X. "The Democrats are having a REALLY tough time finding candidates who aren’t total freaks," Sortor added. "Troy Jackson's 'partner' is his second cousin, according to genealogical records found in Maine. Which means his kids are also his third cousins. Who said Democrats were anti-family?" Drew Berkemeyer, a writer for the Daily Wire, posted on X. In a post on X, Independent Women's Forum Senior Policy Analyst Inez Stepman wrote, "*Second* cousins seem like relevant information here. But it is funny that Dems keep selecting candidates who fit the vicious stereotypes they hold about rural or working-class people: beats women, hooks up with cousin, etc." Meanwhile, Jackson launched his first ad in his campaign against Collins on Saturday. "I’m a fifth-generation logger and the son of a public school teacher. My dad worked 16-hour days, and it still wasn’t enough," Jackson wrote. "Susan Collins didn’t stand up for working people then—and she certainly isn’t standing up for Mainers now," he added. Watch below: I’m a fifth-generation logger and the son of a public school teacher. My dad worked 16-hour days, and it still wasn’t enough. Susan Collins didn’t stand up for working people then—and she certainly isn’t standing up for Mainers now. Watch our first ad: pic.twitter.com/5QA2cLpOJN — Troy Jackson (@TroyJackson207) August 1, 2026 More from the New York Post: While Jackson, a onetime logger and the former president of the Maine State Senate, has described Pelletier as his wife in the past, locals tell Robinson the couple has never been legally married. Jackson grew up in the village of Allagash (population 237 as of the 2020 census) and attended nearby Fort Kent High School with Pelletier. According to geneological records unearthed by Robinson, Jackson’s maternal grandmother — Albertine Pelletier O’Leary — and Pelletier’s paternal grandfather — Louis A. Pelletier Sr. — were siblings, making Jackson’s mother, Colleen McBreairty, and Pelletier’s father, Louis Jr., first cousins. Since 1985, Maine law has prohibited marriages to an individual’s parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces, nephews, aunts, or uncles. The law initially banned first cousin marriage, but an amendment passed two years later allows such unions if the would-be betrothed present a certificate of genetic counseling signed by a phyisician certifying their potential children have an acceptably low risk of physical deformity or cognitive impairment. The post Democrat Senate Candidate Responds To Reports He Fathered Children With Second Cousin appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

The more I learn about DMSO the more I am starting to think it is truly a miracle compound. Have you heard of it before? For decades, the pharmaceutical industry and its enablers in the FDA, CDC, and mainstream medicine have systematically suppressed the truth about DMSO (Dimethyl Sulfoxide)—a powerful, natural compound extracted from trees that holds the key to tissue regeneration, cancer remission, inflammation reversal, and chronic pain relief. Article by Mike Adams, republished with permission from Naturalnews.com DMSO is one of the most well-researched yet censored substances in modern medicine, with over 11,000 scientific studies documenting its therapeutic potential since the 1960s. Yet Big Pharma buried it under a mountain of false “safety concerns” because it cannot be patented, and worse—it threatens the profitability of toxic chemotherapy, opioids, and synthetic pharmaceuticals. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on this forbidden cure, exposing how DMSO (alongside nature’s other hidden remedies like fenbendazole and therapeutic peptides) hold the potential to: Reverse cancer (including cervical, prostate, and breast tumors). Regrow some nerves, potentially heal spinal cord injuries, and restore damaged organs. Eliminate chronic pain (without opioids or surgery). Detoxify heavy metals and spike protein fragments lodged in tissues. Supercharge cellular signaling to activate the body’s innate healing power. (Disclaimer: The following is based on decades of research and clinical observations. Always consult a holistic physician before use.) How DMSO works: The science of miraculous healing 1. The Ultimate Cellular “Trojan Horse” DMSO is a polar solvent—meaning it can dissolve and transport both water-soluble and fat-soluble compounds deep into tissues. When applied topically or taken orally, it: Penetrates cell membranes instantly, carrying healing compounds (like curcumin, herbs, or peptides) directly into cells. Breaks the blood-brain barrier, delivering nutrients and detox agents (like glutathione) to the brain. Resets cellular voltage by restoring the body’s bioelectric signaling (as proven by Dr. Robert Becker in The Body Electric). Case Study: A 2014 study in Cancer Letters found that DMSO combined with hematoxylin (a plant dye) induced complete remission in cervical cancer patients by forcing apoptosis (cancer cell suicide). Yet this research was buried because it threatened the chemo-radiation industrial complex that profits from ongoing cancer. 2. Pain Relief Without Opioids DMSO is a potent anti-inflammatory that works by: Annihilating Free Radicals & Oxidative Stress (The Root of Chronic Pain) Unlike Big Pharma’s chemical band-aids (NSAIDs, steroids), DMSO is a potent antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals, reducing the oxidative stress driving inflammation, arthritis, and even neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. Dissolving Calcified Scar Tissue—Reversing Stiff, Painful Joints Naturally Stiff shoulders, frozen joints, and arthritic pain are often caused by calcification—an accumulation of hardened scar tissue. DMSO dissolves these deposits, restoring flexibility and function without surgery. Blocks Substance P—Shuts Off Pain Like a Switch Substance P is the neurotransmitter that screams “PAIN!” to your brain. DMSO shuts it down, offering near-instant relief for sports injuries, nerve pain, and arthritis—without addiction or side effects. Veterinarians and sports doctors have secretly used DMSO for decades to treat racehorses, athletes, and chronic pain patients—all without side effects. Yet the FDA restricts its use in humans, despite allowing toxic opioids to flood the market, generating billions in profits for Big Pharma. Get DMSO on Amazon here: 3. Nerve Regeneration and Organ Repair The most stunning application of DMSO is its ability to reactivate the body’s regenerative potential. Just as lizards regrow severed tails and human livers regenerate, DMSO stimulates stem cells and neuroplasticity by: Delivering topical peptides (like BPC-157 or thymosin beta-4) to damaged nerves. Triggering photonic signaling (light-based cellular communication) to rebuild tissues. Combining with essential oils such as Helichrysum—another powerful regenerative compound documented to heal severe nerve damage (I used this combo to regrow my own index finger after it was nearly severed in a ranching accident). DMSO—The Cancer Tumor Dissolver & Immune System Warrior Big Pharma doesn’t want you to know: DMSO has been studied for decades as an anti-cancer agent due to its ability to: Penetrate tumors and enhance delivery of anti-cancer molecules such as hematoxylin (while reducing chemo’s brutal side effects). Starve cancer cells by disrupting their glucose metabolism and cutting them off from the body’s blood supply. Boost immune function, helping the body recognize and destroy malignant cells. Yet the FDA ignores the research while approving deadly chemo drugs that bankrupt patients and destroy their bodies. Why Are Vets & Coaches Using DMSO—But Your Doctor Isn’t? While the FDA censors DMSO for human use (despite approving it for bladder inflammation), insiders have relied on it for decades: Racehorse trainers use it to speed muscle recovery. Pro athletes treat injuries with topical DMSO to heal fractures, sprains, and tears in days, not months. Veterinarians apply it on animals because it works without poisoning the liver like NSAIDs. The medical-industrial complex would rather push dangerous opioids (which kill thousands) than allow access to a safe, natural, and dirt-cheap healing liquid like DMSO to be readily available to the public. GET DMSO HERE The great DMSO cover-up In the 1960s, DMSO was on track to become Big Pharma’s worst nightmare: A Journal of Oncology study proved it shrank tumors. Dr. Stanley Jacob (U. of Oregon) used it to treat spinal cord injuries. NFL teams and Olympians used it for rapid recovery from injuries. Then the FDA launched a smear campaign, claiming (falsely) that DMSO caused eye damage in rabbits (later debunked). The real reason for this attack? DMSO outperformed chemo, painkillers, and steroids at a fraction of the cost. Today, Big Pharma still suppresses DMSO by: Blocking clinical trials for cancer and Alzheimer’s applications. Making sure doctors don’t know anything about DMSO, so they can’t tell patients about its miraculous properties. Pushing synthetic alternatives with deadly side effects that addict patients on high-profit opioids. The truth, in summary: DMSO is non-toxic, non-addictive, and effective for: Spinal cord injuries (studies show it reduces swelling and nerve damage). Stroke and brain trauma (by reducing oxidative damage). Burns, ulcers, and skin lesions (speeding healing by 300%). Many cancers such as cervical cancer where it provides a permanent cure, not just “remission.” Yet the FDA protects the opioid racket—while attacking natural medicine… all in order to protect the profits of Big Pharma. Get DMSO on Amazon here: How to use DMSO safely Do your own research. This is not medical advice. But use these ideas as starters for your ongoing research and your conversations with your naturopathic physician: 1. For Cancer and Tumors Mix DMSO + hematoxylin dye (or consider researching phycocyanins from spirulina) and apply topically to penetrate the tissue and kill cancer cells. Also read this MidwesternDoctor.com story about DMSO. Learn about fenbendazole (a potent anti-parasitic with anti-cancer properties) and ivermectin (studied for tumor suppression) as complementary therapies. 2. For Tissue Regeneration and Nerve Repair Research DMSO + Helichrysum oil (applied to injured area) for tissue regeneration. Research DMSO + BPC-157 peptide (a healing peptide that repairs tendons and nerves). 3. For Chronic Pain/Arthritis Research DMSO / aloe solutions at 70% / 30% for use on joints. Consider adding a very tiny amount of magnesium oil (just a drop or two) or MSM flakes for enhanced absorption and to drive MSM into your tissues and joints. WARNINGS: Avoid scented DMSO products (fragrance chemicals = cancer risk). Most DMSO product combinations sold online are filled with fragrance chemicals which can actually promote cancer. Don’t apply DMSO on your skin if you already have fragrance products, lotions, laundry detergents or other toxic chemical products on your skin. The DMSO will drive the toxins into your tissues. Always test for allergies or skin reactions first (apply to a small patch of your skin). Check with your naturopathic physician for guidance. The future of healing is here The human body already knows how to heal itself—it just needs the right signals (light, electricity, and natural compounds like DMSO). While Big Pharma pushes toxic drugs and depopulation jabs, the real cures are hiding in plain sight. Did you know that: Pig bladder stem cells can regrow human teeth. Fenbendazole, ivermectin and DMSO are crushing cancers worldwide. Phycocyanin from spirulina destroys pancreatic cancer tumors (micro-injection research in Japan). Infrared light + peptides assist with longevity and so-called “anti-aging.” Next Steps: Find a trusted source of DMSO. We cannot sell it for regulatory reasons. Currently we cannot recommend a DMSO brand, but we will be evaluating different DMSO brands and making recommendations based on what we find. Join the Free Speech Health Movement at Brighteon.com and Brighteon.social. The War on Natural Healing ends when we fight back with truth. God’s pharmacy wins. (Yes, DMSO comes from nature.) P.S. Enoch, our AI knowledge engine, will soon be free to the public at Brighteon.AI—with uncensored research on DMSO, peptides, and banned cancer cures. Stay tuned! 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We watched as the medical establishment put the biopharmaceutical complex’s bottom line above the health and well-being of the American people. Sadly, greed in medicine isn’t new and it isn’t restricted just to pandemic responses. Indeed, greed is often the primary motivation for much of our medical establishment’s response to almost every single healthcare challenge we face. This is certainly the case when it comes to the fight against cancer: A recent study in the journal Cancer takes a closer look at the impact of cancer drug prices on pharma revenues. Dr. Daniel Meyers at the University of Calgary and colleagues looked at the total revenue generated by ten large pharmaceutical companies from 2010 to 2019, and compared the revenue from cancer and non-cancer drugs. They found that sales from cancer drugs are becoming an increasingly important part of pharmaceutical companies’ revenue. While the annual revenue generated by cancer drugs increased by 70% from 2010 to 2019, the revenue from non-cancer drugs decreased by 18%. In 2010, 14% of total revenue from these ten companies was from cancer drugs; in 2019, cancer drugs made up one quarter of revenue. Even worse, there is little correlation between the amount of money charged for these drugs and treatments and health outcomes: If we were getting vastly improved clinical outcomes for these expensive drugs, they might be worth the price. But in the US, the cost of cancer drugs is not correlated with clinical benefit, according to a study in The Lancet Oncology. And once the price of a drug goes above $100,000, it doesn’t matter how good the drug is — when people can’t afford it, they won’t take it. It should come as no surprise then, that big pharma and the medical establishment have absolutely no interest in pursuing low-cost treatments. 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It is your responsibility to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines regarding the purchase, possession, and use of prescription medications. Thank you for supporting businesses like the one presenting a sponsored message in this article and ordering through the links provided, which benefits WLTReport. We appreciate your support and the opportunity to keep you SAFE and HEALTHY!) What do you think? This is a Guest Post from our friends over at WLTReport. View the original article here. The post The Miraculous Healing Power of DMSO: Nature’s Forgotten Cure for Cancer, Pain, and Regeneration appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

A Democratic socialist on track for a six-figure seat in the New York State Assembly asked strangers to help cover his rent and groceries—then deleted the fundraiser when the request began attracting scrutiny. Brian Romero, the Democratic nominee for Assembly District 34 in Queens, was seeking $2,000 through GoFundMe. The job he is running for pays $142,000 a year. That contrast is not a talking point. It is the story. According to Fox News, the fundraiser said Romero needed help with rent and groceries while he transitioned out of his previous job and into the general-election campaign. It collected more than $1,000 from 13 donors before disappearing after the New York Post began asking questions. Romero said he did not keep the money and called the fundraiser a mistake. He told the Post that he had asked for help because he was between paychecks as he left his government job to campaign full time. The GoFundMe had set a $2,000 personal goal rather than a campaign target. By the time it was removed, 13 individual donations had pushed the total beyond the halfway mark. The appeal specifically cited rent and groceries while Romero moved between employment and campaigning. It disappeared only after press inquiries put the personal fundraising request beside the salary attached to the office he expects to hold. He also responded by arguing that the episode showed how many working people are struggling to pay rent—the same affordability crisis he says he wants to address in Albany. The report said Romero earned $106,469 last year and shares a $2,600-per-month apartment with his partner. It also said he faces no Republican opponent in November, making him heavily favored to take the Assembly seat and its $142,000 base salary. That makes the deleted appeal more than a random social-media embarrassment. It is a direct test of how a nearly certain incoming lawmaker handles money, donors and accountability before taking office. The timing sharpened the issue: the fundraiser came after Romero had won the Democratic primary and while he was campaigning without a Republican opponent. Donors were being asked to support someone already standing at the doorstep of a guaranteed six-figure public position. Here is Romero’s own response: The right-wing media thinks it’s a ‘gotcha’ that a working-class candidate has to face similar economic pressures as his neighbors and millions of New Yorkers. Unlike the corporate class that the Post loves to prop up, I live in the real world. Many of us struggle to pay rent, lack access to healthcare, and are spending less on food. That is precisely why I’m bringing the fight for a living wage, social housing, and universal healthcare to Albany. I know the struggle. And it’s why I am going to keep fighting like hell for us. — Brian Romero, MSW (@Brianr4NY) August 2, 2026 That defense deserves to be heard. It also does not erase the obvious question. If a candidate asking voters to trust him with public money cannot manage the ethics of asking supporters to cover his personal bills, why should taxpayers treat this as a minor lapse? Romero is no political newcomer stumbling into public life. His Victory Fund biography describes him as a longtime activist, social worker and legislative staffer who spent five years as chief of staff to Assemblywoman Jessica González-Rojas. It also says he has worked as a DEI consultant, taught at CUNY Hunter College and SUNY Stony Brook University, and belonged to both the Democratic Socialists of America and the Working Families Party. The profile lists the June 23 Democratic primary and November 3 general election, while presenting Romero as an experienced operator with years inside New York politics. His campaign résumé includes legislative strategy, public advocacy and coalition work—the exact background that should have made the boundary between campaign support and personal assistance obvious. He knew the request would reach political donors and supporters, far beyond a private circle of friends. In other words, he knows how campaigns, government and public scrutiny work. The $142,000 salary is confirmed in New York State Assembly records. The official legislative text states that each member receives $142,000 annually. The enacted budget reflects the same rate by appropriating $8.946 million for the salaries of 63 state senators—exactly $142,000 per member before any leadership allowance or other authorized payment. That is a higher base salary than members of Congress received until 2009 and more than many of Romero’s future constituents earn in two or three years. The position is public service, but it is hardly a vow of poverty. Romero is seeking one of the best-paid state legislative jobs in America, and the salary begins when he takes office. And the campaign has already benefited from taxpayer-backed support. A New York Public Campaign Finance Board report shows that “Brian for NY” was approved for $43,750 in public matching funds in April. A second board report recorded another $4,862 in June, bringing those two publicly documented disbursements to $48,612. The April 15 board document identifies the office as Assembly District 34 and names the registered committee as “Brian for NY.” It records the full $43,750 as public matching funds approved for disbursement at that board meeting, not as private campaign receipts or a projected future award. It lists Michael A. Favilla as treasurer, and the June 23 report repeats the same candidate and committee identifiers for the additional taxpayer-backed disbursement. Both payments were approved before Romero created the personal GoFundMe. The campaign’s public-financing relationship was already firmly established when he appealed to supporters for household help. The matching-funds system converts qualifying private contributions into taxpayer-backed campaign support. The money is restricted to campaign purposes and cannot legally become a candidate’s grocery or rent account. That distinction protects donors, taxpayers and candidates alike. It also means Romero’s political network was already receiving substantial public help while he separately asked individuals to solve a personal cash problem. No evidence suggests he diverted campaign funds for personal use. The concern is the judgment behind launching a second, personal collection from a politically cultivated audience. Public matching funds also multiply the stakes of donor trust. When taxpayers amplify campaign contributions, the candidate has an added duty to keep every financial appeal clear, disciplined and separate from household expenses. None of that money was Romero’s personal rent fund. Campaign and personal finances are legally separate, as they should be. But that is precisely why the GoFundMe matters. A candidate seeking public office has to draw bright lines. Supporters should know whether they are financing a campaign, donating to a personal emergency or being asked to subsidize the candidate’s lifestyle between jobs. Romero says he recognized the request was wrong and returned the money. That is better than doubling down or quietly pocketing it. Yet his political answer redirected the argument toward the economic system, using the deleted fundraiser to illustrate the pressures facing renters. That is a remarkably convenient escape hatch. Millions of New Yorkers struggle with rent and groceries. Most of them are not weeks away from a nearly guaranteed $142,000 government salary. Most do not have a campaign operation, public matching funds, political endorsements and a network of donors they can reach with a personal appeal. The episode also offers a small but useful preview of the governing instinct behind modern socialism. A personal shortfall becomes a collective obligation. A question about individual judgment becomes an indictment of the system. And the people asked to pay are told their payment proves why the politician’s agenda is necessary. Romero may well win in November. In a district with no Republican challenger, the fundraiser is unlikely to cost him the seat. But voters across the country should remember the sequence. First came the request for other people’s money. Then came the scrutiny. Then came the deletion. And finally came the explanation that the whole thing proved the socialist’s point. Albany may be getting exactly the kind of representative New York’s political machine keeps producing. The post Socialist Assembly Nominee Deletes GoFundMe Asking Strangers To Cover His Rent — The Job Pays $142,000 appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

Hunter Biden says his family is broke. Not cash-flow tight. Not temporarily overextended. Broke. That was the claim he made under oath while fighting a law firm that says he owes $17 million for years of criminal defense, congressional investigations and lawsuits against his critics. It is a stunning financial coda for a family whose name opened doors from Washington to Hollywood, Wall Street and foreign corporate boardrooms. According to Fox News, the statement appears in a recently released deposition transcript from Hunter Biden’s dispute with Winston Taylor, a law firm with ties to prominent Democrats. The firm says Hunter owes $17 million. Hunter’s position is that the lawyers knew he could not pay and agreed they would eventually “work something out.” The legal work allegedly covered Hunter’s criminal prosecutions, congressional investigations and defamation lawsuits against his critics. The deposition took place in February, but Hunter’s new lawyers released the transcript only in recent days. Hunter testified that he owns no car, no phone, no stocks, no bonds and no savings accounts. The only property of possible value he identified was his own artwork, whose value he said he did not know. Winston Taylor says it tried to connect him with Democratic donors who could help cover the bill. Hunter contends the firm accepted the representation with full knowledge that he lacked the money to pay its fees. Fox News Politics highlighted the remarkable testimony: Hunter Biden claims under oath that his family is essentially broke and that he has virtually no assets — no car, no phone, no stocks, no savings — as a law firm sues him for $17 million in unpaid legal fees from his criminal defense, congressional investigations and defamation suits. The only assets he claims to possess: paintings he made himself. His father, meanwhile, left the White House with personal debt and has struggled to book paid speaking engagements, a common cash source for former presidents. The firm Winston Taylor says it tried to connect Biden with Democratic donors to help cover his bills. Biden argues they knew he couldn’t pay when they took him on as a client. — Fox News Politics (@foxnewspolitics) August 1, 2026 Hunter described himself as essentially asset-free. He said he owns no car, no phone, no stocks, no bonds and no savings accounts. The only property of potential value he identified was his own artwork—and even there, he said he did not know what the paintings were worth. He also insisted the bill is not his family’s debt. That last point is legally sensible. A son’s lawyers cannot simply send a $17 million invoice to his father, his stepmother or the rest of the family. Politically and culturally, however, the “my family doesn’t have any money” claim is hard to separate from everything Americans were told for years. Hunter Biden was paid a seven-figure salary while serving on the board of Ukrainian energy company Burisma. He sold paintings for large sums despite having no established career in the art world. His memoir produced an advance. His surname delivered access that ordinary Americans could not buy at any price. Now, when the lawyers want to be paid, the cupboard is supposedly bare. Fox reported that Winston Taylor says it tried to connect Hunter with donors in the Democratic financial network who could help cover his bills. Hunter argues the firm understood his financial condition when it took the work and cannot now pretend the risk was a surprise. That dispute will turn on contracts, communications and evidence—not on anyone’s political opinion. Still, the numbers expose the extraordinary scale of the legal machinery built around the former president’s son. Seventeen million dollars is not the tab for one routine court appearance. The firm says the balance covers work related to criminal prosecutions, congressional inquiries and defamation litigation. Hunter faced federal gun and tax cases before receiving a sweeping pardon from his father in December 2024. He also pursued civil claims against several people who amplified or used material attributed to his abandoned laptop. One of those cases produced a judgment—but not necessarily a check. Fox noted that Hunter won a $1.7 million award in July in his defamation case against former Overstock CEO Patrick Byrne. Winston Taylor is seeking a lien against that judgment, while collecting from Byrne may be complicated because he is reportedly overseas. So even Hunter’s courtroom win has become part of the fight over who gets paid first. The broader family finances do not sound comfortable either. Fox cited reporting that former President Joe Biden left office carrying roughly $800,000 in personal debt and has struggled to secure the kind of lucrative speaking opportunities that made previous presidents wealthy. At the same time, Joe Biden reportedly receives more than $400,000 annually in government pensions. More than $400,000 in annual pension income sits far above the financial reality of most American families. That pension cannot absorb a $17 million demand, but “cannot pay Hunter’s bill” is a very different claim from “the family has no money.” This is what makes the deposition so revealing. For years, the Biden operation moved through a world where introductions, legal help, public-relations support and major financial opportunities appeared whenever needed. The family name functioned like an asset even when no one put it on a balance sheet. But influence is not cash, and relationships are not collateral. When the presidency ended, Hunter’s pardon removed the threat of federal punishment. It did not erase the private bills accumulated along the way. Now the lawyers who helped him navigate the investigations want their money, and the president’s son says there is nothing left to take. Maybe the contracts support Hunter’s version. Maybe they support the firm’s. The courts can sort that out. But Americans are entitled to notice the final irony. The family that spent years insisting its overseas connections and political access were ordinary business now says the business produced no lasting wealth. Hunter Biden’s defense is not that the bill is small. It is that the Biden name has finally stopped paying. The post Hunter Biden Says His Family Is Broke — As His Former Lawyers Chase A $17 Million Bill appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced on Friday that her administration “restored the right to vote for 66,085 Virginians who were formerly incarcerated.” “Virginia is one of three states with a constitution that permanently disenfranchises citizens with past felony convictions — leaving restoration of rights entirely to the Governor’s discretion. The civil rights restored by Governor Spanberger include the right to vote, serve on a jury, run for public office, and become a notary public,” a press release from Spanberger’s office read. “Until 2022, Virginia Governors of both parties worked to streamline the restoration of rights for Virginians. While Governor Youngkin inherited a streamlined system, his administration gutted that process. Upon taking office, the Spanberger Administration reestablished processes to both review applications and proactively identify — and restore the rights of — Virginians who have lost their right to vote,” it continued. 66,000 'Virginians' Just Sneakily Got Voting Rights – Here's What Democrats Aren't Telling Youhttps://t.co/OLHaebYca3 — RedState (@RedState) July 31, 2026 Virginia Mercury shared further: Republican Gov. Bob McDonnell began expanding restorations, a policy later accelerated by Democratic Govs. Terry McAuliffe and Ralph Northam. McAuliffe restored the rights to more than 173,000 people during his term, while Northam restored the rights to more than 126,000. But in 2016, the Supreme Court of Virginia struck down executive orders from McAuliffe that sought to broadly restore civil rights to approximately 206,000 people who had completed their prison sentences and supervised release. The court ruled that governors must consider each case individually rather than issue blanket restorations. Youngkin later eliminated the state’s streamlined process, requiring people with felony convictions to apply individually to regain their rights. Although his administration said every application would receive an individualized review, Democrats and voting rights advocates criticized the pace of restorations and the lack of publicly disclosed criteria. Spanberger’s administration said it has restored both the application review process and proactive outreach to identify eligible Virginians. Officials also removed questions added during the Youngkin era that they described as “unnecessary.” Secretary of the Commonwealth Candi Mundon King said her office reviews every restoration individually while working with law enforcement agencies to verify eligibility. “The right to vote is foundational to who we are as Americans. As a Member of Congress, as a candidate for Governor, and in the months since I took office, I have heard from many Virginians who have shared their personal stories of redemption with me — and heartfelt reflections of the moment their voting rights were restored by previous Governors,” said Spanberger. “I’m proud that — after contending with my predecessor’s efforts to deny Virginians their fundamental rights — we have restored the rights of more than 66,000 Virginians who have served their time. These Virginians deserve the right to use their vote, make their voices heard, and be recognized as contributing citizens to our Commonwealth and country,” she added. NEW: Since taking office, we have restored the right to vote for more than 66,000 Virginians who served their time. Voting is foundational to who we are as Americans. These Virginians deserve to make their voices heard and take hold of their second chance.… — Governor Abigail Spanberger (@GovernorVA) July 31, 2026 WUSA9 noted: According to non-profit organization The Sentencing Project, that reversal led to a year-over-year decline in rights restorations from 2022 to 2025. Virginia is one of only three states whose constitutions permanently bar former felons from voting, along with Kentucky and Mississippi. This November, Virginians will consider a ballot measure which would automatically restore those rights without the need for gubernatorial approval. Governor Spanberger calls the current law “a shameful relic of our Jim Crow past.” The post Voting Rights For Over 66,000 Formerly Incarcerated Individuals Restored By Democrat Governor appeared first on 100PercentFedUp.com.