WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump’s Education Department is investigating the University of California at Berkeley for allegedly failing to properly report hundreds of millions of dollars in foreign funding, The Daily Wire has learned. The Education Department sent a notice of investigation and records requests to UC Berkeley on Friday, senior Education Department officials shared Friday morning. The notification came amid widespread media reports that Berkeley has received a substantial amount of money from foreign governments, the official said, specifically China. These substantial amounts of money have not been reported to the department as required by law under Section 117’s Foreign Funding Disclosure Requirements for Universities, one official shared. The department is concerned about the university’s deep involvements with Chinese entities, particularly how it has shared the development and transfer of important technologies with China. “They’ll have 30 days to respond with the records that we requested,” an Education Department official said, “and so we hope to have quite a volume of records and we’ll be able to verify the degree to which UC Berkeley is or is not compliant after our examination of those records.” Close-up of metalwork on Sather Gate, the iconic entrance gate to the campus of UC Berkeley in downtown Berkeley, California, October 9, 2018. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images) Berkeley did not immediately respond to a request for comment from The Daily Wire.

Former Rep. George Santos (R-NY), who was expelled from Congress last year after extensive fraud revelations, received a hefty 87-month prison term on Friday. Santos, 36, pleaded guilty last year to committing wire fraud and aggravated identity theft while also admitting he “filed fraudulent FEC reports, embezzled funds from campaign donors, charged credit cards without authorization, stole identities, obtained unemployment benefits through fraud, and lied in reports to the House of Representatives,” per a Department of Justice press release. As U.S. District Judge Joanna Seybert handed down the sentencing, Santos could be seen putting his hands over his head in apparent disbelief, The Wall Street Journal reported. Despite Santos saying in a Monday letter to the presiding judge that he “accepted full responsibility” for his crimes and was “profoundly sorry” for his actions, John J. Durham, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York under President Donald Trump’s DOJ, had pushed for an 87-month sentence, characterizing Santos as “unrepentant,” and “blamed his circumstances on misplaced trust in others,” per The Wall Street Journal. Judge Seybert reportedly concurred with this sentiment, saying at the sentencing, “Where’s the remorse? Where do I see it?” After his expulsion from Congress, Santos attempted to monetize his notoriety, likely in an attempt to pay the $375,000 in restitution, through personalized videos on Cameo and launching a podcast aptly titled “Pants on Fire” – a possible reference to his numerous falsehoods about his education, work history, and personal background, according to The New York Times. Santos was making “twice his congressional salary” through the personalized video platform, according to The Times, with the former congressman pushing a “last week on Cameo” promotion in a last-ditch effort to raise money before his sentencing. Durham argued in a supplemental court memo that Santos’ recent social media posts claiming he is a “scapegoat” and a victim of DOJ overreach and selective prosecution “suggested he had little remorse for his actions.” “His actions speak louder than any words, and they cry out for a significant carceral sentence in this case,” the U.S. attorney said. Hi my name is George Santos and the DOJ has had a hard on for me since December of 2022. I refuse to let them break me or my spirit and that makes them big Mad… they have used elaborate language to drag me and hinder my ability to earn income… Long story short, I will NOT… — Pants On Fire with George Santos (@MrSantosNY) April 5, 2025 Santos’ dramatic fall began shortly after his 2022 election victory when it was revealed that he had fabricated much of his background, such as graduating from Baruch College, working for Goldman Sachs and Citigroup, and even playing collegiate volleyball. “I didn’t graduate from any institution of higher learning. I’m embarrassed and sorry for having embellished my resume,” Santos admitted in 2023, adding, “I own up to that. … We do stupid things in life.” Santos was expelled from the House of Representatives after fellow Republicans led the charge following a bipartisan House Ethics Committee report, which found that he had stolen hundreds of thousands of dollars from donors. Some funds were reportedly spent on luxury goods, OnlyFans, and Botox. His attorneys had requested the minimum 24-month sentence, arguing that his actions “stemmed largely from a misguided desperation related to his political campaign, rather than inherent malice,” according to The New York Times, with the judge ultimately accepting the prosecution’s recommended sentence.

NewsNation host Chris Cuomo blasted Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) during a Thursday broadcast, warning Democrats not to get behind her as she tours the country with Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) — and appears ready to potentially mount a presidential campaign in 2028. Cuomo, in addition to criticizing Ocasio-Cortez’ thin Congressional resume, referred to the Bronx native as an “80/20 loser” whose only real accomplishments can be measured in social media “likes.” WATCH: ?NEW: @ChrisCuomo WARNS Dems it's foolish to elevate "socialist" AOC as top presidential contender? "AOC has done nothing meaningful in Congress. She's done it all on social media. And she's one of your leading names and who's going to be president? … She's an 80/20 loser… pic.twitter.com/nwO2K3ghcn — Jason Cohen ?? (@JasonJournoDC) April 24, 2025 “AOC has done nothing meaningful in Congress. She’s done it all on social media,” Cuomo began. “And she’s one of your leading names and who’s going to be president?” “Do you not get this concept of 80/20? She’s an 80/20 loser all day long,” Cuomo continued, suggesting that on most major issues that Americans cared about, Ocasio-Cortez would side with 20% while 80% sided against her. “Why? She is clearly catering to a minority. She’s her own version of MAGA. She’s looking for an outraged enclave.” “She’s not about the majority, she’s not about consensus. She’s not about solutions,” he concluded. “She wants government to give you everything. She’s a socialist in a capitalist society. What are you thinking!?” A number of people have suggested that Ocasio-Cortez is likely to mount a primary challenge against Senator Chuck Schumer (D-NY) — and Schumer’s recent poll numbers, according to CNN chief data analyst Harry Enten, have many wondering whether he could withstand such a battle. “They simply don’t like the job he’s doing as Senate leader. I mean, look at this — should Schumer stay as Senate leader? Again, according to New York Democrats, just 50% say yes. Look at this number — 48% say no,” Enten said. “This screams — sirens should be going off. Primary challenge. Primary challenge. Primary challenge. When you’re a Democrat in New York and these are your ratings — this is a big wake-up call if you’re Chuck Schumer.” But others have suggested that the New York Congresswoman might be plotting a much bigger move: She's running for president.pic.twitter.com/nWbnbnn0Ar — Michael Knowles (@michaeljknowles) April 24, 2025 She’s going to run and her message of economic populism is more powerful than people are giving her credit for. https://t.co/izAoGvR70y — Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain) April 24, 2025 Since we all seem to agree that AOC is running in 2028, I want to start the clock on the inevitable "she's always been a moderate" reform tour that she's already laying the groundwork for by being absent from a lot of the squad's bullshit these days. https://t.co/1O2nLFfHZi — Noam Blum (@neontaster) April 25, 2025 I am telling you…she is running and she is going to be more formidable than some Democrats seem to think https://t.co/rifJTFv2Ns — Chris Cillizza (@ChrisCillizza) April 24, 2025 Also, she's running. Notice how she's shifting from intersectional divisiveness to progressive economics. And if Republicans underestimate her they're making a crucial mistake. If the economy craters, she's the likely frontrunner to be president in 2028. — Ben Shapiro (@benshapiro) April 25, 2025

Maxx Raser is almost 12 now and continues his mission to be kind. When he turned ten in 2023, Maxx heard about Bryan Tsiliacos, who had vowed to complete 30 acts of kindness to commemorate his 30th birthday. Maxx liked the idea and promised to complete 10 acts of kindness to celebrate turning 10. Maxx began his mission of kindness while his mom documented it for him on Instagram. For the first of his 10 acts of kindness, Maxx donated 200 sandwiches to the MCF Homeless Shelter in San Francisco. Bryan heard about Maxx and joined the effort. Max went shopping, buying bread and sandwich meats. Once the sandwiches were complete, Maxx put them in coolers and set off to meet Bryan. The beginning of his journey was successful. Garvin Thomas of NBC Bay Area followed Maxx throughout all 10 acts of kindness. Image from Instagram. For the second of his 10 acts of kindness, Maxx organized a coat drive. He set a goal of collecting 150 coats for donation and ultimately collected 229. Working through One Warm Coat (OWC), Maxx added a special inspirational note to the recipient of each coat he collected. The coats Maxx collected were donated to four shelters in the Bay Area. As February rolled in, Maxx aimed to provide 200 Valentine’s bags for families through the Ronald McDonald House Charities in the Bay Area. RMHC works with families with sick children. Maxx enlisted help to assemble the bags from his hockey teammates, friends, and family. What a terrific way to spread some love. Image from Instagram. Maxx’s 10 Acts Of Kindness Make a Huge Impact Continuing with his fourth act of kindness, Maxx and several hockey teammates volunteered with Kids Against Hunger. The crew helped package food for the hungry, packaging 7,776 meals for shipment to Ukraine. Image from Instagram. For his fifth act of kindness, Maxx worked with Bombas to deliver socks to veterans at the VA Hospital in Livermore. While there, Maxx called out bingo numbers for the vets. Maxx’s sixth of 10 acts of kindness was a Dine-to-Donate at Gianni’s in San Ramon. When diners ate at the restaurant, 10 percent of sales and all tips were donated to the Wheelchair Foundation. Volunteer servers staffed the restaurant during the event. Maxx raised $1,025 for the Wheelchair Foundation at the dining event and $2,000 overall. The seventh act of kindness involved a shoreline cleanup project at Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline at Garretson Point. Maxx’s hockey team, family, and friends all contributed to the very successful beach cleanup. Image from Instagram. Next, a Stuffed Animal Adoption to benefit Golden Gate Lab Rescue. The animal rescue organization rescues and rehomes Labrador retrievers. Maxx dedicated this act of kindness in memory of his yellow Lab, Harley. He set a goal to raise $500, and they ended up with more than double, raising $1,150. Maxx also volunteered with the shelter to assist with their Christmas holiday adoption event. Winding Down The Year Of Kindness Working with the Rock Solid Foundation, Maxx embarked on his ninth act of kindness: building a playhouse for a child with cancer named Boden. During the building project, Maxx’s friends sold lemonade and took donations. Once the project was complete, they loaded it into a truck to deliver it to Boden. Image from Instagram. Maxx moved on to the last of his 10 acts of kindness by sponsoring a Pledges for Pucks fundraiser. Proceeds went to benefit the US Figure Skating Family Support Fund. Many remember the January 29, 2025, plane crash in Washington DC, that took the lives of several US figure skaters. Maxx and his hockey team held a puck shoot-off, shooting 67 pucks into the goal to honor the 67 lives lost in the crash. Maxx set his goal at 67 pledges at $1 per puck ($67 per pledge). Donors could pledge per puck or opt for a flat rate donation of any amount. He ended with 79 pledges and raised $4,587 for the families. Image from Instagram. Finishing his 10 acts of kindness, Maxx offered special thanks to his TriValley Hockey Club family. His teammates helped throughout the year and supported his efforts. NBC’s Garvin Thomas returned to interview Maxx again during his final act of kindness. Kristi Yamaguchi shared Maxx’s story on X (Twitter). We don’t think Maxx has finished being a hero. He had a phenomenal year performing his 10 acts of kindness, raising a lot of money for charities, and helping many people. You can learn more about Maxx on the Instagram page his mom set up for him. Please share. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here and here. The post Meet The Boy Who Vowed To Complete “10 Acts Of Kindness” By 10 Years Old appeared first on InspireMore.

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