While people from the United States find using the term “America” to refer to their country natural and logical, many outside the country view this usage as discriminatory or imperialist. Some argue that using “America” to refer to the US is correct because it is part of the country’s official name; others believe that “America” should include all the peoples of the American continent. This debate has arisen throughout US history, during which various names were proposed and used to pursue independence and later imperial interests.   Useful Terms Term Meaning in US Context Meaning in Latin American / Global Context America The United States (nation-state) The whole American continent(s) American Citizen of the United States Inhabitant of the Americas (North, Central, South) Americanized Something influenced by the US In Spanish, defined as “related to the US” US American Alternative term for US citizen More precise, sometimes used in academic and cultural debates   America: A Geographic and Geological Primer Photo of the symbol of the Olympic Games, representing a five-continent model. Source: Olympics   Although the modern understanding of the term “continent” might seem a relatively stable geographical concept, its definition is subject to some debate. From a geographical and geological perspective, continents are continuous masses of land, preferably separated by water and sometimes corresponding to tectonic plates. However, there are different continental models composed of various numbers of continents, which have been developed for specific cultural and historical reasons. For instance, in English-speaking countries, kids are taught that there are seven continents and that America is divided into North America and South America.   Conversely, in Latin American countries as well as European countries where Latin-descendant languages are spoken (e.g., French, Portuguese, Italian, Spanish), a six-continent model is more common. This model considers America a singular extension of mass (ignoring man-made divisions such as the Panama Canal). Moreover, in Latin American countries, the American continent is divided into three subregions: North America, Central America (sometimes including the Caribbean islands), and South America.   This is not only true in the Western hemisphere. Another example of such differing perspectives is seen in models defining Europe and Asia as a single continent (Eurasia) vs. others defining them as separate continents. Moreover, different international entities might use different models; for instance, the Olympic Games use a five-continent model, whereas the United Nations divides countries into six different continental regions.   Model Number of Continents America Defined As Common Regions Included English-speaking (school model) 7 Two separate continents: North America & South America North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, Antarctica Latin-speaking countries (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian) 6 One single continent: America America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania, Antarctica Olympic Games model 5 One continent: America America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania UN Statistical Division 6 regions America split into North America, Central America/Caribbean, South America Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania, Antarctica   Map of the American continent from a Spanish-speaking source by Abel Gil Lobo, 2021. Source: El Orden Mundial   Returning to the American continent, geologically, it is divided into two sections corresponding to two different geological plates: the North American and South American. This has been identified as one of the reasons the region is taught as a composition of two distinct continents in English-speaking countries. In contrast, from a cultural and historical perspective, the name America was given to the entire continent in the 16th century. The name was popularized in Europe by German cartographer Martin Waldseemüller, who created a world map called Universalis Cosmographia (Universal Cosmography), where he used the word to refer to the “new” lands that Amerigo Vespucci had “discovered” in 1502 (in contrast to Christopher Columbus, who thought that the lands he stumbled upon were part of India or the “West Indies”). Waldseemüller used the feminine variation of the name to continue the tradition of naming continents with female names in Latin-descendant languages: Europa, Asia, or Africa.   Map Universalis Cosmographia Secundum Ptholomaei Traditionem et Americi Vespucci Alioru que Lustrationes by Martin Waldseemüller, 1507. Source: Library of Congress   This new information about the existence of an unknown continent produced a great “cosmographic shock” in Europe. European geographers took on an important role as they, by drawing new maps, shaped a world divided into sections and created the idea of continents. America was then “invented,” and the world was reorganized not only geographically but also culturally.   History of the Names “America” and “United States of America” Cover of the US Articles of Confederation published in Williamsburg, 1777. Source: Library of Congress   At first glance, the name “United States of America” appears to simply be a literal description: a union of different states in a defined region of the American continent. However, one of the most common terms people in or from this region use to refer to their country is “America.” This begs the question: why do people call this single country “America” if this is also the name given to the entire continent? It is easy to recognize that using “America” to refer to a single country and “American” to refer to only the people who live or were born in the US ignores the 600 million other people living in this same region but outside that one country—who have many different nationalities and cultures.   Contrary to modern usage, the United States was not always recognized as just “America.” The name “United States of America” first appeared in the first draft of the Articles of Confederation on July 8, 1776, and was later formalized in the 1787 Constitution. It replaced the name “United Colonies,” which was how the US was referred to at that time. The phrase “United States of America” was used descriptively to refer to a geographical and political union of different states within the American continent and not as a proper noun, in contrast with other countries in the region after gaining independence, like Mexico or Venezuela. A more recent historical discovery indicates that the phrase “United States of America” was first coined by an anonymous writer in the Virginia Gazettes, a newspaper published in Williamsburg that documented the unfolding of the US Revolution.   Cover of the Virginia Gazette published by Clementina Rind in Williamsburg, 1774. Source: Encyclopedia Virginia   In a recent article entitled “When did the US start calling itself “America,” anyway?” Daniel Immerwahr, an associate professor at Northwestern University, explains the historical development of how and why the name “America” gained relevance in the US. After the country was officially named the United States of America, physician and naturalist Samuel Latham Mitchill complained about the struggles of using the name to refer to its nationals: “United States men?” He proposed Fredonia as a more universal term, while poet Philip Freneau proposed Columbia. This last name gained relevance in the republic as a symbolic separation from the British, from whom they had won independence in 1776. Many institutions then adopted the name to historically align with the independence movements that happened between 1770 and 1836 in other countries of the continent, especially Gran Colombia (Great Colombia), which became a political entity independent from Spanish rule in 1810. An example of this political and linguistic shift is how Columbia University changed its name after the US War of Independence in 1787.   Photo of protestors at Columbia University on April 29, 2024 by Stefan Jeremiah. Source: The Hill   Paradoxically, although the US was sympathetic towards the independence and sovereignty of its neighboring countries in the 18th century, by the early 20th century, the US had annexed Hawaii, the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and some Pacific islands after the war against the Spanish in 1898. The political alignment of the US then shifted toward becoming an imperial power, and the process of territorial expansion pushed the country to find a new name that illustrated the union of states and colonies more effectively. The name “America” gained popularity and was first legitimized by Theodore Roosevelt while giving a speech about their victory against the Spanish.   US residents had been called “Americans” since the 18th century when colonists born or settled in what was then the US territories used the word to distinguish themselves from the British. Moreover, the British spread the term widely, calling their enemies “Americans. Throughout the 20th century, the US signed treaties that referred to themselves as “Americans,” consolidating the meaning in the international landscape.   Proposed Name Advocate Reason / Context Fredonia Samuel Latham Mitchill Wanted a universal term for US nationals instead of “United States men.” Columbia Philip Freneau (poet) Symbolic separation from Britain; gained popularity after independence. Usonia / Usonian James Law (1903) To fairly distinguish US citizens from all other inhabitants of the Americas. United States of America First draft of Articles of Confederation (1776) Formal descriptive name for union of states.   Opposing View: Hearing From the Other Americans Book cover, “America for Americans, A History of Xenophobia in the United States” by Erika Lee, 2021. Source: AK Press   The wide use of the word “America” to refer only to the US has greatly influenced different sociopolitical debates. The appropriation of the word has been interpreted by some scholars as an imperialist tendency that nationalizes the name of a continent and excludes many other people from their concept of what “American” means and who “Americans” are. This appropriation extends to the United Nations, where US citizens are often called Americans, and to the Diccionario de la Real Academia Española RAE (Royal Spanish Academy Dictionary), where one of the definitions of Americano is “people from the US” and the definition of Americanizado (Americanized), “becoming something related to the US.” Even in other languages and countries, the words “America” and “American” are associated solely with the US, leaving little room for other spaces and communities also inhabiting the American continent.   However, claims about the misuse of the term “America” to refer to only the US aren’t new; they can be traced back to writer James Law, who in 1903 wrote that the people from the US had no right to use the title “America” to refer solely to themselves, as this was unfair to Canadians and Mexicans. He, in turn, proposed the word “Usonian.” However, it is within the Latin American context that the term “American” has been most widely contested, as it has been identified with historical US interests in imperialist expansion and military and economic intervention in different Latin American and Caribbean countries. Moreover, today, the association of the US with “America” has frequently been used with nationalistic, xenophobic, racist, and anti-immigrant intent: for instance, Ronald Reagan’s motto, later appropriated by Donald Trump, “Make America Great Again,” and right-wing aligned claims such as “Make America One Again” or “America for Americans.”   Photo of the Republican National Convention on July 21, 2016 by Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty Images. Source: The Intercept   Some have proposed using “US American” or “United Statian” as possible responses to this conflict. The first concept is more descriptive and refers to the people born in the US. While perhaps it doesn’t roll off the tongue, it is a proper noun found in the Merriam-Webster dictionary as a legitimate way to “refer to a native or inhabitant of the United States.”   If no effort is made to advocate for more accurate and culturally and historically sensitive terms to refer to the people in the US, there will always be confusion over having a term used to refer to both a single country and the entire continent. Furthering this confusion, the US is increasingly becoming a multicultural country that demands the recognition of people migrating from abroad and who, if coming from Canada, Latin America, or the Caribbean islands, could rightfully be considered “Americans” as well.   Bibliography   Lewis, M. W., & Wigen, K. (1997). The myth of continents: A critique of metageography. Univ of California Press.

  The Tang Dynasty of China lasted from 618 CE to 907 CE and was established by the Li family. This was after it seized power following the collapse of the Sui Dynasty. Considered to be a golden age of arts and culture, the era also saw the empire expand trade routes deep into Central Asia. Early Tang emperors extended their administrative control as far west as modern-day Afghanistan but balanced their aggression with alliances. Under the administration, the Silk Road became a safe and thriving corridor for international trade.   Through Military Expansion to Provide Security Portrait of Emperor Taizong of Tang on a Ming dynasty hanging scroll.   In the 7th century, the main obstacle to trade in East Asia was the lack of security. Bandits in the region had made journeys between continents perilous for caravans. In order to solve the problem, the Tang dynasty exerted control over the trade routes. Under Emperor Taizong who ruled from 626 AD to 649 CE, the military pushed west into the Tarim Basin in modern Xinjiang. It was during this time that the army was able to capture key oasis states along the route such as Turfan, Kucha, Khotan, and Kashgar.    The Tang army subsequently set up the Four Garrisons of Anxi in the captured areas in order to keep law and order. To the east, soldiers in watchtowers along the Hexi Corridor helped deter bandits and escorted travelers. The military bases soon turned into trading-hubs featuring barracks, stables, supply depots, and lookout posts. The system allowed small-scale merchants to benefit from safer travel.    By Requiring Documentation The empire in 661, when it reached its greatest extent.   While the military provided safety, the Chinese civil service created a somewhat reliable regulatory framework that enabled the dynasty to manage the routes like a state-run enterprise. At the Astana Tombs near Turfan, for instance, archaeologists have unearthed many official paper documents, including the guosuo. The guosuo was a travel pass that worked much like a passport.   To pass through checkpoints like the Yumen Pass, a merchant had to show the document. The guosuo provided details such as the name, age, and caravan size of the merchant. Some passes even described the appearance of a person such as the complexion and physical features such as a slight limp in order to prevent fraud. Without a guosuo, a merchant could be detained by officials. The system allowed the government to monitor the movement of goods and collect taxes.    Trading With Neighbors Main routes of the Silk Road on a relief map, with city and country names labeled.   The Tang Dynasty relied on a tribute system to enhance trade with neighbors who were often rivals, such as the Uighurs and Turks. While the exchanges were officially framed as foreign gifts to the emperor, they were in fact a form of official barter trade. Among the most common exchanges was trading Chinese silk for Central Asian horses. At the time, the Chinese military needed many horses for the cavalry while the nomadic tribes wanted silk. And so in the mid-8th century, agreements were made with groups like the Uighurs.   Records show that the Tang Dynasty often paid about 40 bolts of silk for one high-quality horse. It is estimated that in the 8th century, the Uighurs sent thousands of horses to China each year. By using silk to secure peace and buy horses, the Tang administration helped keep the Silk Road safe.    The Creation of Currency and a Money Transfer System The Kaiyuan Tongbao set the standard for the next thousand years of cast Chinese coinages until the early Republic of China.   In order to promote trade, the Tang administration created a standardized currency and introduced a government-run money transfer system. In 621, it created the Kaiyuan Tongbao, a round copper coin with a square hole. The coin was widely used across East Asia. Having a standard coin made trade easier because merchants did not always have to weigh silver or gold. However, copper coins were heavy, and a large transaction required cartloads of coins which were cumbersome to move and an easy target for thieves.   Later in the Tang era, the administration developed a system called feiqian or flying cash, that worked much like a modern-day money transfer system. A merchant would deposit cash at a government office in the capital and receive a paper certificate. He could then present the certificate in another province to get the money. The system allowed merchants to travel long distances without carrying heavy, risky loads of coins. Such paper-based financial systems enabled trade to grow despite the convenience limits of coins.

Trusted medical experts like Dr. Peter McCullough warned months ago that this year’s flu season would be one for the record books, in part because this year’s more virulent flu variant would not respond to the so-called “flu vaccine.” Dr. McCullough told Real America’s Voice: “This year’s dominant H3N2 strain is unlikely to respond well to the current flu vaccine formulation, despite millions of Americans receiving it.” Dr. McCullough was, unfortunately, absolutely correct. This year’s flu is more deadly, more virulent and the flu vaccine is doing almost nothing to stop its spread. And now the mainstream media is catching on. According to NBC News: Doctors’ visits for flu-like symptoms — fevers, sore throat, extreme fatigue and body aches — have hit the highest level in nearly 30 years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and are likely to continue to rise in the coming weeks. At least 5,000 people have died this season, including nine children. For the week ending Dec. 27, the CDC reported that nearly 1 in 10 outpatient visits nationwide — 8.2% — were for flu-like illnesses. That’s the highest logged since the CDC started tracking such visits in 1997. The flu has accounted for more than 11 million illnesses this season and 120,000 hospitalizations. Forty-five states are experiencing high to very high levels of flu activity. Symptoms are familiar—fever, chills, fatigue, cough, sore throat—but reports suggest they are more intense and longer-lasting than what many people are used to. Most frightening is that as bad as it is, it is likely to get worse: Because the latest data is from the week of Christmas, it doesn’t yet reflect illnesses caused by holiday travel and gatherings. “It’s still too soon to know what the impact of the holiday season is going to be on flu activity,” said Krista Kniss, an epidemiologist in the CDC’s influenza division. “We’re not anywhere close to being done.” THE KEY TO AVOIDING HOSPITILIZATION:  EARLY TREATMENT While trying to avoid the flu is important, the reality is that sometimes there is nothing you can do to prevent you from getting sick, that’s when early treatment becomes so important. Early treatment with prescription antivirals can shorten the length and severity of the flu and avoid dangerous hospitalizations or trips to the Emergency room. That’s why many families choose to keep The Wellness Company’s Contagion Emergency Kit on hand. It includes physician-prescribed antiviral options—including Tamiflu, when appropriate—so treatment can begin at the first sign of illness, not days later after pharmacy delays or packed urgent care visits. When flu hits hard, timing can make a real difference. ACT TODAY TO BE PREPARED! This winter isn’t about fear — it’s about being informed and prepared. Flu strains change Vaccine effectiveness varies Respiratory viruses surge during travel and indoor gatherings Be prepared for whatever this flu season brings and avoid the worst of it with early treatment via the Contagion Emergency Kit!  And save 10%! Here’s exactly how you do it… When you hit Checkout, look for this Box: Type in WLT and hit Enter and you’ll see it will instantly take 10% off your purchase price. Who loves ya baby? (Note: The information provided is intended for generalized informational purposes only and should not be considered personal medical advice or used as a substitute for professional healthcare guidance. 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 HEALTY!)

It’s clemency season. President Trump has granted clemency to the son of a Republican lawmaker. On Thursday of last week, Trump granted clemency to the son of Rep. Steve Womack. Rep. Steve Womack’s son, James Womack, was previously found guilty on federal charges of distributing meth. People reported more on Trump’s latest move: President Donald Trump has granted clemency to a Republican congressman’s son, who was behind bars for distributing methamphetamine. Trump, 79, officially commuted the federal sentence of James Phillip Womack, the son of Rep. Steve Womack, on Thursday, Jan. 15, according to the Office of the Pardon Attorney. An official Executive Grant of Clemency issued by the U.S. Department of Justice formally announced the commutation of the Arkansas congressman’s son. The Republican politician — a father to three sons with his wife, Terri, per his Congress bio — expressed gratitude to Trump in a statement obtained by Arkansas outlets KTHV and KNWA. “I am grateful to President Trump for this gracious and thoughtful action,” the congressman said. “The commutation has allowed my son to be with his family during a profoundly difficult time, and the President’s phone conversation with my wife and her care team made an impression that I’ll cherish forever.” The congressman’s son was sentenced in federal court in May 2024 to a $1,900 fine and eight years in prison for distributing more than five grams of methamphetamine, according to Office of the Pardon Attorney records. His sentence also included five years of supervised release, which he will still have to serve, per KTHV, KNWA and KATV. Here’s a mugshot of James Womack: Arkansas Democrat Gazette: President Donald Trump has commuted the federal sentence of the son of US Rep. Steve Womack (R-AR) James Phillip Womack was sentenced in federal court in May 2024 to eight years in prison for distributing more than 5 grams of methamphetamine. Link to… pic.twitter.com/HyKqcIW5Ey — Politics & Poll Tracker (@PollTracker2024) January 17, 2026 KNWA reported James Womack has had a lengthy criminal history: Court records show James Womack has a lengthy criminal history involving drug- and firearm-related offenses dating back several years. His first arrest occurred in Sept. 2018, when he was taken into custody in Benton County on multiple charges after police recovered methamphetamine, a firearm and drug paraphernalia from a vehicle connected to him. He later entered a plea agreement in that case and, in April 2019, was sentenced in state court to nine years in prison on several felony charges. James Womack was considered for early release in 2020 as part of the Arkansas Department of Correction’s COVID-19 response and was later released. He was arrested again in July 2022 in Rogers and then once more in Jan. 2023 following a police pursuit in Tontitown that ended with officers locating him hiding near a residence. Separate from the state cases, federal prosecutors indicted James Womack on April 26, 2023. The indictment charged him with distributing more than five grams of methamphetamine and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. U.S. Rep. Steve Womack’s (R–Ark.) office released the following statement to KNWA/FOX24: “I am grateful to President Trump for this gracious and thoughtful action. The commutation has allowed my son to be with his family during a profoundly difficult time, and the President’s phone conversation with my wife and her care team made an impression that I’ll cherish forever.”

Residents of Lafayette, Indiana, are on edge. An Indiana judge and his wife, who reside in Lafayette, were shot inside their home in broad daylight on Sunday. According to authorities, a shooter opened fire on Judge Steven Mayer and his wife on Sunday afternoon and is still currently on the run. Fox News broke the story of the shooting and had these details to report on the current status of Judge Mayer and his wife: A judge and his wife were injured in a shooting Sunday afternoon in Lafayette, Indiana, prompting a multi-agency investigation involving local, state and federal law enforcement. The Lafayette Police Department said Judge Steven Meyer was shot in the arm and his wife, Kimberly Meyer, was shot in the hip at their home on Mill Pond Lane at about 2:15 p.m. Police said shell casings were recovered at the scene and both victims received medical treatment and are listed in stable condition. The shooting remains an active investigation involving multiple agencies, including the Lafayette Police Department, Indiana State Police, the Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office, the West Lafayette Police Department, the Tippecanoe County Prosecutor’s Office and the FBI. Kimberly Meyer released a statement through police thanking investigators and first responders following the shooting. “I have great confidence in the Lafayette Police Department’s investigation and want to thank all the agencies involved for their work,” she said. “We are also incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support from the community; everyone has been so kind and compassionate. Reporter Rich Nye reported that other judges in the state have been alerted to be vigilant: Tippecanoe County, Superior Court Judge Steven Meyer and his wife Kimberly were shot Sunday afternoon in their Lafayette home. Both in stable condition. The shooter still at large. Indiana Chief Justice has alerted judges throughout the state to be vigilant about their security. pic.twitter.com/DF8TGq3o7W — Rich Nye (@RichNye13) January 19, 2026 Indiana Chief Justice Loretta Rush released the following statement: Tippecanoe Superior Court 2 Judge Steve Meyer is a fellow judge and a longtime friend. I am deeply grateful he and his wife Kim are alive after having been shot in their home. Their health and well-being are of utmost concern to me. As of the sending of this message, the shooter is purportedly still at large. Please be in contact with your local sheriff. I worry about the safety of all our judges. As you work to peacefully resolve more than 1 million cases a year, you must not only feel safe, you must also be safe. Any violence against a judge or a judge’s family is completely unacceptable. As public servants, you are dedicated to the rule of law. I know you join me in praying for Steve and Kim and their speedy recovery. Meantime, please remain vigilant in your own security. Loretta H. Rush

On Sunday, a mob of crazed leftists led by former CNN anchor Don Lemon stormed into a church and started harassing the Christian worshipers. If you missed it, here’s the full story: DISGUSTING: Don Lemon & Anti-ICE Protestors STORM Minneapolis Church Today, the Department of Justice announced that they intend to press charges against the protestors, including Don Lemon. AP News reported: The U.S. Department of Justice said Sunday it is investigating a group of protesters in Minnesota who disrupted services at a church where a local official with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement apparently serves as a pastor. A livestreamed video posted on the Facebook page of Black Lives Matter Minnesota, one of the protest’s organizers, shows a group of people interrupting services at the Cities Church in St. Paul by chanting “ICE out” and “Justice for Renee Good.” The 37-year-old mother of three was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis earlier this month amid a surge in federal immigration enforcement activities. The protesters allege that one of the church’s pastors — David Easterwood — also leads the local ICE field office overseeing the operations that have involved violent tactics and illegal arrests. U.S. Department of Justice Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon said her agency is investigating federal civil rights violations “by these people desecrating a house of worship and interfering with Christian worshippers.” Attorney General Pam Bondi also released this statement on X: I just spoke to the Pastor in Minnesota whose church was targeted. Attacks against law enforcement and the intimidation of Christians are being met with the full force of federal law. If state leaders refuse to act responsibly to prevent lawlessness, this Department of Justice… — Attorney General Pamela Bondi (@AGPamBondi) January 19, 2026 I just spoke to the Pastor in Minnesota whose church was targeted. Attacks against law enforcement and the intimidation of Christians are being met with the full force of federal law. If state leaders refuse to act responsibly to prevent lawlessness, this Department of Justice will remain mobilized to prosecute federal crimes and ensure that the rule of law prevails. In response to the possible charges, one of the leftist agitators who was a part of the "protest" at the Minneapolis church yesterday is now daring the DOJ to follow through. In a video posted on social media, the bearded, beanie-wearing liberal challenged Pam Bondi to arrest him. Specifically, he taunted, "Come and get me Pam Bondi, you f*cking traitorous bitch!" Watch for yourself (warning: lots of graphic language): Breaking: Woke farmer who stormed the church in St. Paul goes on a rant because Pam Bondi says they're going after him. "F*ck those f*cking Nazis, come and get me Pam Bondi, you f*cking traitorous b*tch" You heard him @AGPamBondi. GO GET HIM! pic.twitter.com/CF1VqDjVHr — Red Line News (@RedLineNewsUSA) January 19, 2026 Yesterday, this guy -- still wearing his "F*ck Trump" beanie -- filmed himself as he stormed the church and screamed at people. For reference, here's the clip of that: NEW: Completely unhinged liberal lunatic starts screaming at Christians trying to worship at a church in Minnesota. “As you can see, all these pretend Christians, all these comfortable white people who are living lavish, comfortable lives…” “Touch me again and see what… pic.twitter.com/jUCi2HYTVH — Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) January 18, 2026 Apparently, this guy's name is William Kelly. And, he goes by the name DaWokeFarmer on social media. It appears that Kelly goes around the country, inciting violence. He was spotted harassing National Guardsmen in D.C. a few months ago. Take a look at this: BREAKING: It has been revealed the SAME MAN who followed, harassed and attacked the National Guardsmen in DC also terrorized Christians and children inside the Minneapolis church The whole thing is manufactured. He gets in peoples' faces and intimidates them expecting zero… pic.twitter.com/FPURzvVmwI — Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) January 19, 2026 He was also arrested a few days ago in Minneapolis for obstructing agents, but was let go. See here: DaWokeFarmer (William Kelly) arrested for obstruction yesterday. Charged, but released same day thanks to the Bail Reform Act of 1984. No flight risk? No jail. This is why the same agitators keep showing up to harass ICE every day. pic.twitter.com/3VfKcU0vHj — Kim "Katie" USA (@KimKatieUSA) January 18, 2026 I think it's time we give him what he wants... You heard him, Pam Bondi. Arrest him -- and keep him behind bars, this time! I wonder if he'll keep up the tough guy act once he's in cuffs. What do you think?

Michelle Obama is now encouraging people to boycott clothing businesses owned by white people — or, at least, try their best to. During a recent episode of her podcast, Obama said that she tries to “make it a point” to buy clothes from black-owned brands and that you should, too! She also says we should seriously “think” about which race owns the clothing brand before buying. Watch for yourself: Michelle Obama says she is mindful to try to avoid white-owned brands and others also should be pic.twitter.com/5MqY5gaxUv — End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) January 19, 2026 Why is it always about race with Michelle? I seriously can’t think of a time when I’ve thought about the race of the person who owns the brand of anything I’m about to buy. It’s just not a factor. In fact, frankly, it sounds like something only a very delusional, actually racist person would do. Many folks are calling out the blatant racism here: Race Race Race always about Race — Derek (@DerekBil) January 19, 2026 The Obamas are racist. — Gunther Eagleman (@GuntherEagleman) January 19, 2026 Always trying to stir up racial tension . — The Drunk Idiot (@TheRealGameGod) January 19, 2026 Can you imagine the backlash if this were flipped? What if a white politician said they only shop at businesses owned by white people? Imagine Melania Trump saying she is mindful to try to avoid black-owned brands and others also should be. — TMK (@TheMagaKing2_0) January 19, 2026 But of course, the left believes that racism only goes one way… So disgraceful. On another note: every time this woman(?) speaks, it’s a disaster. I have to agree with this: Michelle Obama speaking in public is always a train wreck. I’ve never seen a First Lady like Michelle who always makes things worse every time they talk. — Paul A. Szypula (@Bubblebathgirl) January 19, 2026 Your thoughts?