The soothsayer warned‚ “Beware of the Ides of March!” But why do people fear this particular date? And what are the “Ides of March”? The answer lies in one of the most (in)famous historical events – the assassination of Julius Caesar on March 15th‚ 44 BCE. Days before the attack‚ a soothsayer warned Caesar that he was in danger. The powerful general and politician had just been named “Dictator in Perpetuity”‚ and the number of his enemies was growing in Rome. However‚ while Caesar’s demise set in motion a chain of events that would topple the Roman Republic and usher in the Roman Empire‚ the “Ides of March” gained notoriety mainly due to William Shakespeare’s play “Julius Caesar”.   Thus‚ long after Caesar’s death‚ the “Ides of March‚” a date originally marking several ancient Roman religious festivals‚ became synonymous with foreboding and a sense of impending doom‚ echoing through the centuries up to the present day.    The Ides of March is a Date of Julius Caesar’s Assassination The Death of Julius Caesar by Vincenzo Camuccini‚ 1806. The Times   The “Ides of March”‚ or March 15th‚ is best known as the date of Julius Caesar’s assassination. On this day‚ in 44 BCE‚ the group of senators‚ including Marcus Junius Brutus and Gaius Cassius Longinus‚ close associates and friends of Caesar‚ assassinated the most powerful man in the Republic during a Senate meeting. The conspirators‚ who referred to themselves as the Liberatores‚ justified their act by trying to save the Republic. Instead‚ Julius Caesar’s murder led to one of the most tumultuous periods in the history of the Republic‚ including the formation of a powerful alliance known as a Second Triumvirate‚ two bloody civil wars‚ and‚ eventually‚ the death of the Roman Republic and the beginning of the Roman Empire. Thus‚ the “Ides of March” became one of the most important events in Roman history‚ as well as the history of the world.    The Ides of March Was Part of the Roman Calendar Mosaic fragment depicting one of the religious festivals on the “Ides of March” – the Mamuralia‚ first half of 3rd century CE‚ El Djem‚ Tunisia‚ photo by Ad Meskens.   Before becoming synonymous with the assassination of Julius Caesar (and with impending doom)‚ the “Ides of March” was one of the fixed days in the Roman calendar. The “Ides”‚ a term that the ancient Romans borrowed from the Etruscans (to divide)‚ marked a midpoint of every month‚ not just March. And being the halfway of a month‚ the “Ides” had religious significance. The “Ides of March” was linked to Jupiter‚ the chief deity of the Roman pantheon‚ and featured a sacrifice of the “Ides sheep.” It also coincided with the Feast of Anna Perenna‚ a goddess associated with the cycle of the Roman year‚ March being the first month. In an ironic twist‚ the “Ides of March” was quite a joyful time. The celebrations included picnics‚ drinking and public revelry. It was also the date of settling debts.   Beware: The Significance of the Ides of March Julius Caesar’‚ Act III‚ Scene 1‚ the Assassination‚ William Holmes Sullivan‚ 1888‚ Royal Shakespeare Company Collection. Source: ArtUK   However‚ for all its positive connotations‚ the “Ides of March” became inextricably linked with Julius Caesar’s demise. The night before the fateful event‚ Caesar’s wife – Calpurnia – dreamt of her husband’s murder and warned him not to go to the Senate. According to Plutarch‚ Calpurnia was partly affected by a warning of a seer‚ haruspex Spurrina. Although not a superstitious man‚ Julius Caesar was a shrewd politician and knew there were plots against him. He was also busy preparing for the campaign against the Parthians.   Thus‚ Caesar sent his trusted ally and general‚ Mark Antony‚ to dismiss the senators. But at the last moment‚ he changed his mind and decided to go. On the way to the Senate‚ Caesar met Spurrina‚ saying that the “Ides of March” were here and nothing had happened. Spurrina calmly replied: “But they are not yet gone.” By the end of the day‚ Julius Caesar was dead‚ his body lying at the base of the Curia of Pompey in the Theatre of Pompey – his late rival.   The “Ides of March” Was Commemorated on a Rare Coin Brutus “Eid Mar” Denarius‚ ca. 42 BC. Source: The British Museum‚ London   Nowadays‚ the names of conspiracy leaders – Brutus and Cassius – are synonymous with betrayal and murder. But in the days following the assassination‚ they were celebrated as heroes – the saviors of the Roman Republic. And‚ in a long Roman tradition‚ Brutus commemorated the act on a silver and golden coin – The “Ides of March” coin‚ also known as the “EID MAR” denarius.   Brutus’ bust on the obverse is an ironic touch‚ as Caesar made a scandal by placing his likeness on the coin – the first time that the head of a living Roman had been displayed on Roman coinage. On the reverse‚ we can see a pileus cap (a symbol of freedom‚ often worn by free slaves) and the two daggers (representing the assassination). The coin‚ with which conspirators legitimized assassination‚ was withdrawn from circulation by Mark Antony‚ and is thus incredibly rare‚ with only a few known examples.   The “Ides of March” Marked a Turning Point in Roman History Detail from the larger-than-life statue of Augustus of Prima Porta‚ early 1st century CE. Source: Musei Vaticani‚ Rome   Brutus and Cassius could hardly know that the Republic they fought to save would cease to exist in the following years‚ being replaced by the rule of one man. But this is exactly what had happened. The Second Triumvirate‚ an alliance of the three most powerful men in the Republic – Octavian‚ Marc Antony and Lepidus‚ defeated conspirators and carved the Roman world‚ only for another civil war to break out between Octavian and Antony. In the end‚ only one man remained‚ Octavian‚ who soon declared himself Emperor Augustus. This act toppled the Republic‚ replacing it with the Roman Empire‚ which would continue in one form or another until the Fall of Constantinople in 1453.    A century and a half later‚ William Shakespeare immortalized the “Ides of March” in his “Julius Caesar” with the now-famous phrase “Beware the Ides of March.” To this day‚ the phrase symbolizes a warning of betrayal‚ and misfortune – a bad omen.   FAQs Gaius Julius Cäsar‚ by Peter Paul Rubens‚ 1619. Source: The Brandenburg Museum   What were the specific religious festivals and rituals associated with the Ides of March before it became notorious for Julius Caesar’s assassination? The Ides of March was celebrated with religious observances‚ notably the feast of Anna Perenna‚ which involved communal festivities like picnics and drinking. It also included sacrifices to Jupiter‚ reflecting its significance in the Roman religious calendar.   How did the public and the Roman Senate react immediately following Caesar’s assassination? Following Julius Caesar’s assassination‚ Rome was engulfed in chaos and uncertainty. The Senate was thrown into disarray‚ and the public reaction was mixed‚ with some mourning Caesar’s death and others seeing an opportunity to restore the Republic. This led to a tumultuous period of political maneuvering.   What were the specific reasons and motivations behind Brutus and Cassius’s decision to assassinate Caesar‚ beyond the general desire to save the Republic? Brutus and Cassius were motivated to assassinate Caesar due to their belief that his consolidation of power threatened the Republic’s foundations. They aimed to restore traditional Roman governance‚ underestimating the consequences of their actions‚ which eventually led to the end of the Republic.

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The BMW F 900 GS has received major upgrades for 2024‚ including a significant weight loss and a punchier engine. Photos courtesy BMW. The adventure-bike market is the hottest segment in motorcycling‚ with new models being introduced every year. The middleweight ADV category has been dominated by Yamaha’s Ténéré 700 and KTM’s various 790/890 Adventure models‚ but new or updated models from Aprilia (Tuareg 660)‚ Honda (XL750 Transalp)‚ Suzuki (V-Strom 800)‚ and Triumph (Tiger 900) are enticing riders to reevaluate their options.   Meanwhile‚ BMW has been selling mid-weight ADVs for almost two decades. The F 800 GS was introduced in 2009 but was often overshadowed by its boxer-powered bigger brothers‚ culminating in the recent glowingly reviewed R 1300 GS.  Related: 2024 BMW R 1300 GS Review | First Ride  For 2024‚ BMW expects the new F 900 GS to draw a brighter light to its reinvigorated middleweight platform. After testing it on roads and on dirt‚ we can safely say this is the best parallel-Twin adventure bike ever offered from the German company.   The Brembo 2-piston caliper front brakes are merely adequate relative to its competition in the middleweight ADV class. What’s New?  Quite a lot‚ actually. The F 850’s motor has been punched out to 895cc and now delivers 105 hp‚ up 10 ponies from the older mill. The former cast pistons have been cast aside for forged pistons that are 2mm larger than before.   Additionally‚ 31 lb of weight has been shaved off for this new iteration‚ now scaling in at 483 lb with its 3.8-gallon tank full. The fuel cell swaps steel for plastic to pare down about 10 lb‚ and a new Akrapovič muffler trims 3.7 lb. A lower tailsection trims another 5 lb‚ while the trellis steel frame remains unchanged.   BMW offers several seating options for the GS. The F 900 GS also benefits from a lower and more svelte profile that eliminates much of the bulkiness of its F 850 predecessor. The bike not only looks smaller‚ its design language looks fresh and contemporary‚ aided by full LED lighting and rear turnsignals that serve double duty as brake lights.   The 6.5-inch TFT panel is a literal bright spot on the new F 900 GS. The F 900 GS is well-equipped in its base form‚ with a starting price of $13‚495. Standard equipment includes a six-axis IMU and two riding modes (Rain and Road)‚ plus ABS Pro and Dynamic Traction Control. A vibrant 6.5-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity is part of the package‚ as are hand guards‚ heated grips‚ an adjustable aluminum shift lever‚ and self-canceling turnsignals.   The 900’s suspension has been upgraded‚ now with a fully adjustable 43mm Showa fork holding a 21-inch front wheel. The rear damper includes adjustable preload and rebound damping to control bumps acting on a slightly lighter aluminum swingarm. Suspension travel is a generous 9.1 inches in front and 8.5 at the rear‚ resulting in a 34.3-inch seat height. An accessory low seat brings height down to 32.9 inches.   The GS’s 43mm inverted fork has full adjustability: preload‚ as well as compression and rebound damping. BMW offers a similar but lower-spec (and more street-oriented) F 800 GS for only $10‚495‚ with its 895cc motor downgraded to 87 hp‚ but it wasn’t available for testing. Also not tested was the Adventure version of the F 900 GS‚ which includes a 6.1-gallon fuel tank‚ Dynamic ESA‚ a luggage rack‚ and an aluminum bash plate. It has a starting price of $14‚890.  Rebound damping can be adjusted by the gold knob ahead of the shock’s remote reservoir. Preload is adjusted hydraulically via a knurled handle on the other side of the bike. Options Temptations  As is typical for BMW‚ there are a plethora of options for the F 900 GS. Ride Modes Pro supplies access to Dynamic‚ Enduro‚ and Enduro Pro rides modes‚ as well as Engine Drag Torque Control‚ which varies the amount of engine braking.   Then there’s the Premium Package that includes Ride Modes Pro‚ along with keyless ignition‚ an up/down quickshifter‚ tire-pressure monitoring‚ cruise control‚ and the long-lasting M Endurance Chain. It costs an extra $1‚750.   The biggest improvement of BMW’s GS is found in its parallel-Twin powerplant that features a 10-hp boost along with improved torque. It includes BMW’s Active Knock Control that allows use of lower-grade fuels. Riders who enjoy traipsing on dirt roads will be interested in the $1‚495 Enduro Pro package‚ which includes Ride Modes Pro‚ fully adjustable suspension‚ the M Endurance chain‚ and a taller handlebar that is more comfortable for stand-up riding.   Other optional equipment includes protective bars‚ windscreens of various sizes‚ higher or lower seats‚ Intelligent Emergency Call‚ and a full complement of luggage options.   The windscreen seen on GS Trophy colorways is the GS’s standard-size screen‚ but the ones coming to the U.S. won’t have the smoked finish seen on these European-market bikes. GS en España  BMW invited us to Málaga‚ Spain‚ to sample the F 900 GS‚ and in a coincidental twist‚ we stayed at the same hotel as during Triumph’s Tiger 900 launch just two months prior! It was illuminating to test these 900cc ADVs in the same area of southeastern Spain.  We first straddled Sao Paulo Yellow versions of the F 900 GS for a morning ride on some of Spain’s countless twisty roads. This “Passion” style colorway adds $275 to the price of the base GS‚ which has a black colorway. Our bikes had other options that raised their MSRP to $16‚215.   The F 900’s parallel-Twin motor emits a rumbly note through its new Akrapovič muffler. Its crankshaft journals are offset by 90 degrees to create a 270/450-degree firing interval that sounds a lot like a 90-degree V-Twin. A pair of counterbalancers (one in front of and one behind the crankshaft) minimize objectionable vibrations.   The F 900 GS is fully capable of traversing unpaved trails. Hand guards are standard equipment‚ as are heated grips and adjustable hand levers. Responses from this invigorated mill are much punchier than before. It pulls cleanly from as low as 2‚000 rpm and builds to a meaty midrange that thrusts the Beemer forward with satisfying alacrity‚ aided by lower final-drive gearing. Torque swells in the 6‚000-rpm range to its 68.6 lb-ft peak at 6‚750 rpm then yanks harder on the way to its 105-hp zenith at 8‚500 rpm.   For comparison‚ Triumph’s upgraded 888cc three-cylinder motor in the Tiger 900 cranks out 106.5 hp‚ while the output of KTM’s respected 890 parallel-Twin produces 103.6 ponies. It’s remarkable how closely the engines of these middleweight ADVs match up.   Dirt roads were tamed by the Metzeler Karoo 4 tires fitted for our ride. The rear sprocket now has 47 teeth instead of 44‚ lowering the overall final-drive ratio. My 30-inch inseam was a little intimidated by the relatively tall 34.3-inch seat height‚ but it wasn’t a problem after my weight was aboard and the suspension compressed. The bike proved to be adept at navigating city streets on the way to mountain roads‚ with a light clutch pull and the assistance of the quickshifter fitted to our bikes.   The cockpit of the GS is pleasing to the eye‚ with an attractive 6.5-inch color TFT display front and center. It includes smartphone connectivity and can easily be navigated with BMW’s innovative Multicontroller wheel on the left grip. A 12-volt socket and a USB port ensure your devices will be charged while out on the road.  The F 900 GS proved to be very competent when bounding through the brush. Riding on a highway section revealed a foible in the GS. Unlike the Tiger’s‚ the BMW’s windscreen isn’t adjustable. The accessory screen‚ which is 2 inches taller than stock‚ fitted to our test bikes induced buffeting on my helmet at higher speeds‚ and the lack of adjustability forced me to endure it. Any bike intended for travel should have a simple system for on-the-fly windscreen adjustments.   The GS proved to be remarkably adroit on the twisty sections of our ride. Turn-in response isn’t quite as brisk as on the Tiger due to the GS’s more relaxed steering geometry‚ with a 28-degree rake and 4.7 inches of trail‚ but the GS’s weight loss and its wide handlebar helps it carve corners adeptly. The 21-inch front tire (Bridgestone Battlax Adventure A41) slightly diminishes sporty front-end feedback‚ as is always the case‚ but not enough to inhibit acute lean angles. For what it’s worth‚ I was able to drag footpegs on the Tiger Rally Pro‚ but I didn’t on the BMW.   Cooperative throttle response allows riders to dial in the precise amount of wheelspin desired. The long-travel suspension of the GS proved to be plush over various road surfaces‚ but several riders noted the rebound damping of the shock felt too loose‚ with the rear bouncing up excessively after hitting bumps. At a coffee stop‚ we all dialled in additional rebound damping on the shock‚ and the revised settings offered much better control. The shock’s spring preload is adjustable‚ but its compression-damping circuit is not.   The fully adjustable inverted fork performed well‚ but less impressive are the GS’s brakes. Up front are Brembo calipers‚ but they’re low-spec 2-piston units rather than 4-piston clampers that are typically employed on bikes in this price range. They offer plenty enough power to adequately slow the bike‚ sure‚ but they’re not up to the high standards of the class. Cornering ABS is a welcome safety feature that is included as standard equipment.   A revised handlebar arrangement places riders in a more comfortable posture while standing. Gear Up   Helmet: HJC DS-X1   Jacket: Rev’It Neptune 2 GTX  Pants: Klim Latitude  Gloves: Rev’It Dirt 3  Boots: Alpinestars Toucan  There were several opportunities on our ride to twist the throttle wide open and stretch speed limits. The newfound punchiness of the motor again impressed the seat of my pants‚ pulling hard enough to make me feel that a 1‚200-plus-cc engine might be overkill for an ADV. Clutchless upshifts were clicked off smoothly‚ but snicking into lower gears without using the clutch was harsher than with the Tiger’s faultless transmission.  We were having so much fun unwinding Spain’s sinuous backroads on the GS that we didn’t want to bother stopping for lunch.   The F 900 GS feels very manageable when riding off-road. Dirty Work  After some delicious tapas‚ we climbed aboard bikes in the GS Trophy colorway with BMW’s red and blue colors atop a white base coat‚ sure to be the likely choice for Beemerphiles. These bikes were fitted with knobbier Metzeler Karoo 4 tires better suited for the off-roading adventures in front of us. BMW’s cross-spoke wheels allow tubeless tires.   Like a well-engineered ADV should‚ the F 900 GS seems to shed weight when ridden off-road. Simply point it in the right direction and keep the throttle open‚ and it tractors up nearly any obstacle. While most of our off-roading was on non-technical terrain‚ we came across a few technical sections with rocks and hills that gave the GS a good test. Its suspension performed without complaint from the bike or its rider‚ and its punched-out motor again proved its worthiness in ADV situations‚ able to be lugged low in its powerband where optimum traction is delivered.   The taller accessory windscreen fitted to the bikes on our street ride induced buffeting. We wish the bike included a windscreen adjustment of some form. I spent the entire afternoon with the bike in its Enduro Pro mode‚ which disables ABS at the rear tire and loosens the limits of traction control. Eventually‚ I switched off traction control completely‚ as I preferred my right hand to be fully in charge of managing traction.   The brakes that felt underwhelming on the street were nearly perfect in the dirt. They weren’t grabby or overly sensitive like some high-powered braking systems‚ shedding speed in precise and easy to control amounts. However‚ I felt the front ABS kick in on a rocky‚ technical downhill section‚ an unnerving situation. A ride mode with the name “Pro” in it should have looser parameters for ABS intervention.   Although intended to handle unpaved roads‚ BMW’s new GS also makes a capable sport-tourer. On the way back into town‚ I was pleased that the standard-height windscreen eliminated the buffeting condition I felt at higher speeds with the taller screen. The narrow seat‚ however‚ was less pleasing‚ and I’d consider sourcing a different saddle if I was piling on hundreds of miles. On the plus side‚ a generous amount of steering lock makes the GS easy to maneuver in tight spaces‚ whether it’s dodging trees in a forest or Teslas in a crowded parking lot.   Best GS Yet?  Well‚ that would depend on what you want from a GS. The new R 1300 GS is magnificent and has a broader range of capabilities along with a more powerful engine. But after a short spin on a 1300 during a transit stage of our off-road ride‚ I preferred the 900’s relative agility and the way its rear tire grabbed for traction relative to the 1300’s shaft-drive arrangement.   We think the new GS looks much more attractive than the older one. The red subframe on the Sao Paulo Yellow colorway is a nice touch. The F 900 GS faces stiff competition in the marketplace. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro is in some respects more appealing than the Beemer‚ with its engaging 3-cylinder engine‚ Brembo Stylema brakes‚ and adjustable windscreen. Combined with a larger fuel tank and a comfier stock seat‚ the Tiger is a worthy adversary.   But the BMW F 900 GS is appealing in its own right‚ flying the BMW flag high for aficionados of the brand. The Beemer is built in Germany‚ the land of technocrats and precision engineering‚ while the Tiger is produced in Thailand‚ for whatever that’s worth to ya.   For my money‚ on a per-dollar value‚ I believe the BMW F 900 GS is the best GS yet.   The new GS has a smaller and lower profile than the previous version. The new Akrapovič muffler looks sweet and is claimed to shave 3.7 lb. 2024 BMW F 900 GS Specs  Base Price: $13‚495    Warranty: 2 yrs.‚ unltd. miles   Website: BMWmotorcycles.com  ENGINE   Type: Liquid-cooled‚ parallel-Twin‚ DOHC w/ 4 valves per cyl.   Displacement: 895cc   Bore x Stroke: 86.0 x 77.0mm   Horsepower: 105 hp @ 8‚500 rpm (factory claim)    Torque: 68.6 lb-ft @ 6‚750 rpm (factory claim)   Compression Ratio: 13.1:1   Valve Insp. Interval: 12‚000 miles   Fuel Delivery: EFI w/ throttle-by-wire‚ 48mm throttle bodies   Transmission: 6-speed‚ cable-actuated slip/assist wet clutch   Final Drive: Chain   CHASSIS  Frame: Tubular-steel trellis frame &; subframe‚ aluminum swingarm   Wheelbase: 62.6 in.   Rake/Trail: 28.0 degrees/4.7 in.   Seat Height: 34.3 in.   Suspension‚ Front: 43mm inverted fork‚ fully adj.‚ 9.1 in. travel  Rear: Single linkage shock‚ w/ adj. spring preload &; rebound‚ 8.5 in. travel   Brakes‚ Front: Dual 305mm discs w/ 2-piston axial calipers &; cornering ABS   Rear: Single 265mm disc w/ 1-piston caliper &; cornering ABS   Wheels‚ Front: Cross-spoke w/ aluminum rims‚ 2.15 x 21  Rear: Cross-spoke w/ aluminum rims‚ 4.25 x 17   Tires‚ Front: 90/90-21   Rear: 150/70-17    Wet Weight: 483 lb   Fuel Capacity: 3.8 gal.   The post 2024 BMW F 900 GS Review | First Ride appeared first on Rider Magazine.

A report claims the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) six-week audit of Boeing and Spirit AeroSystems has discovered dozens of issues in the 737 Max manufacturing process. The New York Times first reported on the agency’s audit. The FAA reportedly found “unacceptable” quality control issues during the audit. “During Boeing’s audit‚ the FAA conducted 89 product reviews‚ which evaluated the manufacturing process. Of the 89 audits‚ the planemaker passed 56 but did not meet specific standards in 33‚ resulting in 97 alleged noncompliance‚” Zero Hedge reports. FAA Audit Finds Dozens Of Boeing 737 Max Production Issues‚ NYT Reports https://t.co/aVgn3vceZX — zerohedge (@zerohedge) March 12‚ 2024 Per Zero Hedge: The presentation comes two months after a door plug ripped off a 737 Max 9 during an Alaska Airlines flight. Since then‚ Boeing has come under intense scrutiny over its manufacturing process. The latest findings should concern airlines operating fleets of these planes and passengers. The audit then focused on Spirit AeroSystems‚ which makes fuselage or other parts for the 737 Max. According to the presentation‚ Spirit only passed six audits while failing seven. FAA investigators noticed mechanics at Spirit using a hotel key card to measure door seals. Some mechanics also used Dawn soap as a “lubricant” during the door fitting process. When asked about mechanics using hotel key cards or Dawn soap‚ Spirit spokesman Joe Buccino said the company was “reviewing all identified nonconformities for corrective action.” Additionally‚ the Spirit audit found five problems with the door plug component. It shockingly failed the installation part. The audit also raised concerns about the technicians who carried out the work. FAA audit of Boeing’s 737 production found mechanics using hotel card and dish soap as makeshift tools: report https://t.co/e8BLSrWpOd pic.twitter.com/3BNG1WF0OR — New York Post (@nypost) March 12‚ 2024 WATCH: Boeing's 737 MAX production process has dozens of issues with quality control. According to the New York Times‚ an audit from the FAA revealed that the aerospace giant failed 33 out of 89 product tests https://t.co/cBa9e1Ct7O pic.twitter.com/7fwuC04pvR — Reuters (@Reuters) March 12‚ 2024 From the New York Post: Some of the most shocking details from the presentation happened at Spirit AeroSytems’ fuselage manufacturing plant in Wichita‚ Kansas. FAA auditors spotted mechanics from the company using a hotel key card to check the seal on a door in one instance and witnessed other Spirit mechanics applying Dawn liquid soap to a door seal “as a lubricant in the fit-up process‚” the Times reported. In the latter incident‚ the mechanics used wet cheesecloth to wipe away the dish soap and clean the door seal. The document detailing the audit findings obtained by the outlet said the instructions provided to mechanics were “vague and unclear on what specifications/actions are to be followed or recorded by the mechanic.” A spokesperson for Spirit AeroSystems — which Boeing is in talks to reacquire — told the Times that the company is “reviewing all identified nonconformities for corrective action.” Boeing did not immediately comment on the audit’s findings — which the FAA has refused to make public because of its ongoing investigation into the door plug incident on the Alaska Airlines flight and Boeing’s response to it.

Joe Biden hit the campaign trail over the weekend where he mumbled‚ coughed‚ and launched into incoherent rants following his State of the Union speech.

Joe Biden’s border disorder continued to spiral out of control this week after the President told a crowd that not all illegal migrants “are criminals” and believes the border will likely fix “itself.” "We need just an orderly process at the border‚" Biden says (after 3+ years in office)."They're not people who are all criminals coming!" pic.twitter.com/M0yMYrNbA5— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) March 11‚ 2024 REPORTER: "When is a border executive action coming?"BIDEN: "I'm counting on the border action happening by itself." pic.twitter.com/mqlwX1BG3j— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) March 11‚ 2024 Watch Biden’s comments above.

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