The Biden administration has empowered a professional activist to travel the globe on the taxpayer’s dime to push transgenderism and gender ideology. From Australia to Brazil‚ South Africa to Sweden‚ Jessica Stern travels across the world attending so-called Pride events as the State Department’s Special Envoy to Advance the Human Rights of Lesbian‚ Gay‚ Bisexual‚ Transgender‚ Queer‚ and Intersex Persons. Stern‚ who has boasted that she is the highest ranking lesbian woman‚ is paid an annual salary of over $180‚000 and tasked with promoting far-left views on sex and gender‚ lobbying foreign governments‚ and assisting activist organizations. Appointed by President Biden in September of 2021‚ Stern’s work has gone largely unnoticed by the media as she bolsters the president’s broader effort to leverage the might of the federal agencies and their bureaucracies in service of a far-left agenda. In Biden’s first weeks as president‚ he tasked all federal agencies to work to “advance the human rights of LGBTQI+ persons abroad” — Stern has been tip of the spear in that effort‚ and has stated that this mission is “U.S. foreign policy priority.” Stern’s travels as Special Envoy have taken her to at least 22 countries on all six of the world’s habitable continents‚ including Argentina‚ Australia‚ Brazil‚ Botswana‚ Canada‚ Germany‚ Greece‚ India‚ Lithuania‚ Malaysia‚ Mauritius‚ Mexico‚ Nepal‚ the Netherlands‚ Panama‚ Peru‚ the Philippines‚ South Africa‚ Sweden‚ Switzerland‚ Thailand‚ and Vietnam. “Good foreign policy is inclusive foreign policy‚ and that means having senior experts on LGBTQI rights‚” Stern contended in an interview with the Council on Foreign Relations. LGBTQI+ Health 🤝 LGBTQI+ Human RightsProud to work alongside @StateDept Special Envoy Jessica Stern to advance health equity and human rights for all! pic.twitter.com/mIr1MTPCrB — ADM Rachel Levine (@HHS_ASH) March 16‚ 2023 Stern’s primary way of advancing her priorities — which include establishing “legal gender recognition based on the principle of self-determination” and addressing the “vulnerability of LGBTQI asylum seekers and refugees” — has been through global travel‚ which she uses to attend both official government events and local celebrations. Stern attended a pride parade in Lithuania in summer of 2022‚ for example‚ where she rejoiced at the number of children she saw in the crowd. “I saw a lot of kids at pride parades. They didn’t really know what it was about. They knew that somebody gave them a flag and there were a lot of people playing music and they got to dance along the street wearing stickers‚” Stern celebrated. “And I see that as an incredibly positive thing‚ because when we’re teaching children a message of acceptance from a very early age‚ it changes their lives.” Stern also traveled to Brazil in January 2024  to take part in a “trans visibility” march organized by Brazil’s National Association of Transvestites and Transsexuals. Stern met with a transgender Brazilian government official who refers to himself as a “transvestite sl*t.” “We march for a future in which every trans person can live proudly and fearlessly‚” Stern posted on X. I joined @larratsymmy &; Coordinator for Indigenous LGBTQI+ Policy Larissa Pankararu at @AntraBrasil's 1st National 'Marsha' for Trans Day of Visibility celebrating all trans &; nonbinary Brazilians. We march for a future in which every trans person can live proudly and fearlessly. pic.twitter.com/XMOBizCmya — Special Envoy Jessica Stern (@US_SE_LGBTQI) January 29‚ 2024 A State Department spokeswoman said it is “committed to promoting and protecting the freedom‚ dignity‚ and equality of all persons – including transgender‚ non-binary‚ and gender non-conforming persons – around the world.” “Teaching messages of acceptance is vital for both recognizing the humanity of and combating violence and discrimination against LGBTQI+ persons‚” the spokeswoman added. While in Brazil‚ Stern talked to civil society organizations about “the importance of excluding gender markers from the national ID system‚” as well as “tackling conversion therapy practices‚ and uniting with Indigenous and Afro-descendant LGBTQI+ persons to end intersecting forms of discrimination.” The State Department Special Envoy also met with Brazil’s Minister of Human Rights‚ Foreign Affairs‚ Health‚ Labor‚ Justice‚ and Native People. The South American country was just one of her many travel destinations. Just months earlier in October‚ Stern traveled to Stockholm‚ Sweden to “meet with members of the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs‚ the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency‚ and members of Swedish Parliament.” While in Stockholm‚ Stern also attended a meeting of the Global Equality Fund (GEF)‚ a public-private partnership between government entities like the State Department and private sector entities that exists to provide “critical resources to civil society organizations (CSOs) and human rights defenders‚ including those working to increase the visibility and empowerment of queer women‚ transgender‚ intersex people‚ and members of other marginalized LGBTQI+ communities.” The GEF funds activists across the globe to “counter anti-gender ideology” and‚ in the words of Stern‚ “allows brave activists to continue working for change and to create more inclusive democracies.” The jet-setting Stern also went to South Africa and Mauritius‚ a small island nation off the coast of Africa‚ in August 2023 to meet with “civil society‚ officials from the Government of Mauritius‚ and likeminded international partners.” The Special Envoy joined a South African television program to discuss a conference she attended in Mauritius‚ stating that activists in the country are fighting for “legal gender recognition based on the principle of self-determination” and “national actions plans for LGBTQI rights that have adequate funding and staff.” In July 2023‚ Stern traveled to Mexico City‚ Mexico to meet with activists and deliver a keynote address at the Victory Institute’s Conference of LGBTI Political Leaders of the Americas and the Caribbean‚ where she boasted that she is the highest ranking lesbian woman at the State Department. She also criticized bills in the United States that sought to shield children from sexualized drag performances and from medical interventions that seek to change their sex. “What an absolute tragedy‚” Stern complained. It was a busy summer for the Special Envoy‚ who also ventured to Toronto and Ottawa in June to receive a reward recognizing Stern for “her commitment to 2SLGBTQI+ persons in Canada and around the world.” In Ottawa‚ she met with “members of Parliament and Global Affairs Canada senior officials to discuss their commitment to jointly advancing respect for human rights for LGBTQI+ persons.” The State Department official traveled to Australia‚ Argentina‚ Peru‚ and Panama‚ speaking at a pride festival and meeting with government officials and activists. Before joining the State Department‚ Stern was previously the Executive Director of Outright International‚ a New York-based LGBT activist organization. The organization was at the forefront of pushing transgender ideology in the United Nations‚ hosting a United Nations Women event in 2019 called “Gender Diversity: Beyond the Binary‚” the “first high-level meeting on gender diversity and non-binary identities held at UN headquarters.” Stern’s position‚ first created under President Obama‚ was left vacant under President Trump before being reestablished by Biden‚ who has pushed transgender ideology and the diversity‚ equity‚ and inclusion agenda throughout the federal agencies. While the Biden administration has leveraged the federal bureaucracy to advance leftwing dogmas across agencies‚ former Trump officials are crafting plans to fire those who would obstruct the president’s agenda and hire new officials. Under another Trump administration‚ the president could reimpose an executive order called Schedule F‚ an action that would enable the president to fire thousands of bureaucrats who have influence over policy. “We will pass critical reforms making every executive branch employee fireable by the president of the United States‚” Trump said at a rally‚ touting the plan. Others are preparing to fill in the gap left by outgoing officials‚ assembling a personnel database of those who might serve in the next administration through the Project 2025 Presidential Transition Project‚ an initiative from the Heritage Foundation that seeks to “pave the way for an effective conservative Administration.” “It is not enough for conservatives to win elections. If we are going to rescue the country from the grip of the radical Left‚ we need both a governing agenda and the right people in place‚ ready to carry this agenda out on day one of the next conservative administration‚” Project 2025 states. In addition to creating a personnel database‚ the initiative has also established a policy agenda‚ training for its talent pool‚ and a 180-day plan for the next administration‚ all while assembling a coalition of over 100 conservative organizations. But Stern is aware of efforts to discontinue her position‚ explaining in an interview how the State Department hopes to permanently enshrine a focus on LGBT ideology. “We act with an eye on the question of how do we institutionalize and depoliticize this agenda.” “People are policy‚ so we need people who are inside the institution‚” the Special Envoy added. “I believe that scrappy LGBT human rights defenders deserve power.” Stern openly addressed the possibility that the next administration could remove her position‚ letting her go in the process. “We can’t say for sure that we’ll exist in two years‚” Stern lamented. “Our eye is always on the clock.” 

Allen Weisselberg‚ the former chief financial officer for the Trump Organization‚ pleaded guilty on Monday to perjury‚ admitting that he lied to investigators in former President Donald Trump’s civil business fraud case in New York. Weisselberg pleaded guilty to two counts of first-degree perjury‚ both felonies‚ at the Manhattan Criminal Court‚ the New York Post reported. He will serve a five-month prison sentence as part of his plea deal‚ and a sentencing hearing is set to take place on April 10. During the Monday hearing‚ the 76-year-old former CFO admitted that he lied during deposition testimonies in July 2020 and May 2023 and while on the stand during the trial on October 10‚ 2023. Specifically‚ Weisselberg lied to investigators about when he knew the former president had inflated the size of his Midtown Trump Tower triplex. According to the plea agreement‚ Weisselberg claimed a 2017 Forbes article had led to his discovery that Trump had said the 11‚000-square-foot triplex was nearly three times larger‚ but Forbes had a tape of Weisselberg being told the actual size of the building before the article was published‚ the Post reported. Evidence also showed that Weisselberg was told about the inflated size of the triplex in a 2012 email. In Weisselberg’s plea deal‚ he agreed to only plead guilty to charges related to his 2020 testimony‚ and prosecutors promised they would not charge him with other potential crimes related to his work with the Trump Organization‚ the Associated Press reported. Weisselberg spent 100 days behind bars last year after pleading guilty to tax evasion. Last year‚ New York Attorney General Letitia James‚ a Democrat‚ charged Trump and Weisselberg‚ among others‚ for scheming to deceive banks and insurers about the former president’s wealth. Judge Arthur Engoron sided with James and the prosecution last month‚ ordering Trump to pay $350 million‚ which has increased to $454 million including interest‚ and barring Trump and his sons from running their business in New York for two to three years. CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP Trump has appealed Engoron’s decision‚ suggesting that Engoron “committed errors of law and/or fact” and abused his discretion or “acted in excess” of his jurisdiction. The case will go before a New York Appeals Court later this month. The former president has maintained throughout the case that he and his business did nothing wrong‚ arguing that his assets had even been undervalued.

Jamie Foxx has promised to open up in an upcoming stand-up special about what exactly he went through a year ago when he had to be hospitalized after a near-death health scare. During the 56-year-old actor’s appearance on Sunday at the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA)‚ Foxx accepted the Producer’s Award and told everyone to “cherish” life and your loved ones‚ People magazine reported. “I’m so thankful and I get emotional because it’s beyond the scope‚” Foxx said. “I had some people in my life that really made sure I was here because it was dire straits.” “I take things differently now because you just don’t know‚” he added. “Everybody wants to know what happened and I’m gonna tell you what happened but I got to do it in my way.” EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Jamie Foxx says he will share details of his mystery health crisis‚ as he declares he’s a changed man at the AAFCA Special Achievement Awards Luncheon. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/dGcsRoOHqf — ExtraTV (@extratv) March 4‚ 2024 “I’m going to do it in a funny way. We are going to be on stage‚” Foxx continued. “We are going to go back to the stand-up roots. If you want to have a good time and laugh … come see me when we go take this thing out.” The comedian promised that his upcoming special will have some things “people will love” but said there’s going to be other things that are guaranteed to “pull at your heart string.” In December‚ the “Ray” actor took the stage for the first time since being hospitalized in April 2023 and admitted six months earlier he “couldn’t actually walk to [the stage]. And I’m not a clone‚ I’m not a clone” “I know a lot of people saying that I was cloned out there‚” Foxx said‚ referencing some conspiracy theories that had been circulating online.  “It feels good to be here‚” he added. “I cherish every single minute now‚ it’s different. I wouldn’t wish what I went through on my worst enemy because it’s tough when it’s almost over‚ when you see the tunnel. I saw the tunnel‚ I didn’t see the light. It was hot in that tunnel‚ too; I don’t know where I was going. ‘S***‚ am I going to the right place?'” “I have a new respect for life‚ I have a new respect for my art‚” he added. “I watched so many movies and listened to so many songs trying to have the time go by. Don’t give up on your art‚ man‚ don’t give up on your art. When you realize that it could be over like that… I got to tell you don’t give up on your art and don’t let them take the art from you either.” Since the actor was hospitalized‚ very little has been released as to what the health scare was that he had to deal with. His daughter‚ actress Corrine Foxx‚ first announced the news on Instagram. In Corrine’s original post‚ she wrote‚ “From the Foxx Family: We wanted to share that‚ my father‚ Jamie Foxx‚ experienced a medical complication yesterday. Luckily‚ due to quick action and great care‚ he is already on his way to recovery. We know how beloved he is and appreciate your prayers. The family ask for privacy during this time. Much love‚ The Foxx Family.”

Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce called fatherhood the “greatest gift” during his official press conference announcing his retirement from the NFL after 13 seasons. During a lengthy press conference at Eagles headquarters on Monday‚ Kelce got emotional as he thanked his parents — whom he called his inspiration for being the best father he could be to his three young daughters with wife Kylie Kelce.  “I am a product of my upbringing‚” Kelce said. “I think one of the best things a person can be in this world is a father. A father who is present‚ loving‚ devoted‚ just might be the greatest gift a child could ask for in our society.” “And I have a damn good one‚” he added. “My father believed in me more than anyone. He believed in my brother and whenever my own insecurities would arise or self doubt would come in he would stifle them with the warm embrace of belief‚ unwavering love‚ and belief … He was the man and continues to be the man and father I strive to be.” Jason Kelce talking about the importance of fathers in his retirement speech: “I think one of the best things a person can be in this world is a father. A father who is present‚ devoted‚ and loving is the greatest gift a child could ask for in our society.” pic.twitter.com/6covemvotz — Greg Price (@greg_price11) March 4‚ 2024 “I like to think I got my toughness‚ aggression &; lunch-pail mentality from my father‚” Kelce continued. “And from my mother I learned the all-too-important lesson of never letting anyone tell you what you can’t do.” The Philadelphia star also gushed about his wife and said that it is “no coincidence” that he’s “enjoyed” the “best years” of his career because Kylie was by his side.  “Every accolade I have ever received has come with her in my life‚” Kelce said. “She has brought the best out of me through love‚ devotion‚ support‚ honesty‚ intelligence‚ and of course a swift kick in the a** from time to time.” “She has also given me three beautiful girls and a life that increasingly brings me more fulfillment off the field than it does on‚” he added. “We’ve had a great run Ky.” At the start of the presser‚ Kelce addressed why he “chose football” and what drew him to the game in the first place so long ago. “The best way I could explain it is what draws you to your favorite song … your favorite book‚” Kelce said. “It’s what it makes you feel. The seriousness of it. The intensity of it. Stepping on the field was the most alive and free I had ever felt. There was a visceral feeling with football‚ unlike any sport. The hairs on my arms would stand up. I could hit somebody‚ run around like a crazed lunatic and then get told‚ ‘Good job.’ I love football.” He then closed out his presser by saying‚ “I’m retiring from the NFL after 13 seasons with the NFL … That’s all I’ve got.” The six-time All-Pro center was picked in the sixth round (No. 191 overall) by the Eagles in the 2011 NFL Draft by former Philadelphia head coach Andy Reid before Reid joined Kansas City in January 2013. The Philadelphia player helped lead the Eagles to a Super Bowl LII victory in 2018 against the New England Patriots.

  In recent news‚ Jill Biden‚ the First Lady of the United States‚ has made yet another questionable move in the eyes of the Conservative party. In a recent article‚ it has been reported that she has launched a new initiative to “empower women.” But as we all know‚ the Left’s version of empowerment is nothing more than a thinly veiled attempt to push their radical agenda onto the American people. With the support of her husband‚ President Joe Biden‚ Jill Biden’s actions only solidify the fear that the Left is a danger to our nation. First and foremost‚ it must be noted that this so-called “empowerment” movement is nothing more than a political ploy. The true intention behind this initiative is to further promote the Left’s anti-family and anti-marriage agenda. Jill Biden says Donald Trump would be “a danger to women” if he was elected President. Trump never allowed 10 million illegal migrants to enter the US‚ some of whom have assaulted‚ raped &; murdered innocent women like #LakenRiley #BidenBorderCrisis pic.twitter.com/uls94uATUU — Black Semi Fascist (@BFacist) March 2‚ 2024 By placing women on a pedestal and pushing for their independence‚ the Left is attempting to undermine traditional values and roles within the family unit. This is a dangerous path that only leads to the destruction of the American family. Furthermore‚ let’s not forget that Jill Biden is not a qualified politician or expert in women’s rights. She is simply the wife of a politician who has been thrust into the spotlight due to her husband’s position. Her lack of experience and credentials in this area only goes to show how desperate the Left is to push their agenda. They will use anyone‚ even a non-expert like Jill Biden‚ to further their cause. Jill Biden hasn’t taken 2 seconds to say one word about Laken Riley‚ but has plenty of time for this photo shoot Jill Biden is a national disgrace! pic.twitter.com/VXOfRTV3PY — Kelli Kay (@KelliKayK) March 3‚ 2024 But it doesn’t stop there. Jill Biden’s actions also highlight the Left’s disregard for the law and their tendency to ignore the Constitution. In a recent speech‚ she boldly stated‚ “We will not wait for Congress to act.” This is a clear violation of the separation of powers and the role of Congress in creating and passing laws. The Left’s agenda will stop at nothing‚ even if it means disregarding the very foundation of our democracy. It’s not just in domestic policies that the Left proves to be dangerous. The chaos and disaster in Haiti‚ where 4‚000 inmates broke out of prison and sparked a massacre‚ is a clear result of the Left’s foreign policies. Under the Biden administration‚ the U.S. has been weakened on the global stage‚ leading to instability and violence in other nations. This is a direct consequence of the Left’s naive and misguided approach to international relations. But perhaps the most alarming aspect of Jill Biden’s initiative is the blatant disregard for the true empowerment of women. True empowerment comes from equal opportunity‚ not special treatment or handouts. The Left’s focus on “empowering” women only serves to undermine their capabilities and promote a victim mentality. The Conservative perspective is to empower women through education‚ opportunity‚ and freedom to make their own choices‚ not through government intervention and manipulation. In conclusion‚ Jill Biden’s latest move to “empower women” is just another attempt by the Left to push their agenda and undermine traditional values. It’s clear that the Left is a danger to our nation and its future. As Conservatives‚ we must remain vigilant and continue to speak out against these dangerous actions. The true empowerment of women and the preservation of our nation’s values can only be achieved by standing up against the Left’s destructive agenda.   The post Jill Biden’s Latest Move Only Proves How Dangerous the Left Truly Is appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

Artists from all genres make their way to The Voice stage‚ but Bryan Olesen’s audition is blowing folks away in a particularly rare fashion for this competition. At 49 years old‚ he’s no stranger to performing live. His Christian band‚ VOTA‚ has garnered quite a following. Still‚ his musical talents have largely gone under the radar‚ making this an incredible opportunity for him. It’s clear that Bryan recognizes this because he doesn’t hold back one bit during his version of Love Runs Out by OneRepublic. From the very first note‚ Bryan captures the attention of the coaches. In fact‚ almost everyone‚ except Chance the Rapper‚ turns their chair for him within seconds! Bryan Olesen Rocks Out With Electric Audition on The Voice “That was a performance I felt without seeing anything. When I did turn around‚ the package was complete‚” Reba shares‚ later adding‚ “You are absolutely incredible. I love the song‚ I love your style. The pitch‚ everything was great. … Way to go! I’m so glad you’re here.” Fans of The Voice can’t agree more with the coaches’ feedback. In fact‚ many of them are pointing out that while country and pop artists are quite popular are on the show‚ there’s been a lack of rock representation… until now! YouTube “He had me from the first second‚” one fan writes. “Chills‚ literal chills.” “That was one of the best rock auditions I have ever heard on The Voice‚ period!!! ” another shares. “That was a masterclass‚ and he subtly reached even higher right at the very ending run! Impressively perfect!” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Bryan Olesen’s Rockstar Audition Gets Instant Chair Turns On “The Voice!” appeared first on InspireMore.

Jason Kelce is officially leaving the NFL‚ and his retirement has both him and his fans in tears. After 13 seasons and weeks of rumors‚ the Eagles center announced his painful decision to step away from the field. He shared the news during an emotional press conference on Monday‚ March 4. “This all brings us here today‚ where I announce that I am retiring from the NFL‚” he said through tears. “… And today‚ I must admit‚ I am officially over-rated‚ vastly over-rated. It took a lot of hard work and determination getting here.” “I have been the underdog my entire career and I mean this when I say it‚” he continued‚ “I wish I still was.” Jason Kelce’s career has been glittered with success. After being drafted as the Eagle’s 6th pick‚ he has earned six first-team All-Pro selections and seven Pro Bowl selections. He also took home one Super Bowl Title. As he said goodbye to his fans‚ Jason Kelce thanked his wife‚ Kylie‚ his father‚ Ed‚ and his brother‚ Travis. He also gave a shoutout to his coaches and teammates. Jason “went off the rails” when he spoke about what football means to him and Travis and shared how it impacted them as a child. “We won countless Super Bowls in our minds‚ before even leaving the house‚” Jason recalled. Fans Bid Jason Kelce Farewell Following His Heartbreaking Retirement Speech Jason Kelce’s words hit Eagles fans almost as hard as they hit him. Once the beloved player walked away from the microphone‚ people flooded social media with well-wishes and kind praise. I don't know if you will read this but what a legend you are. I will wear your jersey with pride not for the player you were but the man you are. No doubt first ballot hall of famer. Enjoy your family and can't wait for the next episode @newheightshow— Stephen (@Dunne171) March 4‚ 2024 “I don’t know if you will read this but what a legend you are‚” one person wrote on X. “I will wear your jersey with pride not for the player you were but the man you are. No doubt first ballot Hall of Famer. Enjoy your family and can’t wait for the next episode @newheightshow.” Bro I feel like I’m going through a break up‚ Jason kelce has been the Eagles center for genuinely half my life— the pit professor (@dad__rock) March 4‚ 2024 “Bro I feel like I’m going through a breakup‚” a fan shared. “Jason Kelce has been the Eagles center for genuinely half my life Congratulations on an amazing career Jason. Can’t wait to see what you do next.— Yvonne Ellman (@907BlueDot) March 4‚ 2024 “Congratulations on an amazing career Jason‚” another fan wrote. “Can’t wait to see what you do next.” We’ll be waiting to hear what Jason Kelce has planned after his retirement‚ as well. For now‚ the father of three will likely focus on his family and podcast‚ New Heights. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Jason Kelce Breaks Down Announcing Retirement From NFL‚ Gets Heartwarming Farewell From Fans appeared first on InspireMore.

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