Dear President Trump, Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. AND CONGRATULATIONS LT. COL. SCHELLER

Shortly after I read his book 'CRISIS of COMMAND', I found it compelling to write on behalf of Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller for the injustice he received from the Biden/Harris Administration.

And so, I wrote.

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Dear President Trump

Dear President Trump,

Trust and confidence of our armed forces has become a focal point during the Biden-Harris Administration and needs restoration to its previous respect on the world's stage.  At this time I can think of no other man to fulfill that task than former Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller.

Please re-call to active duty with a well-deserved promotion to General and Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces...and future Secretary of Defense. 

Sincerely,

Storm'n Norm'n

____________________________________

Apparently, someone up the chain of command liked my suggestion and made a wish come true; for today I came across the following headline:

  

Two officers were fired for bucking their chain of command. Now they’re going to work at the Pentagon.

President Donald Trump has tapped two former lieutenant colonels, Stuart Scheller and Matthew Lohmeier, for Defense Department positions years after they were relieved of command for publicly criticizing senior military leaders.

Now I didn't know about the other officer, Lt. Col. Matthew Lohmeier, but as a 21-year veteran of the armed forces myself, I'm highly satisfied of the decision maker's decision.  Scheller was right in his criticisms about the withdrawal from Afghanistan, not because I said so, but most of America's patriots also agree... and Lohmeier is a true American patriot.

By the way, Scheller's book is a great read from cover to cover and I don't recommend it to boost his sales; I recommend it to let the un-informed public know the truth when a corrupt Commander-In-Chief is sitting in the White House. ~ Norman Hooben

See also:

Trump Taps Officer Who Castigated Lack of Afghan Accountability for Defense Department Post

Fast forward to 41:50 on the next video.

When they were passing out brains I wished that I was in the same line with Chamath Palihapitiya

Here is a list of words...

After listening to (See Tucker Carlson interview below.) Chamath Palihapitiya, describe him in one word.*

• cosmopolitan

• smart

• polished

• worldly

• civilized

• bored

• worldly-wise

• pragmatic

• cultured

• experienced

• sober

• cynical

• realistic

• urbane

• seasoned

• suave

• cultivated

• refined

• pragmatical

• skeptical

• practiced

• knowing

• jaded

• schooled

• down-to-earth

*I don't think it's possible.

Illegal Immigrant Labor Bulletin

Illegal Immigrant Labor Bulletin

Attention general contractors, owner builders, home owners, sub-contractors and building material suppliers:

The country’s legal system is cracking down on illegal immigrant laborers, now

numbering approximately 11 million. A major portion of this labor force is found in the construction industry. Congress is discussing this problem and it is anticipated that legislation will be passed to toughen the laws to deal decisively with this problem.All employers and home owners should be aware of the immigration laws. There are legal repercussions to utilizing illegal immigrant labor on construction sites, from the Federal and State courts, Internal Revenue Service, North Carolina Revenue Service, and the Immigration and Naturalization Service.Federal Immigration and Nationality Act Section 8 USC 1324(a)(1)(A)(iv)(b)(iii) states:It is unlawful to hire an alien, knowing the alien is unauthorized to work in the United States. It is unlawful to hire an individual for employment in the United States without complying with employment eligibility verification requirements. Requirements include examination of identity documents and completion of Form I-9 for every employee hired. It is a violation of law for any person to conceal, harbor, or shield from detection in any place, including any building or means of transportation, any alien who is in the United States in violation of the law. Penalties upon conviction include criminal fines, imprisonment, and forfeiture of vehicles and real property used to commit the crime.Given the attention that illegal immigration is receiving nationwide, the Transylvania County Board of Commissioners want to make sure that its citizens are aware of the consequences of knowingly hiring an illegal immigrant, or hiring sub-contractors who use illegal immigrant labor. To report suspicious activity, call the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement toll free at 1-866-347-2433 or visit their website at www.ice.gov.

To M.H., I posted this one just for you.

I know we talked about this the other day but I had trouble looking for my copy so I found it easier to used the (still available) on line copy.

 

Medical Examiner Finds USCP Officer Brian Sicknick Died of Natural Causes

April 19, 2021 

Press Release

The USCP accepts the findings from the District of Columbia's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner that Officer Brian Sicknick died of natural causes. This does not change the fact Officer Sicknick died in the line of duty, courageously defending Congress and the Capitol.

The Department continues to mourn the loss of our beloved colleague. The attack on our officers, including Brian, was an attack on our democracy.

Working with the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia, the F.B.I.'s Washington Field Office and the Metropolitan Police Department, the USCP will continue to ensure those responsible for the assault against officers are held accountable.

Officer Sicknick, 42, joined the Department in July 2008, and most recently served in the Department's First Responder's Unit.

On March 14, Julian Elie Khater, 32, of State College, Pennsylvania, and George Pierre Tanios, 39, of Morgantown, West Virginia, were arrested for assaulting Officer Sicknick.

Khater and Tanios are each charged with one count of conspiracy to injure an officer; three counts of assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon; one count of civil disorder; one count of obstructing or impeding an official proceeding; one count of physical violence on restricted grounds, while carrying dangerous weapon and resulting in significant bodily injury; and one count of violent entry and disorderly conduct, act of physical violence on Capitol grounds.

The United States Capitol Police will never forget Officer Sicknick's bravery, nor the bravery of any officer on January 6, who risked their lives to defend our democracy.

Officer Sicknick's family requests their privacy be respected during this difficult time.

Will I see it in my lifetime?

 

 

Reckless (formerly reckless) deadman vs his killer music teacher...This should be an open and shut case in favor of the music teacher 🎶

 

Keith Sullivan and family 

Murder trial set for man who shot ‘deranged’ neighbor; Supporters say Alabama’s Stand Your Ground Law has failed

January 17, 2025 by Erica Thomas

The murder trial for a man who shot and killed a trespasser in Dekalb County is set for March, despite evidence he was standing his ground.

Keith Sullivan of the Grove Oak community shot and killed his neighbor, Gregory Bagwell, in May 2023. Bagwell allegedly terrorized his neighbors for years. Community members called him “deranged,” and he had been banned from the local gas station due to his erratic behavior.

According to a video by the group “We Stand with Keith,” things happened in the hours leading up to the shooting, making Sullivan believe his life was in danger.

911 callers reported Bagwell, who had previously burned down his own home, was trying to destroy the trailer he lived in, which he did not own. Bagwell was one of the callers.

Police responded, and Bagwell claimed his neighbors had been sodomizing him all day and he asked who called the police. After officers left, Bagwell showed up on Sullivan’s front porch around 2 a.m. Sullivan told his wife to call 911 and went outside. Sullivan said Bagwell reached towards his waistband and moved abruptly toward him. That’s when Sullivan opened fire.

Sullivan later passed a polygraph test, saying he believed Bagwell had a weapon.

Bagwell’s criminal history included drug charges, reckless endangerment, arson, shooting into neighbor’s homes and having a standoff with police. Some of his crimes were featured in statewide news coverage. A previous bond for Bagwell had been revoked three days before the shooting.

Sullivan, a music teacher and church music director, has no criminal history, not even a traffic ticket. He pleaded not guilty to murder. He was denied immunity under Alabama’s Stand Your Ground law.

Supporters say if Sullivan is not immune, the law does not need to exist.

Sullivan’s trial is set for March 3.

To connect with the author of this story or to comment, email erica.thomas@1819news.com.

Meanwhile back in 2015

Huntsville Real-Time News

DeKalb County man arrested after allegedly shooting at deputies, standoff

Published: Aug. 21, 2015, 9:16 p.m.

By 

• Jonathan Grass

DeKalb County deputies ended up in a standoff with a suspect shooting at them Friday morning.

Gregory Bagwell

Chief Deputy Michael Edmondson reports that the sheriff's office got a call at of shots fired at about 4 a.m. The caller said bullets hit a residence on County Road 550.

Edmondson said the residence was dark when deputies arrived. They were then fired upon from a nearby residence. Edmondson and Sheriff Jimmy Harris report that deputies got the homeowners to safety and took cover. They said the shooting lasted for about 30 more minutes.

Deputies called in the DeKalb County Special Response Team and Fort Payne City Police to assist. They shot tear gas into the home once the shooting stopped. Deputies report there was a brief standoff before they could get the suspect in custody.

Gregory Mark Bagwell, 53, of Grove Oak was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment.

"This was a dangerous situation and thanks to the deputies, SRT Team, Fort Payne Police Department, State Fire Marshal, Geraldine Police Department, Fyffe Police Department, DeKalb County Drug Task Force, DeKalb Ambulance Service, Grove Oak Fire Department and Air Evac we were able to get Bagwell in custody without incident. This is another example of how agencies working together can make a difference in the safety in DeKalb County," Harris said.

AL.com's news partner, WHNT News 19, reports Bagwell has posted anti-law enforcement messages on social media in the past and has been arrested before. Edmondson told the TV station they've been called about him shooting within the past week and that he's shot holes inside his home.

Meanwhile...

Who decides? 

Grand Jury

The grand jury is a group of eighteen citizens summoned to hear evidence about crimes which have allegedly been committed within its jurisdiction. The grand jury determines whether there is enough evidence to proceed to trial.

The grand jury proceedings are held in private. The only people allowed before the grand jury are the district attorney, the court reporter, and witnesses. You, as a victim, will not be allowed in the grand jury room either, unless you are giving testimony as a witness. The judge, defendant, and defense attorney are also not allowed to be present. In unusual circumstances, the defendant may testify. After listening to the testimony, the grand jury decides by majority vote whether to issue an indictment or a "true bill." If the grand jury decides there is not enough evidence to continue to charge the defendant, they will "no bill" the case. If a case is "no billed," the charge is dismissed and the defendant is released from custody if he/she was being held.

You may be notified by the victim service officer in the district attorney's office of the outcome of the grand jury. If it is "true billed," it will be given to the judge to set a date for the next court proceeding.

If you would like to take an active role in your case, inform the district attorney in writing of your request.

Go here for full explanation of Alabama’s law

Worrisome Predictions for the first ten days in office.

 

World Opinion

 

As presidency expires, Biden pardons 5 family members for 10 years, Fauci, Cheney and others

Suzanne Bates

Mon, January 20, 2025 at 2:23 PM CST

4 min read

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and
Infectious Diseases, arrives to speak about the coronavirus in the
James Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House,
April 22, 2020, in Washington. | Alex Brandon

In his last day as president, Joe Biden pardoned five members of his extended family, including his two brothers, James Biden and Francis Biden, and his sister Valerie Biden Owens. He also issued pardons to former White House medical adviser Anthony Fauci, who helped coordinate the nation’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  For full story go here: https://www.yahoo.com/news/presidency-expires-biden-pardons-5-2023⁸34402.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall

STORM'N NORM'N
 world opinion
Click on picture to enlarge. 

INAUGURATION DAY 2025

 

Despite what Obama proclaimed.

RedNote: China's Trojan Horse in America's Military

RedNote: China's Trojan Horse in America's Military

@amuse
Jan 18, 2025




The modern battlefield is no longer confined to trenches and airstrips; it extends to the palm of your hand. As TikTok faces a legislative ban starting on Sunday, its CCP-controlled successor, RedNote, is rapidly filling the void. This new social media platform has captured the attention of an alarming demographic: young U.S. military personnel. Unwittingly, they are providing the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) with real-time intelligence on America’s forces. While one soldier’s post of a training session or a day on an aircraft carrier may seem harmless, the aggregated data from thousands of such posts creates a mosaic of intelligence. It is a mosaic the CCP can weaponize against us. The implications of RedNote’s data practices represent a monumental threat to national security, exposing the vulnerability of America’s defenders to foreign surveillance and influence.

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The Mosaic Effect: Turning Innocuous Data into Strategic Gold

Sun Tzu once observed, "Know your enemy and know yourself and you can fight a hundred battles without disaster." In today’s world, one might amend that to include infinite information. RedNote, operating under the guise of a harmless entertainment app, has unparalleled data-collection capabilities. From GPS tracking to facial and object recognition, RedNote siphons information from its users at a granular level. When aggregated across thousands of accounts, this information paints a precise and comprehensive picture of U.S. military operations, personnel movements, and even strategic assets.

Take Captain Emily Barkemeyer, for instance, a decorated C-17 Globemaster III pilot turned social media influencer. Her engaging posts about life as a pilot have captivated audiences worldwide, including RedNote’s algorithm. Every video she uploads not only shares the awe of American aviation but also details about the aircraft, its location, and operational schedules. Multiply her profile by thousands of service members, and the CCP gains an unfiltered view of America’s defense apparatus.



This mosaic effect—where isolated data points merge into actionable intelligence—cannot be overstated. The simplicity of RedNote’s interface belies its complexity. In mere minutes, artificial intelligence can extract patterns, identify high-value targets, and map critical installations. A training exercise filmed at a base today could become the blueprint for an adversary’s counter-strategy tomorrow.


RedNote’s Legal and Technical Infrastructure: A Security Nightmare

The app’s capabilities are alarming, but its obligations under Chinese law compound the threat. Under China’s National Intelligence Law, all companies must cooperate with government intelligence efforts upon request. RedNote’s parent company—rooted firmly in Beijing—is no exception. Despite its glossy marketing aimed at Western audiences, RedNote operates as an extension of CCP surveillance policy. Every user’s data, from a soldier’s GPS coordinates to their interactions with other accounts, is effectively a resource for Beijing.

Moreover, RedNote’s integration with third-party analytics platforms such as Google Analytics and Supabase exposes this data to a labyrinth of networks. These connections amplify the risk of breaches and unauthorized access, turning even seemingly protected systems into sieves for sensitive information. We are certain that this data will find its way to malign actors inside of the Chinese government and military. The app’s vague encryption protocols and Mandarin-dominated privacy policies leave more questions than answers.
The Financial Lure: Paying Soldiers to Post

Adding insult to injury, RedNote actively incentivizes its users with financial rewards. Influencers, including military personnel, are compensated for creating content that garners engagement. Imagine the irony: the CCP paying American soldiers to unwittingly document and share sensitive aspects of their service. These incentives not only encourage participation but also foster a culture of oversharing. Military members, drawn by the allure of social media fame and monetary rewards, risk undermining their oath to safeguard America’s interests.

Historically, we’ve seen how financial enticements have served as tools of espionage. During the Cold War, Soviet agents didn’t rely solely on ideology to recruit informants; they offered cash. Today, RedNote’s approach is subtler but no less effective. The app’s micro-payments are digital breadcrumbs leading straight to the CCP’s treasure trove of intelligence.
The Broader Implications: A Digital Pearl Harbor

Just as the attack on Pearl Harbor exploited a lack of preparedness, RedNote’s rise exposes America’s blind spot in the digital age. The dissemination of strategic military information via a foreign-controlled platform echoes the complacency that left the Pacific Fleet vulnerable in 1941. Sun Tzu warned, "Opportunities multiply as they are seized." For the United States, the obstacle of RedNote must become an opportunity to fortify our digital defenses.

The geopolitical stakes are immense. As America grapples with adversaries in the Indo-Pacific, the CCP’s ability to analyze U.S. military readiness via RedNote’s data streams could tip the balance of power. From tactical advantages in potential conflicts to psychological operations aimed at demoralizing our troops, the risks extend beyond cyberspace and into the realm of kinetic warfare.

Conclusion

In the hands of the CCP, RedNote is more than an app; it’s a weaponized portal into America’s military. By leveraging the habits of young service members enamored with social media, China gains an unprecedented strategic edge. This is not a theoretical concern but a pressing reality that demands immediate action.

Ronald Reagan famously quipped, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.” Today, that extinction threat doesn’t arrive in tanks or missiles but in the guise of a sleek app promising entertainment and connection. The onus falls on American leadership—military, political, and cultural—to recognize the dangers and sever RedNote’s access to our troops. Failure to act will leave us not only exposed but complicit in our own undoing.

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