1 hour ago, BigRedBuster said:

 

Never cared for Sen Scott.  He is fumbling with his words because the GOP is in an untannable position now with the abortion laws.  The only 'bright spot', if you want to call it that,  is that this will surely lead to Trump's defeat and will also secure the house and senate for the Dems - which could bring moderation on this issue.  Not that the House & Senate will be able to control states, but rather gaining the house and senate may help down ticket candidates at the state level.  Except here in Okla where the filing dead line has passed and the GOP is assured continued control, before the casting of any votes,  of the Okla House and Senate due to the total # of unchallenged races.  This will lead to more engrained corruption as the GOP gains absolute power in the state.   

IMHO, The GOP missed the opportunity with Haley - I think she would have worked towards some national consensus on this issue - as a woman leader- she can see both sides. 

9 minutes ago, knapplc said:

Looks like the guy who offered to cover Orange Man Bad's bond isn't able to produce proper assurance of liquidity.

 

 

Letitia James to Begin Claiming Donald Trump's Properties: Lawyer

 

An insurance company will not be permitted to post a $175 million bond for Donald Trump while he appeals a fraud judgment, a former federal prosecutor has said.

 

Eric Lisann was reacting to a separate comment by another lawyer, Dave Kingman, who wrote that Knight Specialty Insurance will not be able to post the bond for Trump.

 

Kingman wrote that, as a result, New York Attorney General Letitia James will be able to begin enforcement proceedings on Donald Trump's properties.

 

A New York court has rejected Knight Specialty's paperwork and said it wanted to see more information on its financial backing. The company filed new paperwork on April 4.

 

Trump must post the $175 million bond to prevent James from beginning enforcement proceedings after a judge fined the former president $454 million in February for fraudulently inflating the value of his assets.

 

Writing on X, formerly Twitter, one-time federal prosecutor Lisann wrote that Knight Speciality might not be able to post the bond for Trump and will be liable for the full amount because it had given a guarantee to the court.

 

"Looks like there is a real possibility that this Don Hankey-owned Knight Specialty Insurance does not itself have liquidity, and did not get from Trump collateral, sufficient to provide legally cognizable assurance that it can pay $175 million on demand in the event of a judgment-affirming appeal," he said.

 

"But the Trumpian part is that even though, or perhaps because, it may be part of a Trump scam, Knight now too may be on the hook for $175 million as it won't automatically get out from underneath its own proffered surety."

 

Hankey, a billionaire, has already said that his company will be able to post the money for Trump.

 

He was reacting to a comment on X by lawyer Dave Kingman, who wrote that Knight will not be able to post the $175 million.

 

"Understand that Knight Specialty has a problem. This bond cannot be approved. Under the CPLR [Civil Practice Laws and Rules] the surety will remain obligated under the bond until a replacement bond is filed. Trump is unlikely to get a replacement bond. Knight Spec will be liable AND Trump won't have a stay [on enforcement]," he wrote.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

So If I read that correctly - The Fraudster, pulled another con, this time on a Knight Specialty - who may have been involved in the con.  But since their bluff was called, Knight, the assistant fraudster, will be on the hook for the bond while the # 1 Fraudster is off the hook for it

Legal minds please clarify. 

  Big brave guy when storming the Capitol. Snowflake now

28 minutes ago, teachercd said:

Sooooo much eclipse talk.  We get it, there is going to be an eclipse.  

 

With that said, I am positive there will be a small group of people protesting the eclipse.!  

Actually - SE Okla is in the direct path.  At my work in NE Okla we will be sitting outside with ice cream and the appropriate glasses for view it.

2 minutes ago, TGHusker said:

Stupid Is, As Stupid Does.

 

Buzz just landed at a Trump rally.  He is reporting back now:

2 hours ago, BigRedBuster said:

 

 

Stupid Is, As Stupid Does.

26 minutes ago, knapplc said:

 

It allowed for some interesting climate research, too.

 

https://globalnews.ca/news/2934513/empty-skies-after-911-set-the-stage-for-an-unlikely-climate-change-experiment/

Interesting article.   Kind of like when things were shut down around the world due to covid.  It seems the planet had an opportunity to breath and restore itself some. 

Trump's bond situation still has some issues to be worked out.   

Trump Bond Pickle - going from sweet to sour??

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The $175 million bond former President Donald Trump posted in his civil fraud case came under scrutiny Thursday as the New York attorney general’s office asked the insurance company that helped him secure it to show they’re financially sound enough to pay the bond—putting the bond at risk of being invalidated in 10 days if proof isn’t provided.

 

Trump and his business associates posted bond on Monday for $175 million in his civil fraud case, after an appeals court lowered the amount that Trump had to pay immediately while he appeals the case (down from the more than $464 million a judge ordered the defendants to pay after finding them liable for fraud).

 

That bond was underwritten by Knight Specialty Insurance Company—chaired by billionaire Don Hankey, who told Forbes he approached Trump about the bond, which he said was collateralized through a combination of cash and investment-grade bonds.

The attorney general’s office, which brought the case against Trump, filed a motion Thursday asking for Knight to provide more information about its financials and how the bond was collateralized, because the company is not admitted in New York.

For companies providing bonds that aren’t admitted in New York, they have to show they’re capable of covering the full amount of the bond, demonstrating the company is financially sound and that the person who owes money has put up enough collateral to cover the full bond.

Trump and his co-defendants filed an updated bond with the court on Thursday—before the attorney general’s filing—that included more information about the company’s financials and certified their accuracy, but the attorney general’s office said that does not fully address what the company and defendants are required to provide.

Trump and his co-defendants now have 10 days to provide the court with additional information about the bond and Knight’s financials, the attorney general’s filing notes—and if they don’t, the bond will be “without effect,” though Knight would still be on the hook to pay the $175 million until Trump secures a new bond.

Trump’s attorneys and Knight have not yet responded to requests for comment on the attorney general’s filing and whether they will file more proof.

What To Watch For

The ex-president is appealing his loss in the civil fraud case, though it’s unclear how long that will take. While the appeals court has allowed him to only post the $175 million bond while he appeals the ruling, he and his co-defendants will still be liable for the full amount they owe should they lose their appeal. That amount is growing by the day, as it accrues at a nine percent interest rate each year—amounting to more than $111,000 per day for Trump alone, who’s been ordered to pay more than $454.2 million in total. (The rest of the $464 million payment is based on $4 million fines for Eric Trump and Donald Trump, Jr., and $1 million owed by ex-CFO Allen Weisselberg.) Interest will keep accruing until the amount is fully paid off, despite the bond and Trump appealing the judgment.

 

Trump and his family's cozy relationship with the Saudi prince may be trouble for Biden during this election season.  

https://thehill.com/opinion/energy-environment/4574750-is-saudi-arabia-trying-to-sabotage-biden/

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Is Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman trying to sabotage Joe Biden’s reelection bid? It’s quite possible. The Saudi leader, known as MBS, has made clear his disdain for President Biden, and his fury over insults lobbed at him by this White House. He is a powerful force behind the current surge in oil prices, which could — if sustained — contribute to Biden’s defeat.

Oil prices are soaring — up 19 percent since the start of the year. Since they lag behind crude oil, gasoline prices have only jumped 14 percent so far. But, unless oil markets take a giant step backwards, prices at the pump will steadily increase into the summer driving season and pummel Biden’s popularity.

This happened two years ago. As gasoline prices rose to an all-time high of $5 per gallon in June 2022, Biden’s approval ratings tanked. He started the year at 43.2 percent approval and by the July 4 holiday, when millions of Americans take to the roads, he had slipped to 38.1 percent.

Why are oil prices rising? There are a number of factors, including Russia’s war against Ukraine, turbulence and fear of escalation in the Middle East and also some revival in China’s growth and demand for energy. But it is the ongoing production cuts agreed to by OPEC+, engineered in large part by Saudi Arabia, that are really lifting prices.

In recent days, OPEC+ held a ministerial meeting at which members recommitted to continuing voluntary cuts of 2.2 million barrels per day until June. The decision had been expected, but nonetheless signaled that Saudi Arabia and Russia, the world’s leading oil exporters, are determined to keep prices high. MBS is the key decision-maker for Saudi Arabia; by virtue of the kingdom’s unique position as “swing producer,” he is also the dominant voice within OPEC+.

For Russia, high oil prices are critical to winning its battle with Ukraine. Biden, after Putin invaded its neighbor, boasted that the U.S. and its allies were imposing draconian penalties to hold Moscow accountable. Biden said, “The totality of our sanctions and export controls is crushing the Russian economy.” He cited the sharp decline of the ruble and predicted the Moscow stock exchange would “probably collapse.”

Since that day, one month into the conflict, the ruble has rebounded 47 percent and the main Russian stock index is up 37 percent, only 25 percent below its all-time high. How has Russia managed? By teaming with the Saudis to curtail production and boost oil prices.

For the Russians, high oil prices are a matter of survival. For the Saudis, skyrocketing oil costs are essential to fulfilling the grandiose economic vision of MBS. They are also key to exacting revenge against Biden, who early on went out of his way to insult the young heir apparent. The White House indicated it intended to “recalibrate” its relationship with the Saudis, and especially with MBS, who had worked successfully with the Trump White House.

Having vowed on the campaign trail in 2019 to make Saudi Arabia “the pariah that they are,” Biden initially shunned the crown prince, agreeing to speak only to his ailing father King Salman. In addition, the White House released a report accusing MBS of responsibility for the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and terminated sales of offensive weapons needed by Saudi Arabia to conduct its war in Yemen. Moreover, Biden rescinded Trump’s terror designation for the Houthis, despite the group having attacked Saudi oil infrastructure.

Worse, the Biden team attempted to revive the nuclear deal with Iran, Saudi Arabia’s bitter enemy.

Early in Biden’s presidency, the Saudis surprised oil traders by leading OPEC to not increase oil output, despite rising demand; prices jumped 4 percent. It was MBS’s first salvo, reminding Biden of the importance of the U.S.-Saudi alliance, which has been in place since 1945, and of his own ascendance.

 

17 minutes ago, teachercd said:

It looks cool.  I remember when I was a kid, staring up at those trails from the planes.  

Remember after 911 and all planes were grounded - the absence of chemtrails, er I mean contrails was very noticeable.   

1 hour ago, BigRedBuster said:

 

They believe in using & abusing others and their money 

6 minutes ago, knapplc said:

 

It's astronomically smaller. 

 

And that doesn't mention the devout Christians who abuse their kids, physically, emotionally, and worse. 

 

And yet little to no ink is spilled on these pages about that by the same people who are ENRAGED by a coincidence of holidays. 

I, as a Christian, am not offended the least by the TG day. I don't have to defend my faith, my God, My Christ because of it.  If God's essential nature is love (and it is - all other attributes are defined by love), then God isn't offended.  No reason for me to be.  God's nature isn't judgment, his actions towards us aren't retributive - it is always based on love.  We are each set on our own personal journey and I believe that journey ultimately takes us to knowing and experiencing the God of love - whether in this life or the next. 

Unfortunately, the average Christian isn't that much different then the average Joe who isn't a Christian.  As you mention, many appear devout on the outside but are battling demons of their own on the inside - which leads to abuse of self and others.   I know this all too well - in years past, I allowed anger, the result of the need to control out of deep wounding by my parents to lead me to hurt those I love (not physically but emotionally).   But experiencing healing has enabled me to rise above abusive words of anger - as I have experienced the healing love of God in a fresh and new way in my 60s (at age 68 - I'm probably one of the oldest on HB).   So that is my journey. I'm very sadden by those who profess faith but remain abusive.  They like those who don't profess faith & who are abusive still need to confront those demons and find their path to healing.  Of course, sometimes it takes jail time for that to occur for some.  Until then, their confession of faith is just that - words not lived out - a form of godliness without the power.  

13 hours ago, Vince R. said:

I think Nebraska is going to kick their a$$ to be honest. The defense is going to match up well and our offense will be much better in handling the game and not turning the ball over. Nebraska has a better roster and ended with the better team last year. 

How about some      We win the first 7 and 3 out of our last 5.    This year we finally beat Iowa and Wiscy in the same year. 

Ok, now I will wait for the yearly reality to slap me in the face.  

56 minutes ago, Red Five said:

A) The Athletic is a great source for sports/CFB info. Well worth the subscription if you can find a special they run a few times a year.
 

B) Influential CFB people are pushing for a 80 team league (70 teams fixed, 10 teams can go up/down based on records).Colletive bargaining with players, one TV contract for all 80 team. 

 

But it’s nothing to worry about right now because it doesn’t have B1G or SEC backing (because they would be taking a pay cut to do this).

 

 

Thanks

This guy, in the article link below,  has a unique way of 'fixing the problem' - 4 regional groups of 16 -  I immediately noticed that he doesn't have Minnesota, NW, Indiana and Rutgers in the Tier 1 group.   He then elaborates on how a schedule would work and how players would be paid based on Tier. 

https://washedmedia.com/blog/i-fixed-college-football

Tier 1

Tier 2

14 hours ago, Mavric said:

 

Pay wall.  Do you have a summary?

13 hours ago, commando said:

not exactly the right thread...but no others are close so.....iran is being attacked by islamic militants from Pakistan

 

 

The Middle East is one screwed up part of the world.

1 hour ago, knapplc said:

How is this guy polling above even 1%? Good gravy.

 

 

Agreed - but even stranger:   

How does a guy with 91 87 felony indictments, a guy convicted of rape and fraud, a guy facing jail time for insurrection charges and hush money charges and a guy who took secret govt documents and bragged about having them get the 88% of the primary vote of a whole party??   Pretty bad gravy in my book -  Knapp - the kind you wouldn't but on any of your prized recipes.  

Regarding RFKjr -    pretty nutso  - and can you imagine listening to that voice for 4 years 

15 hours ago, BigRedBuster said:

How does any military person still support this piece of s#!t. 
 

 

Remember that he thinks any of them that are injured or dead are just pathetic suckers. And, he really doesn’t like them if they were prisoners of war. 
 

So, he doesn’t give a s#!t about these troops. 

And this POS thinks it shows his importance that the Iranians would give him a heads up call. 

1 hour ago, teachercd said:

Was driving the other day and saw a big a$$ moving truck.  

 

Firefighters on the move.  A f#&%ing moving company.  

Don't forget about Firehouse Subs - not sure if you have those sub shops in your area. 

43 minutes ago, BigRedBuster said:

 

There is nothing Trump does that isn't corrupt in some way.

12 minutes ago, teachercd said:

Haha!  I bet if we do some research we will find connections to firemen as producers for those movies. 

Yeah and their side business - Making calendars for Girl Scouts to sell

Just now, teachercd said:

100% that he is just a smart dude that realizes firemen have been ripping off taxpayers for years.

 

I blame the movie Backdraft and most Hallmark Holiday movies where the fireman is a hot piece of a$$ that also loves kids, Christmas, baking, orphans and the elderly.  

Hard combination to compete with.  Dang Hallmark - always knew they were a fireman propaganda organization.

8 hours ago, teachercd said:

First of all, sooooo many red pick up trucks!

 

Secondly, he is totally right.  Why are they going shopping while they are working!

 

I know the work-from-homers do that because, well, they clearly don't work as much.  But those guys are on the clock at the station.   Why not ORDER the food online and have it dropped off, why not have a guy that is about to start his shift pick it up at the store.

 

I don't see teachers out there doing this.

Of course Teach you aren't doing it ......... you're spending your productive time on Husker Board

13 hours ago, BigRedBuster said:

@teachercd was caught protesting. 
 

 

$10 he's a trump voter.