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		<title>Trump Calls Out ANC As Farm Murder Crisis Deepens</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frederic Egersdorfer]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 05:46:47 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 data-start="171" data-end="240"><em>Government Insists These Are “Just Crimes” — Critics Say Otherwise</em></h2>
<h3 data-start="171" data-end="240">A Divided Narrative: Trump’s Warning And South Africa’s Silence</h3>
<p data-start="242" data-end="653">Donald Trump’s recent remarks have once again ignited a global debate over South Africa’s farm murders and the alleged racial double standards in both local and international coverage. The former U.S. president publicly accused the ANC of ignoring racially motivated violence against white farmers — a claim that has drawn both fierce criticism and silent validation depending on which media outlet one reads.</p>
<p data-start="655" data-end="1165">South African content creator <strong data-start="685" data-end="698">StephanZA</strong> echoed Trump’s sentiments, calling out what he describes as the “media blackout” on farm attacks. In his latest commentary, he referenced the murder of <strong data-start="851" data-end="886">KwaZulu-Natal farmer Mike Pryor</strong>, arguing that national coverage often downplays such incidents or buries them in local news feeds. Pryor’s killing, he claims, is “one of countless tragedies” that point to a targeted trend against white farmers — a claim dismissed by government officials as “misinformation.”</p>
<h3 data-start="1167" data-end="1216">The Facts On The Ground: Mike Pryor’s Death</h3>
<p data-start="1218" data-end="1615">According to a <strong data-start="1233" data-end="1273">report from IOL (Independent Online)</strong>, Mike Pryor was abducted from his home in the Indezi Valley and later found burned in his vehicle. The <strong data-start="1377" data-end="1407">uMngeni Local Municipality</strong> confirmed the tragedy, noting that investigations suggest a possible connection to a disgruntled former employee. The <strong data-start="1526" data-end="1534">SAPS</strong> has opened a murder inquiry, but as of this report, no arrests have been made.</p>
<p data-start="1617" data-end="1996">Local officials, including Deputy Mayor <strong data-start="1657" data-end="1677">Sandile Mnikathi</strong>, condemned the killing and urged vigilance, describing the event as a “reminder of the fragility of our safety.” The IOL coverage, however, remains strictly factual, avoiding any mention of broader racial or political motives — a stark contrast to the narrative emerging from independent commentators like StephanZA.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;" data-start="1617" data-end="1996"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jAzXu8MGDRE?si=DJK-BrMEjvi8zXur" width="1080" height="608" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe></p>
<h3 data-start="1998" data-end="2027">The Statistical Dilemma</h3>
<p data-start="2029" data-end="2515">In his video, StephanZA cited official numbers from <strong data-start="2081" data-end="2115">Justice Minister Ronald Lamola</strong>, who reported 53 farmers killed between 2020 and 2024, alongside 101 farm workers. Yet, when adjusted for population size — roughly <strong data-start="2248" data-end="2304">32,000 farm owners versus nearly one million workers</strong> — the per capita murder rate among farm owners is exponentially higher. These figures raise the uncomfortable question: are these crimes simply opportunistic, or is there an identifiable pattern of targeting?</p>
<p data-start="2517" data-end="2806">While the government continues to frame these attacks as part of South Africa’s broader crime epidemic, critics argue that this narrative downplays the demographic consistency of victims and the brutality of the methods used — often involving torture, humiliation, and symbolic violence.</p>
<h3 data-start="2808" data-end="2844">Between Statistics And Silence</h3>
<p data-start="2846" data-end="3308">The ANC’s official position remains that there is no evidence of a racial or political agenda behind farm murders. Yet, the <strong data-start="2970" data-end="3003">lack of proportional response</strong>, coupled with <strong data-start="3018" data-end="3055">mainstream media’s muted coverage</strong>, continues to erode public trust. The growing divide between official statistics and lived experiences within rural communities fuels suspicion of something deeper — a systemic neglect, if not a quiet acceptance, of violence against a specific group.</p>
<p data-start="3310" data-end="3644">As Donald Trump’s comments bring the issue back to the global stage, South Africans find themselves asking hard questions:<br data-start="3432" data-end="3435" />If these attacks were reversed demographically, would the coverage — and outrage — be the same?<br data-start="3530" data-end="3533" />And if the targeting of white farmers continues under official denial, does silence itself become complicity?</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://castingoutdeceptions.co.za/news/local-news/south-africa/trump-calls-out-anc-as-farm-murder-crisis-deepens/">Trump Calls Out ANC As Farm Murder Crisis Deepens</a> appeared first on <a href="https://castingoutdeceptions.co.za">Casting Out Deceptions</a>.</p>
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		<title>Trump Liberating USA From the Central Banking System</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Staff Writer]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:27:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>When he entered the political arena a decade ago, Donald Trump made it clear that...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When he entered the political arena a decade ago, Donald Trump made it clear that he intended to break the power of the Federal Reserve central banking system, which has become an economic manipulator exceeding its mandate at the expense of the sovereign rights of the people. Not surprisingly, globalist economist Mushtak Parker (September 5) is in meltdown as Trump implements his intentions.</p>
<p>Contrary to Parker’s claim, the Federal Reserve is not enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. Monetary matters involving regulating commerce, borrowing money, issuing of currency and regulating its value are the responsibility of Congress as specified in section 8 of Article I of the Constitution. But a key aspect of that role was partially usurped by the establishment of the Federal Reserve in 1913.</p>
<p>In part private and in part public, the Fed is a <i>quasi-government</i> entity.  Six of its nine members of the Board of Directors are elected by private commercial banks. The other three are elected by the Board of Governors, whose seven members represent the public in that they are nominated by the President and approved by the Senate. Since members of the Board of Governors are appointed for 14 years, it is not possible for Trump to dismiss the entire Board, as Parker fears. At the most, he could replace one or two.</p>
<p>Inflation, which Milton Friedman defined as taxation without legislation, is caused by the central banking system, which prints money out of nothing and then charges the government interest for its usage. What is alarming the Federal Reserve and its globalist partners in the EU and the Bank of England is that by seeking to restructure the Fed and bring it into the Treasury, Trump is weakening globalist central banking control; hence, the likes of Parker scream that economic disaster is at hand.</p>
<p>That is why they are opposed to Trump’s tariff policy, because not only is it bringing in billions each month – $31 billion in August – but it is resulting in unprecedented investment in the U.S., expected to reach $15 trillion by January 2026. What that means is a diminishing role for the Fed as the government borrows less from it, thereby becoming less indebted to it. Hence, Trump wants the Fed to cut the interest rate from 4.3% to 1.3% to further accelerate America’s prosperity trajectory.</p>
<p>Essentially, Trump is building a parallel economic system to counter the control which the central banking system, with its globalist, green scam ideology, has over most countries. The accelerating gold and silver prices indicate that the existing globalist financial order is imploding. Mainstream media propagation of the system&#8217;s alarmist narrative is purely to deflect attention from the failing ways of its economic hegemony, exemplified by the energy shambles and recession in Germany.</p>
<p>A booming US economy under Trump poses a nightmare to the globalist central bankers because it exposes the extent to which their debt system stifles economic liberation.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://castingoutdeceptions.co.za/opinion/letter-to-the-editor/trump-liberating-usa-from-the-central-banking-system/">Trump Liberating USA From the Central Banking System</a> appeared first on <a href="https://castingoutdeceptions.co.za">Casting Out Deceptions</a>.</p>
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		<title>Mixed Views of US Bombing of Iranian Nuclear Sites</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mr. L Oosthuizen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:50:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The world at large is a much safer place than it was 2 days ago,...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The world at large is a much safer place than it was 2 days ago, but Trump&#8217;s critics are quick to jump to conclusions that there must be some political motivation for this attack on Iran&#8217;s nuclear sites in Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan. Depending on where you stand with Donald Trump as a mere person or what your ideological or religious views are, the way that you reason and the conclusions that you will reach will be directly linked to your personal belief systems.</p>
<p>Personally, I do not believe that when a regime warns of your annihilation and keeps enriching uranium to weapons grade, I must be so naive to believe that they have just been saying this for fun for several decades now. Iran&#8217;s ties with North Korea and Russia, as well as China, are enough to make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck. Some would say that the US should&#8217;ve never joined this war on terror; others would say that Trump betrayed his own voters, whilst some would call Netanyahu a murderer and all kinds of ugly names, when in fact, both Trump and Netanyahu have proven to be men of truth, men of honour and above all, men of extreme strength.</p>
<p>I cannot think of anything stronger and more admirable than 2 godly men who stand up in power for the Free World, doing what no other nation has ever managed to do—striking Iran in its own backyard so quickly that even the Ayatollah had no idea what had just happened. One moment, Trump was saying that he needed 2 more weeks to think about the next step, and then, suddenly, 6 B-2 bomber jets are flying into Iran and dropping bunker-busting bombs—obliterating Iran&#8217;s proudly protected nuclear sites, deep underneath the hardened, mountainous facility. This has left the world both in awe and also divided us into those who oppose Biblical truths and those of us who believe every word it says, like I do. It is unprecedented how the IDF and the US have managed to pull off this stunning victory over their enemies, the IRGC. Let&#8217;s be clear, this war is not against the Iranian people, but against their evil, suppressive regime. The people of Israel love the Iranians, and there have been reports of multiple Iranian people who are now standing up against their own regime, calling for a complete regime change—Muslims are converting to Christianity, and Iranian women, who have been oppressed for decades, want to burn their hijabs and live free from this ideological prison imposed on them since 1979. Videos can be seen of women letting their hair down and literally freeing themselves from oppression—this is very encouraging. As a Christian believer, I am all about this type of reckless abandonment of decades-long oppression at the hands of the Ayatollah.</p>
<p>My prayer is that more people would realise that this is not only a war against a very nefarious regime, but it&#8217;s also about regime change for Iran, and it&#8217;s about setting the captives free—God bless Trump, Netanyahu, and all those who spread the truth to help the world come to know the love of Christ.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://castingoutdeceptions.co.za/opinion/letter-to-the-editor/mixed-views-of-us-bombing-of-iranian-nuclear-sites/">Mixed Views of US Bombing of Iranian Nuclear Sites</a> appeared first on <a href="https://castingoutdeceptions.co.za">Casting Out Deceptions</a>.</p>
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		<title>Gaza Must Be Rebuilt And Run By The US Government</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mr. L Oosthuizen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 08:59:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Since Hamas has been the ruling power over Gaza since 2006, and we have seen...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Since Hamas has been the ruling power over Gaza since 2006, and we have seen so much terror and aggression come out of that area, maybe it&#8217;s time for a proper revamp! Trump is suggesting the US take over the beautiful city, but France, the UK and Canada, unsurprisingly, want nothing to do with it.</p>
<p>These United Nations are very naive to think that the world must somehow believe that pouring trillions of dollars back into Gaza and having it governed by yet another terror group, such as Hamas or something similar, would improve things in the Middle East would improve! Over the years, we have seen tons of concrete enter Gaza, only to be used by Hamas to build their terror tunnels. Similarly, funds that have entered the region, whether legally or not, have been syphoned to be used in the building of weapons and rockets to use against Israel!</p>
<p>The biggest mistake Hamas ever made was to start another war with Israel. When will they ever learn that attacking this tiny but lethal Jewish nation will only bring pain to their people? The pager attacks of 2024, the death of terror masterminds Hanniyeh, Sinwar, Deif and Nasrallah&#8230; the destruction of Gaza, the Houthis being obliterated by both the US and the IDF&#8230; but yet, they do not back down.</p>
<p>The globalists around the world, better known as the deep state, want nothing more than an all-out war and for Trump to be eliminated. The anti-Israel, anti-America-funded protests are all signs of a very dangerous, global propaganda machine that wants destruction and the West to collapse. Trump wants nothing more than peace, but radical Islam, Marxist leaders and the global cabal of oligarchs and philanthropists of Davos want chaos!</p>
<p>DIRCO of Southern Africa is now also believed to be involved with Radical Islamic propaganda and supporting nations such as Iran and Hamas, according to Rob Hersov. We must be very careful that we do not associate ourselves with terror instead of fighting for peace! We must hold our own government accountable for siding with Iran and China, or Russia. We are heading down a very slippery slope, and the price to pay for all this aggression will be utter destruction and a divided society. It&#8217;s time that we stop feeling sorry for Gaza and look at our own nation and where we stand, politically and globally, in relation to peace-loving nations such as Trump&#8217;s US, Argentina and other free countries. Gaza has been getting what it deserved, and unfortunately, South Africa has been empathising with a people who chose their own demise, willingly.</p>
<p>May God give Trump and Israel the victory so that the world can be a more peaceful place! Right now, Iran and radical Islam are a great threat to mankind.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://castingoutdeceptions.co.za/opinion/letter-to-the-editor/gaza-must-be-rebuilt-and-run-by-the-us-government/">Gaza Must Be Rebuilt And Run By The US Government</a> appeared first on <a href="https://castingoutdeceptions.co.za">Casting Out Deceptions</a>.</p>
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		<title>Mcebisi Jonas&#8217;s Appointment as U.S. Envoy Sparks Controversy Amidst Past Allegations and Diplomatic Strains</title>
		<link>https://castingoutdeceptions.co.za/controversy/mcebisi-jonass-appointment-as-u-s-envoy-sparks-controversy-amidst-past-allegations-and-diplomatic-strains/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frederic Egersdorfer]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:05:51 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>South Africa’s diplomatic chessboard has made its next move—appointing Mcebisi Jonas, a man marred by...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>South Africa’s diplomatic chessboard has made its next move—appointing Mcebisi Jonas, a man marred by controversy, as the new special envoy to the United States. But his previous criticisms of former President Donald Trump and connections to controversial corporate and political sagas are triggering concerns on both sides of the Atlantic. Is this appointment a bold diplomatic masterstroke or a political blunder waiting to implode?</p>
<p class="" data-start="719" data-end="1158">On April 14, 2025, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the appointment of former Deputy Finance Minister <strong data-start="838" data-end="855">Mcebisi Jonas</strong> as the country’s special envoy to the United States. The move follows escalating tensions between the two nations, including U.S. disapproval of South Africa’s legal action against Israel at the International Court of Justice and controversial foreign policy positions aligning with pro-Hamas rhetoric.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1160" data-end="1478">The U.S. under President Donald Trump has already taken action: cutting development aid to South Africa and expelling its ambassador earlier this year. Jonas now steps into a high-stakes diplomatic void, tasked with rebuilding fractured trade relations and navigating an administration known for its retaliatory style.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1480" data-end="1530">But the controversy didn’t take long to resurface.</p>
<p class="" data-start="1532" data-end="1985">In newly circulated video clips and online posts, Jonas is accused of calling Trump a “racist,” “homophobe,” and “narcissist.” While the full context of these remarks remains unclear, they are raising legitimate concerns about his ability to establish trust with the Trump administration. Critics are questioning whether someone with such polarising statements can truly advance bilateral diplomacy or whether he will be persona non grata in Washington.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The Cyril is sending Mcebisi Jonas as his special envoy to the US. Listen to his derogatory insults towards <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a><a href="https://twitter.com/SecRubio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SecRubio</a><a href="https://twitter.com/statedeptspox?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@statedeptspox</a><a href="https://twitter.com/tedcruz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@tedcruz</a><a href="https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WhiteHouse</a></p>
<p>&#8220;I hereby announce the appointment of Mr Mcebisi Jonas as my Special Envoy to the USA, serving as the official… <a href="https://t.co/BCPBlsYoGN">pic.twitter.com/BCPBlsYoGN</a></p>
<p>— My Turn &#8211; South Africa (@AliceVLAuthor) <a href="https://twitter.com/AliceVLAuthor/status/1911804495295860789?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 14, 2025</a></p></blockquote>
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<p class="" data-start="1987" data-end="2264">Adding fuel to the fire, Jonas also serves as the independent non-executive chairman of <strong data-start="2075" data-end="2088">MTN Group</strong>, a telecom giant previously embroiled in a bribery scandal linked to dealings in Iran. Though Jonas is not directly implicated, his association has further muddied the waters.</p>
<p class="" data-start="2266" data-end="2639">Then there’s the unresolved matter of Jonas&#8217;s <strong data-start="2312" data-end="2345">R600 million bribe allegation</strong> involving the <a href="https://www.sowetanlive.co.za/news/2017-02-17-jonas-affidavit-i-met-ajay-gupta-i-was-offered-a-promotion-and-r600-million-to-bring-business-to-the-gupta-family/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">infamous Gupta family</a>. In 2015, he claimed he was offered the money to assume the position of finance minister and facilitate state capture operations. While lauded by some as a whistle-blower, others have accused him of being a fabricated hero in an internal ANC power struggle.</p>
<p class="" data-start="2641" data-end="2943">Supporters argue that Jonas has a track record of speaking out against corruption and that his financial acumen could stabilise relations with the U.S. Yet, detractors point out that his appointment reflects the ANC&#8217;s pattern of rewarding loyal cadres regardless of international optics or credibility.</p>
<p class="" data-start="2967" data-end="3356">In a time when diplomacy demands precision and credibility, the ANC&#8217;s choice of Mcebisi Jonas is either audacious or absurd. The U.S. government is unlikely to forget personal insults against its president, and Jonas’s murky affiliations only compound the perception problem. Is Jonas the fixer South Africa needs, or the last person who should be holding diplomatic talks with Washington?</p>
<p class="" data-start="3358" data-end="3477">Maybe it’s time South Africa asked itself: Can we mend international relations with a match already soaked in gasoline?</p>
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		<title>Trump&#8217;s Appeal to SCOTUS for Delay in TikTok Ban Sparks Debate Over National Security Concerns</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Frederic Egersdorfer]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Dec 2024 10:05:16 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In an escalating saga surrounding TikTok, former President Donald Trump is calling on the U.S....</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In an escalating saga surrounding TikTok, former President Donald Trump is calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to delay the impending ban on the popular social media platform. The request, following a series of legal challenges, highlights the ongoing debate over national security, user privacy, and the influence of foreign tech companies. Trump’s appeal underscores his continued involvement in the issue, even as the platform faces mounting scrutiny over its Chinese ownership. Virginia’s Attorney General has also recently urged SCOTUS to uphold the state’s law requiring TikTok to either divest or face a potential ban, further intensifying the legal battle.</p>
<p>The legal battle surrounding TikTok has reached new heights, with former President Trump requesting that the U.S. Supreme Court delay a ban on the platform. The appeal comes after various lower courts failed to reach a resolution on the matter. Trump, who previously attempted to block TikTok during his administration, argues that there may be an alternative solution to the ban, which could involve negotiations with TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance. His request to SCOTUS reflects his persistent stance on protecting U.S. national security interests, which he claims are at risk due to the app&#8217;s data practices.</p>
<p>At the heart of the debate lies the concern that TikTok’s Chinese ownership allows the Chinese government to access the personal data of American users. The Trump administration’s initial ban attempt was based on these security concerns, claiming the app posed a risk to national security. Despite these fears, TikTok has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing, asserting that it operates independently from the Chinese government.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, Virginia’s Attorney General has intensified the pressure on SCOTUS, urging the court to uphold a state law that could force TikTok to either divest or face a complete ban. This law, designed to counter foreign influence on American technology companies, adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing legal and political battles over TikTok’s future in the U.S.</p>
<p>As the Supreme Court deliberates over the issue, the future of TikTok in the United States remains uncertain. Trump’s involvement in the case further polarizes the debate, with supporters of the ban citing national security risks, while opponents argue the move could stifle free expression and innovation. As legal challenges unfold, the outcome may set significant precedents for how the U.S. handles foreign-owned digital platforms in the age of data privacy and national security concerns.</p>
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		<title>You&#8217;ve Been Trumped Too: Trump vs. Scottish Widow Over Golf Course</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:06:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Investigative Documentary Uncovers the Clash Between Donald Trump and a 92-Year-Old Widow Fighting for Her...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2 style="text-align: justify;"><em>Investigative Documentary Uncovers the Clash Between Donald Trump and a 92-Year-Old Widow Fighting for Her Home</em></h2>
<p style="text-align: justify;">In a world where power often drowns out the voices of the vulnerable, <em>You&#8217;ve Been Trumped Too</em> stands as a poignant reminder of the human cost behind corporate greed. This documentary, filmed by investigative journalist Anthony Baxter, takes us to the serene hills of Scotland, where an elderly widow&#8217;s home becomes the battleground in a David vs. Goliath struggle against one of the world&#8217;s most powerful figures: Donald Trump. What unfolds is not just a story about land or money, but the quiet bravery of an individual standing against the tide of injustice.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The film follows Molly Forbes, a 92-year-old woman whose life is upended by Trump’s development of a luxury golf course in the Scottish Highlands. For Molly, this is not merely a fight over her property; it is a battle to preserve her dignity, her history, and her way of life. The confrontation takes on a deeply personal tone as she steadfastly refuses to sell her home, a place she’s lived for decades. The documentary captures her struggle in raw, emotional detail—her defiance in the face of intimidation, and her refusal to accept a world where corporate giants steamroll over everyday people.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">As Baxter reveals, the conflict is more than a local dispute; it speaks to a larger issue: the disregard for the lives of ordinary people when the interests of the powerful are at stake. The narrative of corporate dominance, embodied in Trump’s pursuit of profit, runs counter to the values of community and respect for those who cannot afford to fight back. With each passing moment, the contrast between the polished political rhetoric and the real human lives caught in its wake becomes clearer.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">What makes this film so compelling is its human element. Watching Molly, with nothing but her tenacity, face off against an empire that has the resources to crush any opposition, tugs at the heartstrings. The audience is left to wonder: How many other lives have been silently destroyed in the pursuit of wealth? What is the cost of progress, and at what price does it come?</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;"><em>You&#8217;ve Been Trumped Too</em> is not just a documentary; it is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. It is a reminder that while the powerful may dominate headlines, it is the ordinary people who hold the true strength in their unyielding fight for justice. For Molly Forbes, standing her ground against Trump is more than just a personal battle—it is a fight for fairness, for a voice that refuses to be drowned out, and for the preservation of a way of life that has been threatened by the forces of greed. The film leaves us with one simple yet profound question: How far are we willing to go to protect what truly matters?</p>
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		<title>The Scripted Play: Exploring Trump in End Times Prophecy</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 10:52:24 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The latest video release, It’s All A Scripted Play… Trump in End Time Biblical Prophecy,...</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: justify;">The latest video release, <em>It’s All A Scripted Play… Trump in End Time Biblical Prophecy</em>, delves into the theory that Donald Trump&#8217;s rise was orchestrated by a global elite, with connections to prophetic visions of America&#8217;s future. Examining how media and entertainment, like <em>The Simpsons</em>, foreshadow significant events, the video suggests Trump’s presidency was part of a strategic design with further foreboding implications.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Drawing from various sources, the video suggests the global elite, particularly through Freemasonry, aimed to position Trump as a pivotal figure during a prophetic timeline. It connects pop culture references, such as <em>The Simpsons</em>, which allegedly predicted Trump’s rise and controversial events like 9/11, to support claims that media and politics are part of a &#8220;scripted&#8221; play designed to shape public perception and political outcomes.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The video highlights several <em>Simpsons</em> episodes that appear to have foreshadowed Trump’s presidency and policies, including parallels between his “Make America Great Again” campaign and recurring jokes on the show about politicians seeking fame over genuine leadership. One particularly eerie example is how the 2007 episode shows a fictional character with a similar slogan years before Trump’s 2016 campaign. There’s also a satirical take on news media manipulating public sentiment by creating crises to secure attention and obedience, echoing themes of fear-driven control that align with real-world events like the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">Through a critical lens, the narrative ties these elements to the Bible&#8217;s end-times prophecies, focusing on Trump’s political prominence as a symbolic fulfilment of these apocalyptic visions. The discussion touches on concepts such as voter manipulation and a rising public awareness of elite agendas, fueling theories that America is on the brink of a significant prophetic event. Further connections are drawn to the prophecy surrounding the April 8th solar eclipse, suggested as a signal of a coming disaster, and to interpretations of biblical texts warning of nuclear attacks against America.</p>
<p style="text-align: justify;">The video invites viewers to consider the hidden machinations behind modern politics and culture, questioning whether we are witnessing a predestined scenario unfolding before us. For believers and sceptics alike, the presentation weaves biblical prophecy with real-world events, asking if these connections are mere coincidences or foreboding signs.</p>
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