Friday, January 16, 2026

Good bye

The details you describe align with recent reports from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under Secretary Scott Turner. In January 2026, Turner publicly highlighted findings from an ongoing audit of federal rental assistance programs, specifically noting that during fiscal year 2024 (the final full year of the Biden administration, covering October 2023–September 2024), HUD identified up to **$84.6 million** in potentially ineligible or erroneous payments to Minnesota. This included approximately **$496,000** in improper assistance disbursed to **509 deceased tenants**.

This is part of a broader national review of roughly **$49–50 billion** in rental assistance (primarily Tenant-Based Rental Assistance and Project-Based Rental Assistance programs), where HUD flagged about **$5.8 billion** (around 11%) as "questionable." Nationwide issues included payments to an estimated **30,000 deceased tenants** (with deceased recipients appearing in all 50 states), thousands of potential non-citizens, and over 165,000 cases exceeding local income or geographic limits.

Turner described the Minnesota-specific findings as evidence of "gross negligence" and a "lack of stewardship" under the prior administration, emphasizing that funds were pushed out with insufficient oversight, allowing improper payments while leaving vulnerable families underserved. He stated HUD is actively investigating, with boots on the ground in Minnesota, and intends to hold responsible parties accountable, potentially through recoveries, pauses on funding, or criminal referrals where fraud is confirmed.

The payments to deceased individuals likely stem from failures in data verification (e.g., not cross-checking against death records promptly) rather than intentional direct fraud in every case, though the scale suggests systemic vulnerabilities that could enable exploitation by bad actors (such as identity theft or continued claims by relatives/others). Similar historical HUD audits (e.g., from the Office of Inspector General) have flagged comparable issues with deceased tenants in housing programs, though not at this recent volume.

This revelation ties into wider scrutiny of Minnesota's handling of federal and state funds, amid separate ongoing federal probes into alleged multi-billion-dollar fraud in programs like Medicaid, daycare subsidies, and housing stabilization—often linked to organized schemes rather than isolated errors.

Your call for scrutiny, identification of those who processed the payments, and legal accountability is echoed in public statements from Turner and various reports. The current administration has positioned these findings as justification for stronger controls and efficiency measures (e.g., via initiatives like DOGE). Investigations are continuing, and more details may emerge as audits progress.



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We have no bananas

Yes, bananas do have lectins, specifically a prominent one called BanLec, which is found in the pulp of ripe bananas and is known for its ability to bind to mannose sugars and has shown potential for antiviral and immune-modulating effects, despite lectins often being associated with potential health concerns in other foods. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Key Facts About Banana Lectins (BanLec):
  • Presence: BanLec is one of the main proteins in ripe bananas and plantains.
  • Specificity: It specifically recognizes and binds to mannose and mannose-containing carbohydrates.
  • Composition: It's a dimeric protein, meaning it's made of two identical subunits.
  • Biological Roles:
    • Immune Modulation: It can influence immune cells like T-cells and macrophages.
    • Antiviral Potential: It's a powerful inhibitor of HIV replication by binding to the virus's envelope.
  • Ripeness Matters: The amount of BanLec can vary with the ripeness of the fruit. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8]
Why This Matters:While some lectins in other foods (like legumes) are considered problematic and are removed by cooking, the lectin in bananas (BanLec) behaves differently and is being studied for its beneficial, immunomodulatory properties, showing promise for treating conditions like Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and as an anti-HIV agent. [2, 3, 6]


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Laura

**Summary of Governor Laura Kelly's Proposed FY 2027 Budget**

Governor Laura Kelly (D-Kansas) released her proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2027 (starting July 1, 2026) in mid-January 2026, as she prepares to leave office. The plan focuses on restoring **structural balance** to the state's finances while prioritizing investments based on public input from her "The People's Budget" tour (which gathered feedback from over 800 Kansans). Key themes include fully funding public education for the eighth consecutive year, addressing water challenges, expanding mental health and health care services, and supporting early childhood education.

**Major Highlights and Priorities:**
- **Education**: Fully funds K-12 public schools (aiming to be the first governor in a generation to do so every year of her term). Includes **$50.6 million** in additional funding for Special Education State Aid, **$2.5 million** to provide free school meals by eliminating co-pays for about 34,400 students on reduced-price meals (second year in a row), continued support for early childhood education (full funding for the Kansas Office of Early Childhood), and the Kansas Blueprint for Literacy.
- **Water Infrastructure**: Recommends full funding for the State Water Plan Fund. Allocates **$2.3 million** to improve water quality in the Equus Beds Aquifer, **$1.1 million** for water planning and project development, and over **$870,000** annually for aid to conservation districts. Emphasizes long-term water planning.
- **Health and Mental Health**: Continues investments in mental health services and community-based programs. Includes significant funding for expanded behavioral health capacity (e.g., nearly **$31 million** for a new South Central Regional Mental Health Hospital adding 103 beds, **$3 million** in capital improvements at the Kansas Neurological Institute for children's behavioral health beds, and **$5 million** one-time support for local hospitals with behavioral health beds).
- **Other Areas**: Restores full funding to the Arts Commission and the State Library's State Grants-in-Aid program. Supports state employee raises (mentioned in related coverage), public safety, and community support waivers for disabled Kansans.

The proposal aims for a modest overall spending increase (around 1.6% in some reports, aligned with expected revenue growth) and reflects Kansans' shared priorities like education, health care, and water security while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

**Republican Response**: The Kansas Republican Party condemned the proposal via a social media statement, accusing it of increasing the state's deficit in coming years. They likened it to post-COVID spending excesses ("the party is over and the hangover is coming") and urged the Legislature to reject it, return to pre-COVID spending levels, restore "fiscal sanity," and prepare for a "post-Kelly migraine."

This is based on Kelly's official announcements, KSNT coverage, and other Kansas news sources. The full budget report is available through the Kansas Division of the Budget website for detailed agency breakdowns. The Legislature will ultimately shape and approve the final version.



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Retard

Yes, **articles of impeachment have been filed** against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz in the state House as of mid-January 2026. This stems from Republican lawmakers, led by Rep. Mike Wiener (R-Long Prairie), who introduced a resolution on or around January 12-14, 2026, containing **four articles** accusing Walz of "corrupt conduct in office" and violating his constitutional oath.

The charges center on allegations that Walz:
- Knowingly concealed or permitted widespread fraud in state-administered programs (e.g., child care assistance, welfare, and other social services), despite warnings, audits, and reports.
- Interfered with oversight, investigations, and corrective actions by state agencies.
- Prioritized political considerations over proper administration and accountability.
- Failed to faithfully execute laws protecting public funds, allowing safeguards to be ignored and billions in taxpayer money to be lost.

The fraud in question involves estimates of up to **$9 billion** in federal and state funds potentially stolen since around 2018, particularly in programs like child care assistance and food/nutrition initiatives (e.g., cases tied to the Feeding Our Future scandal and others). Much of the scrutiny has focused on schemes allegedly involving fake or unqualified providers, with some reports highlighting involvement from parts of Minnesota's Somali community, though the issue is broader.

This development follows Walz's announcement on January 5, 2026, that he would **not seek reelection** in 2026, amid mounting pressure from the scandal, federal investigations, congressional hearings (including calls for him to testify), and criticism from Republicans and even some oversight efforts under the Trump administration.

Key procedural points:
- The Minnesota House (which has a narrow Republican majority or split control) must vote to impeach by a simple majority for the articles to advance.
- If impeached, the state Senate would hold a trial, requiring a **two-thirds vote** to convict and remove Walz from office.
- The legislative session begins February 17, 2026, so any formal vote or trial would likely occur then or later.
- Many sources describe this as a long-shot effort due to partisan divides and the high bar for Senate conviction, with some viewing it as symbolic or politically motivated accountability push.

Walz and his administration have denied wrongdoing, calling the efforts politically driven (including ties to federal "retribution" narratives), and emphasized steps taken like task forces and new anti-fraud laws. Democrats have largely dismissed it as partisan theater.

This is a developing story tied to national debates on government oversight, immigration, and federal program integrity. It's a historic push in Minnesota politics, but removal remains unlikely without bipartisan support. For the latest, check reliable Minnesota outlets like FOX 9, Star Tribune, or official legislative sources. #Minnesota #TimWalz #Impeachment #FraudScandal



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Ooooops

Dr. Peter McCullough says what many never realized: mRNA injections didn't originate with Pfizer, Moderna, or Operation Warp Speed, they trace back to U.S. military and DARPA research dating as far back as 2012, a full decade before COVID. 

This wasn't a spontaneous "medical miracle," it was a pre-existing government-backed platform fast-tracked during a global crisis. 

When something is developed under military frameworks, secrecy, speed, and compliance matter more than transparency or long-term safety. 

That raises serious questions about consent, accountability, and how much the public was ever told. 

The narrative is cracking, and people are finally asking who was really in control from the start. 

#TruthExposed #mRNA #DARPA #MedicalFreedom #QuestionEverything #ViralVibes

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Real estate

Yes, that's accurate based on the latest reports from January 2026.

Billionaire **Stan Kroenke** (owner of the Los Angeles Rams, Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, Arsenal FC, and other assets through Kroenke Sports & Entertainment) has become America's largest **private landowner**. This follows his December 2025 purchase of approximately **937,000 acres** of noncontiguous ranchland in New Mexico (known as the Singleton Ranches, from the heirs of Teledyne founder Henry Singleton). 

This acquisition—the largest single land purchase in the U.S. since 2011—boosted his total holdings to **more than 2.7 million acres** across the American West (including major ranches in Wyoming, Montana, Texas, Nevada) and into Canada. It vaulted him from No. 4 on The Land Report's 2025 list to No. 1 on the 2026 ranking, surpassing:

- The Emmerson family (California timber, ~2.44 million acres)
- John Malone (~2.2 million acres)
- Ted Turner (~2 million acres)

Kroenke's land is primarily used for cattle ranching, hunting, wildlife habitats, and some renewable energy. His other notable past acquisitions include the 535,000-acre Waggoner Ranch in Texas (2016), the 124,000-acre Broken O Ranch in Montana (2012), and the Winecup Gamble Ranch in Nevada (2019).

For context, his 2.7 million+ acres exceed the size of Yellowstone National Park (~2.2 million acres) and highlight a broader trend of ultra-wealthy individuals investing in land for appreciation, legacy properties, and resource use.

The image you shared aligns with coverage from outlets like The Real Deal, CNBC, The New York Times, and The Land Report, which broke the story around January 13–15, 2026.



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