Yandex CEO Relocates to Israel Over Ukraine: 'Cannot Work for a Country at War'

Elena Bunina, who is Jewish, is stepping down from her role as CEO of Yandex LLC, 'Russia's Google,' amid the war in Ukraine. Sources confirm she is in Israel and has no intention of returning to Russia

The head of the Russian internet giant Yandex has left Russia and relocated to Israel, people with knowledge of her whereabouts confirmed to Haaretz.

Media reports in Russia had suggested that Elena Bunina had fled the country in the wake of its invasion of Ukraine and the wave of sanctions that the offensive triggered.

https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/tech-news/.premium-yandex-ceo-relocates-to-israel-cannot-work-for-a-country-at-war-1.10722163

Senior Executive of Oil-Services Company Sentenced to Three Years for $886 Million Securities Fraud Scheme

https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/senior-executive-oil-services-company-sentenced-three-years-886-million-securities-fraud

Dual U.S. And Dutch Citizen Charged With $14 Billion Tender Offer Fraud Scheme

https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/dual-us-and-dutch-citizen-charged-14-billion-tender-offer-fraud-scheme-0

125 Convicted During Five-Year Investigation That Functionally Dismantled the Irish Mob Gang’s Drug Trafficking and Criminal Activities

Defendants Directed Drug Trafficking Network Through Contraband Cell Phones from State Prisons and Are Collectively Sentenced to 1,350 Years in Federal Prison Plus One Life Sentence

https://www.justice.gov/usao-wdok/pr/125-convicted-during-five-year-investigation-functionally-dismantled-irish-mob-gang-s

Court Reinstates Louisiana AG’s Lawsuit Against Zuckerberg’s Election-Meddling Group

Last week, a Louisiana appellate court reinstated Attorney General Jeff Landry’s lawsuit challenging Mark Zuckerberg’s infiltration of the state election system with private “Zuck Bucks” that flooded the country during the 2020 election.

The lawsuit, State of Louisiana v. Center for Tech and Civic Life, originated in October 2020. That’s when Louisiana, through Landry, sought a court order declaring that “private contributions to local election officials and the election system in general are unlawful and contrary to Louisiana law.” Landry’s lawsuit followed attempts by the Zuckerberg-funded Center for Tech and Civic Life to dole out millions in targeted grants to election officials throughout the state.

By the time Landry sued, more than 20 officials throughout the state had applied for grants of nearly $8 million, but after the attorney general warned them the funds were illegal, most abandoned their efforts. Orleans and Calcasieu parishes, however, went on to accept more than $810,000 in funds for the 2020 election.

While Landry succeeded in limiting the impact of the Zuckbucks in Louisiana to two parishes, his efforts to prevent what he called “the corrosive influence of outside money on Louisiana election officials” initially failed when a state trial court dismissed his lawsuit against the Center for Tech and Civic Life and its partner organizations.

In tossing the case, the trial judge held there was no legal basis to prevent “registrars of voters, clerks of court, or other local election officials from seeking and obtaining grant dollars to assist with the funding the necessary staff and equipment for the upcoming November 3, 2020 election.” In reaching this conclusion, the trial court relied on Louisiana’s constitution, specifically article 6, § 23.

That provision authorizes “political subdivisions” to “acquire property for any public purpose,” by among other things, “donation.” The trial court then reasoned that because “registrar of voters and clerks of court are ‘political subdivisions,’” “they are allowed to accept private donations,” including to run elections. Accordingly, the trial court tossed the state’s lawsuit and allowed the private funds to flow into the parish coffers.

https://thefederalist.com/2022/04/05/court-reinstates-louisiana-ags-lawsuit-against-zuckerbergs-election-meddling-group/

NSW police officer laughed while touching nipple of 15 year-old Aboriginal boy restrained on ambulance stretcher: watchdog report

The report, tabled in parliament today, includes a finding that the officer made a "turkey gobbler noise" while the boy was restrained on an ambulance stretcher.

According to the report, he was being transported to hospital because of mental health and self-harm concerns.

The officer then touched the 15-year-old's stomach and exposed left nipple, while laughing.

At the time, the boy's head was covered by a towel or blanket.

CCTV footage showed other officers on the scene also laughing at the behaviour.

In its findings, the Law Enforcement Conduct Commission described the conduct as "disgraceful", noting that it had no regard for the feelings of the boy or acknowledged that he was "just that, a child."

"This type of conduct is not only likely to affect the attitude of the particular young person towards the police, but carries the risk of damaging the relationship of the police with the local Aboriginal community," it said.

The report noted that the boy lived in difficult circumstances and was regularly in trouble with the police.

"He is unlikely to forget the unsympathetic way in which he was treated and his relationship with the police is probably incapable of rehabilitation," the report's authors said.

It acknowledged the stress of working in such conditions, and that sometimes "heedless jocularity" arises while policing.

But it noted officers had an obligation to behave sensitively and responsibly, particularly when dealing with children.

The Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT), who submitted the complaint on behalf of the 15-year-old, responded to today's findings by calling for the officer who touched the boy's nipple to face criminal charges.

"This man did not protect and serve. He is not fit to be a police officer nor to be in any position of power over others, let alone children. Together with our client, we expect the officer to be terminated from the police force immediately, and for criminal charges to follow," said Karly Warner, CEO of the Aboriginal Legal Service.

Ms Warner said the behaviour was "cruel and dehumanising", and the response from other officers who laughed "demonstrates an even bigger problem in the culture of NSW Police,"

"When this is the way Aboriginal children are treated by police, it's no wonder there is a lack of trust in the community. Some police officers and many community leaders have worked long and hard seeking to build that trust, but this behaviour from NSW police erodes that opportunity," Ms Warner said.

https://www.lecc.nsw.gov.au/news-and-publications/publications/operation-kimbla-s-132-report.pdf

https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/hack/nsw-police-officer-laughed-at,-touched-nipple-of-15-year-old-ab/13828484

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10688331/UN-chief-condemns-possible-Russian-war-crimes-ahead-Zelensky-speech-Security-Council.html

The symbology of logos. I symbol is worth a thousand words.

https://www.bitchute.com/video/6TIm7WNEbUHx/

‘My blood boils:’ Irate sheriff discusses arrest of 27 in Marion County child sex sting

Florida sheriff Billy Woods: ‘I think they’re pieces of (expletive)’

Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods discussed a six-day undercover child sex sting Tuesday that resulted in the arrest of 27.

At a news conference, Woods said 22 of the arrests were local, including someone who works in a school system, a Florida Department of Corrections officer and the son of Ocala City Council member Ire Bethea Sr.

Woods said the culprits traveled to meet who they thought were young children for sex. Another three stand accused of sending sexually explicit images but did not travel to meet who they believed were minors, officials said.

“These are the press conferences that you don’t really like doing. It brings light to the true evil and ugliness of our world of today,” Woods said. “My notes have down here to call these individuals pieces of scum. Well, most of y’all know me. I think they’re pieces of (expletive).”

Woods said the details are disturbing.

“You got one individual who thought he was meeting a 12-year-old paraplegic individual to have sex,” Woods said. “It infuriates me. As a father, my blood boils to think this occurs on a regular basis.”

https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/04/05/25-arrested-in-child-sex-sting-in-marion-county/

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Son of Ocala City Council president among 22 men arrested in child sex sting operation

A recent child sex sting operation led by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the arrest of 22 men, including the son of Ocala City Council president Ire Jermaine Bethea, Sr.

The operation, dubbed “April Fools,” was conducted by MCSO with additional assistance provided by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.

According to MCSO, undercover law enforcement officers exchanged messages with 19 men who ultimately traveled to locations in Marion County to meet with children between the ages of 12 and 16 for sexual activity.

During the online exchanges, these men engaged in conversations that were sexually explicit and described the various sexual acts that they hoped to perform with the children. Upon arrival at the designated meeting place, they were met by law enforcement officers who placed them under arrest.

One of the notable arrests was 38-year-old Ire Jermaine Bethea, Jr., the son of Ocala City Council president Ire Jermaine Bethea, Sr.

According to the MCSO report, Bethea, Jr. began online communications with a Florida Department of Law Enforcement Agent who was posing as a 14-year-old girl.

During that communication, Bethea, Jr. agreed to meet the minor at a gas station by the Paddock Mall. When he arrived at the location, his vehicle was identified by law enforcement officers and he was arrested.

Bethea, Jr. refused to discuss the incident with the officers. While he was inside an interview room, he was overheard by an MCSO corporal talking to himself. The corporal indicated in an MCSO report that Bethea, Jr. mentioned that he made a mistake and his life was over.

According to MCSO, there were eight additional arrest warrants that were also issued for men who did not travel to Marion County. These men sent sexually explicit pictures to individuals that they believed were minors. Three of these men were arrested while five are actively being sought by law enforcement officers.

“A child’s innocence is something we should all strive to protect. I will continue to use all of my resources to hunt down these predators so they may never hurt a child,” said Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods.

Below is a list of the men who were arrested on-site during the operation:

Ire Jermaine Bethea Jr. (DOB: 02/01/1984), from Ocala.

Andre Allen Scott (DOB: 03/17/1986), from Ocala.

Clayton Daniel Wilson (DOB: 05/04/2000), from Belleview.

Millard Michael Hall (DOB: 12/21/1956), from Ocala.

Michael Jerrod Bright (DOB: 01/14/1986), from Silver Springs.

Benjamin Cory Staton (DOB: 05/20/1992), from Ocala.

Nathan Andrew Lewis (DOB: 08/10/1993), from Ocala.

Charles Milon Johns Jr. (DOB: 03/09/1975), residence not specified by law enforcement.

James Raymond Cress (DOB: 12/28/1975), from Lexington, Kentucky.

Wesley Shawn Hicks (DOB: 01/29/1978), from Ocala.

Jorge Antonio Mojocoa (DOB: 04/14/1953), from Fort McCoy.

Evan Michael Welshans (DOB: 04/05/1991), from Floral City.

Christopher Michael Matthews (DOB: 07/15/1988), from Ocala.

Daniel Hansex (DOB: 07/13/1990), from The Villages.

Victor Cruz Jr. (DOB: 01/29/1999), residence not specified by law enforcement.

Jerry Tylan Sanstrom (DOB: 03/17/1986), residence not specified by law enforcement.

Alexander Michael Slowes (DOB: 10/11/1997), from Palm Harbor.

Richard Lee Benitez (DOB: 06/10/1960), from Silver Springs.

Andrew Christian Rittmayer (DOB: 02/21/1992), from Ocala.

Below is a list of the men who were arrested on warrants:

Rick Anthony Willet (DOB: 06/17/2000), from Titusville.

Jason Allen Santotolucito (DOB: 03/30/1983), from Beverly Hills.

Damien Michael Shade (DOB: 02/01/2001), from Homosassa.

The following agencies assisted MCSO in the operation: ICAC North Florida Task Force, U.S. Marshals Service, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, U.S. Secret Service, Homeland Security Investigations, Belleview Police Department, Dunnellon Police Department, Ocala Police Department, and Gainesville Police Department.

https://www.ocala-news.com/2022/04/05/son-of-ocala-city-council-president-among-22-men-arrested-in-child-sex-sting-operation/

Matt Gaetz and defense secretary Austin clash over US military ‘wokeism’ — “I’m EMBARRASSED By Your Leadership!”

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Rep. Matt Gaetz got into a heated argument during Tuesday’s House Armed Services hearing after the Florida Republican accused the Pentagon of being too focused on “wokeism” and not defense.

https://breaking911.com/must-watch-matt-gaetz-and-defense-secretary-austin-clash-over-us-military-wokeism-im-embarrassed-by-your-leadership/

SoCal City to Give Transgender and Non-Binary Residents Up to $900 Per Month in Universal Basic Income

California – Transgender and non-binary residents in Palm Springs will receive up to $900 a month of Universal Basic Income (UBI) with no strings attached – for the sole purpose of identifying as a transgender or non-binary.

How is this even legal?

Palm Springs will allocate $200,000 toward the pilot program.

According to Fox News, 20 trans and non-binary residents will receive money for 18 months.

Fox News reported:

A California city is planning to give universal basic income (UBI) to transgender and nonbinary residents regardless of their earnings level.

Transgender residents in Palm Springs, California are eligible to receive a UBI of up to $900 per month solely for identifying as transgender or nonbinary — no strings attached.

The new pilot program will have $200,000 set aside for allocation after a unanimous vote by the Palm Springs City Council last week.

Former San Diego City Councilman Carl DeMaio, a Republican who served as the first openly gay member of the city council, called the program “outrageous and discriminatory.”

“We’re completely opposed to guaranteed or universal basic income programs, because they ultimately cause inflation and raise the cost of living on everyone — they don’t work,” DeMaio said in a statement.

“But at least some of them have minimum income requirements to qualify, whereas this one is no-strings-attached ‘woke’ virtue signaling to the LGBT community in a way that is not only offensive but discriminatory,” he continued.

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2022/04/socal-city-give-transgender-non-binary-residents-900-per-month-universal-basic-income/

Media Ran a Disinformation Campaign to Protect Fauci From Criticism Over Dog Torture

Last year, the Gateway Pundit and White Coat Waste broke the story that Dr. Anthony Fauci’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases spent $375,000 in taxpayer dollars to fund abusive experiments on dogs in Tunisia.

Two months after the story was published, the images of the beagle torture went viral. Fauci’s fan club in the media immediately sprung into action to do damage control for their COVID icon — in particular, Beth Reinhard and Dana Milbank of the Washington Post.

The White Coat Waste Project had used government databases to uncover disturbing documents detailing how Fauci and the NIAID funded researchers in Tunisia to intentionally lock dogs’ heads in mesh cages and unleash infected sand flies so that the parasite-carrying insects could eat them alive.

The published study, which included the troubling photo that went viral, had originally listed funding from NIAID in its financial disclosure and the NIH’s database stated that it funded the Tunisian dog researchers.

Bizarrely, once the photo went viral, months after the original report, NIAID issued a statement denying that it funded the controversial experiment in which sedated dogs were locked in cages with sand flies. In its statement, NIH only admitted to funding an innocuous-sounding study in which “twelve dogs were immunized with the experimental vaccine…and then let out in an enclosed open space during the day….” The published journal article was even edited to say that NIAID “did not provide any funding for this research and any such claim was made in error.”

During their “debunking,” Reinhard had written to the author of the study saying she’s reporting on a “a massive disinformation campaign that is being waged against Anthony Fauci.” She was not looking to report on the story, or determine if it was true, she was looking to protect someone.

The email chain was also obtained by White Coat Waste as part of a FOIA request.

The Post uncritically ran the NIAID’s late denial and branded this reporter and White Coat Waste to be peddlers of disinformation. They asserted the photo and details of the study were part of “the right-wing disinformation machine and its crusade against Fauci.” These “serious journalists” did not consider conflicts of interest that should have raised suspicions about the denial and retraction of the funding statement.

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2022/04/exclusive-media-ran-disinformation-campaign-protect-fauci-criticism-dog-torture/

https://www.scribd.com/document/568168723/PRR-22-0384-Records#from_embed