WILLIAM SHIPLEY: Insights from the Durham Annex regarding the Russiagate deception

On July 31 and August 1, The New York Times published two articles regarding an “Appendix” that was previously classified in Special Advisor John Durham’s report released on May 23, 2023. These reports seem to suggest that legacy media like the Times, Washington Post, and Politico have focused increasingly on the narrow view of the […]
Russiagate and COVID: A single deception, two emergencies

Questioning “Conspiracy Theories” and Government Response Many of us have looked critically at the government’s strict measures during the Covid-19 pandemic and considered them through what some might label as “conspiracy theories.” Yet, as the economist Murray Rothbard pointed out, this label can often have a singular, somewhat manipulative purpose: to divert people from the […]
Trump’s major victory reveals the ‘budget hawk deception’

Conservative Legislative Triumphs: A Closer Look Conservatives are buzzing about what they see as a significant legislative win. President Trump signed a notable bill into law on July 4th. Yet, it feels somewhat hollow. This tactic of celebrating a win seems to be a long-standing method used by certain conservatives, often referred to as a […]
Officials Misrepresenting Biden’s Health a ‘Major Deception’

Rep. Mary Miller Calls for Accountability on Biden’s Health Rep. Mary Miller (R-IL) is demanding accountability regarding the misinformation surrounding former President Joe Biden’s health, labeling it a “historical cover-up.” During a segment on Breitbart News Daily, host Mike Slater questioned Miller about Congress’s actions and the involvement of Biden’s former doctors. He asked, “What […]
Cuomo team claims Mamdani college application issue is merely the ‘beginning’ and may conceal ‘deception’

Controversy Surrounds Zoran Mamdani’s University Application On Friday, the camp of former Governor Andrew Cuomo highlighted an interesting claim regarding Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s university application. They suggested that marking himself as black could be just the “tip of the iceberg” regarding potential “fraud.” Mamdani, a self-proclaimed socialist, had indicated both “black or African American” and […]
A single debate shattered a president and revealed a significant deception by the media.

Impact of the Biden Debate on Media and Politics Over the years, televised presidential debates haven’t dramatically altered political landscapes. Yet, President Joe Biden’s performance from a year ago on Friday significantly affected the national trajectory. His unfortunate showing effectively marked the end of his reelection campaign, exposing the media’s long-standing complicity in downplaying his […]
Chinese leaders are known for their long history of strategic deception

China’s Shifting Commitments: A Historical Perspective Back in September 2015, President Xi Jinping stood alongside President Barack Obama in the Rose Garden. He assured everyone that China would not militarize the artificial islands being constructed in the South China Sea. This promise, made under the watchful eyes of global leaders, seemed to underscore China’s commitment […]
Florida man convicted of deception for pretending to be a flight attendant to get free travel.

Man Pretends to Be Flight Attendant for Free Flights A man from South Florida was able to book over 120 free flights by impersonating a flight attendant, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). Tyrone Alexander, 35, was found guilty of federal charges after he entered a restricted area at an airport on June 5, […]
Don’t be misled: The truth behind the Pride Month ‘surrender’ is just another corporate deception

There’s quite a shift happening in corporate America these days. Data reveals that, by 2025, a notable 39% of companies have scaled back their external engagement during Pride Month. This is a substantial jump from just 9% who pulled back last year. Interestingly, only four NFL teams changed their logos this June, while most opted […]
Deception, banners, and firebombs: Yet another ‘mostly peaceful’ protest in LA

This weekend, I found myself in front of the TV, surprised by what I was seeing. A polished news anchor described the chaos in Los Angeles as an “almost peaceful protest.” They delivered this with a somber tone, but the scene behind them seemed to belong in a movie like “Mad Max.” Federal agents were […]