Obama Official: US Streets Flooded With Heroin From Mexico

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By Penny Starr. An official with the Obama administration said on Tuesday that the “streets are flooded with heroin” in the United States and much of it “is coming from Mexico.”

Mary Lou Leary, deputy director of State, Local and Tribal Affairs for the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), spoke at the National League of Cities Conference in Washington, D.C. During a confence-workshop on heroin addiction and prevention, CNSNews.com asked Leary about the need to address border security and drug cartels to combat the opioid crisis.

“I think there’s another issue I’m sure that the chief really appreciates and that is, ‘Where is this heroin coming from?’” Leary said, noting fellow panelist, Pittsburgh Chief of Police Cameron McLay, who spoke about law enforcement’s role battling heroin.

Leary continued, “Our streets are flooded with heroin. It’s not domestically grown or produced. Much of this is coming from Mexico.”

“And so there’s another aspect to this, which is work that we do with ONDCP with our other federal partners, and that is working with federal law enforcement agencies that have jurisdiction beyond the U.S. borders, and also working with the government of Mexico,” Leary said. (Read more from “Obama Official: US Streets Flooded With Heroin From Mexico” HERE)

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Senate Advances Bill to Combat Prescription Opioid, Heroin Epidemic

By Tom Howell Jr. A Senate bill to address the prescription opioid and heroin epidemic advanced with bipartisan support Monday, clearing the way for final passage this week.

The chamber voted 86-3 to close off debate on the bill, which received wide support even after a funding dispute threatened to derail the effort.

The Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act would help states monitor prescribing practices, expand the number of sites where parents can dispose of unneeded painkillers and distribute more naloxone — a treatment that can reverse the effects of an overdose — to law enforcement agencies and first responders, among other reforms.

It is particularly important to Sen. Rob Portman, an Ohio Republican who faces re-election this year and wrote the legislation with Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rhode Island Democrat.

Democrats fumed last week, however, when Republicans rejected their bid to attach $600 million in emergency funding to the bill. (Read more from “Senate Advances Bill to Combat Prescription Opioid, Heroin Epidemic” HERE)

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Explosive New Video From INSIDE LaVoy Finicum’s Truck Proves Cover-Up

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(Editor’s note: the new video is below) So now we know that LaVoy Finicum was shot in the back multiple times and that the Feds lied repeatedly about not shooting at him. This explosive new video proves extreme law enforcement misconduct and suggests that Finicum was murdered in cold blood. What has our country come to?!

There are many troubling aspects about the Finicum killing. Not only did federal agents unsuccessfully try to cover up the fact that they had fired at but apparently missed Finicum, they also attempted to cover up the fact that they had shot at his truck. At yesterday’s press conference, an Oregon county sheriff showed a diagram with a bullet hole through the top of Finicum’s truck and blamed the FBI for that errant shooting:

Moreover, the coroner reported that Finicum was shot through the heart with one of the three bullets that struck him in his back, but none of the bullet holes align with Finicum’s heart. Unless, that is, the fatal shot came from a much higher altitude from, perhaps, that same federal sniper who shot a hole through the roof of Finicum’s truck.

Here’s a diagram of LaVoy Finicum’s back with the locations of the bullets’ entrance wounds, according to the Oregon coroner:

Again, the only apparent way to reconcile the diagram of the holes in Finicum’s back with the coroner’s finding that he died from a shot through the heart is to conclude that one of the entrance wounds was shot from a high angle, downward toward Finicum’s heart. And that would mean the shot likely came from one of the prepositioned federal agents who also shot through the top of Finicum’s truck.

The new video from inside the truck is also very troubling. It’s very clear that the occupants of the vehicle – including Finicum – had no violent intent. They were terrified over the fact that they posed no threat and yet were being shot at.

A supporter* commented on this video saying, “So I watched the press conference that law enforcement held where they deemed themselves justified in the homicide (medical examiner’s term, not mine) of LaVoy Finicum. There are FBI agents under investigation for lying about their part in this, but as far as I’m concerned the Oregon State Police and the FBI were in collusion together in this and are all responsible for this ambush and murder. In fact, one of the investigators who spoke stated ‘ANY PERSON IS JUSTIFIED IN USING DEADLY PHYSICAL FORCE WHEN THEY REASONABLY BELIEVE THAT ANOTHER PERSON IS USING OR ABOUT TO USE UNLAWFUL DEADLY PHYSICAL FORCE.’ In my opinion, LaVoy Finicum was in fear for his life – and justifiably so since the truck had already been fired upon without provocation immediately after the truck was stopped during the initial traffic stop. The FBI lead investigator stated ‘He (LaVoy) chose to provoke a confrontation with law enforcement.’ I wholeheartedly disagree. He was trying to get to law enforcement that was not corrupt.

“When you go to work for a law enforcement agency you take an oath to the Constitution. Law enforcement officers, everywhere, need to take a good, hard look at what they are being TOLD to do…and then AGREEING to do. Every time I see these agencies covering for their fellow officers I am increasingly thankful that my husband had the courage to resign his post after seeing unethical actions and unconstitutional behavior. There is no paycheck worth trampling on the rights of others and colluding with a tyrannical government who is supposed to have limited power.”

*Bonnie Cameron

Donald Trump Is Avoiding Questions on 1 Controversial Issue… Many Observers Are Speculating

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By B. Christopher Agee. As each of his rivals continue to gain national support at his expense, struggling GOP presidential front-runner Donald Trump is facing yet another hurdle this week in his race to the party’s nomination.

Time and again, the brash billionaire has faced criticism that his stated positions on a number of issues have been unclear or too vague. On Saturday, the Daily Mail attempted to get some specifics on one such issue when a reporter asked whether Trump supports a constitutional right allowing gay couples to marry.

During his obfuscated response, Trump reportedly became irritated with the reporter.

“We have policy on it,” the candidate insisted. “And I’ve said it very, very strongly. And I think you know it. And it’s all done and, you know, in a campaign, how many times do I have to say it?”

The reporter once again asked for a direct answer, prompting Trump to respond with the same dismissive rhetoric.

“It’s like, as an example, what is my position on 900 different things,” Trump said. “I’ve said it 150 times. We’re not here for discussing that. But everybody knows how I feel on it.” (Read more from “Donald Trump Is Avoiding Questions on 1 Controversial Issue… Many Observers Are Speculating” HERE)

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Romney Sends out Anti-Trump Robo-Calls for Rubio, Kasich

By Fox News. Mitt Romney is blasting out robo-calls on behalf of Marco Rubio and John Kasich — and against Donald Trump — in the states voting Tuesday, marking his most direct appeal yet on behalf of any candidate since he delivered a scorching condemnation of Trump’s candidacy last week.

Voters are going to the polls Tuesday in Republican contests in Michigan, Mississippi, Idaho and Hawaii.

Romney’s team still insists the party’s 2012 presidential nominee is not endorsing any candidate, describing the latest robo-calls as more a bid to combat Trump than an indicator of support for Rubio or Kasich. Romney reportedly did pro-Rubio calls in all four states holding contests Tuesday, and recorded a pro-Kasich call in Michigan only.

“Gov. Romney has offered and is glad to help Sen. Marco Rubio, Sen. Ted Cruz, and Gov. John Kasich in any way he can,” a source close to Romney said in a statement. “He’s been clear that he believes that Donald Trump is not the best person to represent the Republican Party and will do what he can to support a strong nominee who holds conservative values to win back the White House.” (Read more from “Romney Sends out Anti-Trump Robo-Calls for Rubio, Kasich” HERE)

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Is Ted Using ‘Dirty Tricks’ Again? Rubio Campaign Makes Huge Accusation Against Cruz

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By Fox News. Marco Rubio’s campaign accused Ted Cruz’s camp of “dirty tricks” Tuesday, after Cruz supporters in Hawaii blasted out an email suggesting the Florida senator was about to drop out of the race.

The email, sent by “Ted Cruz Hawaii,” cites a disputed CNN report claiming some Rubio advisers have told him to drop out of the 2016 race before Florida’s primary next week, fearing he could be humiliated by a defeat in his home state.

“Privately, the campaign is having a debate about whether he should remain in the mix — even for his home state of Florida’s primary,” the email said, going on to quote the report.

The email then quoted supposed Hawaii caucus-goers — who were not named — saying they don’t want to “waste” their votes on a “likely dropout.”

Rubio’s campaign already has adamantly denied the CNN report — and when it turned up in the Hawaii email, immediately blasted Cruz for “dirty tricks.” (Read more from “Is Ted Using ‘Dirty Tricks’ Again? Rubio Campaign Makes Huge Accusation Against Cruz” HERE)

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Rubio Aide Accuses Cruz Camp of ‘Disgusting Tactics’

By Donovan Slack. A senior aide to Marco Rubio is accusing Ted Cruz’s campaign of using “disgusting tactics” to trick voters into thinking that the Rubio campaign is flailing.

Rubio’s camp has emphatically denied a CNN report Monday that some of his advisers have discussed whether he should drop out before the all-important primary next Tuesday in his home state of Florida.

A spokeswoman for Cruz said Tuesday that the missive was not authorized by his campaign. (Read more from “Rubio Aide Accuses Cruz Camp of ‘Disgusting Tactics'” HERE)

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Trump Just Told the Republican Party Exactly What They Need to Do to Win the Election

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At a press conference held after his victories in the Michigan and Mississippi Republican presidential primaries, Donald Trump called on the Republican party to come together and unify behind him.

“Given your statement to Major [Garrett] about how easy it would be to beat Hillary Clinton do you agree you’re going to need to get mainstream Republican politicians, the establishment as it has been labeled behind you? And if so, what do you say to them tonight, given so many are pouring their money in to trying to beat you?” FOX News’ Campaign Carl Cameron asked Trump.

“I say let’s come together folks,” Trump said Tuesday night. “We’re going to win. I say let’s come together. Carl, the answer is not 100 percent but largely I would say yes. Some people you are just not going to get along with. It’s okay.”

“I am a unifier,” Trump said in Jupiter, Florida tonight. “I unify. You look at all of the things I built all over the world. I’m a unifier. I get along with people. I have great relationships. I even start getting along with you, right? Campaign Carl. But, no, I get along with people. And I really say this, Carl, I think it’s time to unify.” (Read more from “Trump Just Told the Republican Party Exactly What They Need to Do to Win the Election” HERE)

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Update: Chuck Norris Presidential Endorsement? Not so Fast!

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By Bob Unruh. A flurry of headlines hit the web early Wednesday giving action movie and television star Chuck Norris’ highly coveted endorsement in the presidential race to Sen. Ted Cruz.

And while Norris may eventually support Cruz, if he is the GOP’s presidential nominee, the reporting appears to have bombed.

In a statement to WND, Norris said, “I would like to clarify for the record that I have NOT officially endorsed any candidate for president, contrary to what has been widely reported in the media.”

He continued, “Each of the remaining Republican candidates have strong points and, as I’ve said in my WND culture warrior column, I believe some have the potential to be great presidents. However, I am going to let the citizens of America decide who they think would be the best candidate for the GOP. When the candidate is decided, I will support that person enthusiastically.”

The erroneous media reports of a purported Norris endorsement were circulated by outlets such as the Dallas Morning News and the Daytona Beach News Journal, which said, quoting the Washington Post’s Emily Heil, “Ding, ding, ding! It seems we have a winner – the coveted Chuck Norris endorsement goes to Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas.” (Read more from “Update: Chuck Norris Presidential Endorsement? Not so Fast!” HERE)

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Chuck Norris Is About to Hit the Campaign Trail for This Candidate – It Might Surprise You

By Kevin Whitson. Seventy five year old martial artist, actor, and born-again Christian, Chuck Norris is set to hit the campaign trail in North Carolina next week for Republican presidential candidate Sen. Ted Cruz. Norris will reportedly join talk-show host and commentator Glenn Beck, as well as retired Army Lt. General Jerry Boykin.

The trio will campaign for Cruz in Concord, NC in what rally organizers are calling, “An American Rally with Ted Cruz.” The event will be held at the zMax Dragway on the grounds of the Charlotte Motor Speedway, Sunday March 13 at 2:00pm.

According to the Daily Caller, Norris’ first choice for President back in May of 2015 was Gov. Mike Huckabee (R-AR), but that was before Huckabee decided to call it quits in his bid to become the Republican presidential nominee. Huckabee officially dropped out of the race in February of 2016.

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Trump Fans Erupt Over 1 Bold Endorsement

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It still is uncertain if there are enough Donald Trump supporters to garner him the GOP nomination for president – we’ll probably have a pretty clear idea in just a few weeks. But if the intensity of their support, and animus for those who disagree with their choice, would count, Melania Trump already would be measuring for curtains in the private quarters of the White House.

WND CEO Joseph Farah on Tuesday released in his daily commentary his personal recommendation for the presidential election this fall: U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz . . .

While affirming he would support Trump, the front-runner right now, if he turns out to be the nominee, he said Cruz “demonstrates he has the clearest, most Reaganesque vision of where the country needs to go in its much-needed recovery from eight years of Barack Obama. Cruz is principled, sophisticated and a solid conservative whose understanding of and commitment to the Constitution is unshakeable.”

The emails to WND erupted.

They blasted, they criticized, they ridiculed and they charged. They talked about Cruz’s politics, how evil is Hillary Clinton, Trump’s business skills, Cruz’s wife, the U.S. Senate, Marco Rubio, and many more topics. (Read more from “Trump Fans Erupt Over 1 Bold Endorsement” HERE)

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Sanders Upsets Clinton in Michigan; Trump Notches 2 Big Wins

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Bernie Sanders pulled off a shocking upset in Michigan’s Democratic primary Tuesday night, beating Hillary Clinton in a race that some polls had him trailing by double digits and eclipsing the front runner’s earlier win in Mississippi.

Republican front-runner Donald Trump, meanwhile, regained any momentum lost last weekend against challenger Ted Cruz, sweeping to convincing victories in Michigan and Mississippi while sending a message to the Republican establishment to jump on board — or get out of the way . . .

But Trump’s earlier victories were more valuable in terms of delegates. And Tuesday’s results may also seal the fate of Marco Rubio, who appeared once again to finish the night failing to gain any delegates.

Cruz appeared to have beaten John Kasich for second place in Michigan by approximately 8,000 votes. Kasich is counting on a win in his home state of Ohio next week to salvage his campaign.

On the Democratic side, Clinton easily won Mississippi’s primary earlier Tuesday, thanks in part to her overwhelming support from black voters, and likely will pick up more delegates in Tuesday’s contests than Sanders. (Read more from “Sanders Upsets Clinton in Michigan; Trump Notches 2 Big Wins” HERE)

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Bush Family Member Endorses Cruz

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Neil Bush, a brother of George W. Bush and Jeb Bush, was listed (along with his wife) as one of 13 new additions to Cruz’s national finance team. The campaign said the new additions are all former supporters of other candidates, including Bush, Rand Paul, Rick Perry and Marco Rubio.

This follows the release last week of a list of several other previous Jeb Bush backers now supporting Cruz, whose hardline conservative approach is generally at odds with the one Jeb Bush took.

Last summer, former President George W. Bush told supporters at a private fundraiser for his brother’s campaign that Cruz was the GOP contender who most got under his skin. “I just don’t like the guy,” George W. Bush said at a Denver fundraiser. (Read more from “Bush Family Member Endorses Cruz” HERE)

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‘Most Conservative Governor in America’ Claims Cruz Is Ineligible, Not Natural Born [+video]

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(Editor’s note: listen to the interview at the bottom of this article) Maine Gov. Paul LePage questioned the eligibility of Sen. Ted Cruz to be president, citing it as a key reason he decided to throw his support behind Donald Trump.

LePage told radio host Howie Carr that his two daughters were born in Canada, and they had to be naturalized as U.S. citizens even though he was born in America. . .

Cruz was also born in Canada, but he maintains that he fits the constitutional requirement that a president be a “natural born citizen” because his mother was born in America.

LePage said he didn’t think Cruz could be president because he believed his daughters were also ineligible.

“They can’t. I know they can’t. I’ve already looked into it,” he said.

(Here’s the interview with Governor Paul LePage:)

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