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'Do NATO and Biden have a secret plan?' Air Force employee allegedly sends classified info through foreign dating app

'Do NATO and Biden have a secret plan?' Air Force employee allegedly sends classified info through foreign dating app



A United States Air Force employee and former Army officer is accused of sending classified information across a foreign online dating platform when prompted.

David Franklin Slater, a 63-year-old employee at the Offutt Air Force Base in Omaha, Nebraska, allegedly sent national defense information to a person purporting to be a woman living in Ukraine through a dating platform in 2022.

Slater, who was also a U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, had top secret clearance at the base and took the position soon after retiring from his previous military role, the Department of Justice said per Fox News.

Slater allegedly "willingly, improperly, and unlawfully" sent information that was classified as "SECRET," with reason to believe it could be used against the United States or could aid a foreign country.

The messages, allegedly sent to Slater through the dating platform, are as follows:

  • "American Intelligence says that already 100% of Russian troops are located on the territory of Ukraine. Do you think this information can be trusted?"
  • "Dear, what is shown on the screens in the special room?? It is very interesting."
  • "By the way, you were the first to tell me that NATO members are traveling by train and only now (already evening) this was announced on our news. You are my secret informant love! How were your meetings? Successfully?"
  • "Beloved Dave, do NATO and Biden have a secret plan to help us?"
  • "Dave, it's great that you get information about [Specified Country 1] first. I hope you will tell me right away? You are my secret agent. With love."
  • "Sweet Dave, the supply of weapons is completely classified, which is great!"
  • "My sweet Dave, thanks for the valuable information, it's great that two officials from the USA are going to Kyiv."
  • "Dave, I hope tomorrow NATO will prepare a very unpleasant 'surprise' for Putin! Will you tell me?"
  • "You have a job in the Operations Center today, I remember, I'm sure there is a lot of interesting news there?"
BREAKING: U.S. Air Force employee charged with giving classified information to woman he met on dating site
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Slater "knowingly transmitted classified national defense information to another person in blatant disregard for the security of his country and his oath to safeguard its secrets," Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. Olsen of the Justice Department’s National Security Division said. "The Department of Justice will seek to hold accountable those who knowingly and willfully put their country at risk by disclosing classified information."

The indictment also reportedly included that Slater had attended U.S. Strategic Command briefings on the Russia-Ukraine war and was privy to information that was highly classified.

The Air Force employee also allegedly sent information that included military targets and Russian military capabilities.

Slater faces up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000 for each count he is accused of.

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NASCAR issues tweet celebrating LGBT Pride Month



It's June, which means that people can expect to be bombarded by a deluge of rainbows as businesses and government entities recognize so-called "Pride Month" — and right on cue, NASCAR issued a tweet on Wednesday celebrating the cause du jour.

"As we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, we acknowledge that recent actions have not aligned with NASCAR’s mission to be a welcoming sport for all. We remain steadfast in our commitment to create a more inclusive environment -- in our workplaces, at the race track & in the stands," NASCAR tweeted.

\u201cAs we celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, we acknowledge that recent actions have not aligned with NASCAR\u2019s mission to be a welcoming sport for all. \n\nWe remain steadfast in our commitment to create a more inclusive environment -- in our workplaces, at the race track & in the stands.\u201d
— NASCAR (@NASCAR) 1654096203

In response to NASCAR's post, BlazeTV host Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report," tweeted, "What freakin’ flag is that? You virtue signaling weirdos…."

"Reason #1,0000000000 we need a national divorce," BlazeTV's Daniel Horowitz of "The Conservative Review" tweeted.

"Laughingly pathetic," BlazeTV host Steve Deace of "The Steve Deace Show" tweeted.

"Perfect example of wokeness invading a business to the point where they have completely lost touch with their customer base," Caleb Hull tweeted.

"Woke NASCAR? WTH?! What next, woke MMA?" Harmeet Dhillon tweeted.

The U.S. Marines saluted LGBT services members on Wednesday, tweeting a graphic that included bullets with brightly-colored tips, in an apparent nod to the LGBT rainbow symbol.

"Throughout June, the USMC takes #Pride in recognizing and honoring the contributions of our LGBTQ service members. We remain committed to fostering an environment free from discrimination, and defend the values of treating all equally, with dignity and respect. #PrideMonth #USMC," the Marine Corps tweeted.

The U.S. Air Force also issued a tweet celebrating Pride Month.

"Happy Pride Month! We are the best #USAF by leveraging the diverse backgrounds & strengths of each member of our total force. We are committed to making the #AirForce a place where all can reach their full potential. #PRIDE #Pridemonth," the Air Force tweeted.

President Joe Biden in his proclamation for Pride Month this year claimed that "the rights of LGBTQI+ Americans are under relentless attack."

"Members of the LGBTQI+ community — especially people of color and trans people — continue to face discrimination and cruel, persistent efforts to undermine their human rights," the proclamation states.

See it: While saluting LGBTQ service members at the beginning of Pride Month, U.S. Marine Corps posts graphic featuring a bullet rainbow



The U.S. Marine Corps issued a tweet on Wednesday saluting LGBT service members — the post included a graphic featuring bullets with brightly-colored tips, in an apparent nod to the LGBT rainbow symbol.

Many businesses and government entities publicly celebrate the LGBT movement each June during so-called "Pride Month."

"Throughout June, the USMC takes #Pride in recognizing and honoring the contributions of our LGBTQ service members. We remain committed to fostering an environment free from discrimination, and defend the values of treating all equally, with dignity and respect. #PrideMonth #USMC," the Marine Corps tweeted.

\u201cThroughout June, the USMC takes #Pride in recognizing and honoring the contributions of our LGBTQ service members. We remain committed to fostering an environment free from discrimination, and defend the values of treating all equally, with dignity and respect.\n\n#PrideMonth #USMC\u201d
— U.S. Marines (@U.S. Marines) 1654090901

In response to the post, MRCTV managing editor Brittany Hughes tweeted, "Armed and fabulous. Should come in handy in the next war."

"China is going to steamroll us, aren't they?" tweeted Curtis Houck, managing editor of the Media Research Center's NewsBusters.

"Seriously? How does fixating on differences foster cohesion and unity?" tweeted Christina Pushaw, who serves as press secretary for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

"The culture wars are not one the Marines were formed to fight. You represent all Americans & not just Woke socialists weaponizing sexual orientation to attack traditional nuclear family & Christian values. Tolerate, yes. Champion a side in a cultural debate? Not your mission," Kyle Becker tweeted.

"The job of the @usmc is to win wars. Full stop. Trying to make the Marines woke distracts from that mission. When I was in the Marines we had one mantra that fostered an environment free from discrimination: 'We all wear green and we all bleed red'. That’s all we need," tweeted Dr. Rich McCormick, a Republican running for U.S. Congress in the state of Georgia.

The U.S. Air Force also issued a tweet on Wednesday recognizing Pride Month.

"Happy Pride Month! We are the best #USAF by leveraging the diverse backgrounds & strengths of each member of our total force. We are committed to making the #AirForce a place where all can reach their full potential. #PRIDE #Pridemonth" the Air Force tweeted.

\u201cHappy Pride Month! We are the best #USAF by leveraging the diverse backgrounds & strengths of each member of our total force. We are committed to making the #AirForce a place where all can reach their full potential. #PRIDE #Pridemonth\u201d
— U.S. Air Force (@U.S. Air Force) 1654088821

President Joe Biden issued a proclamation for Pride Month again this year, after previously doing so in 2021. But while last year's proclamation referred to LGBTQ+ people, the 2022 proclamation added "Intersex" and refers to LGBTQI+ people.

"I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR. ... do hereby proclaim June 2022 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex Pride Month," Biden's proclamation states. "I call upon the people of the United States to recognize the achievements of the LGBTQI+ community, to celebrate the great diversity of the American people, and to wave their flags of pride high."

\u201cHappy Pride Month from the Biden-Harris Administration.\u201d
— The White House (@The White House) 1654091152

'Our Army Combat Fitness Test shouldn't be the equivalent to an Instagram yoga a** model': Steven Crowder



The United States Army considers changes to the Combat Fitness Test scoring for male and female soldiers. Steven Crowder offered his thoughts on the issue on Monday's episode of Louder with Crowder.

In this clip, Crowder said he believes soldiers "should not enter the battlefield" if they are unable to do a pull-up. "Our Army Combat Fitness Test shouldn't be the equivalent to an Instagram yoga a** model," Crowder said with a smirk.

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