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RFK Jr Takes Aim at SSRIs Following Minneapolis Shooting, Cleans House at CDC

Today’s Digest covers the Minneapolis shooting, Gaza postwar plans, Israel’s actions, Michigan DEI training, Oklahoma teacher test, CDC director dismissal, painkiller resistance, and insider trading trends.

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US Politics

In Minneapolis, a shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School by 23-year-old Robin Westman, who identified as transgender, resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to 17 others before Westman took his own life. According to authorities, Westman’s manifesto included expressions of regret over his trans identity and references to violent fantasies and satanic symbolism. Westman’s father, a 29-year veteran at a GIS software firm with reported contracts from the CIA and Department of Defense, has raised questions about possible connections, though no evidence of direct involvement has been confirmed. Westman’s mother has reportedly declined to cooperate with police and has hired a defense attorney, according to law enforcement sources. Some perspectives, however, urge a focus on mental health and gun control rather than identity or family background, as reported by mainstream outlets.

In other news, a Michigan teacher with 31 years of experience resigned after participating in a DEI training that included an assessment of her “level of whiteness,” citing concerns over racial bias in discipline metrics, as stated in her resignation letter. The Michigan Education Association has defended such initiatives, arguing they address systemic inequalities in education, per their official statement. In Oklahoma, a new “America First Test” for teacher certification, developed in collaboration with a conservative group, has been introduced to establish specific classroom guidelines, according to state officials. Critics, including the American Federation of Teachers, have called it an overreach that could limit diversity of thought in classrooms, as noted on their public platforms.

A recent investigation has revealed that the Sixteen Thirty Fund, part of Arabella Advisors’ network and heavily backed by progressive megadonors like George Soros, has been covertly funding a program to influence Gen Z voters through social media. According to Wired and public filings, the “Chorus Creator Incubator Program” paid over 90 influencers with a collective reach of 40 million followers to promote progressive content, with strict contracts prohibiting disclosure of their funding or the program’s existence. This lack of transparency has sparked concerns about the integrity of political messaging targeting young voters, especially as platforms like TikTok and Instagram increasingly shape their worldview, per Pew Research. Some influencers deny involvement, and others argue dark money flows across political spectrums, as mainstream sources note.

In a related development, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announced a $77 million funding cut to a group managed by Arabella Advisors, just a day after a private meeting between Bill Gates and President Trump on August 27, 2025. The foundation described the decision as part of routine strategic assessments, not political influence, according to a spokesperson’s statement to the New York Times. This move signals a broader shift away from for-profit consulting firms like Arabella Advisors, which have been linked to progressive causes. The convergence of these events raises questions about the role of major donors in shaping political narratives through opaque financial networks.

Health

Kennedy Jr. also announced HHS studies into SSRIs and psychiatric drugs, suggesting a potential link between overmedication and mass shootings like the one in Minneapolis, referencing black box warnings for suicidal and homicidal ideation, per his remarks. Opposing views from medical experts caution against stigmatizing mental health treatment, emphasizing that most individuals on such medications do not exhibit violent behavior, as covered by major news outlets.

Meanwhile, the CDC has confirmed the dismissal of Director Susan Monarez following a conflict with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over vaccine policy. Kennedy Jr. stated that the agency has a “troubled” culture, according to a public statement. This decision led to the resignation of four senior officials and a staff walkout in Atlanta in protest.

Separately, a study from the University of South Australia found that common painkillers such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen may contribute to antibiotic resistance in E. coli when used alongside antibiotics, a concern noted in settings like elder care facilities amid the global antimicrobial resistance crisis, according to the study’s findings. Experts, however, note that the study was conducted in a lab setting and more research is needed to confirm real-world implications, as reported by health news sources.

Geopolitics

Tony Blair and Jared Kushner are reportedly involved in Donald Trump’s alleged “postwar plans” for Gaza, according to sources familiar with the matter. This has drawn attention amid ongoing claims of genocide in the region. Reports suggest that over 180 UN countries have expressed concern over Israel’s actions, though fear of potential U.S. retaliation has reportedly limited stronger responses such as sanctions or diplomatic breaks. Economist Jeffrey Sachs has publicly criticized the U.S. for rejecting genocide claims at the UN Security Council, citing mass starvation affecting an estimated half a million people in Gaza and pointing to what he describes as systemic issues in U.S. foreign policy influenced by lobbying and national security interests. However, the Israeli government has defended its actions, asserting that military operations target Hamas and not civilians, while emphasizing efforts to provide humanitarian aid, as stated in official communications.

Economy

Financial markets have seen an unusual trend with zero buy orders among the top 200 insider trades by value last week, according to market analysts. This absence of purchasing activity among corporate insiders may indicate caution or bearish sentiment, though specific reasons remain unclear, as noted by industry observers. Some analysts suggest this could be due to regulatory changes or upcoming earnings reports rather than a lack of market confidence, as discussed in financial publications.

Sources

Tony Blair, Jared Kushner, and Trump’s Gaza “Postwar Plans” Spark Controversy Amid Ongoing Genocide Accusations

The way to a solution lies in immediately ending the genocide that’s underway, the mass starvation that’s underway, which the U.S. again denied yesterday in the UN Security Council, which Israel has denied, but which the whole world sees before our eyes.

Source | Submitted by rhollenb

Minneapolis Shooter’s Manifesto Reveals Regret Over Trans Identity: “I Wish I Never Brain-Washed Myself”

I am tired of being trans, I wish I never brain-washed myself.

Source | Submitted by Mike from Jersey

CDC Director Susan Monarez Fired in Vaccine Policy Dispute with RFK Jr.; Four Senior Officials Resign in Leadership Shakeup

Susan Monarez is no longer director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Source | Submitted by sand_kitty

Soros-Backed Dark Money Scheme Pays Influencers to Sway Gen Z Voters

That should terrify anyone who still believes in transparency, democracy, or the free flow of ideas.

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Common Painkillers Like Ibuprofen and Acetaminophen May Worsen Antibiotic Resistance, Study Finds

“Antibiotic resistance isn’t just about antibiotics anymore.”

Source | Submitted by preppy

Minneapolis Shooter’s Father Linked to CIA and DOD Contracts, Raising Questions of Deeper Connections

Esri is a global leader in geographic information systems, GIS software, and has various contracts with US government agencies, including the Central Intelligence Agency and the Department of Defense through GSA, schedules, enterprises, license agreements, ELAs, and direct task orders for software services and training.

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RFK Jr. Announces HHS Studies on SSRIs and Psychiatric Drugs After Minneapolis School Shooting

We’re launching studies on the potential contribution of some of the SSRI drugs and some of the other psychiatric drugs that might be contributing to violence.

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Mother of Trans Minneapolis Shooter Flees, Refuses Police Cooperation, Hires Defense Attorney

“We have not been successful in talking to the shooter’s mother,” Police Chief Brian O’Hara said.

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Bill Gates Cuts $77 Million in Funding to Radical Left Group After Trump Meeting

A spokesman for the Gates Foundation previously told the New York Times that severing ties with the leftist group was “a business decision that reflects our regular strategic assessments and partnerships.”

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RFK Jr. Slams CDC, Confirms Firing of Director Susan Monarez Over Agency’s “Troubled” Culture

There’s a lot of trouble at CDC, and it’s going to require getting rid of some people.

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Michigan Teacher Quits Over Controversial ‘Whiteness’ Test in DEI Training

I was told to decrease the number of detentions that were issued for a certain race that showed up late because culturally it’s acceptable for them.

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CDC Staff Stage Walkout in Atlanta, Protest RFK Jr.’s “Damage” to Public Health

CDC staff just staged a walkout at headquarters in Atlanta, cheered on by supporters.

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Insider Trading Alert: Zero Buy Orders in Top 200 Trades Last Week, Analyst Shocked

BREAKING NEWS: Out of the top 200 insider trades over the last week (by value). 0/200 were buy orders.

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RFK Jr. Links Mass Shootings to Psychiatric Drugs, Calls for Studies on Overmedication Crisis

There’s never been a time in America, in the history of humanity, when people walked into a crowd, into a church, or a movie theater, or a school, or a crowd of strangers, and just started randomly shooting.

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Oklahoma’s “America First Test” Aims to Filter Out Far-Left Teachers from Classrooms

Teacher Tells Meeting, If you don’t become an “antiracist” teacher you could be fired. “Either evolve or dissolve.”

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In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: Middle East Eye, Israeli Government, The Washington Post, Michigan Education Association, The American Federation of Teachers, The Guardian, CNN, Medical News Today, and Financial Times.

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