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Morning Greatness: US Takes Iran-Flagged Ship Into Custody

American Greatness - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:26
Good Monday morning. Here is what’s on President Trump’s agenda today: 8:00 AM THE PRESIDENT participates in Executive Time 1:30 PM THE PRESIDENT participates in […]

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Preparedness Notes for Monday — April 20, 2026

SurvivalBlog.com - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:05

On April 20th, 1653 Oliver Cromwell and 40 musketeers forcibly dissolved the English Rump Parliament, after it failed to establish a caretaker government. In Cromwell’s words “You have sat too long for any good you have been doing lately … In the name of God, go!” — April 20, 2010: An explosion on the Deepwater Horizon oil platform, leased by BP, killed 11 workers and began spewing an estimated 200 million gallons of crude into the Gulf of Mexico for nearly three months, creating the worst known offshore oil spill. — April 20th is also the day that we remember …

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Husqvarna 26 Inch Clearing Axe, by Thomas Christianson

SurvivalBlog.com - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:04

Dateline: The Swamp. I am writing this in the depths of winter, but I cannot rest from my labors. I must press forward with the ongoing campaign. The objective is to push back the tangled undergrowth threatening to swallow up our property. Only ceaseless effort can prevent the undergrowth from reclaiming our land for The Swamp. Without the protecting cover of leaves, my enemy is more vulnerable to my counter-attacks. I can better see to cut the various tendrils, stems, and saplings. The newest weapon in my arsenal is the Husqvarna 26 Inch Clearing Axe. The clearing axe consists of …

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Recipe of the Week:

SurvivalBlog.com - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:03

The following recipe for Super Simple Traditional Skillet Asparagus is from SurvivalBlog reader Ellen H. This requires a large cast-iron skillet with lid. Ingredients Asparagus (1 to 6 servings’ worth) Butter Salt (to taste) Pepper (to taste) Directions Warm a large cast Iron skillet over medium heat. Add enough butter to coat the bottom of the pan. When the butter foam subsides, add the asparagus and shake the skillet to coat the asparagus spears. Cover and cook, shaking occasionally, until the spears are bright green but still crisp, about 3 minutes. Uncover and continue cooking until the asparagus is tender …

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SurvivalBlog Graphic of the Week

SurvivalBlog.com - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:02

Today’s graphic: Normalized product of inverse of Cost of Living and Human Development Index (HDI) based on 2026 Cost of Living data. JWR’s Comments:  Note that the Human Development Index has been criticized for a Scandi-centric view of health, wealth, and happiness. The HDI’s 0-to-1 ratings essentially assume that present-day Scandinavia is the penultimate in civilizational aspirations. I, for one, can imagine something a lot better than multi-generational welfare dependence. Also note that the current prosperity of Norway, the UK, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Germany has partly been artificially propelled by the cash generated by drilling North Sea oil. The …

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The Editors’ Quote Of The Day:

SurvivalBlog.com - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:01

“The hour is fast approaching on which the honour and success of this army, and the safety of our bleeding country depend. Remember, officers and soldiers, that you are free men, fighting for the blessings of liberty… that slavery will be your portion… …if you do not acquit yourselves like men.” – George Washington, 1776

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Sanchez, Lenin, and Global Opposition to Trump

American Greatness - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
This past weekend, the self-proclaimed leaders of the global Left gathered in Barcelona to complain about Donald Trump and to declare that they are the […]

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President Trump Flips the Script—Again!

American Greatness - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
The chattering class has once again been shocked by President Trump’s out-of-the-box actions. For years, we’ve been led to believe in the oft-repeated international consensus […]

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President Trump: Mission Accomplished

American Greatness - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
In 2004, on an aircraft carrier far away, President George W. Bush took the podium, and he declared his military actions in Iraq a success. […]

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Texas Rep Chip Roy files bill to denaturalize, deport Islamists and Marxists

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
He said the bill “deploys new tools to fight back against the Marxist and Islamist advance that has devastated Europe and has now arrived on our doorstep, especially in my home state of Texas.”

Supreme Court denies case of whether Mass. violated parents' rights in school transition case

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
Lawyers for the parents said the school allowed their daughter to use bathrooms where boys undressed, and a new name.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass proposes $14.85 billion budget, counts on increased revenues

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Bass said the balanced budget predicts increased revenues from property, business, sales and utility taxes.

US intel flagged major 2020 election vulnerabilities, including voter registration data, memo shows

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
Memo newly declassified by DNI Gabbard shows concerns about integrity of American voting were far greater than the public was told by previous administrations. Evidence emerged that China had gained access to voter registration data in multiple states and had even sent fake driver's licenses to the United States in a bid to help Joe Biden win the election, officials said.

‘Fani Willis is an ICON’: Biden White House hailed prosecutor as she pursued charges against Trump

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
"I can't help but to stan," said one Biden White House official of the Trump foe.

Virginia is for gerrymanderers: Redistricting vote Tuesday a threat to silence conservatives

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
Virginia’s special election referendum could muffle nearly all conservative voices in the purple state, if it passes. As of this morning, the polls are close, within the margin of error either way.

Abbey Gate trial begins: DOJ says ISIS-K aimed at ‘Crusaders,’ but defense says DOJ got ‘wrong man’

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
Mohammad Sharifullah is on trial in northern Virginia for his alleged role in the ISIS-K suicide bombing which killed thirteen Americans. Jury selection and opening arguments began Monday.

Trump urges Virginians to oppose redistricting plans in last minute pitch to telerally

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
Virginians are expected to go to polls Tuesday to vote on the measure, which seeks to change the state's House lines from a 6-5 Democrat majority to a potential 10-1.

Iran warns US it will not accept negotiations while 'under the shadow of threats'

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
The warning comes as the United States prepares for the next round of peace talks with Iran in Pakistan this week, which will be led by Vice President JD Vance for the U.S. delegation.

Nancy Mace files motion to expel Cory Mills over stolen valor and sexual misconduct allegations

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
The South Carolinian's resolution accuses Mills of misrepresenting his military service, sexual misconduct, campaign finance violations and illicit involvement in federal contracts as a member of Congress, among others.

Satire website 'The Onion' reaches new deal to lease Alex Jones' Infowars

Just The News (JustTheNews.com) - Mon, 04/20/2026 - 00:00
The Onion CEO Ben Collins said a court still needs to approve the new deal, but if it goes through, the satire website would pay a monthly licensing fee to the court-appointed receiver overseeing InfoWars.

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