Trump Will Take Control of the Midterms–If This Florida Lawyer Gets His Way Peter Ticktin, an 80-year-old South Florida lawyer, is pushing to influence the upcoming midterm elections by urging President Donald Trump to issue an executive order that would allow the president to oversee the voting process. Ticktin claims foreign interference is threatening the integrity of the elections, citing alleged automated voting fraud spanning from Venezuela to Michigan and Beijing. He argues that Trump must act to prevent foreign actors from manipulating the outcome, stating, “The only reason Donald Trump is in office now is because the computer data center in Belgrade, Serbia, was disabled by certain American actors in 2024.” Ticktin accuses the Chinese, the World Economic Forum, and Democrats of conspiring to secure a Senate majority next year to impeach Trump and Vice President JD Vance, replacing him with New York congressman Hakeem Jeffries. Ticktin’s efforts are rooted in a decades-long relationship with Trump, dating back to their time as classmates at the New York Military Academy. He detailed their history in his 2020 book, What Makes Trump Tick, and was part of Trump’s legal team in a 2022 lawsuit against Hillary Clinton and others, which alleged a racketeering scheme to fabricate false allegations against Trump’s 2016 campaign. The case was dismissed as “frivolous” by a federal judge, with sanctions imposed on the lawyers involved, including Ticktin. Despite this, Ticktin maintains his credibility with Trump, claiming they have a long-standing trust. Ticktin has been advocating for election reforms for at least a year, recently following up with Trump via email.#trump #world_economic_forum #hakeem_jeffries #peter_ticktin #new_york_military_academy
International Women’s Day Theme is Give to Gain International Women’s Day, observed annually on March 8, marks its 115th year in 2026. This global celebration honors women’s achievements and champions gender equality, diversity, and parity. The theme for this year, “Give to Gain,” underscores the importance of collective support to advance women’s progress worldwide. According to the International Women’s Day website, the theme highlights how generous contributions—through donations, advocacy, education, or mentoring—can drive meaningful change for women across the globe. The origins of International Women’s Day trace back to 1911, when it was first celebrated in four countries as a day to honor working women. In the United States, the movement began earlier, in 1909, with 15,000 people marching for better pay and voting rights. The date was not standardized until 1914, just before World War I, and it wasn’t until 1975 that the United Nations officially recognized the day. Though not an official U.S. holiday, the event is widely observed by schools, communities, and companies advocating for gender equity. Despite progress, challenges persist. The Global Gender Gap Report 2025, published by the World Economic Forum, reveals that the gap remains only 68.8 percent closed globally—a modest 0.3 percent increase from the previous year. The United States ranks 42nd overall and 58th in health indicators, with maternal mortality rates rising in seven countries since 2020. The report suggests gender parity could take over a century to achieve, emphasizing the urgency of the “Give to Gain” theme. Supporting organizations that empower women is critical not only for immediate impact but also for future generations.#united_states #international_womens_day #world_economic_forum #global_gender_gap_report #maternal_mortality
Trump’s Red Neck Blotch Caused By Skin Treatment, White House Says President Donald Trump’s red mark on his neck was attributed to a preventative skin treatment, according to the White House, which addressed the issue after the blotch became visible at a Medal of Honor ceremony attended by the president. The White House informed Forbes via email that White House doctor Sean Barbabella prescribed a “very common cream” for the right side of Trump’s neck, noting the redness should subside within a few weeks. The White House did not specify the purpose of the cream. Last month, during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, bruising appeared on Trump’s left hand, a detail that gained attention given his right-handedness. In a July letter from the president’s physician, Barbabella stated the hand bruising was consistent with tissue irritation from frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin for “standard cardiovascular prevention.” Despite efforts to conceal health conditions, including using makeup and bandages to cover bruising on his hand, Trump has also been observed with swollen ankles. Barbabella confirmed the president’s condition was evaluated by the White House Medical Unit, and that Trump has chronic venous insufficiency, a “benign and common condition” resulting from damaged leg veins. Trump’s comments on his health have been inconsistent. In December, he underwent “preventative” cardiovascular and abdominal MRIs but claimed he was unaware of the specific areas scanned. Last year, when questioned about his health and mental sharpness after appearing to fall asleep during a meeting, Trump told reporters, “I’ll let you know when something’s wrong.#trump #white_house #medal_of_honor_ceremony #sean_barbabella #world_economic_forum
