ETHICS: Representatives Tom Garrett & Rod Blum Are Under Foreign Funded Propaganda Investigation

Oyez!

Hot off the House Ethics Committee presses......

We have two brand new Ethics investigations referred to the DOJ for full investigation.

The U. S.  Franking Commission of the House Administration oversees the use of the congressional frank for any postal mailings.

The Congressional Frank

Pursuant to Public Law 93-191, the bipartisan Commission on Congressional Mailing Standards or the "Franking Commission" has a three fold mandate: (1) to issue regulations governing the proper use of the franking privilege; (2) to provide guidance in connection with mailings; (3) to act as a quasi-judicial body for the disposition of formal complaints against Members of Congress who have allegedly violated franking laws or regulations. 

As a result of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act for FY 1991, Members are required to submit all mass mailings (unsolicited mailings of 500 or more pieces of the same matter) for an advisory opinion prior to mailing. 

The issuance of an advisory opinion is a process; involving telephone and personal consultations with the Member's staff prior to the dispersing of a written advisory. When proposed mailings are submitted to the Commission in draft form, often changes are needed in order to comply with franking standards. Staff routinely points out any problems and suggests the revisions that are necessary for the issuance of a favorable opinion. All material submitted to the Commission is reviewed by both the majority and minority staff before an advisory is issued.

The Congressional Franking Committee has absolutely nothing, whatsoever, to address the electronic usage.

Absolutely nothing about the internet.

Talk about Horse and Buggy House Rules!

I guess they are trying to be conservative, and stuff.

Franking Manual for the 115th Congress by Beverly Tran on Scribd

 Since 1974 Members of Congress can include in the franking information on mission children.

Missing Children Under section 3220, a franked mailing may contain biographies and photographs of missing children. This material may appear on the envelope or any page of a newsletter, questionnaire, meeting notice, or similar mailing. However, caution should be exercised that this material does not impede the mailing panel of a self-mailer. Should Members or staff have any questions regarding placement of the information, they should contact the Commission staff. Note to Section 3220 of title 39 provides that any guidelines, rules, or regulations prescribed pursuant thereto shall cease to be effective December 31, 2002.27 For information on obtaining appropriate biographies and photographs of missing children, Members may contact the Program Director, The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, 1835 K Street, N.W., Suite 700, Washington, D.C. 20006, (202) 634-7161.

The rule for the use of the Congressional Franking to assist in finding missing children came out of Watergate and so did the Ethics Committee.

Not one Member of Congress has utilized this privilege.

I tried and was shot down, but then again, anything dealing with children is protected under privacy laws, even pro-life propaganda and its funding.

Absolutely brilliant.

But, have no fear for the U.S. Postal Inspector Services and the U.S. Treasury FinCEN has extraordinary powers to address the use of the Congressional Franking.

Oh, and before I forget, many others are also watching.

DOJ & DHS On Election Security Executive Order: "We Are Following The Money"

OCE Referral Regarding Rep. Thomas Garrett 

NATURE OF THE ALLEGED VIOLATION: In 2018, Representative Garrett hired an employee from his official congressional staff to work for his congressional campaign committee. The employee may have performed personal errands while being paid by Representative Garrett’s congressional campaign committee. If Representative Garrett converted funds from his congressional campaign committee for personal use, then he may have violated House rules, standards of conduct, and federal law.

Tom Garrett and Jason Kessler

Garrett targeted in two ethics probes

D.C. PAC, Americans for Self-Rule,Targets Virginia's Rep. Thomas Garrett

House Ethics Panel Extends Inquiry Into Rep. Tom Garrett

Virginia Republican allegedly had congressional aides run personal errands

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OCE Referral Regarding Rep. Rod Blum

NATURE OF THE ALLEGED VIOLATION: Rep. Rod Blum may have omitted required information from his financial disclosure reports related to reportable assets and positions. If Rep. Blum did not include required information in his financial disclosure reports, then he may have violated federal law, House rules, and standards of conduct. Rep. Blum may have permitted the use of official House resources to support or promote Tin Moon Corporation (“Tin Moon”), a private business in which Rep. Blum holds a financial interest. If Rep. Blum misused official House resources to support a business endeavor, then he may have violated federal law, House rules, and standards of conduct. Rep. Blum may have permitted Tin Moon to use or employ an unfair or deceptive trade practice in connection with Tin Moon’s solicitation of business clients. If Rep. Blum permitted Tin Moon to engage in deceptive trade practices, then Rep. Blum may have violated federal law, state law, House rules, and standards of conduct.

http://tinmoonlabs.com/

Ethics Office Report Released on Lame Duck Rod Blum

Business No.	Legal Name	Status
522185	TIN MOON CORPORATION	Active
Type	State of Inc.	Modified
Legal	IA	No
Expiration Date	Effective Date	Filing Date
PERPETUAL	5/3/2016	5/3/2016
Chapter
CODE 490 DOMESTIC PROFIT

https://sos.iowa.gov/search/business/(S(p5v5ga45ely2sj45qcxhoi55))/summary.aspx?c=q3I66ZaqxuoXLCNfvCTRJo_RTlhg2UeHt6Xpe3e0MH01

https://www.nrlc.org/site/

Caffeinated Thoughts: National Right to Life Endorses Rod Blum 

National Right to Life PAC
National Right to Life Victory Fund
National Right to Life Convention
NRL News Today
Pro-Life Perspective
Association for Interdisciplinary Research in Values & Social Change

Franking Manual for the 115th Congress by Beverly Tran on Scribd

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Another Conjugal Collaborative: DOJ Partners With U.S. Postal Inspection Services, FinCEN, DEA, ICE, ITS To End Drug & Tiny Human Trafficking

What we have here is another conjugal collaborative with the U.S. Department of Justice, DEA, ATF, ICE, FinCEN, IRS and the U.S. Postal Service Inspection Service, which, on a side note found out years ago just how powerful the Inspector General is.

But I just found out today that it does possess powers to stop the trafficking of tiny humans, and I was humbled because the first mass system of trafficking tiny humans was through the postal service called orphan trains and it started all in Coldwater, Michigan through the Michigan Children's Institute.

The USIS also has control over the Frank, the postage of Congress.

I found out that there is law allowing a Member of Congress to place upon any of its official mailings a picture of a missing child.

I tried to get Congress to do it, but they snubbed me.

U.S. Postal Inspection Service

VICTIMS OF CHILD EXPLOITATION

For more than a century, Postal Inspectors have investigated the sexual exploitation of children. The Postal Inspection Service was the first federal law enforcement agency to aggressively identify, target, and arrest those who produce, sell, and purchase child pornography. Specially trained Postal Inspectors investigate crimes related to the sexual exploitation of children. We partner with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, the Department of Justice’s Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section, and U.S. Attorney’s Offices across the United States to investigate child sexual exploitation involving the mail and the Internet.

A parent who suddenly learns that a teacher, Boy Scout leader, or coach close to their child was arrested for possessing child pornography or for child exploitation can undergo great stress. Parents may be unsure of how to approach the situation. To learn more about the signs of abuse, visit Learn the Signs. Children’s advocacy groups are available to speak directly with parents and interview children believed to have been abused. To find a local organization, visit One With Courage.

Restitution for Victims of Child Exploitation

When an offender views, possesses, or distributes child pornography, it harms the child depicted in the picture every time it changes hands. Congress and courts around the country recognize the ongoing physiological, emotional, and mental harm done to children depicted in this manner. Courts have awarded restitution for child victims abused in pictures in cases prosecuted for the receipt, possession, and distribution of the pictures. To learn more, contact an attorney experienced in restitution.

Help for Parents of Exploited Children 

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) offers peer support for families with sexually exploited children through its Team Hope program. Team Hope matches families with trained volunteers who can provide them with support, friendship, coping skills, and compassion. 1-866-305-4673

Too bad there is no help for parents who have had their children Legally Kidnapped.

I have a serious issue with NCMEC, or rather with a few Members of Congress affiliated with this NGO.

I will be address her, soon.

Can You See Me?I am here, can you see me
I am here and still breathing
As I sit in the dark I wonder
I wonder, why me
Why was I chosen by evil
Why was I chosen to be your prize
I am innocent yet I feel guilty
I am here, can you see me
I am here and still standing
Hear my voice, all secrets are gone
Yes, I can see me now.

By an Inspection Service Victim-Witness Coordinator

“The Postal Inspection Service will continue to aggressively identify, target, and arrest those who dare prey on our children."

—Inspector in Charge, U.S. Postal Inspection Service

“One of the most important things the U.S. Postal Inspection Service can deliver is a child's safety. Postal Inspectors have a long history of aggressively investigating predators who attempt to sexually exploit children through the use of the U.S. Mail. Although predators now employ more sophisticated technology, Postal Inspectors will continue to remain steadfast in our mission, no matter what means or methods they use.”

—Inspector in Charge, U.S. Postal Inspection Service

In standing oration I bestow upon this conjugal collaborative my sincerest blessings in the diffusion of this model to the darkness of cybersphere because where you find purveyors of death, you find privateers of children.

Attorney General Jeff Sessions Announces Results of J-Code’s First Law Enforcement Operation Targeting Opioid Trafficking on the Darknet

Today, the Department of Justice, FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) announced the results of a four-day long, nationwide law enforcement operation, called Operation Disarray, which targeted vendors and buyers of opioids and cocaineon the Darknet.  This operation was the first coordinated action by the new Joint Criminal Opioid Darknet Enforcement (J-CODE) Team.

These results were announced by Attorney General Jeff Sessions, FBI Director Christopher A. Wray and U.S. Postal Inspection Service Chief Postal Inspector Guy Cottrell.

“Synthetic opioids are responsible for nearly one-third of the unacceptable 64,000 drug overdoses in America in 2016,” said Attorney General Sessions.  “Some of the deadliest drugs can be purchased with a few clicks of a button and ordered online. That’s why I ordered the creation of J-CODE—the Joint Criminal Opioid Darknet Enforcement team—back in January.  J-CODE coordinates our efforts to stop online opioid sales, and it is already getting results.  Today, we announce the first nationwide J-CODE operation, one that led to the arrest of alleged traffickers across America. I want to thank all of our law enforcement partners at the FBI, DEA, ATF, our Postal Inspectors, IRS-CI, NCIS, FinCEN and ICE-HSI who helped make this possible, and I want to thank President Trump for his strong support of our efforts. J-CODE is helping us keep deadly drugs out of this great country.”

“Our work to combat drug trafficking has taken us from coast to coast and to the darkest corners of the web.  The opioid epidemic is a public health crisis, and those of us in law enforcement must be relentless in our efforts to disrupt this illicit activity,” said FBI Director Christopher Wray.  “We thank our partners in this operation; through J-CODE, we will continue to work together to target the sale of opioids on the Darknet.”

“The Postal Inspection Service is dedicated to protecting the American public,” said Chief Postal Inspector Guy Cottrell.  “One of the ways we fulfill this mission is by working tirelessly with other law enforcement agencies in operations just like this one to keep dangerous drugs out of the communities we serve.”

During the March 27 to 30 operation, FBI, USPIS, and local law enforcement made eight arrests related to Operation Disarray.  Agents conducted more than 160 interviews nationwide of people who have bought or sold opioids and other drugs online.  Leads from the investigation identified 19 overdose deaths of persons of interest.  FBI, USPIS and the Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) also executed numerous search warrants, which resulted in the seizure of weapons, drugs, counterfeit currency, and computer equipment.  During the operation, law enforcement agents distributed literature regarding the dangers of opioid abuse, as well as, offered support for those affected by the opioid epidemic.  The investigation is ongoing. 

The J-CODE Team is a new FBI initiative announced by Attorney General Sessions in January 2018, and is aimed at targeting drug trafficking, especially fentanyl and other opioids, on the Darknet.  With this team, the FBI is bringing together agents, analysts, and professional staff with expertise in drugs, gangs, health care fraud, and more, and our federal, state, and local law enforcement partners from across the U.S. Government, to focus on disrupting the sale of drugs via the Darknet and dismantling criminal enterprises that facilitate this trafficking.  Operation Disarray is the J-CODE’s first joint, nationwide coordinated operation.

Attorney General Sessions thanked our law enforcement partners on the J-CODE team, to include the FBI, USPIS, Department of Justice Criminal Division’s Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section and the Organized Crime and Gang Section; Drug Enforcement Agency; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives; Department of Defense; IRS-CI; U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI); and Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) for bringing expertise, professionalism and a shared desire to combat this epidemic.  Through continued collaboration and determination the successes J-CODE will continue to forge a positive difference and outcome. 

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Members of Congress and Missing Children

Interesting fact I just stumbled upon.  Since 1974 Members of Congress can include in the franking information on mission children.


The "franking" is the official marking on mailings, including emails and other electronic forms.

Too bad no one has done it.  Ever.


If I was in Congress I would be pushing the envelope... literally.