The Department of Justice under President Donald J. Trump is taking steps to dismiss the federal charges against Dr. Eithan Haim, a Texas doctor who blew the whistle on a hospital’s covert practices.
Dr. Haim had exposed that the Texas hospital was administering puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and conducting sex-change operations on minors. This revelation prompted the Texas legislature to ban such procedures on minors.
The charges against Dr. Haim were filed by the Biden administration’s DOJ after he informed various media outlets, including City Journal, about the hospital’s transgender medicine program involving minors.
This move by the Biden administration sparked controversy and highlighted the growing concerns about transgender medical procedures for children. Dr. Haim’s attorney maintained that he adhered to HIPAA standards by redacting patient-identifying details in his disclosures to the media.
In response to Dr. Haim’s whistleblowing, federal agents were dispatched to his home, leading to his indictment on four felony counts related to HIPAA violations. The prosecution of Dr. Haim by the Biden government was met with outrage from those who oppose what they see as the medical community’s negligence in handling radical transgender procedures.
Meanwhile, in the United Kingdom, Nigel Farage’s Reform Party has achieved a significant milestone by topping a national opinion poll for the first time. According to data from Find Out Now, the Reform Party is leading with 26 percent support, surpassing the Conservatives at 23 percent and the Labour Party at 22 percent. Farage expressed optimism about this development, emphasizing that “this is just the beginning.”
Despite Farage’s rise in popularity, he faced criticism from tech billionaire Elon Musk over his decision not to align with anti-grooming gang activist Tommy Robinson.
A survey earlier this month showed that only a small portion of the UK population was interested in a Farage-Robinson alliance. Many Reform supporters supported Farage’s decision to distance himself from Robinson.
In contrast, British voters expressed discomfort with Musk’s involvement in their domestic politics. A YouGov survey indicated that a majority of Britons are not inclined to support Musk’s interference, with only 18 percent having a favorable view of him. This sentiment was echoed in Germany, where similar views were held about Musk’s political knowledge.
The dispute between Farage and Musk revolves around the sensitive issue of child grooming gangs, predominantly composed of individuals from Muslim and Pakistani backgrounds. Gaia Cooper, a victim of such a gang, criticized Musk’s comments, describing them as unhelpful. She accused him of engaging in “trolling culture” and labeled him “narcissistic.”
In the UK political landscape, Farage emerged as the most positively viewed figure, ahead of the Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch and Labour’s Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. This reflects a shift in public sentiment towards nationalist and populist ideas, aligning with Farage’s political vision.
On the technology front, Meta Platforms Inc. is planning a massive investment in artificial intelligence, with plans to allocate between $60 billion and $65 billion in 2025. This marks a significant increase from the previous year’s spending. CEO Mark Zuckerberg emphasized the importance of expanding data center infrastructure to support AI development.
Zuckerberg’s vision for Meta involves a substantial increase in graphics processing units (GPUs), which are crucial for AI processes. The tech industry is currently experiencing a shortage of these components due to soaring demand. Major players like Meta, Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are fiercely competing to secure GPUs from suppliers like Nvidia.
In another significant development, President Trump announced a collaboration between OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle, dubbed Stargate. This initiative aims to invest at least $100 billion in U.S. data centers, with the potential to increase the investment to $500 billion over four years. This collaborative effort underscores a commitment to maintaining American technological leadership.
Meta recently revealed plans to construct a large new data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana. This facility will cover over four million square feet, a size that Zuckerberg noted could fit a significant portion of Manhattan. This expansion highlights Meta’s dedication to bolstering its AI capabilities and infrastructure.
In the political arena, President Trump continues to enjoy strong approval ratings, with RMG Research reporting a 57 percent approval rate. Since resuming office, Trump has been proactive in addressing issues like illegal immigration and streamlining government operations. These actions resonate with many Americans who support his leadership and policy direction.
