Camp David has one primary purpose: Presidential privacy. Unlike the White House where people come and go, strict logs are kept of all (well, most) visitors, and rumors can spread and leak like a sieve, Camp David is pretty much the opposite. Nobody comes or goes without permission from the president. Visitor logs are easily redacted. It’s the most private place the we know of where presidents often go.
That’s why Joe Biden took his son, Hunter, to the 125-acre retreat for a one-day trip. He wanted to talk about something without prying eyes or spies. He likely wanted to talk to other people without the press catching wind. The question is, why?
Before we offer some theories, here are the details about the trip via our news wire:
Joe and Hunter Biden’s Camp David Trip Draws Questions
The White House faced criticism on Saturday following reports that Hunter Biden had joined his father, President Biden, on a trip to Camp David. This came in the wake of bombshell allegations of political corruption made by a whistleblower, as well as Hunter Biden’s recent guilty plea to federal tax charges and his agreement to a plea deal on a felony gun charge.
The House Ways and Means Committee had recently shared details of an interview conducted with an IRS whistleblower last month. The whistleblower had provided a WhatsApp message from 2017 in which Hunter Biden allegedly told a Chinese business associate that he and his father would ensure consequences if their commitments were not fulfilled. The message, revealed by IRS whistleblower Gary Shapley, stated Hunter Biden’s intention to use his connections and influence to hold a grudge against the associate.
Conservatives on Twitter pointed out the close timing between the revelations and the joint travel of the father and son to Camp David. Some criticized the alleged collusion between Hunter and Joe Biden, highlighting the ongoing allegations of corruption and the plea deal Hunter had reached with the Biden administration. The decision to bring Hunter to the White House for a state dinner and then to Camp David was seen by critics as a questionable move, considering the serious allegations against him.
President Biden has consistently denied discussing foreign business deals with his son, despite evidence suggesting otherwise. The whistleblower testimony emerged just days after Hunter Biden reached an agreement with the Justice Department to plead guilty to tax-related charges and to enter into a pretrial diversion agreement for a firearm possession charge.
Critics questioned the purpose of Hunter Biden’s presence at Camp David and speculated about confidential discussions and undisclosed legal advisers. Some also raised concerns about the security implications and the short duration of the trip.
In addition to accompanying his father to Camp David, Hunter Biden was listed as a guest at a state dinner for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his wife. Footage showed Hunter Biden mingling with prominent guests at the White House event.
When asked about Hunter’s presence at the dinner, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre declined to comment, citing it as a personal family matter. The White House did not respond to further requests for comment.
What Was Discussed at Camp David?
Here are my theories, listed in order from least to most likely:
- Discuss Plans to Fake Hunter’s Coming “Disappearance” — Okay, so this is obviously the least likely possibility, but we ARE talking about the Biden Crime Family. A sudden disappearance or even faked demise of Hunter would solve a whole lot of Joe’s problems as corporate media would have even more reasons to not look into the family’s corruption. The UniParty Swamp would have an excuse to force conservative lawmakers to stop investigating out of “respect.”
- Hunter Is Blackmailing His Dad — It’s always been in the back of my mind that Hunter has to have something tucked away about his dad. We know he has the goods to burn the patriarch, but is he smart enough to keep it secured somewhere as a threat to keep old Joe from discarding him?
- Discuss Options to “Disappear” Whistleblowers Past, Present, and Future — If making Hunter disappear is off the table, then making those who can implicate the family might make sense. It’s no surprise that Joe’s sexual assault accuser recently defected to Russia. It’s also no surprise that at least two of the Biden whistleblowers cannot currently be found.
- Lay Out Threat Analysis to Attorneys and Other Lackeys — The “mainstream” theory is that Joe and Hunter simply needed to strategize with their attorneys about whatever is to come.
- Convince Hunter to Sacrifice Himself for the Family — With so many crimes coming to light on practically a daily basis, it seems to me the most reasonable response is to convince Hunter to take the blame. Most will disagree that this is the most likely scenario, but I actually believe it’s close to a 50% chance that this is the winner. The floodgates have opened. Even their corporate media lapdogs are asking questions about it. If they’ve come to the conclusion that they won’t be able to “disappear” all of the whistleblowers and witnesses, or that there is incontrovertible evidence of crimes by Joe, then their only recourse is to make Hunter the scapegoat. Joe will promise a pardon after the 2024 election. Hunter will have to keep his mouth shut. He’ll also want reassurances that he won’t be shivved in prison. But if all that can be worked out, expect the DOJ to “get tough” and go after Hunter in the coming weeks.
What do you think? Am I way off? Leave a comment on my Substack.
Five Things New “Preppers” Forget When Getting Ready for Bad Times Ahead
The preparedness community is growing faster than it has in decades. Even during peak times such as Y2K, the economic downturn of 2008, and Covid, the vast majority of Americans made sure they had plenty of toilet paper but didn’t really stockpile anything else.
Things have changed. There’s a growing anxiety in this presidential election year that has prompted more Americans to get prepared for crazy events in the future. Some of it is being driven by fearmongers, but there are valid concerns with the economy, food supply, pharmaceuticals, the energy grid, and mass rioting that have pushed average Americans into “prepper” mode.
There are degrees of preparedness. One does not have to be a full-blown “doomsday prepper” living off-grid in a secure Montana bunker in order to be ahead of the curve. In many ways, preparedness isn’t about being able to perfectly handle every conceivable situation. It’s about being less dependent on government for as long as possible. Those who have proper “preps” will not be waiting for FEMA to distribute emergency supplies to the desperate masses.
Below are five things people new to preparedness (and sometimes even those with experience) often forget as they get ready. All five are common sense notions that do not rely on doomsday in order to be useful. It may be nice to own a tank during the apocalypse but there’s not much you can do with it until things get really crazy. The recommendations below can have places in the lives of average Americans whether doomsday comes or not.
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Secured Wealth
Whether in the bank or held in a retirement account, most Americans feel that their life’s savings is relatively secure. At least they did until the last couple of years when de-banking, geopolitical turmoil, and the threat of Central Bank Digital Currencies reared their ugly heads.
It behooves Americans to diversify their holdings. If there’s a triggering event or series of events that cripple the financial systems or devalue the U.S. Dollar, wealth can evaporate quickly. To hedge against potential turmoil, many Americans are looking in two directions: Crypto and physical precious metals.
There are huge advantages to cryptocurrencies, but there are also inherent risks because “virtual” money can become challenging to spend. Add in the push by central banks and governments to regulate or even replace cryptocurrencies with their own versions they control and the risks amplify. There’s nothing wrong with cryptocurrencies today but things can change rapidly.
As for physical precious metals, many Americans pay cash to keep plenty on hand in their safe. Rolling over or transferring retirement accounts into self-directed IRAs is also a popular option, but there are caveats. It can often take weeks or even months to get the gold and silver shipped if the owner chooses to close their account. This is why Genesis Gold Group stands out. Their relationship with the depositories allows for rapid closure and shipping, often in less than 10 days from the time the account holder makes their move. This can come in handy if things appear to be heading south.
Lots of Potable Water
One of the biggest shocks that hit new preppers is understanding how much potable water they need in order to survive. Experts claim one gallon of water per person per day is necessary. Even the most conservative estimates put it at over half-a-gallon. That means that for a family of four, they’ll need around 120 gallons of water to survive for a month if the taps turn off and the stores empty out.
Being near a fresh water source, whether it’s a river, lake, or well, is a best practice among experienced preppers. It’s necessary to have a water filter as well, even if the taps are still working. Many refuse to drink tap water even when there is no emergency. Berkey was our previous favorite but they’re under attack from regulators so the Alexapure systems are solid replacements.
For those in the city or away from fresh water sources, storage is the best option. This can be challenging because proper water storage containers take up a lot of room and are difficult to move if the need arises. For “bug in” situations, having a larger container that stores hundreds or even thousands of gallons is better than stacking 1-5 gallon containers. Unfortunately, they won’t be easily transportable and they can cost a lot to install.
Water is critical. If chaos erupts and water infrastructure is compromised, having a large backup supply can be lifesaving.
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies
There are multiple threats specific to the medical supply chain. With Chinese and Indian imports accounting for over 90% of pharmaceutical ingredients in the United States, deteriorating relations could make it impossible to get the medicines and antibiotics many of us need.
Stocking up many prescription medications can be hard. Doctors generally do not like to prescribe large batches of drugs even if they are shelf-stable for extended periods of time. It is a best practice to ask your doctor if they can prescribe a larger amount. Today, some are sympathetic to concerns about pharmacies running out or becoming inaccessible. Tell them your concerns. It’s worth a shot. The worst they can do is say no.
If your doctor is unwilling to help you stock up on medicines, then Jase Medical is a good alternative. Through telehealth, they can prescribe daily meds or antibiotics that are shipped to your door. As proponents of medical freedom, they empathize with those who want to have enough medical supplies on hand in case things go wrong.
Energy Sources
The vast majority of Americans are locked into the grid. This has proven to be a massive liability when the grid goes down. Unfortunately, there are no inexpensive remedies.
Those living off-grid had to either spend a lot of money or effort (or both) to get their alternative energy sources like solar set up. For those who do not want to go so far, it’s still a best practice to have backup power sources. Diesel generators and portable solar panels are the two most popular, and while they’re not inexpensive they are not out of reach of most Americans who are concerned about being without power for extended periods of time.
Natural gas is another necessity for many, but that’s far more challenging to replace. Having alternatives for heating and cooking that can be powered if gas and electric grids go down is important. Have a backup for items that require power such as manual can openers. If you’re stuck eating canned foods for a while and all you have is an electric opener, you’ll have problems.
Don’t Forget the Protein
When most think about “prepping,” they think about their food supply. More Americans are turning to gardening and homesteading as ways to produce their own food. Others are working with local farmers and ranchers to purchase directly from the sources. This is a good idea whether doomsday comes or not, but it’s particularly important if the food supply chain is broken.
Most grocery stores have about one to two weeks worth of food, as do most American households. Grocers rely heavily on truckers to receive their ongoing shipments. In a crisis, the current process can fail. It behooves Americans for multiple reasons to localize their food purchases as much as possible.
Long-term storage is another popular option. Canned foods, MREs, and freeze dried meals are selling out quickly even as prices rise. But one component that is conspicuously absent in shelf-stable food is high-quality protein. Most survival food companies offer low quality “protein buckets” or cans of meat, but they are often barely edible.
Prepper All-Naturals offers premium cuts of steak that have been cooked sous vide and freeze dried to give them a 25-year shelf life. They offer Ribeye, NY Strip, and Tenderloin among others.
Having buckets of beans and rice is a good start, but keeping a solid supply of high-quality protein isn’t just healthier. It can help a family maintain normalcy through crises.
Prepare Without Fear
With all the challenges we face as Americans today, it can be emotionally draining. Citizens are scared and there’s nothing irrational about their concerns. Being prepared and making lifestyle changes to secure necessities can go a long way toward overcoming the fears that plague us. We should hope and pray for the best but prepare for the worst. And if the worst does come, then knowing we did what we could to be ready for it will help us face those challenges with confidence.
Tourists complain that the White House smells like pot on Mondays, before they have a chance to air it out.