What RFK Jr. Missed  

Peloni:  Evidence based medicine requires the pursuit of medical evidence to wherever it leads.  Unfortunately, special interests too often have the final word on the use of lucrative medications and expensive technical hardware.  Is it a lack of awareness which keeps the door closed on further investigation of the relevance of any connection between neonatal sonar exams and autism, or is it the motive related to a captured medical bureaucracy?

The HHS secretary promised to look into the causes of autism. There’s a long and disturbing evidence trail (not to vaccines!) that he should have paid more attention to.

Joan Swirsky | Am Thinker | June 19, 2026

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At 72, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is an impressively educated environmental lawyer, author, aggressive activist on vaccines, critic of the pharmaceutical and food industries, and a lifetime political activist, many of whose credentials — particularly his creative thinking — appealed to President Trump, who nominated him to be Secretary of Health and Human Services.

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June 20, 2026 | 7:59 pm | 2 Comments »

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JD Vance makes his case to Israel: Why Trump’s Iran deal could be good for the Jewish state  

Peloni: Vance’s claim of don’t Trust, just Verify, and then only reward good behavior is entirely undone by the fact that the MOU provides the lifting of sanctions days before the Strait of Hormuz was ever going to be opened, and as the Strait was not opened on time, what was Vance’s response?  To pressure Israel.  So Vance is correct, we should not look at what people say, and focus on their actions, but even in the opening window of the negotiations using this blighted MOU, it has been Vance’s position that Israel will compromise under the ire of Washington’s criticisms so as to appease the Iranians into even begin fulfilling their first obligation under the MOU, which was simply to meet with Vance.  This deal is very bad, but so too are the management skills being employed by Vance and his team in even starting the negotiations with the Iranians.

Part Two of the interview follows at bottom.

Part One of an exclusive interview: US VP Vance explains why the administration believes diplomacy offers best path to preventing a nuclear-armed Iran

David Brody | All Israel News |  Published: June 18, 2026

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance knows he’s got a tough sell on his hands.

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June 20, 2026 | 12:54 pm | 5 Comments »

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Trump loses the war with Iran  

Peloni:  It is informative that MAGA supports regime change in Iran by 2:1.  So is the election really what is fueling Trump’s push to keep the Mullahs in power and ending the war.  It is interesting that Trump referenced that what was left of the regime could be offered a seat at the table on the first day of the war if they stopped fighting, and by the third day of the war, Trump was advocating for a Venezuela style regime transformation instead of regime change.  So, Trump was always in preference of dealing with the devils in Tehran rather than eliminating them, and this is an important distinction which fails to address the reality of the threat from the Iranian establishment.  More than this, I would argue that this same misconception about Iran persists in the formation of the current deal, even as it is absurdly one sided in favor of the Ayahtollahs.  Indeed, I believe that Trump’s extreme efforts in this deal, which are meant to gain compliance from the regime, will actually embolden them further, leaving Trump with a choice of having of either surrendering entirely to the regime, or to give up  all hopes of dealing with them altogether.  Hence, if political calculations are what led Trump to enter what many reasonably see as a mad scheme in this MOU, this hoped for MOU solution will soon be seen to entirely backfire and Trump will be faced with doing what he should have done all along, ie finish the war.

by Steve Kramer 

Donald Trump speaking with supporters at a campaign rally at Veterans Memorial Coliseum at the Arizona State Fairgrounds in Phoenix, Arizona. Photo by Gage Skidmore from Peoria, AZ, United States of America - Donald Trump, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=49611649Donald Trump speaking with supporters at a campaign rally at Veterans Memorial Coliseum at the Arizona State Fairgrounds in Phoenix, Arizona. Photo by Gage Skidmore from Peoria, AZ, United States of America – Donald Trump, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikipedia

On June 7 a year ago Israeli fighter jets attacked Iran’s nuclear facilities in a very powerful and successful way. Subsequently, the US joined Israel in devastating the Iranian regime’s nuclear ambitions. A year later, on June 19, President Trump will sign a loser’s deal with Iran. In many respects the deal leaves Iran in a more powerful position than  ever. As far as many Israelis are concerned, this deal revives Iran and Hezbollah, erasing most of the damage that Israel and the US inflicted upon them.

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June 20, 2026 | 12:19 pm | 3 Comments »

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Middle East latest: Israel & Hezbollah agree to ceasefire amid US-Iran peace agreement  

Peloni:  New ceasefire is imposed on Israel.   There is no benefit for Israel to accept this ceasefire beyond supporting Trump’s fantastical MOU which has little chance of doing anything but improving Iran’s financial desperation, which was the actual leverage which Trump had over Iran.  This is particularly true in the wake of 4 IDF soldiers being killed overnight.

June 19, 2026 | 6:21 pm | 3 Comments »

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Iran Deal Recycles US’ Middle East Missteps  

Ambassador (ret.) Yoram Ettinger, “Second Thought: a US-Israel Initiative” | June 19, 2026

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*The US-initiated negotiation with the Ayatollah regime – which has been preoccupied, since February 1979, with anti-US global war, terrorism and drug trafficking – is consistent with the traditional approach to the Middle East by the State Department’s establishment, irrespective of the fact that this establishment has been sidelined by President Trump from the center stage of shaping US foreign policy during his first and second terms.

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June 19, 2026 | 6:03 pm | 1 Comment »

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UK: 219-Page Rape Gang Inquiry Report Exposes Abuse, Torture, the Islamic Link and the Massive Coverup  

Peloni:  As you read thru the reports revealing the horrors which were unleashed on the children of England with the complicity of the British authorities over the decades, it is an inescapable to conclude the complete state of collapse in which the British stand today.  The evil which came to be empowered by the British authorities came at the cost of literal child sacrifices being conducted in a variety of manners.  Those responsible for and associated with these crimes should face the death penalty.

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The extent of the gross atrocities that Muslim rape gangs committed against non-Muslim British girls are now exposed in MP Rupert Lowe’s 219-page Rape Gang Inquiry report. One truth-teller in particular who paid a dear price for trying to expose what was going on for an extended period was Tommy Robinson. Britain’s authorities savaged him as he relentlessly fought in defense of the voiceless girls and women who faced unimaginable cruelty.

MP Rupert Lowe’s 219-page Rape Gang Inquiry report can be found  HERE.

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June 19, 2026 | 5:43 pm | Comments »

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Iran’s Crown Prince Warns of What’s Coming  

If Trump’s “deal” goes through, the damage won’t be limited to the America-First president’s legacy.

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President Donald Trump is going full speed ahead with his disastrous Iran deal, and that’s not good news for Americans, Israelis, Iranians, or anyone else. Fox News reported Wednesday that the Trump administration finally disclosed the details, which include “plans for immediate waivers on Iranian oil exports, a framework for at least $300 billion in reconstruction and economic development, and a 60-day negotiation period aimed at securing a final agreement on Iran’s nuclear program.”

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June 19, 2026 | 5:06 pm | 5 Comments »

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President and Vice President  

Peloni:  It is telling that on a recent appearance on Megyn Kelly’s podcast show, while referring to Israel,  Vance announced that “They want this to go on until every bomb has been dropped or every Iranian is dead.”  This malicious characterization precedes all the anxiety about the recent ceasefire drama, and seems to truly characterize the manner in which he views Israel.  In fact, it is Vance’s MOU which is abandoning the Iranians to the fate in which they have been captured for want of support for decades, support which Israel wanted to offer them, but which by all reports was cancelled by instruction of Trump.  More than this, the bombing in Lebanon is a response to the Jihadi mentality which has held the Arabs in a continued state of war with Israel since its reconstitution in 1948.  While this is clearly not something with which we can negotiate, it is equally clear that Israel has done exactly this since before the Declaration of Statehood was announced.  From King Abdullah I to the leaders of the Arab states today, it is the Arabs who refuse to make peace with Israel, because they with Israel existence.  This fact seems to be wasted on Vance, whose world view has him making deals with the Iranians at the expense of Israel, while chastising Israel for not being more appreciative for all the good which the US provides to Israel.  The similarities between Vance and Barack Obama seems to only grow with time.

Pablo Nankin MD

President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance in the Situation Room of the White House, Saturday, June 21, 2025. Photo by The White House - https://www.flickr.com/photos/202101414@N05/54607926187/, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=168367844President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance in the Situation Room of the White House, Saturday, June 21, 2025. Photo by The White House – Flickr, Public Domain, Wikipedia

We had a close friend, a lifelong Democrat, whom we all loved and respected. Politics never got in the way of our friendship. During one of our regular Monday lunches, he made a comment that stayed with me: “Just wait until Trump opens his mouth.” We all laughed and enjoyed the afternoon.

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June 19, 2026 | 4:39 pm | 5 Comments »

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Return of Obama-Era Regional Strategy Doctrine in an MOU  

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In this week’s episode of Israel Update with Gadi Taub and Mike Doran, it seems that Mike is stretching to find a reason to support Trump’s policy. Notably, it isn’t that Trump wasn’t guaranteed a victory as Mike contends, but rather, he was looking for a quick end to the war, so much so that he arranged for a $300 billion payment to be paid to Iran for their opening the Strait of Hormuz which they illegally closed.  Indeed, Trump indicated that he had no choice but to seek out a deal because he had to open up the Strait of Hormuz. So while he had repeatedly stated that he had all the cards, he came to believe that he had no cards at all, or at least none which would lead to opening the Strait without paying the Iranians for doing so, and let us not forget the lifting of sanctions which took place days in advance of the Strait being opened.  Note that by doing all of this, Trump set a precedent of paying a ransom to Iran to open the Strait, something that demonstrates American weakness before all the world.  So much for peace by strength.

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June 19, 2026 | 4:00 pm | 9 Comments »

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What the US Receives for Its Investment in Israel – RETURNS  

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Israeli Air Force members wait for F-35I Adirs to launch for a Red Flag-Nellis 23-2 mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 16, 2023. Photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Bell - https://www.dvidshub.net/image/7698029/f-35i-adir-red-flag, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=130153780Israeli Air Force members wait for F-35I Adirs to launch for a Red Flag-Nellis 23-2 mission at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 16, 2023. Photo by Airman 1st Class Trevor Bell – dvidshub.net, Public Domain, Wikipedia

The relationship between the U.S. and Israel is not transactional, it is a long and vital partnership, but the next time you hear the tired question of “What does the U.S. get for $3.8 Billion to Israel,” answer simply – RETURNS.

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June 19, 2026 | 1:07 pm | 1 Comment »

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Why Trump’s suggestion that Syria should ‘handle’ Hezbollah sent shockwaves through the region  

Peloni:  Trump’s suggestion to place an Islamist terrorist in charge of Lebanon bodes poorly for Lebanon and disastrous for Israel.  It will significantly strengthen Turkey’s hand in the region and would likely lead to confrontations between Israel and Turkey’s proxy if not Turkey itself.  Trump’s willingness to bolster Turkey in the region mirrors Obama’s willingness to bolster Iran.  Neither of these nations are good actors, as they are each involved in sponsoring terrorism and they each have colonial interests spread across the region to the regret of the peoples under their control.  Trump’s willingness to feed the ambitions of Turkey right up to the border with Israel indicates would bring about a folly of cataclysmic proportion.

Syrian intervention could benefit Hezbollah by galvanizing its base, uniting Lebanon against invaders

Hanan Lischinsky | All Israel News | Published: June 17, 2026

Pres. Trump Meets with Syrian Pres. Jolani. Photo by Donald Trump - https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/115528250588455261, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=178237675Pres. Trump Meets with Syrian Pres. Jolani. Photo by Donald Trump – TruthSocial, Public Domain, Wikipedia

Sitting next to Qatar’s Emir on Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump casually raised a suggestion that could tip the entire region over the edge.

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June 19, 2026 | 1:58 am | 2 Comments »

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US Amb Huckabee highlights US-Israel heritage after Trump’s ‘Without me, there would be no Israel’ remark  

Peloni:  Ambassador Huckabee, you’re a real mensch.  Bless you.

All Israel News Staff | Published: June 17, 2026

Ambassador Huckabee's Participation in Holocaust Martyrs' and Heroes' Remembrance Day 2025. Photo by U.S. Embassy Jerusalem - https://www.flickr.com/photos/46886434@N04/54473366919/, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=164583080Ambassador Huckabee’s Participation in Holocaust Martyrs’ and Heroes’ Remembrance Day 2025. Photo by U.S. Embassy Jerusalem – Flickr, CC BY 2.0, Wikipedia

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee took part in the International Conference on Israeli Heritage in Judea and Samaria on Tuesday, where he delivered remarks that appeared to highlight historical and religious connections between the United States and Israel.

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June 19, 2026 | 1:55 am | 3 Comments »

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Vance Opens Full Broadside Attack on Netanyahu and Israel  

Peloni:  Another day and another press conference further qualifying the Trump administration’s relationship with Bibi, Israel and now Israel’s govt ministers.  See below video for select attacks and misrepresentations made by Vance in this interview.  Seems he learned a thing or two from his friend Tucker Carlson who is likely quite impressed.

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June 18, 2026 | 11:30 pm | 9 Comments »

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What Has Happened Here  

Peloni:  Don’t forget the important influence of Trump’s machatunim, Special Advisor To the President on Africa and the Middle East, Massoud Boulos, who is rarely mentioned, but who should be understood to be one of Trump’s closest advisors.

James L. Pollack

Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Iran's Foreign Minister in Oman on Feb. 6, 2026. Screengrab via YoutubeSpecial Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Iran’s Foreign Minister in Oman on Feb. 6, 2026. Screengrab via Youtube

Our foreign policy is and always has been ultimately determined and decided by our President, with guidance from his most trusted administration advisors.

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June 18, 2026 | 11:28 pm | Comments »

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Why Squander The Greatest Leverage Ever Built Against Iran?  

Is the Trump administration is about to surrender a significant portion of its leverage before the hardest phase of negotiations begin?

Mark Dubowitz | June 17, 2026

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President Trump’s Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Iran avoids the obvious question: why trade away unprecedented leverage after unprecedented military success?

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June 18, 2026 | 4:30 pm | 4 Comments »

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