The mainstream media has treated accusations of large-scale fraud in the Pigford settlement with overt skepticism and a distinct lack of journalistic curiosity. The press has blindly repeated the Obama Administration’s claim that there are only a handful of fraud
The mainstream media has treated accusations of large-scale fraud in the Pigford settlement with overt skepticism and a distinct lack of journalistic curiosity. The press has blindly repeated the Obama Administration’s claim that there are only a handful of fraud
Both left media and right media are afraid to report the Pigford story. Those on the left are fearful that BigGovernment.com’s reporting is true – and our biggest detractors are conspicuously silent since we launched our report two weeks ago.
Both left media and right media are afraid to report the Pigford story. Those on the left are fearful that BigGovernment.com’s reporting is true – and our biggest detractors are conspicuously silent since we launched our report two weeks ago.
For years we have heard the common refrain that “the people don’t get it,” or we’re “stupid,” or we “really don’t care.” Ignoring the Americans who serially vote Democrat because they have been bought off with welfare payments or some
As Barack Obama prepares to sign an alleged landmark settlement to right previous wrongs dealt black farmers by the USDA, it’s important to realize that this is less a story about race, or discrimination, than it is a textbook case
Although the Pigford settlement story is a complex one that has major political implications, at the heart of it is a very simple question: does the settlement contain a significant amount of fraud? If the Obama administration is telling the
While we certainly hope the possibility of multi-billion dollar fraud was enough to pique your outrage, what may be the most frightening revelation from our research is that Pigford may be the proverbial tip of the farmer scam iceberg. Fox
Rep. Steve King (R-IA) appeared on Anderson Cooper 360 and debated John Boyd, leader of the Black Farmers Association who spear-headed the Pigford II settlement. Before any case could be made by the congressman, Mr. Boyd immediately accused him of
MSNBC’s Chris Jansing previewed her upcoming segment featuring Rep. Steve King by labeling him “one of the most radical right-wingers in Congress.”
Updated. From the Associated Press: The House on Tuesday passed landmark legislation to pay for some $4.6 billion in settlements with American Indians and black farmers who say they faced discrimination and mistreatment from the government. Lawmakers voted 256-152 to
Untitled from Breitbart on Vimeo. On Monday, Rep. Steve King (IA-R) and Rep. Michele Bachmann (MN-R) gave a presentation in the House of Representatives on the Pigford Farm Settlement. Rep. King gave a thorough history of the lawsuit including the
Too many elected officials are far too comfortable spending taxpayer dollars without knowing where that money will actually end up. This was proven once again by the Senate’s vote to fund the Pigford Settlements, even though serious claims of fraud
From THE HILL: House Republicans on Wednesday charged that a multibillion-dollar settlement with black farmers supported by the Obama administration was rife with fraud. At a press conference in the Capitol Visitor Center, Reps. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn.), Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.)
Congressman Steve King (R-IA), a Member of the House Agriculture and House Judiciary Committees, has written Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to request a meeting next week to discuss allegations of serious fraud in the disbursement of Pigford v. Vilsack settlement
Congressman Steve King (R-IA) has issued the following statement in response to the press conference held this week between former USDA employee Shirley Sherrod and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. During the press conference, Sherrod revealed that she would not
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to interview Congressman Steve King (R-Iowa) for my radio show, “The Ben Shapiro Show,” which broadcasts every Sunday 1-4 PM ET in Orlando, FL. The topic of Shirley Sherrod came up, and in particular, the
Rep. Steve King tells radio talk show host Ben Shapiro that there are very curious circumstances behind Shirley Sherrod’s initial hiring at the USDA and calls for investigations into the matter.
This morning on The Laura Ingraham Show, Rep. Steve King doubles down on his controversial remarks on race and the Obama Administration’s handling of the Black Panther case in Philadelphia.
[youtube mGbAspTyauY] Yesterday, Attorney General Eric Holder testified before the House Judiciary Committee. I had an interesting exchange with the AG and wanted to share this with all of you. It was shocking when the Attorney General admitted to Congressman
In 1831, a French aristocrat, Alexis de Tocqueville’s recognized how different America’s infant democracy was from other democratic republics. He issued warnings to our young republic, “One also finds in the human heart a depraved taste for equality, which impels
Tomorrow, I will be welcoming one of the biggest stars in our movement to Iowa. Congresswoman Michele Bachmann will be joining me to headline the annual Defenders of Freedom Dinner. I want everyone to know that because you’re not in
After a successful video town hall in Pennsylvania, various members of congress will once again gather to video conference another area: Fresno, California. Led by Congresswoman Michele Bachmann, Congressman Todd Akin, Congressman Steve King and various other members of congress.
I wanted to let all my friends in Pittsburgh know about a great opportunity that will be happening TONIGHT! Several members of congress will be appearing live via a video town hall at the Four Points By Sheraton Pittsburgh North,
Washington News Observer spoke with various outspoken Republicans. Some Republicans claimed that Republicans came out on top at this summit, while other dismissed it as a waste of time. The following clips feature Reps. Michelle Bachmann, Steve King and Brian
