USDA Launches Vital Farm Security Plan to Shield American Farmland From Foreign Buyers

The Trump administration has long had as one of its goals to increase protection of one of our nation's most vital interests: Farmland. Without farmland and the farms that work on those lands, we literally do not eat. 

I come from a long line of farmers. My Dad farmed for much of his life. My maternal grandfather farmed a small "century farm" that had been homesteaded by his family before the Civil War. My paternal grandfather farmed as a young man. Farming is important, and so is protecting our farmlands.

The Secretary of Agriculture, Brook Rollins, appeared with host Maria Bartiromo on Fox Business's Morning with Maria to explain how this is being done.

Secretary Rollins said:

In just about an hour, Secretary Hegseth is coming over to USDA, we'll be hosting an event, doing a press conference, and signing a memorandum of understanding that an unprecedented effort to ensure that our departments are working together. I appreciate that you've always been so great to let me come on and talk about how farm security is national security, that before President Trump came into office, the consolidation of our farmland, the foreign adversarial ownership of our farmland, especially from China and other places, has really been creeping up on our country. Now we have almost 300,000 acres owned by China. 

Of course, a lot of our food supply and food sources are now foreign, come from foreign sources, and we're working to reverse that while at the same time protecting our farmers, protecting our farmland from our foreign adversaries. It's just another step in the right direction. I'm so proud of Secretary Hegseth. He has leaned all in on this, as has the president, and we're going to keep fighting for our American farmers and ranchers.

Why involve the War Department, we may very well ask? Because a lot of the agricultural land being bought up by Chinese interests is mysteriously near major military bases and other sensitive installations. That's a matter of serious concern; this is about a lot more than food production. It's about intelligence-gathering. It's a near-certainty that these lands are being used to surveil the military bases and other installations they border on. If anyone tries to tell you otherwise, ask them if they have any bridges for sale.

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The United States is fortunate to have some of the best farmlands in the world, from the East Coast to California's Central Valley. We can grow a wide variety of crops, and as a bonus, we have vast expanses of grassland ideally suited for grazing livestock. Preventing purchase by agents of a government not friendly to the United States (that's a long-winded way of saying "China") should be a priority. Of course, there are ways to shield such purchases, to hide them behind a phalanx of agents and shell companies, but that doesn't mean the effort shouldn't be made.

Secretary Rollins is correct; we need to protect and preserve our farmlands, and that doesn't mean just implementing good soil-management practices. It's a matter of our nation's physical health - and national security. 

https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/02/11/usda-launches-vital-farm-security-plan-to-shield-american-farmland-from-foreign-buyers-n2199031

Scott Jennings Calls Out Democrats for ‘Completely Melting Down’ Over Voter ID

 This article/video is thanks to Ricepaddydaddy!

During a recent episode of his radio show, Scott Jennings called out the Democrats over their hysterical reaction to people calling for voter ID.

Jennings notes the popularity of the idea with pretty much everyone except for Democrat politicians and points out that if you dig into the Democrat argument against voter ID, their position completely falls apart.

Even people in the liberal media like Dana Bash of CNN are starting to question Democrats on this because their position on the issue is so ridiculous.

Townhall reports:

Salem Radio host and CNN contributor Scott Jennings took the Democrats to task for opposing the will of the people on Voter ID.

“I want to talk about something today that should not be controversial in a healthy democracy, and that is who gets to vote in American elections,” Jennings said. “Republicans in Congress are pushing legislation called the SAVE America Act…it safeguards American voting eligibility by requiring voter ID and proof of citizenship to register in federal elections.”

“That’s it. There’s no tricks here, no suppression. Just verification. And for supporting this common-sense idea,” Jennings continued, “Democrats are completely melting down.”

“More talking points, false talking points from the Democrats. You’ve also heard Chuck Schumer repeatedly call Voter ID ‘Jim Crow 2.0’ even though three-quarters of Black voters think you show an ID to vote,” Jennings said. “It’s right there in the polling.”

“None of them will answer the simplest question imaginable: should only U.S. citizens vote in U.S. elections?” Jennings added. “Because once you say yes, their argument collapses. Here’s the reality that Democrats don’t want to admit: Voter ID is overwhelmingly popular with the American people. Republicans, independents, Democrats, Black voters, Hispanic voters, White voters, men, women. Everybody is for it. 83 percent of Americans want Voter ID.”

Here’s the video:

There is only one possible reason why Democrats oppose voter ID and everyone knows what it is. They are afraid that they can’t win in an honest election where only American citizens vote.

There is no other possible reason for them to object to this, despite the absurd reasons they have tried to offer.

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/02/scott-jennings-calls-democrats-completely-melting-down-voter/

Ilhan Omar Posts Stunning Tweet that Seemingly Calls for President Trump’s EXECUTION After He Comments on Somali Fraud

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) made an extremely disturbing statement on X that many are interpreting as a call for President Trump’s execution.

On Tuesday, Trump sat down for an interview with Larry Kudlow on Fox Business to discuss his administration’s efforts to crack down on the massive fraud happening across America, espically in Minnesota.

At one point, Trump specifically referenced the Somali community’s role along with Omar’s in the fraud.

“Somalia has come in here. What they’ve done to our country, these people, they’ve come into our country, and what they’ve done with that fake congresswoman. She’s so bad,” Trump to Kudlow.

Omar was furious at what she read. She proceeded to blast Trump as the head of the “Ped*phile Protection Party” before talking baout what Somalia does with p*dophiles.

“The leader of the Ped*phile Protection Party is trying to deflect attention from his name being all over the Epstein files,” Omar wrote.

“At least in Somalia, they execute ped*philes, not elect them, she added.

Did she call for Trump’s execution? You be the judge.

Many on X seemed to think so and demanded law enforcement take a look at Omar.

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/02/ilhan-omar-posts-stunning-tweet-that-seemingly-calls/

Updated: At least 10 dead, including suspect, in connection with shooting at British Columbia high school

Updated:

DISGRACE: Another trans-terrorist kills 9, wounds over 25, and the media claim the shooter is a woman…

https://therightscoop.com/disgrace-another-trans-terrorist-kills-9-wounds-over-25-and-the-media-claim-the-shooter-is-a-woman/

Six people were found dead inside the school, one died en route to the hospital, and two others were found dead in a home. At least 25 others are being treated for injuries

At least nine people were killed in connection with a shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia, according to officials, who added that the suspect was also found dead.

The Tumbler Ridge Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) confirmed to Fox News Digital that officers responded to reports of an active shooter at the school at 1:20 p.m. local time Tuesday. While searching the school, officers found six victims dead from gunshot wounds and a person believed to be the suspect dead from what appeared to be a self-inflicted injury.

Two victims were airlifted to a hospital with serious or life-threatening injuries, police said, and a third victim died while being transported to the hospital.

During the investigation, police identified a secondary location believed to be connected to the incident, where two additional victims were found dead inside a residence.

An active shooter was confirmed at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia.

Approximately 25 others with non-life-threatening injuries were taken for assessment at the local medical center, police said.

"This was a rapidly evolving and dynamic situation, and the swift cooperation from the school, first responders, and the community played a critical role in our response," Superintendent Ken Floyd, North District Commander, said in a statement. "Our thoughts are with the families, loved ones, and all those impacted by this tragic incident. This has been an incredibly difficult and emotional day for our community, and we are grateful for the cooperation shown as officers continue their work to advance the investigation."

All remaining students and staff were safely evacuated from the school, police said.

Police do not believe there are any additional suspects or ongoing threat to the public.

The identity of the suspected shooter has not been released and police have not identified a possible motive. Officials did not say whether the shooter had any connection to the school.

Floyd confirmed the shooter was the same individual described in a police alert issued earlier in the day as a "female in a dress with brown hair."

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was devastated by the horrific shootings.

"My prayers and deepest condolences are with the families and friends who have lost loved ones to these horrific acts of violence. I join Canadians in grieving with those whose lives have been changed irreversibly today, and in gratitude for the courage and selflessness of the first responders who risked their lives to protect their fellow citizens. Our ability to come together in crisis is the best of our country — our empathy, our unity, and our compassion for each other," he wrote on X.

The RCMP initially confirmed an active shooter incident Tuesday at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia, with at least one suspect found dead.

Additional police resources were deployed to the area from neighboring detachments, along with the North District Emergency Response Team.

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In a message posted to its website, the Peace River South School District said it was "aware of a lockdown and secure and hold at Tumbler Ridge Secondary and Tumbler Ridge Elementary schools."

"We are asking people to have patience as we work with the RCMP," school officials wrote.

Larry Neufeld, who represents Peace River South in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, released a statement on social media noting he was heading to the scene.

"I am aware of the active shooter situation currently unfolding in Tumbler Ridge, and my thoughts are with residents as this situation continues to develop," Neufeld wrote. "I have been in direct contact with the Solicitor General to receive updates and to ensure all necessary provincial resources are being made available to support local law enforcement and emergency responders.

"Public safety is the absolute priority. I urge everyone in the area to follow RCMP instructions, remain sheltered, and rely only on official updates," he continued. "I am leaving Victoria immediately to return to my riding to be on the ground and available to support the community in any way needed. I will continue to stay closely engaged as this situation evolves."

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

https://www.foxnews.com/world/active-shooter-incident-confirmed-canadian-high-school-suspect-found-dead-police