EPSTEIN ASSOCIATE QUESTIONED ON CAMERA! TRUMP TARIFFS ARE COSTING YOU💰. PRINCE ARRESTED. USA WOMEN TAKE GOLD!!!
THURSDAY, FEBRARY 19, 2026
EPSTEIN’S BILLIONAIRE ASSOCIATE UNDER OATH
The House Oversight Committee released the video of the full 5 hour deposition of billionaire Les Wexner. Wexner was listed as a co-conspirator of Jeffrey Epstein by the FBI back in 2019 but was never charged with any crime. Lawmakers say it was Wexner’s money that lawmakers believe funded Jeffrey Epstein’s lavish lifestyle and allowed him to traffic young girls around the world. Wexner made several shocking statements during his testimony. You can hear directly from him in this video and you can decide whether you think he’s a credible witness.
Watch Wexner’s full deposition here.
FBI’s co-conspirator list from Epstein files here.
HOW MUCH IS IT COSTING YOU? PART 1: TARIFFS.
I am doing a series of videos this week reporting on the costs of several actions and policies of the Trump administration. Today in Part 1 I am starting with Trump’s tariffs. This report is based on two recent reports released by the New York Fed and the Tax Foundation. Both found that the American people and American businesses are the ones who are OVERWHELMINGLY paying the cost of these tariffs. The Tax Foundation even estimates that the cost we’re all paying for these tariffs will offset the benefits of the tax cuts in the Big Beautiful Bill.
Read the New York Fed report here.
Read the Tax Foundation report here.
FORMER PRINCE ANDREW ARRESTED
Andrew Mountbatten-Winsor is back at his royal home tonight after spending 11 hours in police custody for questioning. Yes, the man formerly known as Prince Andrew was arrested by British police from his property on the royal estate today in connection with revelations in the Epstein files. They also conducted searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk. But Andrew wasn’t arrested for the reason you’re probably thinking. He was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The United States does not have a similar crime on the books but UK officials say this crime is handed down to those who abuse the power bestowed on them by the public. In this case, police said they were “assessing” reports that Mountbatten-Windsor sent trade information to Epstein in 2010, when the former prince was Britain’s special envoy for international trade. That information was disclosed by the US Department of Justice during the recent release of some of the Epstein files.
What makes today’s arrest remarkable is that it was the first time in nearly four centuries that a senior British royal was placed under arrest and the King (whose family normally shields and covers for one another) seemed to be on board with the police activity. In fact, King Charles III issued the following unprecedented statement (notice how he doesn’t even refer to Andrew as his brother):
I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office. What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities. In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation.
Let me state clearly: the law must take its course.
As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter. Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all.
Charles R.
The family of prominent Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre who also publicly accused Andrew of sexually assaulting her on three separate occasions when she was underage said of the arrest today, “At last, today, our broken hearts have been lifted at the news that no one is above the law, not even royalty. On behalf of our sister, Virginia Roberts Giuffre, we extend our gratitude to the UK’s Thames Valley Police for their investigation, and the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. He was never a prince. For survivors everywhere, Virginia did this for you.” Virginia Giuffre took her own life last year.
1ST MEETING OF TRUMP’S BOARD OF PEACE
Today was the first meeting of President Trump’s new Board of Peace. During that meeting — in which Trump appointed himself as the chairman — the president surprised everyone by announcing that the Untied States was going to donate $10 BILLION to the Board of Peace to rebuild Gaza. During today’s event Trump also said the other countries involved in his Board of Peace already donated $7 billion.
Now, Trump did not say where the $10 billion would come from and the White House would not respond to reporters questions. Several Democrats raised red flags about that $10 billion and said it was illegal for Trump to add it to the Board of Peace without Congress’s approval.
It’s also worth noting that none of our NATO allies have joined this Board of Peace. Most are concerned that Trump is actually trying to challenge the United Nations and they question the structure of Trump’s board and it’s overall mission.
PUBLIC HEALTH ORGS SUE TRUMP OVER EPA CHANGE
Last week I reported that President Trump and his Environmental Protection Agency threw out the Endangerment Finding which has been the central basis for US government action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.
Well now, as I reported would happen, a coalition of health and environmental groups sued the Environmental Protection Agency to stop them from throwing out the rule. The coalition says over the years several federal courts and even the Supreme Court have ruled that the Endangerment Finding was legit and the EPA had the power to implement it. The coalition says the Trump administration doesn’t have the legal authority to just throw it out becuase they don’t like it and they can’t just claim that the science behind it is bogus.
It is very possible this case will be back in front of the Supreme Court in the coming year (or years).
TEAM USA WOMEN WIN GOLD!!!
It was a banner day on the ice for the ladies of Team USA!!!!!
Team USA Hockey: The American women proved this afternoon that they are indeed one of the most dominant women’s hockey teams on the ice. In a 2-1 overtime victory Team USA rallied to beat Canada this afternoon.
“This team’s got so much resolve. Never quit. Always ready to fight and go to battle,” said 5-time Olympian Hilary Knight said. She went on to say “It’s just a testament to the preparation of our group and the love that we have in that room, and the way we found a way to get the job done at the end of the night.”
Watch the winning moment by clicking on the photo below.
Alysa Liu: After a near flawless performance in tonight’s free skate, one of the American “Blade Angeles,” Alysa Liu walked away with Olympic gold!!! This is the first women’s figure skating gold medal for the United States in 24 years. The last American woman to win Olympic skating gold was Sarah Hughes in 2002.
Alysa’s story is so interesting. At 13, she was the youngest US champion ever when she won the first of back-to-back titles. But after finishing sixth at the Beijing Olympic Games, Liu was so burned out that she abruptly retired. Just recently she came back and now she’s taking home gold. She said “I think my story is more important than anything to me and that’s what I will hold dear, and this journey has been incredible, and my life has just been — I have no complaints.”
Watch Alysa’s free skate below. Just click the image.
ACTOR ERIC DANE PASSED AWAY
Just one year after announcing he was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s disease, actor Eric Dane passed away today at the age of 53. Dane is best known for his roles in TV shows like “Euphoria.” But he’s perhaps best known for his role as Dr. Mark “McSteamy” Sloan in “Grey’s Anatomy.”
“He spent his final days surrounded by dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the center of his world,” said a statement that requested privacy for his family. “Throughout his journey with ALS, Eric became a passionate advocate for awareness and research, determined to make a difference for others facing the same fight. He will be deeply missed, and lovingly remembered always. Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.” After his announcement last year, Dane became a vocal advocate for ALS awareness, more research and health insurance coverage.
Dane is survived by actor Rebecca Gayheart (the two had an on and off marriage for years), and their two teen daughters, Billie Beatrice and Georgia Geraldine.
VERTICAL PIZZA BOX
Why didn’t I think of this?!?!!? Pizza Hut is test driving a new pizza box design in the UK — the vertical pizza box with a handle. Right now — the company admits they’re just testing the box and are just allowing people to speculate online about what it is and how it works. Eventually Pizza Hut says it will address the speculation, confirm the Vertical Pizza Box as a prototype concept and keeping the conversation open for future possibilities.
I have so many questions. But the most important one is… if the pizza is being carried vertically, how does the pizza and all the toppings not slide to the bottom of the box? Are there any engineers in my FactsHQ community who can come up with a way to keep the pizza toppings from sliding off while the pizza is being carried!!?!? I need to know!!!
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