Warmists Pretty Upset Over Laws Stopping Climate Scam Lawsuits

By William Teach March 16, 2026 – 3:06 pm

I think it would be great if any shield law includes the provision “you may sue if you’ve fully given up your own use of fossil fuels and made your own life carbon neutral”

The Latest Front in the Battle Over Climate Lawsuits: Bills Wiping Out Liability

st greta carRepublican lawmakers in multiple states and Congress are advancing proposals to shield polluters from climate accountability and prevent any type of liability for climate change harms—even as these harms and their associated costs continue to mount.

It’s the latest in a counter-offensive that has unfolded on multiple fronts, from the halls of Congress and the White House to courts and state attorneys general offices across the country.

Dozens of local communities, states and individuals are suing major oil and gas companies and their trade associations over rising climate costs and for allegedly lying to consumers about climate change risks and solutions. At the same time, some states are enacting or considering laws modeled after the federal Superfund program that would impose retroactive liability on large fossil fuel producers and levy a one-time charge on them to help fund climate adaptation and resiliency measures.

But many of these cases and climate superfund laws could be stopped in their tracks, either by the conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court or by the Republican-controlled Congress.

I’ve said it many times, and I’ll say it again: the defense and even the judges should be asking the plaintiffs “do you still use fossil fuels?” And that any fossil fuels company should stop selling their goods to the entities that are suing them.

Last month the court decided to take up a petition lodged by oil companies Suncor and ExxonMobil in a climate-damages case brought against the companies by Boulder, Colorado. The petition argues that Boulder’s claims are barred by federal law, and if the justices agree, it could knock out not only Boulder’s lawsuit but also many others like it. The court is expected to hear the case during its upcoming term that starts in October.

There is also a possibility that Republicans in Congress will take action before then to gift the fossil fuel industry legal immunity, similar to that granted to gun manufacturers with the 2005 Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act. Sixteen Republican attorneys general wrote to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi in June suggesting that the Department of Justice could recommend legislation creating precisely this type of liability shield. And last month, one Republican congresswoman announced that such legislation is indeed in the works.

Or, hey, how about a federal law stating that any entity suing must give up their use of fossil fuels?

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If All You See…

By William Teach March 16, 2026 – 1:00 pm

…is an island that will soon be swamped due to ‘climate change’, you might just be a Warmist

The blog of the day is Victory Girls Blog, with a post on an Arizona Dem getting creepy while defending men in women’s sports.

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“Trump Allies” To Do SAVE Act Takeover On Senate Floor

By William Teach March 16, 2026 – 10:30 am

Any Republican in the Senate who isn’t in favor of the SAVE Act should just resign, because they would be Democrats who want cheating

Trump allies plan Senate floor takeover to pass SAVE America Act

President Trump’s allies are planning to take over the Senate floor this week in a bid to pass the SAVE America Act, setting up a major test for Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) who is under pressure from Trump and the MAGA base to extend the debate over voting reform for as long as possible.

GOP senators are playing their cards close to the vest ahead of this week’s marathon debate over the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act, which would require people registering to vote to show documented proof of citizenship.

But they’re bracing for long hours and possible late nights in a bid to build momentum for the bill, which already has broad public support. A recent Harvard CAPS/Harris poll of 1,999 registered voters found that 71 percent support the SAVE America Act.

Trump allies, frustrated that they aren’t able to force Democrats to stage a so-called talking filibuster to block the bill, are pressing Thune to keep the measure on the floor as long as possible to force Democrats to defend their opposition.

I’ve seen a low of 64% in favor and a high of 83%, as the graphic shows. Why is it not already passed? Why is Thune not bringing it to the floor, making Democrats vote again and again? If the situation was reversed the Democrats would be doing that (and the Credentialed Media would be blasting Republicans constantly). Dems would probably force a talking filibuster.

Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah), a leading proponent of the bill, says Trump wants to see Republicans go all out and is envisioning an epic floor fight, like the two-month battle that preceded the Senate’s passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.

“What I want to do is try to maximize the period of time in which we debate it,” Lee said.

Lee recalled that during the battle over the 1964 Civil Rights Act the Senate stayed in session for 60 days “and used an approach that is similar to what I think we ought to do here.”

“They faced a 32-vote cloture deficit at the time it came over from the House in March of 64,” Lee said. “They were able to close a 32-vote cloture deficit. It took them 60 days but they got there.”

But, Republicans this Century do not have the cajones to do this. Too much get along go along.

Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) said Republicans are still “working through” their floor strategy but are preparing for a battle.

Asked if Republicans would hold the floor for quite a while, Britt declared: “Heck yeah.”

Shouldn’t they already have that strategy? This is not a new piece of legislation.

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) told reporters Sunday that Democrats have worked extensively on a game plan to counter Republican floor tactics.

“We don’t yet know what Thune will do but we’re prepared for every possible scenario. My caucus really feels strongly that this would a horror, one of the worst things that’s happened in the history of this country in terms of allowing people to vote,” Schumer said.

It’s an 80/20 issue, so, of course Democrats are against it. And too many in the GOP are squishes.

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Almost 1/3rd Of Oscars Movies Mentioned Climate Doom or Something

By William Teach March 16, 2026 – 7:00 am

You know, all those movies that few watched

Close to a third of Oscar-nominated movies this year referenced climate change

Climate change may be one of the greatest existential crises facing humanity, but to what degree does it permeate movie storytelling?

A new study by consultancy Good Energy has sought to find out, by exploring the level to which climate change appears in this year’s Oscar nominations.

According to the group’s study, 31% of the eligible nominees this year acknowledged climate change – either depicting climate change to some degree, or having one of the characters reference it.

Climate change references were most pronounced in Arco, Bugonia, Jurassic World Rebirth, The Lost Bus and Sirat, the study found, with Good Energy describing 2026 as ‘a defining year for climate at the Oscars’.

Elsewhere, environmental messages are evident in Avatar: Fire and Ash, Hamnet and Train Dreams.

Previous research by Good Energy has shown that climate change is rarely addressed in mainstream cinema. A study of 250 popular films released between 2013 and 2022 found that only 9.6% met its criteria, dubbed the ‘climate reality check’.

Oh, good, another reason to avoid all the terrible movies.

This year marks ten years since actor Leonardo DiCaprio used his acceptance speech for Best Actor (for The Revenant) to talk about the urgency of tackling climate change.

“Climate change is real, it is happening right now,” he said. “It is the most urgent threat facing our entire species, and we need to work collectively together and stop procrastinating. We need to support leaders around the world who do not speak for the big polluters, but who speak for all of humanity, for the indigenous people of the world, for the billions and billions of underprivileged people out there who would be most affected by this. For our children’s children, and for those people out there whose voices have been drowned out by the politics of greed.” Read more here and here.

Meanwhile, Leo runs around the world on private jets, mega-yachts, and fossil fueled limos. How much energy and fossil fuels was used to make his box office flop One Battle After Another (lost about $100 million), as well as all the other movies?

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LOL: Virginia Looks To Bar ICE From Arresting Illegals In “Public Spaces”

By William Teach March 16, 2026 – 6:45 am

It’s so cute that they think they can do this

Bills limiting ICE cooperation, barring immigration arrests in public spaces clear General Assembly

A slate of bills aimed at reining in law enforcement involvement in federal immigration activities is now headed to Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s desk.

Bills that advocates said would bring accountability, oversight and transparency to how Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operates in Virginia cleared the General Assembly as the 2026 session wrapped on Saturday, March 14.

Among them are measures that limit agencies’ cooperation with ICE, prohibit immigration-related arrests in certain public spaces and bar officers from wearing facial coverings during official duties.

Senate Bill 351 and House Bill 650 have passed both chambers. Under the bills, ICE agents cannot make arrests at courthouses, hospitals, schools, commonwealth attorneys’ offices or near polling places without identification, a reason for entry and a judicial warrant.

Both bills also stipulate that local law enforcement or security personnel cannot knowingly allow ICE agents to enter the courthouse without a warrant, which must be reviewed and confirmed as authentic. Similar guardrails also apply to other state-owned facilities, hospitals and higher education institutions.

Yeah, they don’t have the power to limit federal law enforcement, and, they are putting their own state officers in quite a pickle, choosing keeping their job or getting arrested for obstruction of federal law enforcement.

Lawmakers approved two measures prohibiting state and local law enforcement officers from wearing face masks while performing their official duties except under specific circumstances, such as protection against disease, infection or exposure to toxic substances. Officers assigned to a special weapons and tactics team that requires facial coverings as part of its official duties are also exempt.

Well, at least they weren’t stupid enough to think they could block federal law enforcement, but, I bet they slip it in. Meanwhile

‘Climate of fear’: Student enrollment declining amid Trump’s immigration crackdown

FOR MONTHS, school district leaders in cities with high immigrant populations have been sounding the alarm over student enrollment drops some say are due to amplified federal immigration enforcement.

Overall, public schools across Massachusetts — which has become a target of President Trump’s crackdown on immigration — lost over 15,000 students from fall 2024 to fall 2025, according to state data released in January. That brings total enrollment in the state to its lowest level in over three decades.

So, the state can spend the money on American children, and they’ll have fewer students in their classes? Great! Plus, their education won’t be stunted due to all the non-English speakers in their classes.

Contributor: As an immigrant, I’m safer in San Quentin than if paroled – Los Angeles Times

Three decades ago, I was sentenced to life with the possibility of parole in California. A lost, scared teenager, I found myself in a maximum-security prison: Pelican Bay Security Housing Unit. Stuck behind the cubic holes of a metal door, I was one of the many thousands of men sent to solitary confinement. Whenever I was taken out of the cell, my every movement was meticulously monitored. Two officers locked chains around my waist and irons on my ankles.

In these small corridors of eight cells per pod, I was taken away from the world and surrounded by a violent prison culture. Anxiety consumed me. In the abyss of isolation, my only human connections were my next-door neighbors. (snip)

All incarcerated people are apprehensive about transition to the outside world. But in my case, the prospects are so daunting that I am no longer even seeking parole. If I were freed, I would go straight into the arms of Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

His brother also did 32 years in California jail, and, when paroled, was immediately deported. You know what’s missing from the LA Times piece? What Edwin E. Chavez did was commit a gang related attempted murder, same as his brother. Matter of fact, his other two brothers did serious time in jail. Anyhow, the lengths that the Credentialed Media will go to create sympathy for illegals is f’ing amazing.

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If All You See…

By William Teach March 15, 2026 – 2:14 pm

…is a rough sea from carbon pollution Bad Weather, you might just be a Warmist

The blog of the day is The Right Scoop, with a post on the rumor that Trump used (unhinged) Tucker Carlson to take out the Ayatollah.

Let’s do some surfing!

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Sorta Blogless Sunday Pinup

By William Teach March 15, 2026 – 9:34 am

Happy Sunday! Another great day in Returned America. The Sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the Devils won a game! This pinup is by Gil Elvgren, with a wee bit of help.

What is happening in Ye Olde Blogosphere? The Fine 15

  1. Climate Change Dispatch: Climate Alarm Brews False Coffee Crisis As Global Production Sets Records
  2. 357 Magnum: Chicago Public Schools Can’t Teach
  3. Bearing Arms: Sweetheart Plea Deal by Biden DOJ Helped Arm Virginia Terrorist
  4. Chicks On the Right: WHY Are Liberals SO MAD About This?!
  5. Climate Depot: Watch: Indiana & Illinois Solar Farms Devastated by Severe Storm
  6. Common Cents Blog: John Fetterman REFUSES to allow CNN Anchor to cut Interview after he drops Trump Bombs On Media! VIDEO
  7. Gates Of Vienna: We Don’t Want the Führer! We Want the Ayatollah!
  8. Gatestone Institute: Trump’s Iran War Ending Xi Jinping’s ‘China Dream’
  9. Geller Report: Republicans Close University of Florida Chapter Over Alleged Antisemitism
  10. Jihad Watch: Netherlands: Muslim group bombs synagogue in Rotterdam and Jewish school in Amsterdam
  11. Legal Insurrection: Appeals Judges Upset By “Crude” Dissent Mocking Majority For Permitting Naked Men In Women-Only Nude Spa
  12. Liberty’s Torch: What We Walked Away From
  13. Moonbattery: Democrats Strive to Cripple Antiterror Defenses at Worst Possible Time
  14. neo-neocon: Mamdani and the leftist mayors
  15. And last, but, not least, The First Street Journal has “Transgender-Affirming Specialist Ignores Reality”

As always, the full set of pinups can be seen in the Patriotic Pinup category, or over at my Gallery page (nope, that’s gone, the newest Apache killed access, and the program hasn’t been upgraded since 2014, so, most are hosted internally). While we are on pinups, since it is that time of year, have you gotten your Pinups for Vets calendar yet? And don’t forget to check out what I declare to be our War on Women Rule 5 and linky luv posts and things that interest me. I’ve also mostly alphabetized them, makes it easier scrolling the feedreader

Don’t forget to check out all the other great material all the linked blogs have!

Anyone else have a link or hotty-fest going on? Let me know so I can add you to the list. And do you have a favorite blog you can recommend be added to the feedreader?

Two great sites for getting news links are Liberty Daily and Whatafinger.

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Wackjobs Proclaim Support For Islamic State During Times Square Protest

By William Teach March 15, 2026 – 7:00 am

Why are these people not being deported, at least those who are not US citizens? If the FBI could figure out every person at J6 and jail them for peacefully wandering around The People’s House, surely they can track down the Islamists

Dueling protests clash in Times Square during ‘International Day of Outrage’

Tensions were high in New York City as dueling groups of pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel protests clashed in Times Square on Friday.

Organizers of the pro-Palestinian side called this the “International Day of Outrage,” calling for a stop to Islamophobia, a demonstration in solidarity with Palestine, marking the last day, and last Friday of Ramadan. Organizers say the goal of the rally was to take a stance against the occupation of Palestine.

Pro-Israel demonstrators then showed up to confront that rally hoping to put an end to antisemitism, with Eyewitness News video capturing a few skirmishes on camera, when the NYPD had to physically separate both sides.

I mean, it was billed as a “Quds Rally”

Chants of “Long Live Iran” could be heard, along with pro-Palestinian arguments.

Anything else, ABC NYC? No? You forgot something?

Huh

Protesters chant for Hamas and Hezbollah at Al Quds Day rally in New York City

Anti-Zionist protesters chanted for terrorist groups, accused Israel’s supporters of eating babies and raping children, and chanted for death to Israel and the US at a protest for Al Quds Day in New York City on Friday.

Al Quds Day is an annual, anti-Israel event held on the last Friday of Ramadan, established by Iran in 1979. The protest this year took place during heightened tensions due to the US-Israel war with Iran.

“This Al Quds Day holds a special significance as the United States and its puppet Zionist regime wage full-out war against the Islamic Republic of Iran. We proclaim our support for the Islamic Republic,” a speaker said, introducing the event.

“Iran is the central pillar in the struggle against US imperialism and Zionism,” he said. “A war against the Islamic Republic of Iran is a war against anti-imperialism, against anti-occupation, against anti-freedom.”

I usually do not like to curse on this blog, but, how in the ever loving fuck is the US government allowing these people to stay in the U.S.? They are supporting terrorism and enemies of the U.S. How many are actually citizens? Those that aren’t need to go bye bye. And most news outlets who bothered to cover the “protest” fail to mention the pro-Iran and pro-terrorism aspects. Heck, the NY Times, the biggest paper in NYC didn’t even bother.

“We remind the enemies that martyrdom is our highest honor and the targeting of the leader only strengthens the resolve,” he said. “We renew our pledge to the path of the martyrs.”

The protesters held signs that said, “Victory to Palestinian and Iranian resistance,” “Free America from Israel,” and with pictures of the ayatollahs.

Deport now. Let them go back to their Islamic extremist nations. And remember the politicians that allowed them in, brought them in.

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The Danger From Boars In Malls Is Low, But, Not Zero

By William Teach March 14, 2026 – 6:22 pm

Bru! Pigs chasing pigs!

Police chase boar living high on the hog in Berlin mall

A wild boar wandered into a Berlin shopping mall’s home decor shop on Friday, sparking a police response that drew in officers and veterinarians equipped with an anaesthetic gun, wooden shields and even a blowgun but ended peacefully.

Police said they were alerted to the porcine intruder around 9 am (0800 GMT) when it slipped through sliding glass doors into the mall and started rummaging through the aisles, as staff quickly vacated the shop.

Berlin’s Tierpark zoo told AFP it deployed a team to the scene in the southeastern Koepenick district but quickly assessed “that sedating the animal was not possible due to the layout of the premises”.

Police said officers and the zoo team eventually decided it was best to drive the boar out by “constructing a path using wooden pallets”, adding that “the wild boar then returned to the forest, which we assume it came from”.

I was rooting for the boar.

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If All You See…

By William Teach March 14, 2026 – 1:00 pm

…is a perfect place for a solar farm, you might just be a Warmist

The blog of the day is bluebird of bitterness, with a post on your Friday chuckles.

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