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Canada has suspended all passenger flights from Morocco for 30 days due to a high number of positive COVID-19 cases arriving from Casablanca. Travelers are reportedly bypassing these restrictions by flying through third countries like Bonaire or Atlanta to reach their final destinations. This highlights the perceived inconsistency and ineffectiveness of international travel bans.
Executive Producer Donations and Saudi Flight Cancellations
Sir Francis of SRQ and Corey Hussing contributed significant donations, noting the "sham-demic" and Republican leadership in Florida. Producer Dave Fugazotto reported from Saudi Arabia, where a last-minute cancellation of all international flights due to the UK virus variant prevented him from reuniting with his family for Christmas.
The FAA issued an indefinite ban on US carriers flying over Iran, Iraq, and the Persian Gulf three hours before the Iranian missile strikes occurred. This warning preceded the crash of a Boeing aircraft in the region. The timing suggests a high level of coordination or advanced intelligence regarding the impending military action.
Senator Ted Cruz is criticized for advocating for flight bans from Ebola-stricken countries despite the lack of direct flights to the United States. The hosts argue that both political parties use fear—Ebola for Republicans and other crises for Democrats—to drive voter turnout. They dismiss Cruz's "common sense" stance as a calculated political maneuver.
