Ryan Ledendecker, Author at The Western Journal

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Ryan Ledendecker is a freelance journalist and writer. He began reporting news and writing commentary during the 2014 Ferguson riots. Prior to that, he worked as a web editor and columnist for an award-winning local newspaper.

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Ryan Ledendecker plunged headfirst into news reporting and political commentary while on the ground during the unrest in Ferguson, Missouri. He later wrote extensively on Donald Trump's presidential campaign and election.

When he's not writing, Ryan spends time improving his barbecue skills. He has his own brand of BBQ rub and is a trophy winner in the world of competitive BBQ.

Birthplace

Illinois

Nationality

American

Location

St. Louis, Missouri

Languages Spoken

English

Topics of Expertise

Politics, Science & Technology

LGBT pride flag flying outside a government building.

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Pennsylvania Mayor Refuses To Raise Pride Flag Over Its Ties to 'Political Movement'

Mayor Wally Scott blocked the city council -- alongside city employees and members of the local LGBT chapter -- just minutes before they were going to hoist the Pride flag.

By Ryan Ledendecker July 21, 2019

Former FBI Director James Comey leaves a closed session with the Senate Intelligence Committee in the Hart Senate Office Building on Capitol Hill June 8, 2017, in Washington, D.C., left. President Donald Trump delivers remarks during a ceremony where a flag from D-Day was given to the Smithsonian in the East Room of the White House July 18, 2019, in Washington, D.C., right.

Drew Angerer / Getty Images; Chip Somodevilla / Getty Images

James Comey Now Going After Trump Supporters, Wants Them Banished to 'Dark Corner'

'With our voices and our 2020 votes, we must send Donald Trump and his mob back to their dark corner.'

By Ryan Ledendecker July 20, 2019

Men wait to cross from the Mexican city of Reynosa, Tamaulipas State, into the U.S. city of Hidalgo, in Texas, over the Reynosa-Hidalgo International bridge on Jan. 9, 2019.

Julio Cesar Aguilar / AFP / Getty Images

Violent Mob of Illegal Immigrants Storm Bridge, Assault Agents in Attempt To Cross Border

On Friday, a band of 47 violent migrants bum-rushed the McAllen, Texas, international port of entry.

By Ryan Ledendecker July 20, 2019

People ride their bicycles through sprinklers on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on July 19, 2019.

Alastair Pike / AFP / Getty Images

ThinkProgress: Trump To Blame for Weekend Heat Wave

'Call it the Trump heat wave: The current scorcher is just a taste of what’s coming,' the liberal publication ThinkProgress tweeted on Friday.

By Ryan Ledendecker July 20, 2019

Members of an anti-fascist or Antifa group march as the Alt-Right movement gathers for a "Demand Free Speech" rally in Washington, D.C., on July 6, 2019.

Andrew Caballero-Reynolds / AFP / Getty Images

Staggering 91% of Dems Think Violence Is on the Horizon Due to Politicians' Mean Words

An overwhelming majority of Democratic voters think 'heated' political rhetoric will lead to violence, yet their party is arguably guilty of most of it.

By Ryan Ledendecker July 20, 2019

Protesters clash with police in San Juan, Puerto Rico

ERIC ROJAS / AFP / Getty Images

Puerto Rico Is So Corrupt, New Scandal Breaks While People Still Protesting Old One

As thousands gathered to protest the U.S. territory’s government after a recent scandal was brought to light, an entirely new scandal came out of nowhere.

By Ryan Ledendecker July 19, 2019

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'Big Mistake': Even Democrats Are Condemning Omar's Anti-Israel Resolution

'We are introducing a resolution … to really speak about the American values that support and believe in our ability to exercise our First Amendment rights in regard to boycotting.'

By Ryan Ledendecker July 19, 2019

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Leftists Double Down on Violence, Celebrate Terrorist Who Died Attacking ICE Facility

Instead of disavowing the man who attacked an ICE facility in Tacoma, Washington, Antifa members chose to celebrate his actions with a memorial service.

By Ryan Ledendecker July 19, 2019

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio wants New Yorkers to crank up their thermostats during a heat wave

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Power-Hungry De Blasio Orders Thermostats Cranked Up in Midst of Heat Wave

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio ordered tall office buildings in the city to crank up their thermostats in an effort to combat a record-breaking heat wave.

By Ryan Ledendecker July 19, 2019

Supermodel Kim Kardashian, right, praised President Donald Trump for his administration's efforts to free a rapper from a Swedish jail

SAUL LOEB / AFP / Getty Images

Kim Kardashian Defies Media, Tells Trump 'Thanks' in Middle of 'Send Her Back' Controversy

Kardashian opted to seek direct assistance from the president and his staff in freeing A$AP Rocky, along with two of his friends, from a Swedish jail.

By Ryan Ledendecker July 19, 2019

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Pennsylvania Mayor Refuses To Raise Pride Flag Over Its Ties to 'Political Movement'

James Comey Now Going After Trump Supporters, Wants Them Banished to 'Dark Corner'

Violent Mob of Illegal Immigrants Storm Bridge, Assault Agents in Attempt To Cross Border

ThinkProgress: Trump To Blame for Weekend Heat Wave

Staggering 91% of Dems Think Violence Is on the Horizon Due to Politicians' Mean Words

Puerto Rico Is So Corrupt, New Scandal Breaks While People Still Protesting Old One

'Big Mistake': Even Democrats Are Condemning Omar's Anti-Israel Resolution

Leftists Double Down on Violence, Celebrate Terrorist Who Died Attacking ICE Facility

Power-Hungry De Blasio Orders Thermostats Cranked Up in Midst of Heat Wave

Kim Kardashian Defies Media, Tells Trump 'Thanks' in Middle of 'Send Her Back' Controversy

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