The Family Court Circus

Black Widow’s 400‑Page Meltdown

Elizabeth Faulkner, known across the Hudson Valley as the “Ulster County Black Widow,” just hit a wall. Her 400-page legal broadside against protective mother Helen Garber—stuffed with falsehoods and personal vendettas—was swatted down by Judge Sarah Rakov, who recused herself rather than dignify the spectacle. According to Family Court Fraud Warrior Project founder Dave Weigel, Faulkner’s motion was “a smear campaign dressed up as law.” Court insiders say it was pure retaliation—an attempt to jail Garber and steal her child. But this time, the Black Widow’s web may finally be unraveling under public scrutiny and legal sunlight.

The Hidden War: Inside America’s Military Family Court Crisis

For years, the Department of Defense’s Family Advocacy Program (FAP) has operated as a hidden court system — issuing life-altering judgments without judges, lawyers, or appeals. What began as a protective mission for military families has morphed into an opaque bureaucracy capable of labeling service members as “abusers,” ending careers, and driving suicides—all in secret. “We track lost weapons more carefully than we track lost parents,” says one DoD insider. The Hidden War series by Fatherand.Co and The Thunder Report exposes how this shadow system destroys the very families it claims to protect—and why Congress can no longer look away.

The Hateful Eight: Connecticut case charges a blogger for speech without identifying the alleged threats. A new test for the First Amendment.

The Hateful Eight: Nutmeg Edition

After nearly a decade of Connecticut officials hunting for a speech crime, prosecutors have now charged a blogger with “true threats” based on eight online posts — but they refuse to say which words crossed the line. The case, led by Chief State’s Attorney Patrick Griffin and Judge Peter Brown, raises a chilling question: can the government criminalize political commentary it doesn’t like?
Critics say it’s the latest episode in Connecticut’s long campaign to silence dissent under the guise of “hate speech.” Supporters call it accountability. Either way, the state’s handling of the so-called Hateful Eight may redefine free expression in America’s courts.

Fake Family Justice Act: Families duped by nonexistent Family Justice & Accountability Act. No bill, no lawmakers — just false hope.

Fake Family Justice Act: Rep. Moore, Sen. Grassley Say No Congressional Hearing or Bill Exists

Families from across America traveled to Washington, D.C., believing they’d testify before Congress about family court reform. Instead, they found themselves in a library, not a hearing room. Despite claims that Rep. Barry Moore and Sen. Chuck Grassley sponsored the “Family Justice & Accountability Act,” congressional staff confirm no such bill exists. The event — promoted by advocate Francesca Amato — was a private meeting, not a government hearing. Attendees say they were misled, calling the experience “devastating.” The controversy exposes a growing pattern of misinformation that threatens to undermine legitimate reform efforts nationwide.

Stalking Zealots

A growing debate in Connecticut highlights the collision between online activism and the First Amendment. Critics say certain watchdog groups, including StopAntisemitism.org, blur the line between public accountability and digital harassment by naming and shaming individuals for controversial opinions. Supporters call it justified exposure; opponents call it censorship. With Governor Ned Lamont’s Hate Crimes Council expanding its reach, free-speech advocates warn of state-endorsed policing of thought. The question is simple but profound: when does fighting hate become hating dissent?

The $405 Lie: Christopher Ambrose’s his psychopathy. His false affidavit proved Dr. Bandy X. Lee’s diagnosis in his own words.

The $405 Lie: How a Fallen TV Writer Exposed His Own Psychopathy

Hollywood screenwriter Christopher Ambrose, once a rising name behind Bones, fell from grace after a plagiarism scandal. Back in Connecticut with millions in assets but no job, he weaponized “parental alienation” to strip his ex-wife of their children. Psychiatrist Dr. Bandy X. Lee later diagnosed him as exhibiting “full-blown psychopathy,” warning of his danger. Ambrose’s response? Sue her—then lie under oath to save $405 in filing fees. His deceit-filled affidavit exposed everything: hidden wealth, fake hardship, and government benefits he’d already been collecting. In trying to prove he wasn’t a psychopath, Ambrose proved Dr. Lee right—in writing.

Black Widow Lawyer Seductress and Destroyer

In Ulster County, New York, a lawyer dubbed the “Black Widow” has spun a web of deceit around the family court system. Elizabeth Faulkner, infamous for seducing and marrying her clients, now stands accused of masterminding a courtroom racket built on lies, intimidation, and sex-for-service deals. Nurse practitioner Helen Garber dared to expose her—and paid the price. Missing evidence, gag orders, and judicial cover-ups followed. Investigative journalists Richard Luthmann and Michael Volpe, with Family Court watchdog Dave Weigel, are pulling back the curtain on what they call “a court of injustice.” The question: Who will stop it?

ORANGE COUNTY’S BABY SNATCHERS

On April 10, 2024, Orange County officials—led by OCDA Investigator Joe Faria and Newport Beach Detective Mike Fletcher—stormed a Costa Mesa parking lot, seizing two toddlers from their protective mother, Joy Houghton. The raid, ordered by Deputy DA Tammy Jacobs and endorsed by Judge James Waltz, was conducted on behalf of Gareth Naar, a man freshly convicted in Australia of domestic violence and stalking. What followed was a five-day courtroom ordeal where the abuser was rewarded custody, and the victim criminalized—a shocking abuse of power that exposes systemic corruption within Orange County’s family courts.

VAWA’s Witch’s Brew: Richard Luthmann exposes how billions fuel court corruption, false abuse claims, and bias under the guise of “justice.”

VAWA Witches Brew: Luthmann Breaks the Spell

“VAWA’s Witch’s Brew” is a fiery takedown of the Violence Against Women Act’s modern incarnation—a law that began with noble intent but now funds bureaucracy and bias. Richard Luthmann rips into the “witches” who defend VAWA as gender-neutral, exposing how billions in grants have turned courts into profit machines, judges into accountants, and families into fuel. In a system where allegations mean dollars, justice dies by paperwork. Luthmann’s blunt fix: limit family courts to property and custody. “Judges aren’t Solomon—they’re accountants with gavels.” VAWA’s spell is broken; accountability is the new magic word.

I'll Sue You: “Federal bill” author Francesca Amato loses IRS status, threatens journalists, and faces backlash for alleged self-enrichment.

I’LL SUE YOU!: Francesca Amato’s Legal Lesson

Francesca Amato, the self-proclaimed “author” of a federal bill, is under fire for threatening journalist Michael Volpe with a defamation suit after he fact-checked her Family Justice & Accountability Act — a “bill” that doesn’t exist in Congress. Her nonprofit lost tax-exempt status, she once paid herself 80% of donations, and her cease-and-desist letters read more like tantrums than legal threats. Critics say she’s misleading desperate parents for fame, not reform. Is Amato a fearless advocate—or just another back-biter capitalizing on chaos? Richard Luthmann’s scorching inquiry and IRS revelations demand answers she refuses to give.

FYGA Paul Boyne

Paul Boyne, founder of The Family Court Circus and champion of the constitutional republic, is once again under judicial fire in Connecticut’s “Nutmeg” courts. His crime? Sending an email. Boyne’s polite but pointed message to Judges John Newson and Gerald Harmon sparked outrage among the black-robed elite, who responded not with reason—but with rage. “INAPPROPRIATE,” Newson thundered. In a state where “FYGA” (“F*** You Go Away”) is the unofficial judicial motto, Boyne’s message was treated not as a plea for justice, but as heresy against the sacred cult of Connecticut law.

FEMA Chief Daddy Disgrace

FEMA’s Chief of Staff, Joseph “Jay” Scallan III—dubbed “Robot Sex Dog Daddy” by whistleblowers—has detonated a Deep State scandal. After 191 FEMA employees signed “The Katrina Declaration” exposing corruption, Scallan retaliated, firing or suspending them within 36 hours. His record includes alcohol abuse, workplace misconduct, and a bizarre “robot dog” sex email. Now, a top neurologist says Scallan’s children show brain trauma consistent with abuse, yet a Biden-appointed D.C. judge shields him under gag orders. From FEMA to family court, this “Hunter Biden of Homeland Security” keeps failing upward—proof the swamp protects its own.

Ulster Family Court Ambush: Helen Garber faces secret contempt hearing, false abuse claims, missing testimony, and altered transcripts.

Ulster Family Court Ambush: Mother Branded ‘Abuser’ in Secret Hearing

Helen Garber entered the Ulster County courtroom on July 18, 2024, expecting to seek protection from domestic abuse. Instead, she was blindsided with an emergency contempt hearing she never saw coming. In just hours, ex parte emails flew, a sealed petition was weaponized, and Garber was branded a child abuser before any defense. Her evidence, her witnesses, her voice were erased from the record. Judges turned a blind eye. Attorneys Faulkner and Harp orchestrated the ambush. This isn’t justice — it’s a railroad job steeped in secrecy, altered transcripts, and judicial complicity.

Shaka Cheka

Connecticut’s court system faces renewed scrutiny after reports surfaced of an internal “judicial intelligence” network operating beyond public oversight. Critics claim the system shields misconduct and suppresses constitutional rights under the guise of confidentiality. Judge Peter Brown’s recent protective order, sealing a 96-page report tied to a high-profile political commentator, has sparked outcry among legal observers and civil libertarians. They argue the order expands state secrecy at the expense of public accountability. The controversy underscores a broader concern: that Connecticut’s judiciary has evolved into a self-policing institution immune from the transparency it demands of others.

JACK DOYLE’S TOOTHPASTE DEFENSE: WE CAN’T PUT IT BACK

Connecticut’s criminal justice system faces new scrutiny after claims that prosecutors bypassed rules of venue and ignored constitutional safeguards. State’s Attorney Jack Doyle has been accused of shifting cases between judicial districts without authority, undermining due process and raising alarms about prosecutorial discretion. Critics argue his reasoning—that errors cannot be undone because “you can’t put the toothpaste back in the tube”—is a dangerous precedent that excuses violations rather than correcting them. Now, questions are mounting about how deeply such practices have taken root in the Nutmeg State, and whether judicial oversight will step in to restore accountability.

Arizona Family Court Revolt: Rep. Lisa Fink leads against racketeering, DCS failures, and mourns Charlie Kirk while defending free speech.

Arizona Family Court Revolt: Rep Lisa Fink Takes on Power Brokers and Defends Free Speech

Arizona Rep. Lisa Fink never planned to lead a family-court revolt. A desperate father’s call about “reunification camps” pushed her into battle. “This is not America. This is North Korea,” she said. Fink drafted SB 1372 banning camps, exposing what she calls systemic racketeering in Arizona’s courts. Judges ignore best-interest laws, order costly “therapeutic interventionists,” and silence children’s voices. She’s pushing bills to stop runaway custody orders, fix DCS failures, and support kinship care. Fink also mourns the assassination of Charlie Kirk, vowing to defend free speech. Her crusade now challenges power brokers in law, politics, and culture.

Chris Ambrose Abused Me: Mia Ambrose, 19, details abuse of her and her brothers. Courts ignored her pleas as he sues those who told the truth.

Chris Ambrose Abused Me: Daughter Mia Speaks, Courts Corrupt, and the Kassenoff Connection

On The Unknown Podcast, Mia Ambrose shattered Christopher Ambrose’s courtroom fictions. Now 19, she calls him only “Chris,” not “dad,” and accuses him of years of sexual, emotional, and physical abuse. She detailed locked doors, barred windows, and the isolation of herself and her brothers while Connecticut courts turned a blind eye. Meanwhile, Ambrose sues psychiatrist Dr. Bandy Lee, journalist Frank Parlato, and advocate Tina Swithin for reporting what Mia insists is true. The case mirrors Allan Kassenoff’s own legal warfare, revealing a chilling pattern: abusers weaponizing family courts and lawsuits to silence their critics.

James Fegel’s Reform Crusade: Marine veteran custody nightmare sparks a grassroots fight against Suffolk County family court corruption.

James Fegel’s Reform Crusade: Marine Veteran Turned Family Court Watchdog

James Fegel never expected to become a crusader. A Marine veteran and retired ironworker, Fegel stepped up to care for his young nephew after his brother’s sudden death. But instead of thanks, Suffolk County Family Court branded him a suspect and ripped the child from his care. That injustice lit a fire. Fegel turned his personal loss into a grassroots movement—Americans for Legal Reform—rallying families, veterans, and grandparents against what he calls “corrupt, closed-door courts.” With rallies, videos, and lawsuits, Fegel’s fight has become a battle cry: “Stand united for justice, for children, and for families across America.”

Meet Maryann Petri: From Family Court Horror to Slam the Gavel

Maryann Petri’s story is one of devastation turned into defiance. A nurse, mother, and survivor of Erie County family court, Petri lost her children in 2015 after false allegations — despite being twice cleared by CPS. Judges stripped her family, career, and health, leaving her near collapse. But Petri refused silence. She launched the podcast Slam the Gavel, authored books, and wrote The Mailbox, now a short film. With more than 800 podcast episodes, she amplifies the voices of families failed by the courts. Today, she stands as a national advocate demanding abolition of a corrupt system.

Another Sniper – Dan Rayfield Oregon AG

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield is under fire for a controversial $10,000 fine levied against a South Carolina citizen accused of unauthorized practice of psychology. Critics argue the penalty is an unconstitutional assault on free speech, punishing political expression across state lines under the guise of professional regulation. The case raises alarms about state overreach, misuse of administrative proceedings, and potential violations of First and Fourteenth Amendment protections. With Oregon’s family courts already facing scrutiny, the move deepens concerns about whether elected officials are weaponizing state power to silence critics and chill constitutionally protected speech nationwide.