News Summary
The Calexit movement’s new CEO, Sir Dr. Xavier Mitchell, is under scrutiny for significant financial issues and a controversial legal history. Despite promoting himself as a successful mogul, disclosures show his company is in dire straits with only $2,000 in cash. His claims of wealth sharply contradict his current state, raising questions about his leadership. As the movement struggles to gather support for a 2028 secession ballot, Mitchell’s past allegations and financial troubles add complexity to its goals and public perception.
California – Sir Dr. Xavier Mitchell, who recently stepped into the role of CEO for the Calexit movement, is currently facing scrutiny due to significant financial troubles and a controversial legal history. Mitchell, who promotes himself as a successful business mogul with various ventures, is reportedly in dire financial straits, with critical details of his background emerging amid ongoing efforts to push for California’s secession from the United States.
Despite his lavish lifestyle, which includes a hilltop mansion in Calabasas, California, the reality of Mitchell’s situation is stark. The residence exhibits signs of disrepair with substantial water damage, broken locks, and plywood-covered windows. In addition, financial disclosures reveal that his primary company, Valiant Eagle, holds only $2,000 in cash, with shares trading at insignificantly low prices, hinting at serious operational issues.
Moreover, Mitchell’s claims of affluence stand in sharp contrast to his current financial status. He has no reported personal income and is believed to be financially dependent on his girlfriend. His past includes filing for personal bankruptcy protection in 2023, declaring debts of $2.9 million owed to the IRS and other overwhelming liabilities. This pattern of financial difficulty raises questions about his suitability to lead the Calexit initiative.
The Calexit movement aims to gather sufficient signatures to potentially place a non-binding secession question on the 2028 ballot. However, efforts have faced multiple setbacks in previous attempts due to inadequate organization and signature collection. As a response to these challenges, Marcus Ruiz Evans, the movement’s founder, announced a strategic withdrawal from the upcoming signature deadline on July 22 to reassess and refocus strategies in gathering broader support.
Despite these hurdles, Ruiz Evans expresses confidence that the current political climate may offer a viable opportunity for the movement, citing significant public dissatisfaction with federal actions that have caused widespread frustration among Californians. A recent poll indicates that 61% of Californians believe the state could be better off if it were to secede from the U.S., showcasing a notable level of public interest in the movement.
Legal experts, however, have raised concerns over the feasibility of California’s secession. They reference the landmark Supreme Court case Texas v. White, which states that states cannot unilaterally declare secession without the consent of Congress. Should the proposed initiative succeed, it would lead to the formation of a commission tasked with examining the financial viability of California as an independent nation.
Support for Calexit has seen fluctuations, notably gaining traction during the recent California Democratic Convention and with the introduction of a new cryptocurrency initiative, Cali-Nation Coin. However, critics have categorized the movement as impractical and counterproductive, suggesting that resources might be better allocated towards legal avenues that challenge federal policies conflicting with the interests of California.
Mitchell’s personal history includes a series of serious allegations, including fraud, identity theft, and multiple felony charges that culminated in a guilty plea in 2023. His claimed accolades, such as celebrity collaborations and even a knighthood, have been met with skepticism and are often described as overstated or fabricated.
As the Calexit movement continues to navigate these challenges, the leadership of Sir Dr. Xavier Mitchell remains a focal point of concern, illustrating the complexity of the campaign and the intertwined personal struggles of its new CEO.
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