Biden digital director departing White House, expected to join to 2024 campaign

President Joe Biden’s digital director Rob Flaherty is departing the White House and is expected to join the president’s 2024 reelection campaign, which is ramping up its activities two months after launch.

95-year-old veteran kicked out of nursing home to make way for migrant housing

A 95-year-old Korean War veteran said he was given less than two months’ notice to figure out where he was going to live after the nursing home he resided in was sold to become a facility for undocumented migrants.

3 questions for Alex Gino, whose book 'Melissa' has been banned in 4 states

Alex Gino, the nonbinary author of Melissa — one of the most banned novels in the country — believes the more that books of a particular genre are challenged in school districts across the country, the more those stories need to be told.

Do Republicans Always 'Lose' Government Shutdowns? Don’t Be So Sure, Polls Warn.

Both House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) warned their colleagues last week that a government shutdown would end badly for Republicans.

These are the 4 key players in the indictment of Sen. Robert Menendez

The new federal indictment of U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez includes claims the New Jersey Democrat used his powerful position in the Senate to derail investigations and improperly pressure federal officials in order to benefit his friends.

Parents, not teacher's unions, should choose what's best for their children

The great hope held by previous generations of Americans is that their offspring will grow to be better off than themselves in a meritocracy that rewards effort and hard work. It’s the same hope Lauren and I have for our three girls.

Trump team changes obscure GOP rules of clinching presidential nomination early

Strategic, surgical efforts by former President Trump’s campaign to overhaul obscure Republican Party rules in states around the nation, including California, have created an opportunity.

NJ Sen. Bob Menendez and wife indicted on federal bribery charges

New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife were indicted by a grand jury on federal bribery charges stemming from their relationship with three businessmen, according to court filings.

'Union Joe' Biden Teamed Up With GM Chief To Push a Transition to Electric Vehicles. It Could Come Back to Haunt Them

President Joe Biden praised General Motors chief executive Mary Barra at a 2022 event, saying "we owe you big" for pushing the auto industry towards all-electric production over the next decade.

Poll: Americans not yet sold on Biden impeachment, but nearly half think he did something 'illegal' regarding son Hunter

One week after House Republicans launched a long-shot impeachment inquiry into President Biden, a new Yahoo News/YouGov poll has found that most Americans are not convinced.

Biden allies worry son Hunter’s indictment could strain the president’s 2024 focus

During the period between his vice presidency and presidency, Joe Biden was often asked about the campaign he didn’t run. In explaining why he passed on a White House bid in 2016, Biden would describe how the death of his eldest son, Beau, weighed heavily on him and his family.

Biden lead over Trump evaporates in new poll showing dead heat

President Biden’s lead over former President Trump has diminished in a new poll that shows the 2024 front-runners locked in dead heat. The latest YouGov/Yahoo News poll found that Biden and Trump are now tied at 44 percent among registered voters.

Nevada opposition surfaces as Biden administration plans to overhaul 1872 mining law

Nevada’s U.S. senators are siding with the mining industry in opposing Biden administration proposals that would create royalties on minerals including gold, silver and copper taken from federal land.

Olivia Hill makes history as first openly trans person elected in Tennessee, but that’s not why she ran

When the ballots were counted Thursday night, Olivia Hill was elected to the last remaining At Large seat on the Metro Council, making her the first trans elected official in the state of Tennessee.

FBI received evidence from second informant in Biden case but shut him down, ex-agent testifies

Aretired FBI supervisor has revealed to Congress that the bureau’s Washington field office had a second “politically connected” informant providing information relevant to the Biden family investigation.

Chicago may create city-owned grocery store after major retailers flee crime-ridden city

Chicago is exploring the possibility of creating a “municipally owned grocery store" after several major supermarket chains in the city recently closed their doors. The Office of Mayor Brandon Johnson made the announcement in a press release last week.

GOP-led Wisconsin Senate votes to fire nonpartisan official targeted by 2020 election skeptics

The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Senate voted Thursday to fire the battleground state’s nonpartisan top elections official, prompting a legal challenge from Democrats who say the vote was illegitimate.

Americans trust Trump more than Biden to make economy better by 11-point margin: poll

Americans trust former President Trump more than President Biden to make the economy better by an 11-point margin, according to a poll from Suffolk University Sawyer Business School and USA Today.

New surveillance footage shows Miami TSA officers accused of stealing from passengers

New surveillance footage appears to show Transportation Security Administration officers at Miami International Aiport going through travelers' bags and allegedly stealing money during security screenings.

21-year-old Minnesota college student regrets gender reassignment decision

A 21-year-old Minnesota college student says she regrets undergoing gender reassignment surgery 5 years ago and is now detransitioning. "I wasn't happy and it got to the point where I was like, is this really what I want for my life?

Biden and Trump are tied in the polls. Democrats have mixed feelings about it

Donald Trump is polling even with President Joe Biden in a likely 2024 rematch, sparking mixed feelings among Democrats 14 months from Election Day. Some are alarmed by the neck-and-neck race.

Inflation ticks upward to 3.7% as the Fed's fight to tame high consumer prices rolls on

Prices for U.S. consumers grew 3.7% in August compared to a year ago as gasoline prices spiked, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Inflation was about equal to expert projections, and prices rose at a faster pace.

US has spent billions on Ukraine war aid. But is that money landing in corrupt pockets?

With more than $100 billion in U.S. weaponry and financial aid flowing to Ukraine in less than a year – and more on the way to counter Russia's invasion – concerns about arms falling into terrorists' hands and dollars into corrupt officials' pockets are mounting.

Elizabeth Warren Demands Probes of Elon Musk, SpaceX After Ukraine Revelations

Senator Elizabeth Warren is demanding an investigation into SpaceX after Elon Musk acknowledged he had blocked Ukraine from extending the private Starlink satellite network for an attack on Russian warships near the Crimean coast.

‘We would’ve done everything differently’: Newsom reflects on Covid approach

Gov. Gavin Newsom said criticism of California’s tough Covid-19 restrictions was valid and he would have taken an entirely different approach, given what he knows now about the pandemic.

Constituents rip Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez after she posts video to Instagram

Far-left Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faced backlash after sharing a video on Instagram that accredited rising prices solely to corporations and described the discussion surrounding inflation as 'propaganda.'

Florida city declares itself a sanctuary city for LGBTQ people: 'A safe place'

A southeastern Florida city declared itself a sanctuary for LGBTQ people and their families, the first of its kind in a state where advocates say laws and policies are openly targeting the gay community.

Elon Musk ‘committed evil’ with Starlink order, says Ukrainian official

A senior Ukrainian official has accused Elon Musk of “committing evil” after a new biography revealed details about how the business magnate ordered his Starlink satellite communications network to be turned off.

Jocelyn Benson moving unilaterally, arbitrarily to disqualify Trump

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson (D) is garnering headlines and racking up appearances on cable news programs with her assertions the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution may provide a legal means.

More than 60 Atlanta training center activists named in RICO Indictment

More than five dozen activists were indicted on RICO charges last week over the ongoing efforts to halt construction of the city of Atlanta’s planned public safety training center in DeKalb County.

In the 1980s, a Far-Left, Female-Led Domestic Terrorism Group Bombed the U.S. Capitol

Amidst the social and political turmoil of the 1970s, a handful of women—among them a onetime Barnard student, a Texas sorority sister, the daughter of a former communist journalist—joined and became leaders of the May 19th Communist Organization.

FBI Lies About ‘Highly Credible’ Source Claims Leaked To NYT & Spoonfed To Weiss

Emails obtained by the Heritage Foundation following a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit, and shared exclusively with The Federalist, reveal that lies leaked to The New York Times about the origins of damning evidence implicating Hunter and Joe Biden.

‘Where Is the Money?’ Military Graft Becomes a Headache for Ukraine

The removal of Ukraine’s minister of defense after a flurry of reports of graft and financial mismanagement in his department underscores a pivotal challenge for President Volodymyr Zelensky’s wartime leadership.

Appomattox Co. woman speaks out on lawsuit she filed against her child's school

An Appomattox County woman filed a lawsuit last Tuesday against the Appomattox County School Board, Appomattox County Superintendent Dr. Annette Bennett, two school counselors, and a Maryland public defender.

Hunter Biden’s firm, Joe’s VP office exchanged more than 1,000 emails: records

Hunter Biden’s Rosemont Seneca Partners investment firm traded more than 1,000 emails with Joe Biden’s office during his time as vice president — and hundreds remain hidden because of executive privilege asserted by the White House, documents released by the National Archives show.

Poor Americans Tap Debt, Buy Less Food as Consumer Cracks Widen

An increasing share of low-income Americans are behind on rent and struggling to afford food, adding to signs of growing financial distress in the economy. Among households using the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program’s boosted pandemic benefits.

Untangling Ron DeSantis’ Debate Anecdote About an Improbable Abortion Survival Story

When the topic of abortion came up during the first Republican primary presidential debate this week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shared a perplexing anecdote about a woman he’d met who he said had survived the procedure.

Spreckels Union School District settles with parent over indoctrination allegations

Spreckels Union School District has settled with a mother who claims teachers secretly manipulated her 11-year-old daughter into changing her gender identity and name. The lawsuit alleges the school implemented a "Parental Secrecy Policy.

AP’s abhorrent slander that DeSantis is somehow to blame for a racist killing

How low will the Democrat-supporting media go in attacking Republicans? The Associated Press demonstrates there is no bottom. An AP article with two “journalists” on the byline, AP chief political reporter Steve Peoples, along with Brendan Farrington.

GOP lawmaker asks Biden administration to withdraw its proposed ceiling fan rule

Rep. Stephanie Bice (R-OK) sent a letter to Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm urging her to withdraw the Department of Energy’s proposed rule to make ceiling fans more energy efficient. In June, the department proposed new standards.

The left just can’t get over its love of (harmful) lockdowns

COVID-mania just won’t go away. The deadly strains of the virus have been gone for two years now and yet the recent outbreak of a mild flu-like variant is again stoking panic on the left and by left-leaning media outlets.

Biden administration knocks New York for issues with migrant influx

The Biden administration pushed back Monday at criticism that it hasn’t done enough to help New York address its migrant crisis, citing two dozen areas where the city can strengthen its migrant operations.

“Is Trump disqualified for the N.H. primary? N.H. secretary of state is seeking legal advice.”

“Secretary of State David Scanlan, who will oversee the first-in-the-nation presidential primary in just five months, said he’s received several letters lately that urge him to take action based on a legal theory.

National Archives acknowledges 5,400 Biden pseudonym emails, faces lawsuit

The National Archives and Records Administration acknowledged possessing potentially up to 5,400 emails connected to then-Vice President Joe Biden's pseudonym accounts that he used to forward government information.

‘Not a Fundamental Right’: Maryland Court Strikes Down Parents’ Request to Opt Kids Out of LGBT Curriculum

A Maryland district court denied parents’ appeal to reinstate an opt-out policy in Montgomery County Public Schools on Thursday. The case, Tamer Mahmoud v. Monica B. McKnight, hinged on whether the district’s May decision to rescind its opt-out policy for LGBT curricula violated parents’ right.

In deadly Maui fires, many had no warning and no way out. Those who dodged a barricade survived

As flames tore through a West Maui neighborhood, car after car of fleeing residents headed for the only paved road out of town in a desperate race for safety. And car after car was turned back toward the rapidly spreading wildfire by a barricade blocking access to Highway 30.

A key witness in the Trump classified docs case changed his testimony after switching lawyers, special counsel says

A key witness against former President Donald Trump and his two co-defendants in the Mar-a-Lago documents case recanted previous false testimony and provided new information implicating the defendants.

See Rudy Giuliani's mug shot after the embattled Trump ally turned himself in at Fulton County Jail

Rudy Giuliani's mug shot was released by the Fulton County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday, shortly after he surrendered at an Atlanta jail to be booked on charges alleging he and others attempted to subvert.

Poll: DeSantis’s support collapses ahead of 1st GOP debate

The survey of 1,665 U.S. adults, which was conducted from Aug. 17 to 21, shows that DeSantis’s support among potential GOP primary voters has fallen farther — and faster — over the last few weeks than ever before, plummeting from his previous low of 23% in mid-July to just 12% today.

California gas prices soar to the highest point of the year

Gasoline prices in California have surged to the highest point of the year and are approaching prices seen last summer, according to the American Automobile Association. According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded in California was $5.26 on Tuesday.

A right-wing sheriffs group that challenges federal law is gaining acceptance around the country

Against the background hum of the convention center, Dar Leaf settled into a club chair to explain the sacred mission of America’s sheriffs, his bright blue eyes and warm smile belying the intensity of the cause.

Alabama can enforce ban on puberty blockers and hormones for transgender children, court says

A federal appeals court ruled Monday that Alabama can enforce a ban outlawing the use of puberty blockers and hormones to treat transgender children, the second such appellate victory for gender-affirming care restrictions.

Asylum seekers in NYC say America is nothing like they had imagined: It's 'chaos'

For one 29-year-old Venezuelan woman, who left her two children and partner behind in her home country to embark on a six-month journey to New York City.

Georgia teacher fired for reading a book to students about gender identity

A Georgia school board voted along party lines Thursday to fire a teacher after officials said she improperly read a book on gender fluidity to her fifth grade class.

Americans back tariffs, military prep against China -Reuters/Ipsos poll

Bipartisan majorities of Americans favor more tariffs on Chinese goods and believe that the United States needs to step up preparations for military threats from the country, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos survey.

US House panel subpoenas FBI's Wray, DOJ's Garland in social media probe

The U.S. House Judiciary Committee said on Thursday it had issued subpoenas to FBI Director Christopher Wray and Attorney General Merrick Garland related to the panel's investigation of allegations of online censorship.

House GOP demands unredacted records of Biden using pseudonym while VP

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer asked the National Archives on Wednesday to hand over any unredacted records in which President Biden used a pseudonym during his vice presidency.

Rogers Park group calls on gang members to cease fire from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

People living in the middle of a gang war in Rogers Park are employing an unusual strategy to try to stop it. As CBS 2's Marybel González reported Wednesday night, a youth organization group are asking gang members.

Neo-Nazis Are Using Eco-Fascism to Recruit Young People

On March 15, 2019, an Australian neo-Nazi in Christchurch, New Zealand, began a livestream in a mosque parking lot. What followed were some of the most horrific images ever recorded.

NJ Board of Ed goes gender neutral, dumps words ‘male,’ ‘female’

The terms “male” and “female” are so last year. At least to the New Jersey Board of Education, or NJSBE, which just voted to approve its “equity” policy & dump all gender-specific phrases.

Conservative Case Emerges to Disqualify Trump for Role on Jan. 6

Two prominent conservative law professors have concluded that Donald J. Trump is ineligible to be president under a provision of the Constitution that bars people who have engaged in an insurrection from holding government office.

NJ Sues Middletown, 2 Other Districts For Transgender Student Policies

Less than 24 hours after the Middletown school board passed a controversial policy regarding transgender students, the district was sued by the state of New Jersey. NJ Attorney General Matt Platkin sued the district, plus Marlboro and Manalapan school districts.

Neo-Nazis Are Using Eco-Fascism to Recruit Young People

On March 15, 2019, an Australian neo-Nazi in Christchurch, New Zealand, began a livestream in a mosque parking lot. What followed were some of the most horrific images ever recorded.

Retirees Face $17,400 Cut to Social Security Benefits in 2033

A new analysis puts a dollar figure on the cuts Americans could see to Social Security benefits in 2033, when analysts expect payroll taxes that flow into the program won’t be enough.

Conservative Case Emerges to Disqualify Trump for Role on Jan. 6

Two prominent conservative law professors have concluded that Donald J. Trump is ineligible to be president under a provision of the Constitution that bars people who have engaged in an insurrection from holding government office.

Lawmakers pledge to double down on Biden's new China investment ban

Capitol Hill lawmakers from both parties immediately pledged to go further in the coming months after President Biden announced his effort to prohibit Americans from investing in some Chinese companies.

Hunter Biden’s $142K Fisker sports car scrutinized in tax probe: report

Prosecutors leading the Hunter Biden tax probe are investigating his purchase of a $142,000 plug-in hybrid sports car whose manufacturer defaulted on a massive Obama administration loan touted by his father, according to a report Monday.

For Disney, Streaming Losses and TV’s Decline Are a One-Two Punch

Robert A. Iger’s urgent need to overhaul Disney — to turn its streaming division into a profitable enterprise and pull back on its troubled traditional television business — came into sharp relief on Wednesday. Disney’s streaming operation lost $512 million.

Henry E. Smith, Equity as Meta-Law, 130 Yale L. J. 1050 (2021)

Abstract: With the merger of law and equity almost complete, the idea of equity as a special part of our legal system or a mode of decision making has fallen out of view. This Article argues that much of equity is best understood as performing a vital function.

Protection sought for uranium-rich land near Grand Canyon

Amid growing lawmaker interest in establishing domestic supplies of rare earth minerals, a coalition of tribal leaders, backed by some members of Congress, is calling on President Joe Biden to extend permanent protections to over a million acres of land.

No, Jack Smith doesn’t have to prove Trump knew he lost

All four charges laid out in the second federal indictment of former President Donald Trump center around the idea that Trump tried to steal the 2020 election. Hence, some people incorrectly believe that part of the prosecution’s job will be showing that Trump understood that he was the one trying to steal the election.

Trump prosecutor donated thousands to Biden, Democrats, records show

Aprosecutor working on special counsel Jack Smith's cases against former President Donald Trump has donated thousands of dollars to Democrats and to elect Joe Biden as president, according to donation records. David Rody, left private practice to advise Smith in fall 2022, according to Law.com.

Secret medical lab in California stored bioengineered mice laden with COVID

A monthslong investigation into a rural California warehouse uncovered an illegal laboratory filled with infectious agents, medical waste and hundreds of mice bioengineered "to catch and carry the COVID-19 virus," according to Fresno County authorities.

Lia Thomas so ‘well-endowed’ I had to ‘refrain from looking’: Riley Gaines

Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas is so well-endowed that female swimmer Riley Gaines had “refrain from looking” at Thomas in the locker room. In a new podcast with Bill Maher dropping Sunday, Gaines, an advocate for women’s sports repeatedly declined to estimate Thomas’ size.

High school boys are twice as likely to be conservative as liberal, survey finds

High-school boys are becoming increasingly Republican. According to a federal survey administered by the University of Michigan, males in their senior year are nearly twice as likely to be conservative as liberal.

Dems launch a new effort to shore up white voters — by leaning into race

A new Democratic-aligned initiative — dubbed the White Stripe Project — has a novel idea for winning white working class voters back to the Democratic Party: lean more into talk of equity and race.

Deception by Redaction: More FBI FISA Abuses, This Time Using Fake News in the Washington Post

The FBI’s efforts to mislead a federal court in order to wiretap an adviser to the Trump campaign were more extensive than previously reported, according to classified documents described to RealClearInvestigations.

Devon Archer's testimony shows 'real quid pro quo' in Ukraine was Joe Biden, Comer says

Devon Archer's explosive testimony to Congress could further unravel a narrative about Ukraine corruption that was first cemented during the impeachment case against former President Trump in 2019.

Devon Archer's testimony shows 'real quid pro quo' in Ukraine was Joe Biden

Devon Archer's explosive testimony to Congress could further unravel a narrative about Ukraine corruption that was first cemented during the impeachment case against former President Trump in 2019.

Even Trump’s indictments haven’t shattered the deadlock between the parties. Here’s why

Former President Donald Trump’s mounting legal jeopardy is raising a stark political question: can anything break the sustained electoral stalemate that has left the country divided almost exactly in half.

Now China is funding America's PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Communist nation has channeled $17M into more than 143 K-12 districts

China is funding America's public schools to the tune of $17 million dollars, it has been revealed, with Republicans now probing the disturbing donations. The report by Parents Defending Education states that the close coordination between the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and U.S. schools.

Transgender double-murderer Jessica Marie Hann who killed both her babies will receive taxpayer-funded BREAST IMPLANTS

A transgender murderer who killed both her babies and stuffed one of their bodies into a Tupperware container is to receive tax payer funded breast implants. Jessica Marie Hann, born Jason Michael Hann, was sentenced to death in 2014 for murdering her 10 week old daughter & her two month old son.

Factbox: Burisma, the obscure Ukrainian gas company at the heart of U.S. political row

Some U.S. Democrats are calling for the impeachment of President Donald Trump over reports that he asked his Ukrainian counterpart to launch an investigation that could damage his Democratic political rival Joe Biden.

Campaign finance charge dropped from case against Sam Bankman-Fried

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried will no longer face a campaign finance charge at an October criminal trial, federal prosecutors say, citing a decision by Bahamian authorities to reject a count in the indictment that was not listed on the warrant.

A new perspective on the 1930s mega-heat waves across central United States

The unprecedented hot and dry conditions that plagued contiguous United States during the 1930s caused widespread devastation for many local communities and severely dented the emerging economy.

1930S dust bowl affected extreme heat around northern Hemisphere

The 1930s Dust Bowl, fueled by overplowing across the Great Plains and associated with record heat and drought, appears to have affected heat extremes far beyond the United States. New research finds.

Migrants rescued from sweltering heat in fake Border Patrol truck in Mexicali

Mexicali police rescued a group of 17 Mexican migrants inside a fake U.S. Border Patrol vehicle who were apparently abandoned in the wilderness near the U.S.-Mexico border wall, according to Mexican authorities.

DOJ sues Texas, Abbott over 'unauthorized' anti-migration barriers in Rio Grande

The Department of Justice on Monday sued the state of Texas and Gov. Greg Abbott over the installation of a barrier of buoys in the Rio Grande River intended to keep migrants from crossing into the U.S.

Ex-White House chef's death was accidental, police say

Former White House executive chef Walter Scheib, whose body was discovered near a New Mexico mountain hiking trail this week, died of an accidental drowning, police confirmed Tuesday.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy floats an impeachment inquiry into President

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says Republican lawmakers may consider an impeachment inquiry of President Joe Biden over unproven claims of financial misconduct,, responding to enormous GOP pressure.

Body found in search for black male paddleboarder, 43, who drowned in pond on Obama's Martha's Vineyard estate

Divers have found the body of a paddleboarder who went missing in the water off Martha's Vineyard - that backs on to Barack Obama's sprawling $12million estate. The 43-year-old vanished on Sunday evening while he was out with another paddleboarder on Edgartown Great Pond, Massachusetts, and emergency crews were dispatched to Obama's residence.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene shows off X-rated pics of Hunter Biden with women while questioning IRS whistleblower

First son Hunter Biden was put on full (frontal) display during Wednesday’s House Oversight Committee hearing. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) caused a stir when she pulled out photos of the now-53-year-old in compromising positions with a series of women while she peppered newly unmasked IRS whistleblower Joseph Ziegler with questions.

Our Two-Tiered Justice System Was Here Long Before Biden

America is in crisis. Tens of millions of our fellow citizens feel disappointment, anger and frustration at what seems to be the clear liberal weaponization of government against us and a two-tiered system of justice.

Former state lawmaker charged with sexual exploitation of children

A former New Hampshire state lawmaker and the one-time partner of a woman charged with taking sexually explicit photos of children at the Massachusetts day care center where she worked has also been charged in the case.

Senate committee advances Supreme Court ethics bill after alleged justice misconduct

The Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday -- for the first time -- voted to advance legislation that would require the U.S. Supreme Court to adopt a binding code of ethics, to adhere to more stringent disclosure requirements.

Republicans Release FBI File that Alleges Joe Biden Bribery Scheme

Senator Chuck Grassley on Thursday released an FBI report that details allegations that a Ukrainian energy executive paid $10 million in bribes to Joe and Hunter Biden for political protection. An unidentified businessman, Burisma sought the Bidens’ help.

FBI told agent who confirmed whistleblower testimony to decline to respond to questions

A lawyer for the FBI told a former supervisory special agent with the bureau not to answer questions from the House Oversight Committee about its Hunter Biden investigation, according to a letter obtained Tuesday.

Jack Smith’s record rife with mistrials, overturned convictions, judicial rebukes

Special counsel Jack Smith, who has brought federal charges against former President Donald Trump, is an “overzealous” prosecutor who relies on ethically dubious tactics, including media leaks and enticing witnesses.

Former FBI Supervisory Special Agent Confirms IRS Whistleblower Testimony

House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer issued the following statement after committee staff today conducted a transcribed interview with a former FBI supervisory special agent assigned to the FBI’s Wilmington office.

The federal deficit nearly tripled, raising concern about the country's finances

The federal government's deficit nearly tripled in the first nine months of the fiscal year, a surge that's bound to raise concerns about the country's rising debt levels. The Treasury Department said Thursday that the budget gap from October through June was nearly $1.4 trillion.

Trump and Allies Forge Plans to Increase Presidential Power in 2025

Donald J. Trump and his allies are planning a sweeping expansion of presidential power over the machinery of government if voters return him to the White House in 2025, reshaping the structure of the executive branch.

Biden, With Sluggish Small Donations, Waits for Liberal Energy to Rise

When President Biden traveled to San Francisco last month, he raised more than $10 million in 36 hours from wealthy Democrats. Trips to Chicago and New York netted millions more, as did fund-raising events around Washington.

NATO report says only 7 members are meeting defense spending targets

Despite many European countries boosting their defense budgets, only seven of the 29 NATO allies are currently reaching the recommended spending target of 2% of gross domestic product, according to NATO’s annual report.

Why Florida's new immigration law is troubling businesses and workers alike

Pressure is growing for a boycott of Florida, including Latino truck drivers who vow to stop deliveries across the state and calls for an immigrant labor strike on June 1. Businesses are pledging to shutter their doors for the day to protest.

Don’t downplay Sonia Sotomayor’s poor conduct. Fix it

Another Supreme Court ethics controversy emerged Tuesday after The Associated Press reported that Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s staff routinely “prodded” libraries, universities and other public institutions to buy her books.

Here’s the inflation breakdown for June, in one chart

Inflation slowed sharply in June to its slowest pace in more than two years, translating to less of a pinch on the average consumer’s wallet thanks to price relief across categories like energy, groceries and housing.

Trump Is Desperate to Turn the White House Cocaine Into a Huge Biden Scandal

Willie Nelson claims he smoked a joint on the White House roof, Snoop Dog says he did the same thing in a bathroom, and last week someone left a dime bag of coke in the West Wing.

Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor’s staff prodded colleges & libraries to buy her books

For colleges and libraries seeking a boldfaced name for a guest lecturer, few come bigger than Sonia Sotomayor, the Supreme Court justice who rose from poverty in the Bronx.

Seeking Her (Whale) Bones, Lina Khan Aims to Kill Amazon In Its Present Form

In well-placed leaks to the media, Lina Khan is signaling that the depth and breadth of her long-anticipated antitrust lawsuit against Amazon will exceed anything the ambitious, ideology-driven Federal Trade Commission Chair has yet attempted.

Georgia Rep. Mainor switches to GOP after school voucher vote

Georgia state Rep. Mesha Mainor switched political parties, joining Republicans after saying she faced “harassment and intimidation” from Democrats since she broke with the party on votes for private school vouchers & prosecutor oversight.

Immigration Backlashes Spread Around the World

“Record immigration to affluent countries is sparking bigger backlashes across the world, boosting populist parties and putting pressure on governments to tighten policies to stem the migration wave,” the Wall Street Journal reports.

Miss Netherlands crowns trans woman Rikkie Valerie Kollé

Rikkie Valerie Kollé has been named Miss Netherlands 2023, becoming the first transgender woman to take the title, according to multiple outlets. After winning the pageant on Saturday, Kollé will advance to represent her Dutch homeland.

White House cocaine culprit unlikely to be found: Law enforcement official

Law enforcement officials confirmed on Wednesday that cocaine was found at the White House over the weekend. But one official familiar with the investigation cautioned that the source of the drug was unlikely to be determined.

Cameras, visitor logs searched after cocaine found at White House

Cocaine discovered in the White House on Sunday was found in a cubby hole in a West Wing entry area where visitors place electronics and other belongings before going on tours, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday.

To Save the Planet, Should We Really Be Moving Slower?

John Maynard Keynes once observed that dating from “say, to two thousand years before Christ—down to the beginning of the 18th century, there was no very great change in the standard of life of the average man living in the civilised centres of the earth.

Israeli professor arrested on suspicion of arms trafficking to China, Libya

Israeli professor Gal Luft was arrested on Thursday at the Larnaca International Airport, in southern Cyprus, after Interpol issued an arrest warrant against him on suspicion of arms trafficking to Libya and China, according to Ynet.

Boston University law students offered therapy to recent Supreme Court decisions

Boston University School of Law students were offered therapy after three controversial Supreme Court decisions this week about affirmative action, religious freedom and student debt forgiveness.

Poll Shows Just 29 Percent of Democrats Are 'Extremely Proud' to Be American

Last week, just before the 4th of July holiday, Gallup released their findings on how proud respondents were to be American. For 2023, the number who responded they are "extremely proud" .

After student loan forgiveness, 73% of borrowers plan to spend more

Any day now, federal student loan borrowers throughout the U.S. could see their balances reduced by up to $20,000 thanks to President Biden’s student debt forgiveness plan. The administration is waiting on a green light.

Supreme Court Rejects Radical Independent State Legislature Theory

The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected the radical argument brought forward in the controversial case of Moore v. Harper that state legislatures have the sole power to draw congressional district maps and set election law.

Overseas payments to Biden family could exceed $40M

Members of President Biden’s family may have accepted in excess of $40 million from foreign nationals in exchange for favorable policy decisions, House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer suggested Wednesday.

Supreme Court Rejects Radical Independent State Legislature Theory

The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected the radical argument brought forward in the controversial case of Moore v. Harper that state legislatures have the sole power to draw congressional district maps and set election law.

Supreme Court Rejects Radical Independent State Legislature Theory

The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected the radical argument brought forward in the controversial case of Moore v. Harper that state legislatures have the sole power to draw congressional district maps and set election law.

Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders propose 3% wealth tax on billionaires

A slew of Democrats on Capitol Hill — including progressives Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt. — on Monday proposed a 3% total annual tax on wealth exceeding $1 billion.

Supreme Court will decide whether Congress can tax wealth

The Supreme Court announced Monday it will weigh in on the constitutionality of wealth taxes by deciding whether Congress may require taxpayers to pay their share of earnings from a foreign company, even if they received no dividends or income.

Kevin McCarthy’s impeachment threats sound pretty hollow

Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy took aim at Merrick Garland on Sunday, warning that he will launch an impeachment inquiry against the attorney general if an IRS whistleblower’s allegations pan out.

As fuel taxes plummet, states weigh charging by the mile instead of the tank

Evan Burroughs has spent eight years touting the virtues of an Oregon pilot program charging motorists by the distance their vehicle travels rather than the gas it guzzles, yet his own mother still hasn’t bought in.

Supreme Court set for furious round of decisions in final days of June

The Supreme Court is set to hand down key decisions this week on student debt relief, affirmative action and federal election laws as it enters the last week of its summer session with 10 cases pending.

FTC’s Lina Khan presses ahead with sprawling antitrust plans in the face of GOP opposition

Republican lawmakers have for years launched barrages of criticism at Biden administration regulatory agencies and their diverse leaders — and Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan is no exception.

Two IRS whistleblowers alleged sweeping misconduct in the investigation

Two IRS whistleblowers allege sweeping misconduct, including interference in the Hunter Biden tax investigation, according to the GOP House Ways and Means Committee chairman and newly released transcripts.

Hunter Biden was member of an elite LA sex club SNCTM - but was kicked out for being a 'scumbag'

Hunter Biden was a member of an elite Los Angeles sex club but was kicked out for being a 'scumbag,' the club's founder has reportedly claimed. Damon Lawner, who opened the exclusive Snctm but sold it in 2019, was banned from the venue after he publicly identified the president's son as a former member.

IRS whistleblowers: David Weiss blocked from bringing Hunter Biden charges in DC and California

A top House Republican released new details from IRS whistleblowers involved in the criminal investigation into Hunter Biden that allege the lead federal prosecutor was denied when he tried to bring charges in Washington, D.C., and in California against President Joe Biden’s son.

Litman: Is the Hunter Biden plea deal really a slap on the wrist? Not remotely

Hunter Biden’s tentative federal plea agreement is bound to displease partisans on both sides, which is one sign that it’s a fair and suitable disposition of the long-standing investigation of the president’s son.

Trump-appointed judge who had Democratic support will oversee Hunter Biden case

Federal district Judge Maryellen Noreika, an appointee of former President Donald Trump, will preside over the case that Justice Department brought against President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden.

AMC Cancels 'Anti-Transgender' Documentary After Backlash

A documentary depicting the negative side-effects of gender-affirming surgeries was removed from AMC theaters after the Queer Trans Project protested the film.

US judge orders Trump lawyers not to release evidence in documents probe

A U.S. judge in Florida on Monday ordered defense lawyers for former President Donald Trump not to release evidence in the classified documents case to the media or the public.

Serious Concerns About the Nomination of William Barr to be Attorney General of the United States

On behalf of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Hum­­­­an Rights, a coalition of more than 200 national organizations committed to promoting and protecting the civil and human rights of all persons in the United States.

Thousands of protesters descend upon Dodger Stadium, take over entire block as team honors ‘drag nun’ group

Thousands of demonstrators descended upon Dodgers Stadium Friday evening to protest the team’s Pride Night ceremony honoring a controversial group of queer and trans nuns.

Mary Walter Filled in Hosting Today

Kerry Picket Filled in Hosting Today

Kerry Picket is a senior congressional reporter for The Washington Times and fill-in radio host at SiriusXM Patriot 125. She previously covered the hill at other DC-based outlets including the Daily Caller and the Washington Examiner.

Mother of 6-year-old who shot teacher pleads guilty to using marijuana while having a firearm

The mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot his teacher in Virginia pleaded guilty in federal court Monday to using marijuana while possessing a firearm, which is illegal. The federal crime is facing increasing scrutiny as more states legalize the drug.

Watch: Teacher Shows Video On Pride Month In US School; Threatens Students After They Protest

Ateacher at Edison High School in Huntington Beach, California played a Pride Month video during maths class, reacting to this the students moan, "Stop," and "Turn it off." One student shouts, "Why are you showing this to kids?"

Russia Hacked Ukrainian Company Linked To Trump Impeachment, Security Firm Says

Russian hackers recently targeted the Ukrainian gas company that was at the center of President Trump's impeachment — and they succeeded in gaining access to its email accounts, according to California cybersecurity firm Area 1 Security.

Trump grants full pardon to Russia probe figure George Papadopoulos

President Donald Trump granted a full pardon on Tuesday to George Papadopoulos, a former campaign aide who pleaded guilty as part of the investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.

Judge Aileen Cannon Can Absolutely Sink the Federal Prosecution of Trump

The federal criminal case against Donald Trump for mishandling classified documents will be overseen, at least initially, by Judge Aileen Cannon, according to the New York Times. This is excellent news for Trump.

Trump administration launches global effort to end criminalization of homosexuality

The Trump administration is launching a global campaign to end the criminalization of homosexuality in dozens of nations where it's still illegal to be gay, U.S. officials tell NBC News, a bid aimed in part at denouncing Iran over its human rights record.

Exclusive: Donald Trump admits on tape he didn’t declassify ‘secret information’

Former President Donald Trump acknowledged on tape in a 2021 meeting that he had retained “secret” military information that he had not declassified, according to a transcript of the audio recording obtained by CNN.

Donald Trump indicted for 2nd time, in classified documents investigation: Sources

Former President Donald Trump has been indicted for a second time, this time on federal charges in relation to his handling of classified information while out of office, sources familiar confirm to ABC News.

Why the Sky Is Orange in the Northeast Right Now

The smoke from wildfires in Quebec are having surprising, far-reaching consequences. LaGuardia International Airport in New York just halted all flights. Outdoor recess has been canceled by public schools all across the Northeastern states.

Bud Light Is No Longer America’s Top-Selling Beer

Bud Light is no longer America’s top-selling beer because of the ongoing boycott against the brand for its advertising partnership with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney, data cited by Newsweek shows.

Bill Barr Confirms Rep. Jamie Raskin Lied About Biden Family Corruption Investigation

“It’s not true. It wasn’t closed down,” William Barr told The Federalist on Tuesday in response to Democrat Rep. Jamie Raskin’s claim that the former attorney general and his “handpicked prosecutor” had ended an investigation.

Bomb threats against Target stores in Utah, Ohio & Pennsylvania over Pride controversy

Police are investigating bomb threats made against Target stores in three states after being alerted by local media outlets that received emails referencing the retail chain's decision to remove or relocate LGBTQ collections celebrating Pride Month.

UC student says she failed assignment for using term 'biological women'

A University of Cincinnati student says she received a failing grade on an assignment because she used the term "biological women." Olivia Krolczyk, a student studying chemistry at UC, posted a video on TikTok detailing the incident last month.

The Ugly History of the DOJ Hatchet-Man Tasked to Target Trump

Richard Grenell was one of the Donald Trump administration’s brightest stars. The former spokesman to the UN in the George W. Bush administration, Grenell was named ambassador to Germany in 2018, and in 2020 became acting director of National Intelligence.

It Doesn’t Matter That Joe Biden Is a Corrupt, Doddering, Old Pervert

Do you think it matters that our alleged president has fallen myriad times and can’t get up? You do? You sap. Watching President Gumby trip all over mystery sandbags at the Air Force Academy just reinforces what we all already know.

U.S. government says it lost $11.2 billion on GM bailout

The U.S. government lost $11.2 billion on its bailout of General Motors Co GM.N, more than the $10.3 billion the Treasury Department estimated when it sold its remaining GM shares in December, according to a government report.

Pride drag show on Nevada Air Force base abruptly canceled

A "family-friendly" drag show that was scheduled to take place on Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada today has been canceled. The Nellis LGBTQ+ Pride Council was scheduled to host the event.

Health secretary Mandy Cohen resigns, governor taps a successor

Mandy Cohen, the physician who has led North Carolina through the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and a massive transformation of how Medicaid is administered, told her staff at the state Department of Health and Human Services.

Trump captured on tape talking about classified document he kept after leaving the White House

Federal prosecutors have obtained an audio recording of a summer 2021 meeting in which former President Donald Trump acknowledges he held onto a classified Pentagon document about a potential attack on Iran, multiple sources told CNN, undercutting his argument that he declassified everything.

How the FBI Lost, Found, and Rewarded the Alleged Russian Spy Pivotal to Surveilling Trump

Twelve years ago, FBI agents in Baltimore sought to wiretap former Brookings Institution analyst Igor Danchenko on suspicions he was spying for Russia. But the counterintelligence analyst they were assigned to work with ‒ Brian Auten ‒ told them he could not find their target and assumed the Russian national had fled back.

Debt ceiling deal throws a wrench into IRS overhaul

The bipartisan deal to raise the debt ceiling would claw back billions of dollars meant to enable a large-scale refurbishment of the IRS, which has withered over the last decade due to budget cuts, outdated technology and loss of staff.

Ocasio-Cortez says fake Twitter account impersonating her

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is warning her Twitter followers that an account claiming to be her is not actually real. “FYI there’s a fake account on here impersonating me and going viral. The Twitter CEO has engaged it, boosting visibility,”

Marketing Briefing: As Pride approaches, marketers should be ‘truly invested’ as marketing backlash continues

The month of June — and Pride marketing dollars to mark the occasion — will soon flow. For marketers in recent years, that’s often meant rolling out various Pride campaigns with LGBTQIA+influencers and creating Pride merch.

Can't remember it All Too Well: Taylor Swift fans are getting AMNESIA at her concerts due to a rare phenomenon

Going to see Taylor Swift live, you expect it to be a night to remember — but there are growing reports of people suffering amnesia after her shows. Jenna Tocatilan, 25, from New York, said she had dreamed about seeing the pop star.

Why major brands were forced into the conservative plan targeting LGBTQ people

Bud Light and Target were not always political punching bags. But both companies have been drawn into the center of a long-brewing conservative battle after the brands released campaigns supporting or featuring LGBTQ people.

Why the US doesn't have to pay off its $31 trillion debt, according to Paul Krugman

The US doesn't actually have to pay off its $31 trillion mountain of debt, according to top economist Paul Krugman, hitting back at the idea that government finances can be compared to household balance sheets.

Fact check: Does immigration increase housing costs?

Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) sparked a social media debate this week when he claimed illegal immigration drives up the cost of housing. After an economics professor attempted to correct Vance on Twitter, sharing a graph.

At High School Debates, Debate Is No Longer Allowed

My four years on a high school debate team in Broward County, Florida, taught me to challenge ideas, question assumptions, and think outside the box. It also helped me overcome a terrible childhood stutter.

FBI official admits to GOP chairman she has not read Durham report

An FBI official revealed that she had not read the Durham report during testimony to the House Committee on Homeland Security. FBI Deputy Assistant Director of Counterintelligence Jill Murphy testified in front of Congress on Tuesday.

GOP presses Durham on letting Comey and key Trump-Russia figures off the hook

Two top Republican senators are demanding answers from special counsel John Durham about key Crossfire Hurricane figures who refused to cooperate in his investigation and whether he attempted to subpoena them.

The NAACP Says Florida Isn't Safe for Black People. Data Tell a Different Story

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People last week cautioned black Americans to stay out of Florida, claiming that the state’s "openly hostile" policies put them at risk.

Archives: Every administration since Reagan has mishandled classified docs

Every administration since President Reagan has mishandled classified information under the Presidential Records Act, according to officials from the National Archives and Records Administration.

The allure of fascism: why do minorities join the far right?

While investigators search for a motive behind a Texas man’s mass killing of eight people at an outlet mall near Dallas earlier this month, they and groups such as the Anti-Defamation League believe they have uncovered social media posts.

Bud Light sales decline for sixth consecutive week amid Dylan Mulvaney controversy

Anheuser-Busch saw the sales of its Bud Light beer decline for the sixth straight week. During the week beginning May 8, U.S. retail sales decreased 28% compared with the same period in 2022, according to a report citing an analysis of Nielsen data.

‘Howard’ Documentary Will Remain On Disney+; List Of Disney Streaming Removals Still Being Finalized

“The list of titles coming off of Hulu and Disney+ next week is still being finalized,” a rep for the company said, indicating that there could be additional changes.

Witness to Jordan Neely chokehold death calls Daniel Penny a ‘hero’ and offers to testify on his behalf

A straphanger who witnessed the fatal subway confrontation between Daniel Penny and Jordan Neely earlier this month called Penny a “hero” for restraining the homeless man.

‘Drastic' Crisis May Force NYC to Use 20 School Gyms to House Migrants, Sparking Anger

New York City has begun to convert public school gymnasiums into housing for international migrants, its latest effort to accommodate a growing population of asylum-seekers who have overwhelmed the city’s homeless shelter system.

Alleged FBI whistleblowers provide fiery opening statements before congressional committee

On Thursday morning, before the Committee on the Judiciary Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, three suspended FBI agents Republicans deemed as whistleblowers gave passionate opening statements.

Florida’s ban on DEI spending becomes official as DeSantis enacts college reforms

Colleges and universities in Florida are no longer allowed to spend their cash on most diversity, equity and inclusion programs under a slate of higher education reforms Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law Monday to curb “woke” ideology.

NEW: Bud Light Launches Camo-Print Cans To Appease Base As Sales Continue To Crash

Bud Light, in an attempt to slow a sales free-fall after an ill-conceived partnership with a transgender influencer, has unveiled camouflage-themed cans to conceal the controversy from its conservative base of blue-collar beer drinkers.

Cyclist Taunts Marching White Supremacists With Outstandingly Timed Heckles

A bicyclist stopped members of the white supremacist, neo-Nazi group Patriot Front in their tracks with some well-timed heckles during their march in Washington on Sunday.

Threats against the LGBTQIA+ community: Department of Homeland Security

Threats of violence against the LGBTQIA+ community are on the rise and intensifying, according to a new briefing by the Department of Homeland Security.

Nonprofit: Veterans displaced at Newburgh hotel to make room for NYC-bused migrants

There was more fallout from the migrant crisis in the Hudson Valley as homeless veterans were displaced from a Town of Newburgh hotel to make room for migrants being bused in from New York City, a local nonprofit said.

More than 50 House Republicans tear into VA secretary over debt bill claims

A group of 56 House Republicans tore into Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough for his department’s assertions that the GOP’s debt ceiling increase and spending cuts bill would slash veterans’ benefits.

Biden admin to allow the release of some migrants into the U.S.

After more than 11,000 migrants were caught crossing the southern border on Tuesday, the Biden administration is now preparing a memo that will direct Customs and Border Protection to begin releasing migrants into the U.S.

NYC, Chicago Clash With Biden as Migrant Surge Crushes Cities’ Finance

An expected surge in migration at the border with Mexico is setting off alarm bells in states and cities across the US — and stoking tension between Joe Biden and fellow Democrats just as the president’s reelection bid gets under way.

Democrats have sinking feeling: Trump could beat Biden

Democrats are getting a sinking feeling when it comes to Donald Trump: They can see him winning again. A New York jury in a civil trial Tuesday found the former president liable for sexual assault and defamation.

How Title 42's expiration will reshape immigration policy at the U.S.-Mexico border

The termination of an emergency immigration restriction known as Title 42 will mark a major policy shift in how the U.S. processes migrants who reach the southern border, including those hoping to ask for asylum.

What’s up with RFK Jr.'s poll numbers?

The recent poll showing Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an anti-vaccine activist, garnering 14% of 2020 Biden voters certainly seems pretty bad. Does the Democratic electorate now include a sizable anti-science contingent?

Former Delaware teacher charged with child sexual abuse

A former Delaware middle school teacher has been charged with multiple counts of rape of a student. Reed Messer, 42, was extradited to Delaware on Monday after being arrested at her home in Greenville, South Carolina.

Biden hit by fact checker for repeatedly touting 'highly misleading' deficit claim: 'Bottomless Pinocchio'

The Washington Post's chief fact-checker Glenn Kessler awarded President Biden with a "Bottomless Pinocchio" rating for repeatedly touting what the reporter described as a "highly misleading" claim about reducing the deficit.

Lawsuit Alleges Maine School District Violated Parental Rights Over Child’s Social Transition

A Maine parent is suing her child’s school district in federal court for allegedly violating her parental rights by allegedly failing to inform the mother of her child’s social transition—part of a handful of legal battles over pronouns across the country.

If He Has to, Obama Should Raise the Debt Ceiling Unilaterally

President Obama keeps saying he will not raise the debt ceiling on his own. “Look, our view is the Constitution gives Congress—not the president—the authority to borrow money, and only Congress can increase the debt ceiling,” Press Secretary Jay Carney said last week.

Downtown El Paso's Landscape Changes as Migrant Camp Continues to Grow

Processed and released migrants continue to pour into the historic downtown area, with most not having the money to buy a plane or bus ticket to their ultimate destination, some as close as Dallas with others as far as New York City.

Trump Touts Low Unemployment Rates For African-Americans, Hispanics

The job market is strong right now, with a 4.1 percent unemployment rate, and President Trump knows it. In his State of the Union address, he said he is "proud" that "African-American unemployment stands at the lowest rate ever recorded.

N.Y. Governor Claims Homeless Man Was ‘Killed for Being a Passenger’ on Subway

Despite the violent and erratic behavior exhibited by Jordan Neely on a New York subway Monday night that led to a violent and ultimately fatal altercation, Governor Kathy Hochul said that the man was simply “killed for being a passenger on the subway trains.”

Why China Is Investing in Africa's Green Energy Future

A wind farm in Namibia and a floating solar farm on Zimbabwe's massive Kariba Dam are among the new green energy projects Chinese companies are looking at investing in this year after Beijing pledged to help African countries address their energy problems with renewable sources rather than fossil fuels.

Chokehold killed man restrained by NYC subway passengers

A man who had been shouting at people aboard a New York City subway train died after fellow riders tackled him and one put him in a chokehold that lasted until his body went limp, according to police officials and video of the encounter. Jordan Neely, 30, died from compression of the neck.

Trans psychologist believes that trans identity is a social contagion

I once heard someone describe his philosophy on building the next generation of leaders: “Just because your old man beat the shit out of me, doesn’t mean I should beat the shit out of my kids.

When it comes to trans youth, we’re in danger of losing our way

Through a grant from the San Francisco Department of Public Health, UCSF’s Child and Adolescent Gender Center has for the past five years provided training and consultation on transgender kids.

Ex-officer Thao convicted of aiding George Floyd’s killing

A former Minneapolis police officer who held back bystanders while his colleagues restrained a dying George Floyd has been convicted of aiding and abetting manslaughter. Tou Thao, who already had been convicted in federal court of violating Floyd's civil rights, was the last of four former officers.

U.S. planning to send 1,500 more troops to southern border

The Biden administration is planning to send 1,500 more active-duty troops temporarily to the southern border to assist agents ahead of an expected influx of migrants seeking asylum, three U.S. officials said Tuesday. The move comes as Title 42, the public health law that permits the U.S. to deny asylum and migrations.

Anheuser-Busch Is In A Deep Hole In and Out of the Trans Community

Anheuser-Busch has dug itself into a deep hole after playing politics with its beer. Since significant backlash stormed the company for partnering with transgender social media influencer Dylan Mulvaney.

Box Office Milestone: ‘Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Hits $1B Globally

Illumination and Universal’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie is checking off another notable milestone. The Nintendo video game adaptation will cross $1 billion at the worldwide box office sometime on Sunday.

House GOP narrowly passes bill to raise debt limit and cut spending; White House called it 'ransom'

House Republicans on Wednesday narrowly passed a bill to increase the nation's debt ceiling while cutting federal government spending -- and while the legislation has no prospect of becoming law.

House narrowly passes GOP debt limit bill, putting Biden on defense for refusal to negotiate

House Republicans narrowly passed legislation raising the debt limit on Wednesday. The move is gambit to force President Biden to begin negotiations in earnest on cutting spending in exchange for lifting the cap.

Michigan lawmakers sign off on $175 million for Gotion development

A single vote made the difference Thursday and provided Michigan lawmakers' final approval of $175 million in taxpayer incentives for Chinese electric vehicle battery maker Gotion Inc.'s much-debated plant near Big Rapids.

Teachers union chief hires seasoned lawyer ahead of Hill testimony

Randi Weingarten is lawyering up. The American Federation of Teachers president has retained a top white-collar defense attorney ahead of her scheduled testimony on school closures during the height of the Covid-19 crisis.

New Bill Won’t Require Parental Notification For Runaway Minors Receiving ‘Gender Affirming Treatment’

A new bill under consideration in the Washington state legislature could do away with parental notification requirements for runaway minors if they are seeking sex change operations.

Hunter Biden may be living at the White House to evade legal papers from his baby mama

Hunter Biden is believed to be hiding out at the White House while his baby mama goes on the warpath. Lawyers for former stripper Lunden Roberts asked an Arkansas court Friday to jail the first son.

Tim Young Filled in Today

Tim has been a guest on and quoted in almost every major publication in the world. Whether it be the conservative Fox News or the progressive CNN, Tim’s voice has been heard there. His media and pop culture takes have been featured in everything from Cosmopolitan to OK! Magazine and TMZ Live! If you need a memorable quote or a character to share an opinion, reach out.

Ex-CIA chief spills on how he got spies to write false Hunter Biden laptop letter

Joe Biden’s presidential campaign prompted former acting CIA Director Mike Morell to “help Biden” by organizing 50 colleagues to sign a letter in October 2020 falsely claiming that damning emails from Hunter Biden’s laptop published by The Post were Russian disinformation.

Over 99% of migrants who sought exception to Title 42 via CBP One App were approved

The majority of requests made by migrants for an exception to the Title 42 public health order using the recently-expanded CBP One App have been accepted. Of the more than 80,000 migrants that applied, over 99 percent were found to have met the criteria, according to a CBP spokesperson.

What is The $25,000 Downpayment Toward Equity Act? [Explained]

First-time home buyers may be eligible to receive a $25,000 cash grant to purchase a new home. The Downpayment Toward Equity Act fulfills a campaign promise from the Biden administration.

Downtown beating witness: ‘They were going to kill that young man’

Lenora Dennis not only witnessed the attack of a couple on Wabash Avenue Saturday night, she stepped in to help. “They were going to kill that young man,” she said. “They were stomping his head into the concrete.”

How Hunter Biden’s Firm Helped Secure Cobalt for the Chinese

An investment firm where Hunter Biden, the president’s son, was a founding board member helped facilitate a Chinese company’s purchase from an American company of one of the world’s richest cobalt mines, located in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

New Jersey grants $1.25bn in public funds to firms that back Republicans

Corporations that contributed millions of dollars to the Chris Christie-led Republican Governors Association and other GOP campaigns have received public funding deals worth almost $1.25bn from his New Jersey administration in less than two years.

Disney Lost Over a Quarter of a Billion Dollars on Two Woke Failures

Two of the three biggest box office bombs of 2022 were both animated Disney movies that, when combined, lost the company more than a quarter of a billion dollars.

DeSantis’ quiet plan for the Constitution is frighteningly serious

When you can’t govern, just rely on publicity stunts — that is the mantra presumably of the presently very unserious Republican Party.

Tax Day Cash Will Indicate Just How Close US Is to Default

The question of when the US could default will come into sharp relief this week when the Treasury reveals how big its tax take is likely to be. With the political battle over the statutory debt ceiling set to amp up again, the Treasury’s tax receipts will give a clearer idea.

California power companies roll out fixed-rate bill proposal

If you earn more, you pay more. That’s the basic idea behind sweeping changes proposed by California’s three largest power companies that will impact your electricity bill. Southern California Edison, Pacific Gas & Electric, and San Diego Gas & Electric submitted a joint proposal.

The end of the inversion: will pharma leave Ireland after tax rises?

As Ireland is among the 136 countries recently agreeing to a 15% minimum tax rate, we consider what the change means for companies in a country that has attracted pharmaceutical contract manufacturing organisations (CMOs) with low tax bills. What happened? On 8 October, 136 countries signed up to a major reform.

Newsom says he’ll name Black woman to Senate if Feinstein resigns

California Gov. Gavin Newsom committed Monday to nominating a Black woman for the U.S. Senate should Sen. Dianne Feinstein resign from the seat she’s held for more than two decades. Newsom made the comments to MSNBC host Joy Reid in an appearance on her show, saying he has multiple names in mind for the spot.

Pentagon leaks linked to young gun enthusiast who worked at military base

The man responsible for the leak of hundreds of classified Pentagon documents is reported to be a young, racist gun enthusiast who worked on a military base, and who was seeking to impress two dozen fellow members of an internet chat group.

Citigroup chose Obama’s 2008 cabinet, WikiLeaks document reveals

One month before the presidential election of 2008, the giant Wall Street bank Citigroup submitted to the Obama campaign a list of its preferred candidates for cabinet positions in an Obama administration. This list corresponds almost exactly to the eventual composition of Barack Obama’s cabinet.

What Secrets Are in the Leaked Pentagon Documents?

A stunning leak of a cache of classified Pentagon documents appears to be one of the most significant breaches of U.S. intelligence in decades, purportedly revealing national security secrets regarding Ukraine, Russia, Asia, and the Middle East, as well as details about U.S. espionage methods and the country’s spying on adversaries and allies.

‘Splintered’ Court Ruling Throws J6 Prosecution Into Chaos

A Massachusetts man on Friday was charged with a felony related to his participation in the protest at the Capitol on January 6, 2021. Mark Sahady already faced misdemeanors for his nonviolent and brief jaunt through the building that afternoon, but the Justice Department decided to add the common “obstruction of an official proceeding”.

Europe must resist pressure to become ‘America’s followers,’ says Macron

Europe must reduce its dependency on the United States and avoid getting dragged into a confrontation between China and the U.S. over Taiwan, French President Emmanuel Macron said in an interview on his plane back from a three-day state visit to China.

Justin Jones returns to state legislature after unanimous Nashville Council appointment

Rep. Justin Jones left the Tennessee Capitol on April 6, expelled from the House of Representatives for leading a gun-control protest from the floor following a deadly Nashville school shooting. On Monday, hundreds of jubilant supporters marched alongside him.

Biden enlists hundreds of social media influencers for upcoming reelection bid

President Joe Biden will be relying heavily on the power of social media, with an emphasis on mobilizing young voters, in his still unannounced reelection bid. The 80-year-old commander in chief is enlisting hundreds of social media influencers, according to a new report.

Tennessee becomes new front in battle for American democracy

Tennessee has become a new front in the battle for the future of American democracy after Republicans expelled two Black lawmakers from the state Legislature for their part in a protest urging passage of gun-control measures. The GOP supermajority expelled Justin Jones and Justin Pearson.

More extremism in the military, & a new death threat to LGBT group

A Maryland man was arrested by the FBI for threatening to "slaughter" an LGBTQ organization in Washington, D.C. Extremist Trump supporters aren't showing up to protest Trump's arrest — yet.

Republican wins special state Senate election in Wisconsin, handing GOP supermajority

Wisconsin state Rep. Dan Knodl (R) won Tuesday’s special election for an open state Senate seat, handing Republicans a supermajority in the upper chamber and the necessary votes to impeach state officials.

Immigration fees may go up and green card applicants could be hard hit

After two decades of waiting, Patricia Ramirez of New Mexico was filled with joy when she finally became eligible for a green card a few months ago. To Ramirez, who came to the U.S. undocumented, becoming a lawful permanent resident would give her more security living in the U.S.

California Gov. Newsom rips DeSantis during Sarasota visit with New College students

California Gov. Gavin Newsom made a surprise visit to Sarasota Wednesday near the New College of Florida campus, ripping Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis during a meeting with students grappling with his conservative higher education experiment.

Fact check: Viral meme compares Al Sharpton's tax troubles with Willie Nelson's

The claim: The Rev. Al Sharpton owes over $19 million in outstanding taxes; IRS seized Willie Nelson's assets over $16 million in tax debt. Civil rights activist and television host the Rev. Al Sharpton has taken heat over the years for tax delinquency.

Abrams settles IRS debt as she preps for another run for office

Stacey Abrams has repaid the tax debt she owed to the Internal Revenue Service, closing off a potential weakness as she considers a run for the White House or a rematch against Gov. Brian Kemp. The Democrat said through a spokesman Thursday that she retired the roughly $54,000 she owed to the IRS.

The Mueller Report Makes It Clear: Trump Is Off the Hook in SDNY as Well

Since the announcement of special counsel Robert Mueller’s decision to not indict President Donald Trump for obstruction of justice or any members of Trump’s family, critics of Trump who still feel some of his actions may have amounted to crimes seem to have put all their eggs in a new basket: the Southern District of New York.

Big Tech staffed with hundreds of ex-DOJ employees amid antitrust battle

Big Tech is staffed with hundreds of former Department of Justice employees, some of whom have key insight into government antitrust investigative methods, according to a watchdog's "revolving door" analysis. Google, Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and HP have hired at least 360 DOJ employees.

George Soros and the media need to stop playing dumb about Alvin Bragg

If you subject yourself to reading and watching the legacy media, you might think former President Donald Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) have been spreading baseless antisemitic conspiracy theories lately.

Post-indictment poll: Trump surges to largest-ever lead over DeSantis

A new Yahoo News/YouGov poll — one of the first conducted after former President Donald Trump was indicted Thursday for his role in paying hush money to a porn star — shows Trump surging to his largest-ever lead.

'Trans Day of Vengeance' cancelled due to 'credible threat to life and safety'

Our Rights DC, the group behind Saturday's "Trans Day of Vengeance" protest outside the Supreme Court, has announced that the event has been cancelled due to a "credible threat to life and safety."

Hunter Biden was asked to use his FBI contacts to help his business partner arrested

Hunter Biden was asked to use contacts in the FBI to help his Chinese business partner who was arrested for bribery and money laundering, emails reveal. The news comes as a whistleblower claims.

Judge denies Jan. 6 defendant’s bid for time to review McCarthy’s Capitol security footage

A federal judge on Friday denied a Jan. 6 defendant’s request to delay her imminent trial in order to review thousands of hours of security footage recently made available by Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

Reparations could cost California more than $800 billion, economists estimate

It could cost California more than $800 billion to compensate Black residents for generations of over-policing, disproportionate incarceration and housing discrimination, economists have told a state panel considering reparations.

Elon Musk’s Twitter Restricts Conservatives Raising Alarm About ‘Trans Day of Vengeance’

Elon Musk’s Twitter has restricted accounts of prominent conservative politicians, journalists, and activists that are raising awareness about the fact that radical transgender activists called for a “Trans Day of Vengeance” ahead.

Poll: Plurality of Nevada voters approve of Lombardo, majority support voter ID

Nevadans broadly gave Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo good marks after his first month in office, with a slight majority viewing the state as “on the right track,” according to a poll released Friday from The Nevada Independent and OH Predictive Insights.

Female shooters are rare — and trans men even more so

Active shootings — those in large public spaces, with substantial risk of casualties — have become common in the U.S. But the circumstances of Thursday’s mass shooting in Aberdeen are comparatively rare.

Young men, guns and the prefrontal cortex

When Vanderbilt University psychiatrist Jonathan Metzl learned that the perpetrator of the Uvalde, Tex., school massacre was a young man barely out of adolescence, it was hard not to think about the peculiarities of the maturing male brain.

Schumer declines to state confidence in Manhattan district attorney Alvin Bragg

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Wednesday declined to say whether he has confidence in Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg (D) ahead of an expected indictment of former President Trump.

Disgraced ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo blasts Alvin Bragg’s probe of Trump

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo offered a stinging rebuke of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s looming indictment of former President Trump over alleged hush-money payments to porn star Stormy Daniels.

Would a ‘Wealth Tax’ Work?

Facing a national debt of over $31 trillion, the Biden administration’s FY 2024 budget plan is looking for a gusher of new revenue in a “wealth tax” of 25% on wealth exceeding $100 million. This would tax not just personal income but gains in the value of assets.

My Position on the Iran Deal

Every several years or so a legislator is called upon to cast a momentous vote in which the stakes are high and both sides of the issue are vociferous in their views. Over the years, I have learned that the best way to treat such decisions is to study the issue carefully.

Could Trump Be Impeached Shortly After He Takes Office?

Donald Trump isn’t even the Republican nominee yet. But his incendiary rhetoric, most notably about killing the families of terrorists and bringing back torture, has critics on the right and the left discussing the most extreme of countermeasures at an unusually early point in the race.

California Attorney General Blames Automakers for Car Theft Spike

California attorney general Rob Bonta (D.) is blaming car manufacturers for the spike in car thefts that has occurred on his watch. In a letter to Hyundai and Kia, Bonta and 22 other attorneys general on Monday claimed the carmakers helped fuel a national car theft epidemic by not installing engine immobilizers.

John Solomon sues DOJ, National Archives over access to declassified Trump-Russia probe memos

Just the News Editor-in-Chief John Solomon sued the Justice Department and National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) on Tuesday, alleging they have wrongly kept from public inspection hundreds of pages of documents chronicling the FBI's bungled Russia collusion probe.

From 'Comrade Barbara' to Limousine Liberal: Barbara Lee Dropped $20K On Luxury Cars, Filings Show

California congresswoman Barbara Lee (D.) has come a long way since her days praising communists, spending over $20,000 in campaign funds on chauffeured cars and limousines over the last election cycle. Among the luxury travel expenses from Lee, who was once known to her leftist allies.

Why Joe Biden’s Honeymoon With Progressives Is Coming to an End

One of the most historically unusual aspects of the Biden administration has been the harmonious relations between the president and progressive activists. Historically, progressives generally spend most of their time complaining about Democratic presidents.

Voters of color are a big reason Trump leads the GOP primary

ormer President Donald Trump holds an average double-digit advantage over Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in national 2024 Republican primary surveys. That, in itself, isn’t notable given Trump, the frontrunner, has been ahead of DeSantis (by far his nearest competitor or potential competitor).

Silicon Valley Bank Collapsed Despite Being ‘Woke,’ Not Because Of It

In finance, the purest definition of “woke” is the effort to expand markets to lend to new communities of entrepreneurs, sign up previously untapped customers and increase prosperity for a wider range of people.

Column: Is the Pledge of Allegiance just an empty, performative ritual?

Marissa Barnwell failed to show sufficient deference to the Pledge of Allegiance. And for that, she was punished. She was walking quietly down the hall at River Bluff High School in Lexington, S.C..

The Origins of the Term ‘Woke’ Had Nothing to Do With Today’s Identity Politics Wars

When in 2017 the editors of the Oxford English Dictionary added “woke” to their list of new words, they defined it as “alert to racial or social discrimination and injustice.” The earliest modern citation of “woke,” according to the OED, was a 1962 article, “If You’re Woke You Dig It”.

House Oversight chair questions $1.3 million in payments to Hunter Biden and relatives

The Republican chairman of the House Oversight Committee published a memo Thursday alleging that Hunter Biden and at least two relatives were paid $1.3 million from an associate of the president's son who had links to a Chinese energy company. They are alleged to have been paid.

Experts say attacks on free speech are rising across the US

In Idaho, an art exhibit was censored and teens were told they couldn’t testify in some legislative hearings. In Washington state, a lawmaker proposed a hotline so the government could track offensively biased statements.

'De-influencers' are telling TikTok users what not to buy

For the past few years, influencer marketing has dramatically shifted how brands connect with consumers. With just one video or post, popular content creators can turn anything from a beauty product to a water bottle into a viral sensation.

Another drag show showdown: Florida targets Miami hotel’s liquor license

Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration is seeking to revoke the Hyatt Regency Miami’s liquor license because an affiliated facility hosted a Christmas-themed drag queen show in which the state claimed minors were present.

Student-led drag show at an Elk Grove high school assembly angers some parents

A Pleasant Grove High School drag performance on campus has stirred emotion and divided parents over this question: should drag shows be allowed in schools? A student-led routine by the high school's LGBTQ+ group.

Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly calls for censorship of social media companies to prevent bank run: report

Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., asked during a meeting about the bailout of Silicon Valley Bank whether social media could be censored to prevent misinformation going out that could lead to a bank run, according to reports.

Swastikas, image of Hitler drawn on Jewish student's door at Stanford

Stanford University is investigating a possible hate crime after swastikas and an image of Adolf Hitler were drawn on a whiteboard outside a Jewish student's dorm room, the third such incident in the last two weeks.

Trump signs the biggest rollback of bank rules since the financial crisis

President Donald Trump signed the biggest rollback of bank regulations since the global financial crisis into law Thursday. The measure designed to ease rules on all but the largest banks passed both chambers of Congress with bipartisan support.

Regulators close crypto-focused Signature Bank, citing systemic risk

New York state regulators on Sunday shut down Signature Bank, a big lender in the crypto industry, in a bid to prevent the spreading banking crisis. “We are also announcing a similar systemic risk exception for Signature Bank, New York, New York.

Biden Wants a Wealth Tax: Should Billionaires Pay More?

The Biden budget has just been released and President Biden wants to “raise some taxes.” In recent speeches, Biden has said that tax increases should focus on the wealthiest taxpayers.

Why did the Obama administration spy on the Associated Press?

The Associated Press on Monday revealed that the Department of Justice had secretly spied on AP reporters, obtaining two months' worth of telephone records in what was most likely an attempt to crack down on internal leaks.

Biden set to unveil more than $2 trillion in tax hikes in budget

President Biden is set to formally propose an array of tax increases on wealthy individuals and corporations in a budget plan that he says will reduce the deficit by $2 trillion over the next decade, setting up a battle royal with Republicans on Capitol Hill.

Red Cross Packets Show Migrants Where To Cross The US Border

The American Red Cross has maps and guides for migrants to make the dangerous journeys to the U.S.-Mexico border, according to documents exclusively obtained by the Daily Caller News Foundation. The map, which is part of a packet stamped shows a list of resources.

Big Government will not lower healthcare costs

The majority of people report that they’re struggling with inflation, and there’s little doubt it will be a consistent concern throughout the 2024 elections. Every legislator is rightfully hearing this message from constituents.

Biden to tax high-earners to save Medicare

U.S. President Joe Biden will propose raising the Medicare tax on high earners to help keep the federal insurance program solvent as part of his budget to be released on Thursday, the White House said.

How to Save Academic Freedom From Ron DeSantis

Florida governor Ron DeSantis has been busy promoting a new book that sets out the case for his presidential run. His main message: Republicans need a new approach to combatting the cultural power of the left.

Chinese minister warns of conflict unless US changes course

Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang warned Tuesday that Beijing and Washington are headed for “conflict and confrontation” if the U.S. doesn’t change course, striking a combative tone at a moment.

Hunter Biden cries poverty in trying to slash child support for 4-year-old

Hunter Biden is trying to get his child support payments for his 4-year-old love child lowered by claiming a substantial change to his “financial circumstances,” according to court documents.

Michigan Muslim Group Warns State That LGBTQ Bill Might Be Unconstitutional

The Muslim activist organization the Council of American Islamic Relations (CAIR) has objected to the Michigan Senate’s passage of an expanded version of state human-rights law protecting LGBTQ groups.

FBI was split on how to handle Mar-a-Lago search for classified documents

FBI agents and Justice Department prosecutors flipped back and forth for months on the best strategy to retrieve classified documents from former President Donald Trump, ultimately leading to a high-profile raid that drew nationwide criticism.

Florida bill would require bloggers who write about governor to register with the state

Florida Sen. Jason Brodeur (R-Lake Mary) wants bloggers who write about Gov. Ron DeSantis, Attorney General Ashley Moody, and other members of the Florida executive cabinet or legislature to register with the state or face fines.

Jonathan T. Gilliam Filled in Today

Jonathan T. Gilliam grew up in the Ozarks mountains of north Arkansas, and graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a BA double major in Political Science and Psychology. He began his career in service as a Police Officer just outside of Little Rock, Arkansas at Camp Robinson Police Department.

‘That is NOT fair': Teachers' union boss Randi Weingarten has complete meltdown

Teacher's union boss Randi Weingarten had a meltdown outside of the Supreme Court and screamed about how it's 'not fair' that the courts are blocking student debt relief. Weingarten, 65, gave a passionate speech on Tuesday in support of Joe Biden's $10,000 debt relief program, which has been stalled in state courts fighting it.

Lori Lightfoot becomes the first Chicago mayor in 40 years to lose re-election

Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot lost her bid for re-election Tuesday, ending her historic run as the city’s first Black woman and first openly gay person to serve in the position. Lightfoot, a Democrat, failed to get enough votes in the nine-person race to move on to an April 4 runoff election, according to projections by The Associated Press.

Transportation watchdog to audit Buttigieg’s use of government jets

The Transportation Department’s internal watchdog announced on Monday that it will be auditing Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s use of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) jets. Transportation’s Office of the Inspector General said it will be auditing Buttigieg.

Biden will be playing defense on student loans this week at the Supreme Court.

President Joe Biden's $400 billion student loan forgiveness plan will finally get its day at the Supreme Court on Tuesday. But some experts predict that by the time arguments end, the administration may wish it had been somewhere else.

IRS commissioner nominee to ‘ensure that America’s highest earners comply with tax laws.’ Here are the key takeaways from Senate hearing

President Joe Biden’s nominee to lead the IRS answered questions during a Senate Finance Committee hearing this week, highlighting key issues from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.

Long Island Republican warns of 'suburban uprising' over New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's plan to rezone land to allow greater density for affordable housing

New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul has set her eyes on addressing the state's housing crunch, as the Empire State has long seen an exodus of residents daunted by the lack of affordable housing.

The Mask Mandates Did Nothing. Will Any Lessons Be Learned?

The most rigorous and comprehensive analysis of scientific studies conducted on the efficacy of masks for reducing the spread of respiratory illnesses — including Covid-19 — was published late last month.

COVID relief money targeted for use by cities to fund reparations programs

A growing list of municipalities across the U.S. are looking to set up reparations programs for Black residents, and some of them are considering using COVID-19 relief funds to pay for the initiatives.

Buttigieg visits East Palestine, Ohio, as probe of train derailment continues

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited East Palestine, Ohio, for the first time on Thursday, as the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released the initial results of its investigation into the derailment of a Norfolk Southern train carrying hazardous substances.

“Obama imposed stricter rules on trains carrying toxins. Trump killed them.”

During former President Barack Obama’s administration, the Department of Transportation enacted a rule requiring high-hazard cargo trains to be equipped with electronically controlled pneumatic brakes by 2023, allowing them to brake faster.

Democrats see security threat in McCarthy sending Jan. 6 video to Tucker Carlson

Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s (R-Calif.) recent decision to release thousands of hours of Jan. 6, 2021, security footage to Fox News host Tucker Carlson is setting off alarm bells among Democrats, who see inherent security risks in sharing the raw video with a figure.

“Prosecutor’s nightmare”: Legal experts worry grand jury forewoman’s media tour may help Trump

Legal experts raised concerns after the forewoman of the Georgia special grand jury that investigated former President Donald Trump's efforts to overturn his loss gave multiple media interviews revealing details about the probe.

Eric Adams Tries Taking a Potshot at DeSantis Visiting NYC — It Backfires

New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) "welcomed" Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) to the area since the Florida Man is visiting Staten Island to tout the state's success with crime and retention in law enforcement.

Tampa Bay LGBTQ activists prepare for fight over drag as bans spread

GOP attempts to restrict drag shows could reignite in Florida as other states move to ban the performances. Driving the news: Tennessee is likely to become the first state to restrict drag performances this year.

Ohio train derailment: Buttigieg pens sharply worded letter to Norfolk Southern Railway

U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg has called out the rail operator at the center of a hazardous train derailment in Ohio. In a sharply worded, three-page letter sent Sunday to Norfolk Southern Railway president and CEO Alan Shaw, Buttigieg accused the Atlanta-based company of repeatedly prioritizing profit over safety.

FEMA sends some officials 15 days after train derailment, East Palestine - OH

A small contingent of workers with FEMA met with public officials in East Palestine 15 days after a Norfolk Southern trail derailed releasing toxic chemicals into the air and water which led to the evacuation of around 2,000 out of the town's 5,000 people. Bill Johnson says the boots on the ground are there to learn about residents needs.

Don Lemon absent from ‘CNN This Morning’ after sexist Nikki Haley rant enraged Poppy

Don Lemon was conspicuously absent from “CNN This Morning” on Friday just 24 hours after he put his foot in his mouth with a sexist comment about 51-year-old Nikki Haley being “not in her prime” — prompting co-host Poppy Harlow to walk off the set.

Craigslist Craig Is Dumping His Billions Into Fake News To Help Democrats Win Elections

In the run-up to the 2020 presidential election, billionaire philanthropist Craig Newmark spent close to $200 million on news media projects to help fight “disinformation,” secure “voting integrity,” and defeat Donald Trump.

Kaine introduces Senate bill to stamp out Schedule F in civil service

Senate Democrats are joining efforts to advance a legislative ban on the reclassification of federal employees to an unprotected job class without the approval of Congress. This concept was first put forth by former Republican President Donald Trump, whose Schedule F plan would’ve excepted groups.

Urban decay: Chicago's refusal to prosecute crime leaves law enforcement

Chicago has a long history of being a hub for manufacturing and transportation. From its stockyards to its rail junctions, the Windy City is the route that joins the East and West Coasts. And although the “democratic machine,” otherwise known as the labor union mafia, has long ensured that Republicans will never hold any office.

Iranian President Raisi to visit China to shore up ties

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi will meet with his counterpart Xi Jinping during his three-day trip in China starting Tuesday, as the two U.S. rivals seek further cooperation. China's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying made the announcement Sunday, saying Raisi's visit was at Xi's invitation.

Immigrants Over 65 and Social Security Benefits

In certain cases, individuals who immigrate to the United States when they're age 65 or older may be entitled to draw Social Security benefits, just like any natural-born American citizen. In other cases, immigrants may only draw on their home country’s retirement programs.

New Cars Are Only for the Rich Now as Automakers Rake In Profits

A shiny new car in the driveway has been an emblem of middle-class prosperity for generations. But for the typical American family, it’s now a distant dream. The average monthly payment for a new car has soared to a record $777, nearly doubling from late 2019, according to Kelley Blue Book owner Cox Automotive.

National Archives misses deadline to give House info on Biden's classified docs

National Archives did not meet the Tuesday deadline to turn over requested materials to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability for its investigation into classified documents found in President Biden's home and former office. Driving the news: "The National Archives has not produced the requested documents".

New emails raise questions if Secret Service ‘protected’ Biden family

A trove of new emails raises new questions about whether the Secret Service “protected” the Biden family and obscured the agency’s alleged involvement in a police probe after Hunter Biden’s girlfriend ditched his gun in a trash can.

Trump lawyers expected to fight Pence subpoena on executive privilege grounds

Lawyers for former President Donald Trump are expected to fight the special counsel's subpoena of former Vice President Mike Pence on executive privilege grounds, according to a source familiar with the Trump legal team’s discussions.

This is the biggest threat to Black America. Hint: it’s not the police

Following the release of graphic body cam footage that showed the brutal beating of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols by five Memphis, TN, police officers, the left proceeded to do what it does best: capitalize on Black suffering.

Georgia Republicans Push Bill to Force Schools to Out Transgender Children

The Republican-controlled Georgia Senate is trying to pass legislation that would ban gender-affirming care for young people under the age of 18 experiencing gender dysphoria and force school staff to 'out' trans kids to their parents.

Biden warns of GOP plans for Medicare, Social Security cuts

When President Joe Biden suggested that Republicans want to slash Medicare and Social Security, the GOP howls of protest during his State of the Union address showcased a striking apparent turnaround for the party that built a brand for years trying to do just that.

Montana Bill Would Let Students Misgender Classmates

Montana schools would not be able to punish students who purposely misgender or deadname their transgender peers under a Republican-backed legislative proposal that opponents argue will increase bullying of children who are already struggling for acceptance.

Half in U.S. Say They Are Worse Off, Highest Since 2009

Reflecting on their personal financial situations, 35% of Americans say they are better off now than they were a year ago, while 50% are worse off. Since Gallup first asked this question in 1976, it has been rare for half or more of Americans to say they are worse off.

What the NBC News poll says about the state of Joe Biden's union

As President Joe Biden readies to deliver his State of the Union address, here's a look at how Americans rated him in the latest NBC News poll, released late last month. Biden's approval rating has stayed durable across NBC's polling since September, at either 44% or 45%.

Migrants turn NYC hotel into violent, drug-infested ‘free-for-all’: employee

Aonce-trendy Manhattan hotel has become a wild “free-for-all” of sex, drugs and violence after the city began housing migrants there, an employee claimed Tuesday. Row NYC worker Felipe Rodriguez — who told The Post earlier this month that migrants were throwing away “tons” of prepared food.

GOP critic dials up pressure on McConnell: ‘Tired of caving’

Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) says he is “tired of caving” on the debt limit and is dialing up the pressure on Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) not to swoop in to strike a last-minute deal with President Biden. Scott’s full-court press on McConnell is an extension of their battle last year over the leadership.

Hip-hop & Beyoncé almost saved the show until Grammys botched the ending

Fifty years of hip-hop, a record-breaking run by Beyoncé and a massive snub stopped the 65th Grammy Awards ceremony from turning music’s biggest night into its sleepiest during Sunday’s show at L.A.’s Crypto.com Arena. energy and excitement were in short supply.

I Helped Fact-Check the 1619 Project. The Times Ignored Me.

On August 19 of last year I listened in stunned silence as Nikole Hannah-Jones, a reporter for the New York Times, repeated an idea that I had vigorously argued against with her fact-checker: that the patriots fought the American Revolution in large part.

Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora's Box of Intersectional Demands

Until a few years ago, the idea of paying financial reparations to descendants of African slaves was dismissed as a fringe idea. Now a notion that President Barack Obama once rejected.

Homestead teacher confesses to having sex in classroom with 12-year-old, police say

An elementary school teacher in Homestead was charged Wednesday with having sex with one of his students. The relationship, police said the 13-year-old victim told them, was “romantic” after referring to him as her “boyfriend.”

Hunter Biden calls for criminal probe in aggressive new legal strategy

Attorneys for Hunter Biden on Wednesday asked state and federal agencies to investigate a computer repair shop owner, Rudy Giuliani and number of right-wing political figures involved in disseminating contents of his laptop.

There's a big twist to Hunter Biden's apartment application media ignored

In mid-January, a hullabaloo broke out about an application form Hunter Biden signed in 2018 to seek a rental in California. It listed the address on his driver's license as Joe Biden's house in Wilmington, Delaware.

China’s ‘clean heating’ policies may have saved thousands of lives: study

The implementation of “clean heating” policies has dramatically improved air quality in northern China — likely preventing about 23,000 premature deaths last year alone, a new study has found.

In Idaho, America’s first, and only, cobalt mine in decades is opening

The first — and only — cobalt mine in America in decades opened Friday in Idaho amid rising demand for the unique metal, a key component in electric vehicle batteries and battery storage.

Minerals and China’s Military Assistance in the DR Congo

China’s growing investments in the mining sector in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) allow it to demand special treatment. The Congolese army has been deployed several times to protect Chinese mining interests in the volatile east of the country.

If You Want a Car This Heavy, You Should Pay Through the Nose

On Sunday, President Joe Biden directed his megawatt grin toward a worthwhile cause: getting Americans to ditch their gas-powered cars. “On my watch, the great American road trip is going to be fully electrified,” he tweeted.

Colorado baker loses appeal over transgender birthday cake

The Colorado baker who won a partial U.S. Supreme Court victory after refusing to make a gay couple’s wedding cake because of his Christian faith lost an appeal Thursday in his latest legal fight.

How Do You Prosecute Trump and Not Biden (and Clinton)?

Presidents Trump and Biden along with Hillary Clinton share something in common. They each have possessed classified information at their residences. Of the three, only one has been the subject of wrath.

More Americans Killed by Guns Since 1968 Than in All U.S. Wars — Combined

More Americans have died from gunshots in the last 50 years than in all of the wars in American history. Since 1968, more than 1.5 million Americans have died in gun-related incidents, according to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Georgia Governor Kemp declares state of emergency in response

The governor of Georgia on Thursday issued a state of emergency order over continued protests in connection to a proposed Atlanta police training facility. The order from Governor Brian Kemp will last 15 days and includes the mobilization of 1,000 Georgia National Guards troops.

Democrats revel in the GOP's 'doozy' of an idea for a national sales tax

It’s a bill that is opposed by Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), unlikely to pass the GOP-controlled House of Representatives, and has approximately 0% chance of becoming law anytime soon.

Why California still has high gun violence despite strict firearms laws

Even the state with some of the strictest gun laws can't keep gun violence away from its borders. California has some of the most stringent gun laws in the country -- many of which were enacted.

Senate GOP pours cold water on idea of impeaching Biden

Senate Republicans are pouring cold water on the idea that President Biden’s classified documents controversy rises to the level of an impeachable offense, heading off House conservatives looking for revenge after former President Trump’s two trials.

Hawley introduces Pelosi Act banning lawmakers from trading stocks

Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) has introduced a bill that would ban members of Congress from trading and owning stocks, using the name of his legislation to take a jab at Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.). Hawley on Tuesday introduced the Pelosi Act.

Over 50% Of Liberal, White Women Under 30 Have A Mental Health Issue. Are We Worried Yet?

A 2020 Pew Research study reveals that over half of white, liberal women have been diagnosed with a mental health condition at some point. Does this mean there's a correlation between progressive ideas and mental health?

Former top FBI official Charles McGonigal arrested over ties to Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska

A former top FBI official in New York has been arrested over his ties to a Russian oligarch, law enforcement sources told ABC News Monday. Charles McGonigal, who was the special agent in charge of counterintelligence.

Hillary Clinton to hand her email server over to the FBI

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has directed her staff to turn over her private email server to the Department of Justice, the spokesman for Clinton's presidential campaign, Nick Merrill, told CBS News Tuesday.

LAPD chief bans police displays of ‘thin blue line’ flag

Los Angeles Police Department Chief Michel Moore has issued a ban on displaying the “thin blue line” flag at public events and station lobbies. The Saturday mandate comes in response to the flag’s divisive symbolism, with some believing.

Biden Can Raise the Debt Ceiling Without Congress

In 2013, the Republican House majority announced that it would block an increase in the statutory limit on the national debt unless the Democratically controlled Senate and President Barack Obama agreed to steep spending cuts of the House GOP’s choosing.

People should drink less coffee to combat climate change, study says

Canadian researchers analyzed coffee’s “contribution to climate change” in a piece published in early January and suggested people moderate their consumption of the popular drink as a part of the solution.

Why You Should Care about AI Political Bias

Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve written a bit about the troubling left-wing biases encoded into the widely discussed new AI technology ChatGPT. The new chatbot is happy to pen long, in-depth stories regarding any number of popular progressive fantasies.

How the CDC Became the Speech Police

Anthony Fauci, the federal government's most prominent authority on COVID-19, had his final White House press conference two days before Thanksgiving 2022. The event served as a send-off for the longserving director of the National Institute of Allergy.

Fact check: Biden did have the authority to declassify documents as vice president

The claim: Biden did not have the authority to declassify documents as vice president. A Jan. 12 Instagram reel (direct link, archived link) shows a clip of President Joe Biden answering a question from Fox News' Peter Doocy about a batch of classified documents.

San Fran committee suggests $5 million reparations for eligible Black residents

A San Francisco city committee has recommended paying each eligible Black resident $5 million worth of reparations. The fifteen-member San Francisco African American Reparations Advisory Committee, established in December 2020, submitted a Draft.

Here’s Why The Hunter Biden Corruption Story Is Worth Investigating, Chuck Todd

This weekend, NBC’s Chuck Todd and Republican Sen. Ron Johnson had a tense exchange over the importance of the Hunter Biden story. After whatabouting the issue for a bit, an agitated Todd asked: “Senator, do you have a crime that you think Hunter Biden committed?

Meet the Green Energy Group Behind the Study That's Driving Calls To Ban Gas Stoves

The green energy group behind a study cited in Consumer Product Safety commissioner Richard Trumka Jr.'s call to ban gas stoves has partnered with the Chinese government to implement an "economy-wide transformation" away from oil and gas.

Hunter Biden asks court to stop love child from taking his sullied surname

Hunter Biden asked a judge to deny his 4-year-old daughter from taking his surname — claiming it’s a lightning rod for criticism and would rob the child of a “peaceful existence.” The first son’s request on Jan. 6 came amid an ongoing paternity case against him in Independence, Ark.

Exclusive: Suspected Chinese spy targeted California politicians

A suspected Chinese intelligence operative developed extensive ties with local and national politicians, including a U.S. congressman, in what U.S. officials believe was a political intelligence operation run by China’s main civilian spy agency.

How ‘Yellowstone’ won over NYC fashion: ‘I want to be in Wyoming’

These boots are made for gawking. Hunter Shires, 25, didn’t mind a bit when the sound of his cowboy boots click-clacking on the Midtown pavement during a recent morning commute raised more than a few eyebrows.

Penn Biden Center where classified papers is a ‘dark money nightmare’

The Ivy League think tank where lawyers found classified materials linked to the Obama White House is a patronage mill for the Biden administration, raising suspicions among critics that its establishment attracted tens of millions in donations.

Don’t buy Biden’s ‘surprise’ — classified documents were moved at least twice

With the reported discovery of a second batch of highly classified documents connected to President Biden, the decisions of Attorney General Merrick Garland are fast moving from inexplicable to incomprehensible.

Penn Biden Center where classified papers were a ‘dark money nightmare’

The Ivy League think tank where lawyers found classified materials linked to the Obama White House is a patronage mill for the Biden administration, raising suspicions among critics.

Air Force Academy cadet, football player collapses, dies on way to class

Air Force Academy cadets, staff and faculty are in shock and mourning following the death of a cadet on Monday, according to a news release from the academy. Cadet 3rd Class Hunter Brown, 21, collapsed after leaving his dormitory on his way to class, officials said.

U.S. investigating FAA outage, cause not clear -Biden

President Joe Biden has ordered an investigation into an FAA system outage that grounded flights across the country Wednesday morning and said the cause of the failure was unknown. Biden told reporters at the White House he had spoken to Transportation Secretary.

DOJ reviewing potentially classified docs at Biden center

The Justice Department is reviewing a batch of potentially classified documents found in the Washington office space of President Joe Biden’s former institute, the White House said Monday.

Is McCarthy a lame-duck speaker already?

With House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) finally in possession of the speaker’s gavel after a grueling four days of voting, he and his allies are likely celebrating a hard-fought victory.

Analysis-Biden's New Border Plan Undercuts Campaign Vow to Restore Asylum Access

U.S. President Joe Biden's move this week to block migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border aims to reduce record crossings and shield him from Republican criticism but is a turn away from his campaign promise to restore access to asylum.

Joe Biden Wants to Change Social Security: Will the New Congress Help With Reform Efforts?

Social Security is in trouble, and President Biden believes he has the ideal plan to fix it. In November, nearly 66 million Americans, many of whom are aged 62 and over, received a Social Security benefit.

What the Feds Are Teaching in Diversity Training

Asking an Asian person for math help is a microaggression. Reverse racism does not exist. Men can get pregnant. Those are just a few of the lessons imparted to government workers in diversity trainings and presentations in 2021.

How long could Speaker battle drag on? 1856 offers a stark example

For the first time in 100 years, the contest for Speaker was not decided on the first ballot. Now, the chamber faces an uncertain path forward, and a congressional battle from years ago — all the way back in 1856 — lends insight into how long the tug-of-war over the Speaker’s gavel may last.

2 men charged in attacks on 4 Pierce County utility substations

Two Puyallup men have been charged in attacks at four Pierce County power substations that left thousands in the dark on Christmas. Matthew Greenwood, 32, and Jeremy Crahan, 40, are charged with conspiracy to damage energy facilities and possession of an unregistered firearm.

McCarthy releases House rules package, still short speaker votes

A proposed House rules package Republicans released late Sunday includes a few olive branches from Kevin McCarthy to Freedom Caucus members who have yet to commit to supporting him for speaker. The gestures from McCarthy include proposals to reduce to five the number of Republicans.

The January 6 Committee Dropped the Ball When It Failed to Call for Abolition of the Electoral College

he coup attempt that Donald Trump facilitated on January 6, 2021, was rooted in two threats to the fair functioning of democracy in the United States: Trump’s refusal to accept his defeat at the hands of the American electorate.

A pregnant mom crossed the Rio Grande decades ago to give her unborn child a better life.

Delia Ramirez walks toward the microphone determined to make her message heard. “It is time – it is past time that we deliver on the promise that we have made to our Dreamers,” she says.

Kerry Picket Filled in Today

Kerry Picket is a senior congressional reporter for The Washington Times and fill-in radio host at SiriusXM Patriot 125. She previously covered the hill at other DC-based outlets including the Daily Caller and the Washington Examiner.

Jonathan T. Gilliam Filled in Today

Jonathan T. Gilliam grew up in the Ozarks mountains of north Arkansas, and graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a BA double major in Political Science and Psychology. He began his career in service as a Police Officer just outside of Little Rock, Arkansas at Camp Robinson Police Department.

Jonathan T. Gilliam Filled in Today

Jonathan T. Gilliam grew up in the Ozarks mountains of north Arkansas, and graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a BA double major in Political Science and Psychology. He began his career in service as a Police Officer just outside of Little Rock, Arkansas at Camp Robinson Police Department.

Jonathan T. Gilliam Filled in Today

Jonathan T. Gilliam grew up in the Ozarks mountains of north Arkansas, and graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a BA double major in Political Science and Psychology.

It pays not to work in Biden’s America — and here’s the proof

Most Americans believe, as we do, in a reliable government safety net in America, so that when people fall on tough times or lose their jobs, their families will not go hungry, lose their homes or suffer deprivation.

This Hanukkah, we need a Jewish George Washington to fight for freedom

Hanukkah is a well-known holiday in America, but that’s pretty much only because it often falls close to Christmas. Within Judaism, it is not considered a major holiday, and it’s actually not a story even told in the Torah (Old Testament).

Millions to lose Medicaid coverage under Congress’ plan

Millions of people who enrolled in Medicaid during the COVID-19 pandemic could start to lose their coverage on April 1 if Congress passes the $1.7 trillion spending package leaders unveiled Tuesday.

Taxpayer Bill of Rights 8: The Right to Confidentiality

The Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TBOR) is a cornerstone document that highlights the 10 fundamental rights taxpayers have when dealing with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The IRS wants every taxpayer to be aware.

What made the cut in Congress’s 4,155-page, $1.7 trillion funding bill — and what didn’t

Congress is set to vote on a 4,155-page, $1.7 trillion government funding bill within days of its release this week. The omnibus funding package, made up of the 12 annual appropriations bills, will fund the government and its various agencies through the remainder of fiscal 2023.

Alabama Sen. Richard Shelby ranks No. 1 in earmarks, directs $551 million to home state

Congress restored earmarks to the federal budget this year, designating taxpayer dollars to specific projects in lawmakers’ districts, and Sen. Richard Shelby of Alabama used the practice more effectively than any other member.

CNN chief says ‘uninformed vitriol’ from left has been ‘stunning’

Chris Licht, who became CEO of CNN earlier this year, said he has been surprised by the “uninformed vitriol” directed at him from liberals as he attempts to shift the network’s editorial direction, in a series of interviews with The New York Times.

I won't make my kids sit on Santa's lap. Why we should all stop this trend

When my first (of soon-to-be five) kids met Santa, the bearded man reached out expectantly, nodding for me to hand him the toddler. I hesitated a bit, wondering if my kid would freak out as the few children in front of us in line had.

'Comply or it's going to be a serious backlash:' Activist demanding $800,000 for every black resident issues warning to California's reparations task force

An activist has warned California's reparations task force that there will be 'a serious backlash' if they do not comply with his demands for more than $800,000 to be handed out black residents,

'They ain't seen nothing yet': President Biden has accused oil companies of 'war profiteering' and threatened them with a new windfall tax. Will it help?

In the wake of scorching inflation and Russia’s war in Ukraine, major gas companies like Chevron and Exxon Mobil are raking in profits. And it’s got President Joe Biden hot under the collar.

Duke Children’s Hospital Denied 14-Year-Old Girl Kidney Transplant Over Covid Vaccine, Family Says

The Duke University children’s hospital is denying a young girl a kidney transplant because she has not received a COVID vaccine, her family says.Yulia Hicks, 14, has a genetic kidney disorder that requires a kidney transplant, but according to her family, Duke Children’s Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, is refusing.

People who skipped their COVID vaccine are at higher risk of traffic accidents, according to a new study

If you passed on getting the COVID vaccine, you might be a lot more likely to get into a car crash. Or at least those are the findings of a new study published this month in The American Journal of Medicine. During the summer of 2021, Canadian researchers examined the encrypted government-held records.

Warren, Welch press Pfizer CEO on COVID vaccine price hike

A pair of Democrats are pressing Pfizer about the company’s plans to raise the price of its COVID-19 vaccine. In a letter to Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt.), a senator-elect, slammed the move as “pure and deadly greed” and expressed concern it could result.

The DOJ created a pro-abortion task force to crack down on pro-lifers

The FBI’s recent flurry of activity against pro-life activists follows a little-noticed action by the Justice Department in July, creating a task force to defend abortion. The DOJ’s Reproductive Rights Task Force was announced on July 12 with the stated goal of “protect[ing] access to reproductive health care,” which means abortion.

Democrats Planning Another Public Rebuke Of Rep. Ilhan Omar

House Democrats are again considering a vote on a new resolution condemning anti-Semitism in response to recent comments by Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., that senior members of the party and Jewish groups say play on anti-Semitic tropes.

Federal Deficit Widened to a Record $249 Billion Last Month

The monthly federal deficit was a record-setting $249 billion in November, $57 billion wider than the same month last year, as Republican control of the House puts the government’s finances back in the political spotlight.

Some Hunter Biden allies making plans to go after his accusers

Hunter Biden’s friend and lawyer Kevin Morris was blunt in laying out his thoughts at a strategy session last September on an expected onslaught of investigations by House Republicans: It was crucial, Morris suggested, for Hunter Biden’s camp to be more aggressive.

AP Fact Check: 2014 photo wrongly used to hit Trump policies

Since the government acknowledged last month that the Trump administration had lost track of nearly 1,500 immigrant children, the debate over what that means and who is to blame has roiled Twitter. A look at the partisan claims and a reality check behind the latest immigration fight.

Ignoring Lessons Learned at Pearl Harbor

Eighty-one years ago today, Commander Mitsuo Fuchida was preparing to lead an airborne strike force of 49 "Kate" bombers, 40 torpedo bombers, 51 "Val" dive-bombers and 43 "Zeke" fighters on the first wave of an assault on Pearl Harbor.

The Fake, and Real, Domestic Terrorists

To hear the government tell it, a homeless guy who lived in the dilapidated basement of a vacuum repair shop with no running water is as much a danger to society as was Timothy McVeigh and the Tsarnaev brothers.

TSMC triples Arizona chip plant investment, Biden hails project

Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC (2330.TW) on Tuesday said it would more than triple its planned investment at its new Arizona plant to $40 billion, among the largest foreign investments in U.S. history, as President Joe Biden visited and hailed the project.

Matt Rosendale: Change in Washington starts with electing the right speaker

Nearly everyone who runs for federal office campaigns on the notion that Washington is broken. Year after year that message continues to resonate with the American people. Americans work hard to provide for their families, but the cost of living continues to climb along with tax rates.

FBI official tied to Hunter Biden censorship warned media

One of the FBI agents who briefed Facebook before the social network restricted The Post’s expose on Hunter Biden’s laptop in October 2020 declared in a meeting with Twitter and Homeland Security officials earlier this year that media needs to be “held accountable”.

Dr. Anthony Fauci’s idea of a good time? Hanging with his wife and daughters

By his own admission, Dr. Anthony Fauci is an “absolutely incorrigible workaholic” who routinely works 80 hours a week and is still running more than 3 miles a day at age 79. When Fauci’s children were young, however, he had an inviolable rule.

Gunfire that cut power to a North Carolina county was a selfish & cruel act

Gunfire that damaged two electric substations and left much of a central North Carolina county without power since Saturday was self-serving and brought misery to many, a mayor of a severely affected town says.

Senators pitch deal to protect ‘Dreamers,’ boost border security

Roughly 2 million "Dreamers" would get a path to citizenship in exchange for stronger border security measures under a loose blueprint for an immigration deal circulating among Senate offices.

79% say ‘truthful’ coverage of Hunter Biden’s laptop would have changed 2020 election

Nearly four of five Americans who’ve been following the Hunter Biden laptop scandal believe that “truthful” coverage would have changed the outcome of the 2020 presidential election, according to a new poll.

Racist rhetoric greets increasing population of Latino students in this Tennessee county

Sitting in the back of a packed room in the Hamilton County Schools administration complex, Clara fought the urge to leave. She had taken the day off from her factory job to be there but was nervous.

Commerce probe finds Chinese solar manufacturers dodged US tariffs

The Commerce Department has reached a preliminary determination that Chinese solar panel manufacturers illegally circumvented U.S. tariffs by shipping them through southeast Asian nations. A Commerce official confirmed on a call with reporters Friday morning that the investigation found four companies were engaged in circumvention.

Open letter from Nobel Laureates in support of economic recovery agenda

The American economy appears set for a robust recovery in part due to active government interventions over the past year and a half, including President Biden’s American Rescue Plan. But, reversing years of disinvestment in public goods and addressing the country’s long-term needs—including building toward sustainable and inclusive growth.

AOC Votes to Avoid Railroad Strike After Telling Workers to 'Stay Strong'

The House successfully voted Wednesday to pass legislation aimed at blocking a rail strike that President Joe Biden had warned could spur a "crippling" national shutdown. A vast majority of Democrats, 211, voted in favor of the resolution and were joined by 79 Republicans.

The Medical Community’s Reprehensible March Toward Segregated Medicine

The need for someone who “looks like me” has become part of the American psyche. There are tens of thousands of articles about how people of color need someone who “looks like them” if they are to be inspired – or even able to achieve. A lack of “people who look like me” is also used.

One Day of Warren Buffett Wealth Gains Could Cover Rail Workers’ Paid Sick Leave

Billionaire Warren Buffett, one of the wealthiest men in the world and the CEO of BNSF Railway’s parent company, saw his wealth jump by nearly $1.4 billion in a single day earlier this week.

Milo Yiannopoulos claims he set up Fuentes dinner ‘to make Trump’s life miserable’

As fallout from Donald Trump’s meeting with the white supremacist Nick Fuentes continues, a far-right activist has claimed the meeting was a set-up, meant to “make Trump’s life miserable”.

A Peek Inside the FBI’s Unprecedented January 6 Geofence Dragnet

THE FBI’S BIGGEST-EVER investigation included the biggest-ever haul of phones from controversial geofence warrants, court records show. A filing in the case of one of the January 6 suspects, David Rhine, shows that Google initially identified 5,723 devices as being in or near the US Capitol during the riot.

A Letter to the DeSantis Fan-Boys From a Real Never Trumper

In 2024, the chosen one will be Gov. Ron DeSantis. It has thus been decreed by the old-guard members of Conservative Inc. Or at least the ones calculating enough to have survived the MAGA takeover. Rupert has dubbed him DeFuture. Republican hedge fund donors have taken their Trump tax cut and run.

A Rising Star in the Biden Administration Faces a $100 Billion Test

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo was meeting with students at Purdue University in September when she spotted a familiar face. Raimondo beamed as she greeted the CEO of SkyWater Technology, a chip company that had announced plans to build a $1.8 billion manufacturing facility.

It’s not just Covid. Flu and RSV mean masks need to come back

Entering the holiday season last year, surging Covid-19 cases overwhelmed hospitals. This year, hospitals have been overwhelmed by a combination of Covid, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and the flu. Along with RSV, the record number of flu cases pushed pediatric hospitals.

Doubts emerge about the impartiality of DOJ special prosecutor unleashed on Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith, chosen for his supposed nonpartisan qualifications to handle criminal probes of former President Donald Trump, is nevertheless linked to an anti-conservative scheme and pro-Democratic pursuits.

Kerry Picket Filled in Today

Senior Congressional Reporter for The Washington Times

Colorado police prioritize proper pronouns, names of shooting victims

When the names of those shot to death in a Colorado Springs LGBTQ bar were read at a police news conference Monday, one thing stood out from the procedure that has become routine in a nation plagued by mass shootings.

Trump Special Counsel Jack Smith's Connection to Michelle Obama Explained