The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is facing intense scrutiny after a former employee slammed the agency's emphasis on equity, alleging it has led to politicized disaster response. The criticism comes on the heels of a disturbing incident in which a FEMA official instructed workers to avoid homes displaying Trump signs during relief efforts following a hurricane.
Former Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Acting Director Dr. Richard Besser suggested that optional vaccination standards violate a "social contract."
President-elect Donald Trump has signaled a robust approach to illegal immigration, reportedly preparing to declare a national emergency to address the issue. Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton shared on Truth Social, "Reports are the incoming @RealDonaldTrump administration prepared to declare a national emergency and will use military assets to reverse the Biden invasion through a mass deportation program," to which president-election Donald Trump responded, "TRUE!!!"
A recent report revealed that 149,000 federal employees collectively owe $1.5 billion in unpaid federal taxes, sparking outrage among Republican lawmakers. The audit, conducted by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, also highlighted that more than 5,800 IRS employees and contractors are responsible for nearly $50 million of this debt.
Guatemalan Congressman Héctor Aldana, of the conservative Vamos party, made a bold statement this week by wearing a red pro-Trump hat during a Congressional session to celebrate U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s victory.
A Spanish teacher at Cerritos High School in California reportedly walked out of class and accused a student of committing a “hate crime” for wearing a Make America Great Again (MAGA) shirt.
Pope Francis has sparked controversy among Catholics by appointing pro-LGBT Father Roberto Pasolini as the preacher of the Papal Household. Father Pasolini replaces Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa, who held the role for 44 years.
Hope Walz, the 23-year-old daughter of Democrat Tim Walz, who lost his bid for Vice President alongside Kamala Harris, went viral for her post-election tirade against American voters who supported President-elect Donald Trump and Senator JD Vance.
Chicago residents are expressing mounting frustration with Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Democratic leadership, citing issues like surging crime, mismanagement of funds, and neglect of citizens in favor of policies benefiting illegal immigrants.
