The Illinois House of Representatives, led by Democrats, has passed House Bill 3637, aiming to ensure continued access to abortion medication, specifically mifepristone, regardless of potential federal restrictions.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), under the leadership of Secretary Kristi Noem, is doubling down on efforts to root out internal leakers by utilizing lie-detector tests, including on top officials. The agency confirmed it is “unapologetic” in its approach, citing national security concerns as justification for polygraph exams on personnel regardless of their status or tenure.
New Jersey police officers are now barred from arresting individuals solely based on an “Outstanding Administrative Warrant” from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), under the state’s Immigrant Trust Directive. A recent internal email from New Jersey State Police Superintendent Col. Patrick J. Callahan clarified that contacting ICE using provided phone numbers is also prohibited for New Jersey State Police employees.
Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN), the only Ukrainian-born member of Congress, defied party advisors last weekend and attended multiple town halls despite organized protests over her vocal support for President Donald Trump and controversial views on the war in Ukraine. Instead of backing down, Spartz faced tough questions from constituents, many frustrated by her changing stance on U.S. support for her native country.
North Carolina’s local governments will receive approximately $1.3 billion from national opioid settlements, following a new agreement announced Monday between Pennsylvania-based pharmaceutical firm Mylan and 15 states. The latest deal, valued at up to $335 million, includes as much as $9 million for North Carolina to be paid over the next nine years.
Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser says President Donald Trump’s planned military parade must come with “millions and millions of dollars” for road repairs if tanks and other heavy military equipment roll through the streets of the nation’s capital. The parade is reportedly scheduled for June 14, marking both the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army and Trump’s 79th birthday.
The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) has declared it will not comply with new Title IX rules under President Donald Trump’s administration that would prohibit biological males from competing in female sports. Citing state inclusion laws, WIAA officials claim that enforcing the federal mandate would violate current Washington state statutes.
House Republicans are preparing to question Dr. Kevin O’Connor, President Joe Biden’s longtime personal physician, over what they allege was a coordinated effort to conceal the president’s cognitive decline during his time in office. The investigation, spearheaded by Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX), aims to uncover whether the White House doctor played a role in maintaining the illusion of Biden’s mental fitness.
Top officials from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) say millions of illegal migrants released under former President Joe Biden’s border policies have now entered the United States' welfare and election systems. In a startling revelation, DOGE officials confirmed that many of these individuals were issued Social Security numbers and some even cast ballots in the 2024 election.
Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis is refusing to back down amid mounting legal challenges over the massive American flags flying over his company’s RV dealerships. Multiple municipalities have issued fines, filed lawsuits, and cited code violations, but Lemonis insists the flags will remain—a bold stand for patriotism and personal liberty.
