Politics

On February 5, 2025, Vice President J.D. Vance addressed the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Summit in Washington, D.C., emphasizing the Trump administration's dedication to upholding religious liberty both domestically and internationally. He criticized previous U.S. engagements that funded non-governmental organizations promoting atheism abroad, stating, "That is not what leadership on protecting the rights of the faithful looks like, and it ends with this administration."

On February 4, 2025, the Spokane Valley City Council unanimously voted to initiate legal action against Councilmember Al Merkel to enforce adherence to the Washington State Public Records Act. This decision stems from allegations that Merkel failed to properly archive communications related to city business conducted on his personal social media accounts, particularly on the platform Nextdoor.

On February 5, 2025, Representatives Rob Wittman (R-Va.) and Eugene Vindman (D-Va.) introduced the Support Military Families Act, aiming to exempt military spouses employed by the federal government from the recent return-to-office mandate. This legislation addresses concerns arising from President Donald Trump's executive action requiring federal employees to resume in-person work.

On Thursday, February 6, 2025, Senate Majority Leader John Thune is scheduled to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the U.S. Capitol. Thune aims to reinforce the strong alliance between the United States and Israel and to discuss strategies for advancing peace initiatives in the Middle East.

On February 5, 2025, officials in Florida's Lee County voted unanimously to eliminate fluoride from the county's water supply. This decision aligns with Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo's recent recommendations to discontinue water fluoridation statewide.

Xaviaer DuRousseau, a former Black Lives Matter activist, has launched a new show, Respectfully, Xaviaer, with PragerU. Using his firsthand experience from both sides of the political spectrum, he brings a unique perspective to discussions on pop culture and politics. In a recent interview, DuRousseau shared his journey from liberal activism to becoming a leading conservative voice.

Authorities in Pennsylvania are investigating a massive egg heist after 100,000 organic eggs, valued at $40,000, were stolen from Pete and Gerry's Organics in Greencastle over the weekend.Authorities in Pennsylvania are investigating a massive egg heist after 100,000 organic eggs, valued at $40,000, were stolen from Pete and Gerry's Organics in Greencastle over the weekend.

The U.S. Postal Service has reversed its decision to stop accepting inbound mail and packages from China and Hong Kong, announcing Wednesday that deliveries will continue despite initial disruptions.

Activists gathered in downtown Chicago today, urging U.S. Senators to push back against President Donald Trump’s executive orders and appointments.

A legendary piece of American maritime history, the SS United States, will soon leave its longtime home where it resides at Philadelphia’s Navy Yard to become part of the world’s largest artificial reef.