School Faces Lawsuit After Refusing Biblical Classroom Display

November 11, 2025

Bible Church Christianity — Bible (Tim Wildsmith/Unsplash)

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against the Galveston Independent School District after its school board refused to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms, violating state law.

Texas State Senator Mayes Middleton provided displays of the Ten Commandments to the school district after the law took effect on September 1. “Upon receipt of the donation from Sen. Middleton, Galveston ISD was required to display the Ten Commandments in the public schools which they administer. Despite knowing they were now legally required to display the Ten Commandments in all classrooms, the Trustees of Galveston ISD voted on October 22, 2025, to flout S.B. 10 and refused, and continue to refuse, to display the Ten Commandments in accordance with State law,” the lawsuit says.

“America is a Christian nation, and it is imperative that we display the very values and timeless truths that have historically guided the success of our country,” Paxton said in a statement. “By refusing to follow the law, Galveston ISD chose to both blatantly ignore the Legislature and also ignore the legal and moral heritage of our nation.”

“There is no valid legal basis to prevent Texas schools from honoring a foundational framework of our laws,” he added, “especially under the misconception that a ‘separation of church and state’ phrase appears in the Constitution. It does not.”

In October, Paxton issued a formal legal advisory on the implementation of the Ten Commandments law, directing school districts to comply with Senate Bill 10, noting that eleven districts have chosen to challenge the law.

“A federal judge in San Antonio has temporarily halted SB 10’s enforceability only in the eleven districts that are parties to the litigation. All other school districts in Texas are currently required to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms in accordance with state law,” the advisory says.

Police on the Hunt for Train Stabber in Blue City

November 11, 2025

Chicago police are looking for a man who allegedly stabbed a woman on a train platform near the University of Illinois-Chicago.

The victim’s age remains unconfirmed, as some reports say it is “unknown,” although Fox News reports the woman was 27. The man, described as a Black male about 6 feet tall, allegedly stabbed her in the chest.

The incident mirrors the death of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska, who was killed on a Charlotte train in August.

Following Zarutska’s death, President Donald Trump released a video statement condemning the policies within Democrat-run cities enabling the activities contributing to her passing.

“For far too long, Americans have been forced to put up with Democrat-run cities that set loose savage, bloodthirsty criminals to prey on innocent people. And they’ve adopted a policy of catch and release for thugs and killers. In Charlotte, North Carolina, we saw the results of these policies when a 23-year-old woman who came here from Ukraine, met her bloody end on a public train,” Trump said, adding, “We cannot allow a depraved criminal element of violent repeat offenders to continue spreading destruction and death throughout our country. We have to respond with force and strength. We have to be vicious, just like they are. It’s the only thing they understand.”

“Twenty-four of the top 25 most dangerous cities in America are run by Democrat mayors. 50 people were murdered in Chicago in recent weeks with hundreds being shot,” President Trump said. “And it’s time to stop this madness.”

Court Pauses Rule Protecting Americans on the Roads

November 11, 2025

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia issued a stay against the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) rules on illegal immigrant truck drivers, allowing them to remain on highways.

“The purpose of this administrative stay is to give the court sufficient opportunity to consider the emergency motions for stay pending review and should not be construed in any way as a ruling on the merits of those motions,” the order reads.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy directed the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to audit all states’ issuance of non‑domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CDL).

The rules require that CDL applicants provide an unexpired foreign passport and a valid work visa, and licenses must expire no later than the driver’s legal status in the U.S. Those in the country illegally are no longer eligible.

The policy aims to protect American citizens, as the Department of Homeland Security announced that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is seeking the arrest of an illegal immigrant serving as a truck driver in California who killed three people during a DUI accident. Jashanpreet Singh, an Indian national, was arrested by San Bernardino County officials on charges of vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and driving under the influence. He was released into the country under the Biden administration upon first entering the United States in 2022.

News of the arrest detainer followed Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier filing a lawsuit against California and Washington in the Supreme Court, alleging the states’ granting of Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) to illegal immigrants has endangered U.S. citizens.

Lawmakers Push to Honor WWII Nurses

November 11, 2025

Lawmakers, joined by retired military nurses, have revived efforts to award World War II nurses with congressional honors.

A coalition of retired nurses and others has urged that the Congressional Gold Medal be awarded to all nurses who served during wartime. The groups know of five World War II nurses who are still living, according to the Associated Press.

In August, Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), joined by Rep. Chris Deluzio (D-PA), Senator Daines (R-MT), and Senator Baldwin (D-WI), reintroduced legislation to award the women who served in World War II as members of the United States Army Nurse Corps and the United States Navy Nurse Corps.

“Nurses served under fire in field hospitals and evacuation hospitals across 6 continents, on hospital trains and ships, and as flight nurses on medical transport planes. Several nurses were killed in action when their ships were torpedoed or field hospitals were bombed. Some even entered into combat areas as flight nurses to retrieve the wounded, and 2 groups were captured as prisoners of war by the Japanese,” the legislation says.

Detailing the numerous efforts of the nurses, the bill adds, “Thanks largely to the efforts of these nurses, fewer than 4 percent of the American soldiers who received medical care in the field or underwent evacuation died from wounds or disease.”

“The United States is eternally grateful to the nurses of the Army and Navy Nurse Corps for their bravery and dedication to their patients through World War II,” the legislation further states, “which saved lives and made significant contributions to the defeat of the Axis powers.”

Trump Fights ‘Hoax’ Verdict in E. Jean Carroll Case

November 11, 2025

President Donald Trump’s legal team is urging the Supreme Court to overturn a civil lawsuit verdict finding he sexually abused writer E. Jean Carroll.

The filing asserts that Carroll’s claims are a “politically motivated hoax,” the Associated Press reports. The filing goes on to accuse Judge Lewis Kaplan of twisting federal evidence to prop up Carroll’s “implausible, unsubstantiated assertions.”

“President Trump has clearly and consistently denied that this supposed incident ever occurred,” Trump attorney Justin Smith and his co-counsel wrote. “No physical or DNA evidence corroborates Carroll’s story. There were no eyewitnesses, no video evidence, and no police report or investigation.”

“Instead, Carroll waited more than 20 years to falsely accuse Donald Trump, who she politically opposes, until after he became the 45th president, when she could maximize political injury to him and profit for herself,” the filing adds. “Notably, Carroll’s allegations are a story that precisely matches the plotline from an episode of one of admittedly her favorite TV shows, ‘Law & Order.’”

In September, a federal appeals court in New York upheld a civil judgment directing President Trump to pay $83.3 million to Carroll.

“We conclude that Trump has failed to identify any grounds that would warrant reconsidering our prior holding on presidential immunity. We also conclude that the district court did not err in any of the challenged rulings and that the jury’s damages awards are fair and reasonable,” the judges wrote, adding, “We hold that the district court did not err in any of the challenged rulings and that the jury’s duly rendered damages awards were reasonable in light of the extraordinary and egregious facts of this case.”

Chinese Diplomat Threatens Japanese PM’s Life Over Taiwan Remarks

November 11, 2025

Japan flag — Japanese flag (Fumiaki Hayashi/Unsplash)

A serious diplomatic conflict has flared between Japan and China after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warned that a Chinese invasion of Taiwan could create a “survival-threatening” situation for Japan. Her remarks implied Japan could activate its Self-Defense Forces in response—an unprecedented public stance signaling a more assertive regional security posture.

In retaliation, Xue Jian, China’s Consul General in Osaka, issued an inflammatory statement online threatening Takaichi’s life. “That filthy neck that barged in on its own—I’ve got no choice but to cut it off without a moment’s hesitation,” he wrote in a post that was later deleted. The comments sparked outrage in Tokyo and were immediately condemned by Japan’s government.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara labeled the threat “extremely inappropriate” and confirmed Japan has formally protested to Beijing. He also requested that China take disciplinary measures against the diplomat involved.

Beijing has yet to indicate whether any action will be taken against Xue. Instead, China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs doubled down, calling Takaichi’s Taiwan-related comments “wrongful and dangerous,” accusing Japan of violating the “One China” principle and interfering in internal Chinese affairs.

The escalation comes at a time of growing regional instability, with the Taiwan Strait increasingly viewed as a geopolitical flashpoint. Japan’s strategic alignment with the United States and its shift toward a more proactive defense policy has drawn harsh criticism from Beijing, which views such moves as containment efforts.

The incident highlights the rising risks of diplomatic fallout as Asian powers adopt hardened positions over Taiwan and broader regional security.

Senator Rand Paul Halts Spending Bill Over Hemp Language as Shutdown Looms

November 11, 2025

Rand Paul (2) — Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) (Photo by Samuel Corum/Getty Images)

Senator Rand Paul (R‑Ky.) is blocking progress on the latest government funding package, citing a disputed hemp‑product provision, potentially extending the shutdown deadline. The Senate agreed to break a filibuster on the original House‑passed measure, yet the procedural path to final passage cannot advance without resolving Paul’s concern.

Senator Paul voted no on a cloture test motion required to proceed to the funding bill because the package includes language he views as harmful to Kentucky hemp farmers and small businesses.

The provision in question restricts the sale of “intoxicating hemp‑based” products at convenience stores and small retailers; it preserves non‑intoxicating CBD products but would close a loophole Paul says is vital to Kentucky industry.

Because the Senate broke the filibuster on the initial text, the next step is a substitute amendment that replaces that text with the updated spending package. Senate rules require a waiting period before filing cloture on the substitute, delaying action until at least Thursday under current scheduling.

If Paul does not relent, the delay risks pushing final passage into next week. The House would then need to act before the funding deadline to avoid a deeper shutdown or partial government defunding.

From a policy perspective, this standoff reveals broader tensions: one, the question of procedural delays by a single senator in the context of a broad bipartisan funding deal; two, the balance between industry‑specific policy concerns (hemp regulation) and the broader imperative to keep government operational; and three, how procedural rules in the Senate can enable individual holds or objections to delay must‑pass legislation.

California’s Data Center Boom Hits Power Supply Wall

November 11, 2025

instruction — Artificial Intelligence (Igor Omilaev/Unsplash)

Several data‑centers in California, built for the AI era, stand idle because local utilities are unable to provide sufficient electricity, highlighting broader risks to the U.S. power grid as demand surges.

Shells of data‑centers in Santa Clara, California, remain unpowered because the municipal utility Silicon Valley Power (SVP) cannot meet their massive energy needs. The predicament comes as the state phases out reliable baseload sources like coal and natural gas, while expanding tech‑industry power demands and depending heavily on electricity imports.

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), data‑center expansion and on‑shore manufacturing are major drivers of rising power demand nationwide. California now ranks among the highest in the nation for electricity prices and energy import dependence.

Industry experts say the combination of premium power demands located near population hubs and constrained utility infrastructure means some data‑centers cannot physically be brought online on schedule. “There are portions of data‑center demand that need to be as close as possible to population centers… they can’t bring it online because there’s constraints on power.” — Bill Dougherty, executive VP for data‑center solutions.

The situation carries broader implications: increasing risks of power instability as states push aggressive climate‑and‑energy transitions. One commentator noted that tech‑industry commitments to phasing out fossil‑fuel‑based power have indirectly contributed to today’s supply shortfalls.

For policymakers, several issues stand out: whether infrastructure investment keeps pace with new demand; how grid reliability is balanced with emissions goals; and how states manage power import dependence during peak demand growth. The California case offers a cautionary example for other regions accelerating data‑center permitting alongside energy transitions.

Oral Weight‑Loss Pills Ready by March 2026 to Replace GLP‑1 Injections

November 11, 2025

Oral weight-loss medications are expected to enter the market by March 2026, potentially replacing GLP-1 injection treatments like Ozempic and Wegovy. According to Dr. Mehmet Oz, now serving as head of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, these pills will be priced around $150 per month, offering a lower-cost and more convenient alternative to current injection-based therapies.

Speaking on Fox Business’s “Mornings with Maria,” Dr. Oz explained that pharmaceutical companies are rapidly advancing oral formulations of GLP-1 drugs. While emphasizing that diet and exercise remain essential, he noted that the pill would serve as an important tool for individuals struggling to lose weight through lifestyle changes alone. He also highlighted the potential national impact, projecting the U.S. could lose more than 135 million pounds over the next year if the medications are widely adopted.

The Trump administration, through Medicare policy updates, has been working to lower the costs of weight-loss drugs, including the injectable GLP-1 options. That initiative is expected to help make the upcoming oral drugs more accessible as well. Companies such as Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly are preparing oral versions—Eli Lilly’s “Orforglipron” among them—while also cutting the prices of their current GLP-1 injectables.

While the pills are being promoted as a convenient and cheaper alternative, healthcare experts continue to emphasize the importance of lifestyle interventions. Questions remain about how Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance plans will cover the pills, how the treatment will be administered, and whether the convenience of oral options will improve patient adherence.

As the market shifts from injections to pills, this development may reshape obesity treatment across the healthcare system. Policy decisions over coverage, pricing, and accessibility will be key factors in determining the broader impact on public health and federal healthcare spending.

University of Maryland Sanctuary Campus Demand Sparks Legal Clash

November 11, 2025

ICE reporting bill — Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers (Photo by Bryan Cox/U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement via Getty Images)

Student activists at the University of Maryland are demanding the school sever all ties with federal immigration enforcement, calling for a “sanctuary campus” designation. A coalition of left-wing groups led by the university’s Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA) is pushing a petition that seeks to bar U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from campus grounds and stop all university cooperation with immigration authorities.

The petition outlines several demands: a public commitment to non-cooperation with ICE, restoration of a previously removed Immigrant and Undocumented Student Life Office website, and immediate community alerts whenever ICE is on campus. The push follows the university’s response to a congressional inquiry regarding Chinese student enrollment and the quiet rebranding of its diversity office.

Supporting organizations include UMD Students for Justice in Palestine, UMD College Democrats, Indigenous at UMD, and United Academics of Maryland. The coalition claims the university’s actions have chilled immigrant student engagement and created a hostile environment. They are pressing for policy changes regardless of potential legal or financial repercussions.

Nick Cosgrove of YDSA stated the goal is to ensure students feel protected from what he called an “unjust system.” Professor Jade Olson from United Academics of Maryland argued that fear of enforcement undermines classroom learning and called the sanctuary designation “morally and practically” essential.

The petition concedes that the university could face loss of federal grants and the potential for increased federal presence on campus if it complies. Federal law requires institutions to cooperate with enforcement requests in certain circumstances, creating a legal challenge for schools that adopt sanctuary policies.

The move raises broader questions about university governance, the role of political activism in campus administration, and compliance with federal law. As similar efforts spread across the country, university leaders face pressure to choose between ideological demands and their legal obligations.