California State University Professor Indicted for Assaulting ICE Agents

September 9, 2025

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A California State University Channel Islands professor has been indicted on felony charges for allegedly assaulting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers during a July protest in Camarillo. Federal prosecutors say Jonathan Anthony Caravello threw a tear gas canister at agents during a raid on a cannabis farm, escalating what began as a large-scale immigration enforcement operation into a violent confrontation.

Caravello, a 37-year-old lecturer in mathematics and philosophy, initially faced misdemeanor charges. A federal grand jury has now elevated those charges to felony assault on a federal officer, a crime that carries a penalty of up to 20 years in prison. He was released on a $15,000 bond and is awaiting arraignment. The indictment cites 18 U.S. Code § 111, which criminalizes physical attacks against federal officers performing their duties.

According to prosecutors, protesters attempted to block ICE agents during the July 10 raid, using both their bodies and vehicles to interfere. Agents deployed tear gas to disperse the crowd. Caravello allegedly retrieved one of the canisters and hurled it back at officers. Witnesses say he then left the scene, changed clothes, and returned. Supporters dispute this account, claiming Caravello was only trying to move a canister away from a disabled protester in a wheelchair.

The case has sparked controversy within the university community. Colleagues and activist groups describe Caravello as a peaceful protester and accuse federal authorities of excessive prosecution. The university itself has issued no direct comment, saying only that it will respect the ongoing legal process. Federal prosecutors, however, insist the professor’s actions amounted to an assault on law enforcement officers carrying out their lawful duties.

The indictment underscores the rising tensions between immigration enforcement operations and activist groups across California. While defenders frame the case as an issue of free speech and protest rights, federal officials argue that violence against officers cannot be excused under the banner of activism.

Peter Navarro Demands DOJ Explain Appeal Withdrawal in Contempt Case

September 9, 2025

Peter Navarro, now serving as Senior Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing under President Trump’s second administration, has filed legal motions demanding that the Department of Justice explain its sudden decision to stop defending his 2023 criminal contempt conviction. Navarro previously held a similar advisory role during President Trump’s first term and was convicted under the Biden administration after refusing to comply with a congressional subpoena issued by the House January 6 Committee.

On August 28, 2025, the DOJ—still led by appointees from the previous administration—formally notified the D.C. Circuit Court that it would no longer argue in support of Navarro’s conviction. Instead, the department asked the court to appoint an outside lawyer, or amicus curiae, to continue the appeal. No legal justification for the department’s reversal was provided.

In response, Navarro filed a motion on September 6 asking the court to compel the DOJ to explain its actions. His legal team emphasized that when the Executive Branch reverses its legal position in a high-profile, constitutionally significant case, it has a responsibility to provide transparency and a clear legal rationale. Navarro argues that the DOJ’s silence undermines public trust and judicial integrity.

The case centers on Navarro’s claim of executive privilege, which he asserts protected him from compelled testimony during his service in the White House. Navarro maintains that the Biden-era prosecution failed to properly account for the constitutional protections afforded to senior presidential advisers. His current legal filings suggest that the DOJ’s abandonment of the appeal could severely weaken those protections for future administrations.

Navarro’s attorneys further argue that without an explanation, the DOJ’s decision risks establishing a dangerous precedent. They warn that executive privilege could be subject to political whims rather than legal consistency, eroding the separation of powers and endangering future White House counsel in both Republican and Democratic administrations.

The Justice Department has not issued any public comment in response to Navarro’s demands.

Housing Market Crisis Crushing the American Dream, Expert Warns

September 9, 2025

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A top real estate executive is sounding the alarm over what he calls a long-running housing emergency that is threatening the core of the American Dream. Dan Coakley, principal at PMG Affordable and former Lehman Brothers executive, warned that hopelessness is spreading as rising housing costs and limited supply push ownership out of reach for millions of Americans.

Median rents have increased 21% while household incomes have only risen 2%, Coakley told Fox Business. He noted that nearly 40% of American households are now spending more than 30% of their take-home pay on housing—well above what financial experts consider sustainable. He called on the White House to take the lead in declaring housing a national emergency and to prioritize reforms that would restore affordability.

The 2025 State of the Nation’s Housing report by Harvard confirms a severe market downturn. Home sales have dropped to their lowest level in over 30 years. High interest rates, record home prices, surging property taxes, and elevated insurance costs have made buying a home nearly impossible for working families.

In response to growing public pressure, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the Trump administration is considering declaring a national housing emergency this fall. That declaration would allow for new federal responses, potentially including regulatory relief, expanded homeownership incentives, or support for local zoning reforms.

Conservatives argue that heavy-handed government interference and decades of restrictive zoning laws have worsened the crisis. Others point to inflation, federal spending, and corporate consolidation of the housing market as major drivers of unaffordability. Regardless of the cause, families are struggling—and the dream of owning a home, once considered a cornerstone of American life, is fading for a new generation.

The crisis is more than economic—it threatens the very idea that hard work and faith can provide security and independence. Without immediate action rooted in conservative, pro-family values, a generation may grow up believing that the American Dream is no longer within reach.

College Students Turn to Porn as OnlyFans Surges on Campuses

September 9, 2025

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Facing soaring tuition and living expenses, a growing number of college students are turning to OnlyFans and other online pornography platforms to earn fast money. The trend reveals a troubling shift in campus culture, where adult content creation is no longer taboo—but increasingly seen as a legitimate source of income.

The average annual cost of college now sits around $38,270. As traditional job opportunities fail to keep pace with inflation, many students view online sex work as a quick solution. OnlyFans alone has grown from roughly 350,000 creators in 2019 to over 4.1 million by 2023, with students making up a noticeable portion of new accounts.

Documented cases show the dangers behind the money. One student featured in the documentary Lonely Fans admitted she now sleeps with a knife beside her bed due to threats from unstable subscribers. Others reported being stalked or publicly confronted by followers. These risks are often downplayed in media narratives that glamorize sex work.

Psychologists warn that participation in adult content creation carries long-term emotional and psychological consequences. Jonathan Alpert, a New York psychotherapist, noted that performers often develop anxiety, depression, or shame, especially when explicit content circulates beyond intended audiences. Job opportunities post-graduation may also be limited, as many employers refuse to hire individuals with a public online sex work history.

Beyond individual risk, the trend represents a broader cultural shift on college campuses. Activities once viewed as immoral are increasingly normalized, signaling a breakdown of traditional values. Some universities turn a blind eye or treat OnlyFans activity as just another side hustle. Few offer moral guidance or resources for students seeking alternatives.

This shift in student behavior underscores the need for stronger faith-based leadership, parental engagement, and institutional accountability.

Northwestern’s Qatar Pact Silences Criticism of Regime

September 9, 2025

Northwestern University’s contract with the Qatar Foundation explicitly requires all associated individuals—students, faculty, staff, family, contractors—to comply with Qatari laws and uphold the country’s cultural, religious, and social customs. Courts and scholars highlight that Qatar criminalizes dissent; public criticism of its government, flag, or policies can result in severe penalties.

During an August 5 interview with the House Committee on Education and Workforce, outgoing Northwestern President Michael Schill acknowledged the university must adhere to Qatar’s laws. When pressed whether that includes Qatari censorship regulations, Schill admitted, “I don’t know the answer to that as a legal matter.” He also said he had “no idea” whether Northwestern faculty or students “would be allowed… to publicly criticize the regime.”

This revelation raises serious questions about academic freedom. Qatar’s legal framework has demonstrated censorship: A media manager for the 2022 World Cup received a five‑year prison sentence after voicing concerns about migrant worker treatment. Similarly, a Northwestern Qatari campus student was reportedly arrested over a tweet.

Northwestern first opened its Qatar campus (NU‑Q) in 2008. Qatar has since provided approximately $737 million, funding the Doha campus’s costs and providing limited benefits to the U.S. campus’s programs and endowment.

Brooklyn School Sparks Outrage Over Palestinian Flag Display

September 9, 2025

A Brooklyn public high school is under fire after prominently displaying a large Palestinian flag in a main hallway for several months. Jewish teachers and students say the flag’s placement creates a hostile learning environment and accuse the school of pushing a political message in violation of city education policy.

The flag hangs in Leaders High School, located in the Lafayette Educational Complex in Gravesend. According to Moshe Spern, president of United Jewish Teachers, the flag has been up since at least April 2025. Jewish staff began raising concerns before the end of the last school year. Their repeated objections have reportedly gone unanswered.

Spern said the flag’s display “makes Jewish stakeholders really uncomfortable” and described it as “clearly a political statement.” He emphasized that the issue isn’t about flags in general, but the deliberate placement of this particular flag in a prominent location. Teachers have argued that such displays violate Department of Education rules that prohibit political messaging inside public schools.

The New York City Department of Education responded by defending the decision. A spokesperson said the Palestinian flag is one of twenty national flags representing the school’s diverse student body and that the school honors all flag requests. Photos provided by the DOE show several other flags displayed, though it remains unclear whether an Israeli flag is included.

The DOE also stated it had not received any formal complaints. However, Spern disputed this, saying Jewish staff and parents feel ignored. He warned that the ongoing presence of the Palestinian flag is making Jewish students feel unsafe and disrespected, especially given the tense geopolitical context surrounding Israel and Palestine.

Leaders High School, part of a larger education complex, has not issued a direct statement addressing the controversy. Jewish families and educators have called for the immediate removal of the flag or for equal representation if flags are to be displayed at all.

This dispute highlights ongoing tensions in public education over cultural and political expression, particularly when it intersects with religious identity and safety.

Blatant Hypocrisy: Jen Psaki Pedals Conspiracy Theories About Trump’s Health

September 8, 2025

Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki peddled conspiracy theories about President Donald Trump’s health after he went about a week without an official event.

“He had been basically absent from the public eye since last Tuesday,” Psaki said on MSNBC’s The Briefing. She claimed Trump was “hiding,” and added, “We may never know why Donald Trump suddenly spent a week hiding entirely from the American public.”

Psaki was amplifying wild online rumors that Trump was secretly ill—or even dead. The president, however, brushed off the nonsense, telling reporters he was “very active over the weekend.” In reality, Trump continues to engage with the press more often than any modern president.

By the end of June 2024, Joe Biden had managed only 168 press conferences. Trump, by contrast, spoke to reporters 129 times in his first 100 days of his second term—far outpacing Biden, according to presidential scholar Martha Joynt Kumar.

Psaki’s shift is glaring. As Biden’s press secretary, she dismissed every concern about his cognitive decline, insisting he was so sharp that “he’s hard to keep up with.” Now, she spins baseless theories about Trump to distract from Biden’s record of ducking the press.

“You really can’t make this stuff up sometimes,” Psaki said. She’s right—but she certainly tries.

Congress Secures Epstein Estate Documents

September 8, 2025

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The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform received documents from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate following its issuing of a subpoena to the estate’s executors.

The committee requested information and records that could be “reasonably construed to be a potential list of clients involved in sex, sex acts, or sex trafficking facilitated by Mr. Jeffrey Epstein,” the subpoena read. The subpoena also requested documents related to “missed call logs or missed visitor logs” as well as connections to his “Black Book.”

An aide to the committee provided Just the News with a statement on the matter: “The House Oversight Committee has received the first set of documents from the Epstein Estate in response to Chairman Comer’s subpoena issued on August 25, 2025. Included in the documents received today are the birthday book compiled by Ghislaine Maxwell for Jeffrey Epstein’s 50th birthday; the last will and testament of Epstein immediately preceding August 8, 2019; the September 24, 2007 non-prosecution agreement between the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida and Epstein; entries from Epstein’s address/contact books from January 1, 1990 through August 10, 2019; and information about Epstein’s known bank accounts. Committee staff will review these documents and make them public in the near future.”

President Trump filed a defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal in July after the publication claimed he sent Epstein a birthday letter featuring a suggestive sketch.

“Hundreds of millions of people have already viewed the false and defamatory statements published by Defendants,” the lawsuit reads. “And given the timing of the Defendants’ article, which shows their malicious intent behind it, the overwhelming financial and reputational harm suffered by President Trump will continue to multiply.”

Upon filing the lawsuit, Trump wrote on Truth Social that the “powerhouse” lawsuit is “being brought against the so-called authors of this defamation, the now fully disgraced WSJ, as well as its corporate owners and affiliates, with Rupert Murdoch and Robert Thomson (whatever his role is!) at the top of the list.”

Education Department Takes Next Step for Overhaul

September 8, 2025

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The Department of Education (ED) launched a new tool to shift its workforce programs to the Labor Department. The action allows the DOL to be the “centralized hub for federal workforce programs and effectuate the agencies’ joint workforce development agreement,” a press release from the ED explains.

“The Trump Administration is committed to ensuring that all Americans are prepared for a fulfilling and meaningful career. I am confident that the Department of Labor is well positioned to cooperatively administer, implement, and streamline these critical career and adult education programs,” said Education Secretary Linda McMahon. “Thanks to our workforce development partnership, states will now be able to more easily and efficiently administer their programs. I am proud to work alongside Secretary Chavez-DeRemer as we continue to implement commonsense reforms that will better serve students, families, and states.”

“To prepare our next generation of American workers, the Trump Administration is taking decisive action to streamline unnecessary bureaucracy and advance the skills needed to fill jobs of the future,” Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer said. “The Department of Labor has an exciting and important role to play here, and I’m honored to team up with Secretary McMahon and our state partners to better connect workers with the training they need to find in-demand, mortgage-paying jobs.”

The move comes as President Donald Trump has taken action to dismantle the Education Department. In March, Trump issued an executive order directing McMahon to “take all necessary steps to facilitate the closure of the Department of Education and return authority over education to the States and local communities while ensuring the effective and uninterrupted delivery of services, programs, and benefits on which Americans rely.”

Pope Leo Canonizes First Millennial Saint

September 8, 2025

Pope Leo XIV canonized the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint, Carlo Acutis, who passed away in 2006 at the age of 15.

“Today we look to Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati and Saint Carlo Acutis: a young man from the early 20th century and a teenager from our own day, both in love with Jesus and ready to give everything for him,” he said, adding, “Carlo, for his part, encountered Jesus in his family, thanks to his parents, Andrea and Antonia — who are here today with his two siblings, Francesca and Michele — and then at school, and above all in the sacraments celebrated in the parish community. He grew up naturally integrating prayer, sport, study and charity into his days as a child and young man.”

“Dear friends, Saints Pier Giorgio Frassati and Carlo Acutis are an invitation to all of us, especially young people, not to squander our lives but to direct them upwards and make them masterpieces,” the pope stated.

Acutis gained the nickname “God’s influencer” for using his technology skills to spread awareness of the Catholic faith. He has been labeled as the “patron saint of the internet.”

In order to become a saint, the Catholic Church typically requires that a candidate has two miracles attributed to them. Acutis’ first miracle reportedly came after he was credited with healing a Brazilian child of a congenital disease affecting his pancreas. His second miracle reportedly involved the healing of a university student in Florence who had a brain bleed after suffering head trauma.

According to Reuters, the Vatican ceremony was attended by an estimated 70,000 people