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Trump Dismisses Viral White House Window Video as Likely “AI-Generated”

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President Donald Trump addressed a viral video circulating online that appears to show mysterious objects being tossed from a second-story window of the White House. During a press conference in the Oval Office, Trump strongly denied the authenticity of the footage, calling it “probably AI-generated,” and asserted that such an act would be physically impossible under current security protocols.

The video, which gained rapid traction on social media platforms, depicts a person dressed in white throwing dark-colored items from a second-floor window of the West Wing. The footage sparked speculation and concern due to the tightly controlled nature of the White House grounds.

Initial statements from White House officials described the activity as routine contractor maintenance. The individual in the video, according to a spokesperson, was a maintenance worker involved in renovations and cleaning efforts while the president was not present in Washington.

However, President Trump offered a different explanation. He dismissed the entire video as inauthentic, stating, “You can’t open the windows. You know why? They’re all heavily armored and bulletproof. They’re sealed. And number two, each window weighs about 600 pounds. You have to be pretty strong to open them up!”

Trump added that the White House is fully monitored and secured, implying that any real breach would have triggered official alerts and immediate action.

The incident coincides with a series of ongoing renovations at the White House, including the construction of a $200 million private ballroom and Mar-a-Lago–inspired interior changes. Trump emphasized the extensive remodeling currently underway, noting that contractors are regularly present but under strict supervision.

While no formal investigation has been announced, White House officials maintain that no security breach occurred and that the video poses no cause for concern.

Ilhan Omar’s Net Worth Explodes from $51K to $30 Million in One Year

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Rep. Ilhan Omar (D–MN) is under scrutiny after new financial disclosures revealed her household net worth surged from just $51,000 in 2023 to as much as $30 million in 2024. The staggering increase, over 3,500 percent, comes despite Omar’s repeated public denials that she or her husband were millionaires.

The financial growth centers on two companies tied to Omar’s husband, Tim Mynett. His California-based winery, eStCru LLC, was valued at only $15,000–$50,000 last year. It is now worth between $1 million and $5 million. Even more striking is the spike in value of his Washington, D.C.–based firm, Rose Lake Capital LLC, a venture capital operation that went from under $1,000 in declared value to between $5 million and $25 million within one year.

Omar filed the updated financial disclosures in May 2025, as required by the House Ethics Committee. While the source of the dramatic increase remains unclear, Rose Lake Capital reported no income in 2024, raising questions about how a company generating no revenue could attain such high valuations.

In early 2024, Omar publicly rejected claims of sudden wealth. She called reports of millionaire status “ridiculous” and said she was still paying off student loans and managing multiple mortgages. Yet her own filings now list a combined asset range of $6 million to $30 million, along with up to $100,000 in remaining debt and modest personal savings.

The revelation has sparked bipartisan concern. Lawmakers and watchdog groups are demanding an investigation into how a sitting member of Congress saw such a massive increase in wealth through spousal business holdings in under a year—particularly when one of those businesses had no recorded income.

While no formal ethics probe has been announced, questions are mounting. Rose Lake Capital’s rapid growth, paired with the absence of financial activity, has prompted calls for greater transparency into the business’s investors, clients, and operating structure. Critics argue that the situation raises red flags over potential conflicts of interest and misuse of influence.

Protect Our Kids: Trump Calls to Arm America’s Teachers

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President Donald Trump has once again proposed arming a “small percentage” of teachers—particularly those with military or National Guard backgrounds—as a targeted strategy to protect students and deter school shootings. His remarks came during a recent press briefing in response to questions about growing security concerns in public schools.

Trump rejected the idea of placing active-duty National Guard troops inside schools full-time but emphasized the value of trained personnel already within the education system. He stated that certain educators, especially those with prior military service, could be vetted and authorized to carry firearms as a first line of defense in the event of an attack.

Trump explained, “We have great teachers that love our children. The parents love the children and teachers love the children too, and if you took a small percentage of those teachers that were in the military, that were distinguished in the military, that were in the National Guard, etc., etc., you let them carry…They’re trained, they know about weapons…I always thought that would be an alternative.”

The president originally floated the idea after the 2018 school shooting in Parkland, Florida, where he advocated for arming up to 20 percent of “highly trained, gun adept” educators.

Trump has consistently argued that “gun-free zones” make schools more vulnerable by signaling that there is no armed resistance present.

The proposal has drawn sharp criticism from teachers’ unions and public safety officials. Opponents argue that introducing more firearms into schools increases the risk of accidental discharge, misidentification, or escalation during emergencies. However, many Second Amendment advocates support the plan, asserting that responsible gun ownership and self-defense training are key components of school safety.

Despite ongoing federal debates over gun control, the idea of arming teachers remains popular among conservative voters and school boards in several red states.

Tim Walz Hints at ‘News’ About Trump, Fuels Outrage Over Cryptic Remarks

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Governor Tim Walz (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz faces criticism after making vague and ominous remarks during a Labor Day event that many interpreted as referencing President Donald Trump’s potential demise.

During his speech on September 2, Walz told the crowd:

“You get up in the morning and doom scroll through things and, although I will say this, the last few days you woke up thinking there might be news… Just saying. Just saying. There will be news sometime. Just so you know, there will be news.”

The governor did not mention President Trump by name. However, the timing of the remarks coincided with false online rumors speculating about President Trump’s health.

The rumors originated because President Trump took a few days off from answering questions or making public statements. What many reporters and Democratic officials have failed to address is that the president held one of the longest cabinet meetings in our nation’s history with the press present just last week.

Former President Biden went over two months without holding a press conference, the longest period for a president in over 100 years, yet the press never reported on any notion of his declining health or potential concerns.

Walz’s vague phrasing and tone prompted some to accuse him of playing into the false online rumors of President Trump’s death or health crisis.

Governor Walz has not publicly clarified or retracted the statement. His communications team declined to issue a follow-up statement, and no mainstream news outlet has reported further explanation from the governor.

Walz has been known for embracing more aggressive partisan rhetoric in recent months, aligning with national Democrat strategies to “toughen” their tone. He recently mocked President Trump as a “manchild” and joined Democrat leaders in adopting language intended to energize left-wing voters through insult-based messaging.

Maduro Threatens Armed Rebellion if U.S. Strikes Venezuela

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Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro warned on September 2 that any U.S. military attack on his country would trigger an immediate “armed struggle.” His remarks follow a surge in U.S. naval presence in the Caribbean and the confirmation of a U.S. strike on a drug-trafficking vessel allegedly linked to Venezuela.

During a televised address, Maduro declared that if U.S. forces engage Venezuelan territory, his regime would respond by initiating a “republic in arms,” mobilizing military units and militias nationwide. He framed the situation as a fight to preserve Venezuelan sovereignty and accused the United States of using counter-narcotics operations as a cover for regime-change tactics.

The statement came after the United States, under President Trump’s leadership, expanded its naval operations in the Southern Caribbean. American warships, submarines, and an amphibious assault ship have been deployed in what Pentagon sources describe as a mission to suppress drug trafficking in the region. The U.S. recently confirmed a “lethal strike” on a vessel allegedly transporting narcotics from Venezuelan waters. The vessel was believed to be operated by narco-terrorist elements linked to the Maduro regime.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed the strike on X, saying, “Today the U.S. military conducted a lethal strike in the southern Caribbean against a drug vessel which had departed from Venezuela and was being operated by a designated narco-terrorist organization.”

Maduro responded by placing his military on high alert and initiating recruitment campaigns for civilian militias. He has also ordered the deployment of Venezuelan drones, coastal defense units, and naval assets to counter what he calls “imperialist threats.” The regime is particularly focused on the Colombian border, citing concerns of cross-border operations.

Venezuela’s government has long been under scrutiny for its close ties to transnational drug networks and authoritarian crackdowns on political opponents. The Trump administration has condemned Maduro’s rule as illegitimate and has repeatedly supported the Venezuelan opposition in their calls for democratic elections and human rights reforms.

Regional analysts note that Maduro’s rhetoric is likely aimed at solidifying domestic control while deterring potential foreign intervention. However, the situation remains tense, and military engagement between U.S. and Venezuelan forces is not being ruled out by defense officials.

EPA Victory: Climate Fund Terminations Upheld

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A federal appeals court ruled in a 2-1 decision that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) may proceed with its terminations of climate-related funding. The decision blocks a lower court ruling that would have prevented the EPA from recovering billions of dollars.

“The injunction harms the government and the public interest by preventing the Executive Branch from properly and prudently managing billions of dollars in public funds. The grantees have an interest in continued access to government funding,” Judge Neomi Rao wrote. “But the government and the public have a stronger interest in protecting the public fisc and eliminating the appearance of impropriety around these grant programs.

“If the grant terminations are later determined to be a breach of contract, the government may be required to pay damages to the grantees, which would substantially, if not entirely, redress the grantees’ interim injuries,” Judge Rao explained. “By contrast, if the government’s position is eventually vindicated, it will have no apparent means to recover funds spent down while the litigation has run its course.”

In March, U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan issued a temporary restraining order blocking the EPA from terminating the grants awarded to Climate United, Coalition for Green Capital, and Power Forward Communities, which were received through funds under the Inflation Reduction Act.

“Based on the record before the court, and under the relevant statutes and various agreements, it does not appear that EPA Defendants took the legally required steps necessary to terminate these grants, such that its actions were arbitrary and capricious,” Chutkan wrote in her order.

Upon announcing the programs’ cancellation in March, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said the terminations were “based on substantial concerns regarding program integrity, objections to the award process, programmatic fraud, waste and abuse, and misalignment with the agency’s priorities.”

GOP Senate Majority in Jeopardy After Latest Announcement

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Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)

Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) announced that she will not seek reelection in 2026.

In a video shared to social media, Enrst said, “My fellow Iowans, serving as your United States senator is the privilege of a lifetime, from growing up and working on my family’s farm in rural southwest Iowa to more than two decades of leadership in the U.S. Army Reserves and Iowa Army National Guard, where I deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom to my work as Montgomery County auditor, state senator, and now as your United States Senator.”

“It has been an honor to dedicate my life to the service of our great state and country, having been raised in a family who has given me so much love and support. Now, as our family ages and grows, it’s my time for me to give back to them,” she said. “After a tremendous amount of prayer and reflection, I will not be seeking reelection in 2026.”

In response to Ernst’s announcement, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) Chair Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) claimed President Donald Trump’s agenda has jeopardized the GOP’s Senate majority.

“Donald Trump and Senate Republicans’ devastating agenda has put their majority in jeopardy,” the Democrats said. “Republicans can see the writing on the wall: spiking costs and ripping away health care does so much damage to their states that they would rather leave the Senate than defend their actions to voters. Democrats are in a strong position to win seats and continue fighting for working families.”

Thousands of Migrants Turn Back Home

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A new report from the United Nations found that more than 14,000 migrants aiming to cross into the United States have begun returning home. The trend, called “reverse flow” migration, specifically affects Venezuelans and those moving north through Central America.

According to the report, northward migration dropped 97% this year. The report further claims that President Donald Trump’s policies are linked to the migration trends, with 46% of migrants stating that policy changes were behind their decision to return to their home country.

Illegal border crossings have plummeted to historic lows under President Trump, according to new data from U.S. Customs and Border Protection. “History made, again. The numbers don’t lie—this is the most secure the border has ever been. President Donald J. Trump didn’t just manage the crisis—he obliterated it. No more excuses. No more releases. We’ve put the cartels on defense and taken our border back,” said DHS Secretary Kristi Noem in August.

“CBP shut down illegal crossings again this month, setting enforcement records and collecting billions in tariffs,” CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott stated. “This is what making America great and safe again looks like.” There were 24,628 total migrant encounters nationwide in July.

Similarly, Border Patrol agents apprehended 8,024 illegal migrants in June. Among these, 6,072 were caught crossing between ports of entry, a 15 percent drop from March’s previous record low. This represents a staggering 93 percent decrease compared to June 2024 and a 97 percent drop from the 222,018 apprehensions recorded in December 2022 during the Biden administration’s peak border crisis.

Military Lawyers to Serve as Immigration Judges

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Pete Hegseth (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth approved sending up to 600 military lawyers to serve as temporary immigration judges, according to a report from the Associated Press.

According to a memo reviewed by the outlet, the military will send groups of 150 attorneys to the Justice Department “as soon as practicable.” The plan is intended to continue no longer than 179 days, but can be renewed if necessary.

The AP noted that a White House official said that the Trump administration is aiming to address the backlog of immigration cases, including hiring additional judges. The development should be “a priority that everyone — including those waiting for adjudication — can rally around,” the official said.

The Justice Department published a rule change in the Federal Register, relaxing the criteria for who can serve as a temporary immigration judge, The New York Times reported.

“The department may designate ‘any lawyer’ as a temporary immigration judge for six months — a period that can be renewed indefinitely,” The Times reported, explaining that the “administration’s description of the change promoted the increased ‘flexibility’ while rejecting critics who raised doubts about whether it would increase the risk of biased judges.”

In February, the Trump administration dismissed 20 immigration judges in its effort to streamline government operations and eliminate waste. This move aligned with President Trump’s broader initiative to shrink the federal workforce. His administration is executing one of the most significant government staff reductions in history, targeting over 200,000 probationary employees across various agencies.

Bill de Blasio Officially Backs Radical Zohran Mamdani for Mayor

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Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) officially endorsed Zohran Mamdani for the city’s mayor.

In an opinion piece published in the New York Daily News, de Blasio wrote that Mamdani has “run on an agenda that puts working people first — a rent freeze for more than two million tenants, universal child care for all kids 6 weeks to 5-year-olds, faster and free buses.”

The former mayor acknowledged that New Yorkers “want to know one fundamental truth: can it be done?” He claimed that the “answer is yes,” explaining that he faced similar questions during his time as the city’s leader.

“Throughout my time in City Hall, the argument that my vision was recklessly idealistic — that it was both unrealistic and fraught with dangerous unintended consequences — was thrown at my plans for affordable housing, paid sick days, the $15 minimum wage and most of all, pre-K for All — all initiatives I delivered on,” de Blasio wrote.

The “same overheated condemnations” of 2025 “yield the same result as in 2013,” he added, claiming that “not only does the public want what Mamdani is proposing, it actually all can be done.”

“We don’t just need Zohran Mamdani to be our mayor because he has the right ideas, or because they can be achieved,” de Blasio declared. “We need him because in his heart and in his bones he cannot accept a city that prices out the people who built it and keep it running.”

Last month, Mamdani launched a “Five Boroughs Against Trump” tour in New York City. Upon announcing the tour, Mamdani said there are “far too many parallels between Donald Trump and [former New York Governor] Andrew Cuomo,” arguing that “both administrations have been characterized by corruption, by a sense of impunity, by an inability of an executive to understand that no means no, a prioritization of the interests of billionaires over working people, and an agenda that is driven by little else beyond the retention and accumulation of power.”

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