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NY AG Calls Mortgage Fraud Claims ‘Baseless’

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New York Attorney General Letitia James (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews, File)

New York Attorney General Letitia James called her criminal referral due to alleged mortgage fraud “baseless,” condemning the accusations.

“Let me just say to all New Yorkers and to all Americans: The allegations are baseless. The allegations are nothing more than a revenge tour,” she told NY1.

“We are standing up for the rights and privileges of New Yorkers and Americans. I will not be silenced. I will not be bullied. I will not bend. I will not break. And I will not bow to anyone,” she added. “No one is above the law, including the President of these United States. The Office of the Attorney General will continue to stand up.”

It’s unfortunate—knocking on the doors of my neighbors and the neighbors of my relatives in the state of Virginia,” she further stated. “It is nothing more than a headline, nothing more than, again, retaliation against all of the actions that I have taken successfully against Donald Trump.”

Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director William Pulte sent a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy AG Todd Blanche this week, stating that James has “in multiple instances, falsified bank documents and property records to acquire government backed assistance and loans and more favorable loan terms.”

Pulte wrote that these actions include “1) falsifying residence status for a Norfolk, Virginia-based home in order to secure a lower mortgage rate and 2) misrepresenting property descriptions to meet stringent requirements for government backed loans and government assistance.”

“At the time of the 2023 Norfolk, VA property purchase and mortgage, Ms. James was the siting Attorney General of New York and is required by law to have her primary residence in the state of New York—even though her mortgage applications list her intent to have the Norfolk, VA property as her primary home,” the letter adds. “It appears Ms. James’ property and mortgage-related misrepresentations may have continued to her recent 2023 Norfolk, VA property purchase in order to secure a lower interest rate and more favorable loan terms.”

Trump Admin Releases Previously Classified Assassination Files

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The Trump administration has released over 10,000 previously classified records relating to the assassination of Senator Robert F. Kennedy.

The files had been “collecting dust in facilities across the federal government for decades,” a press release explained, adding that an additional 50,000 pages of assassination files were discovered and are currently being prepared to be made available. The documents have minimal redactions to protect Social Security Numbers and Tax Identification Numbers.

“Nearly 60 years after the tragic assassination of Senator Robert F. Kennedy, the American people will, for the first time, have the opportunity to review the federal government’s investigation thanks to the leadership of President Trump. My team is honored that the President entrusted us to lead the declassification efforts and to shine a long-overdue light on the truth. I extend my deepest thanks for Bobby Kennedy and his families’ support,” Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said in a statement.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. called the document release a “necessary step toward restoring trust in American government.”

“I commend President Trump for his courage and his commitment to transparency. I’m grateful also to Tulsi Gabbard for her dogged efforts to root out and declassify these documents,” he said.

The documents can be accessed through the National Archives website.

President Trump signed an executive order in January to declassify records relating to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. Trump previously released partial records on JFK’s assassination during his first term but withheld others at the request of intelligence agencies, citing national security concerns. 

Democrat Governor Bans Ultra-Processed Foods in Schools in MAHA Win

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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs (D) signed a bill banning ultra-processed foods in schools.

According to the bill, any school that “participates in a federally funded or assisted meal program shall not serve, sell, or allow a third party to sell ultraprocessed food on the school campus during the normal school day” beginning in the 2926-2027 school year.

Foods are considered “ultraprocessed” if they have potassium bromate, Propylparaben, titanium dioxide, brominated vegetable oil, and food dyes, including red 3 and 40.

The bill further notes that the state legislature has found that “childhood obesity, morbidity and wellness are matters of statewide concern.”

“Ultraprocessed, industrially manufactured, nutrient-depleted food with synthetic additives is undernourishing minors at public schools and contributing to childhood obesity,” the legislation states. “Any taxpayer-funded meal or snack program offered to minors at public schools in this state should be nutritious and made primarily of whole, minimally processed plant or animal products.”

Rep. Leo Biasiucci, a Republican co-sponsor of the bill, wrote on X that “Republicans and Democrats are united in making sure our school children are eating foods without toxic dyes and chemicals!”

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. said he was “very proud of these legislators and senators for standing up for the health of the people of Arizona.”

“And we need to take care of these little ones,” Kennedy added. “It is our obligation. It is the obligation of every member of this elected body. And let’s call them to task when they don’t do the obvious thing. This is easy. It’s a no-brainer.”

Trump Announces Commemoration for American Revolution

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President Donald Trump has marked April 19 as a day of commemoration for the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the beginnings of the American Revolution.

“Two and a half centuries ago, a small band of minutemen answered the call of freedom in the legendary Battles of Lexington and Concord, an epic tale of American strength and the first major armed conflict of the Revolutionary War,” Trump’s proclamation reads. “We honor the memories, remember the sacrifices, and summon the courage of every hero of liberty who gallantly shed his blood for the cause of independence on April 19, 1775.”

“The British ambush at Lexington became known as the ‘shot heard ’round the world,’ prompting thousands of brave young men to leave behind their homes and livelihoods to fight for our freedom on the frontlines of the American Revolution — commencing the greatest fight for liberty in the history of the world,” the proclamation adds.

Trump’s proclamation notes that “April 19, 1775, stands to this day as a seminal milestone in our Nation’s righteous crusade for liberty and independence,” stating that an “extraordinary army of American minutemen defeated one of the mightiest armies on the face of the earth and laid the foundation for America’s ultimate triumph over tyranny.”

“Two and a half centuries later, their fortitude remains our inheritance, their resolve remains our birthright, and their unwavering loyalty to God and country remains the duty of every American patriot,” the proclamation continues. “As we approach the 250th anniversary of our Nation’s independence next year, we honor the valiant men who fought in defense of their sacred right to self-government, we renew our pledge to restore our republic to all of its greatness and glory, and we commit to rebuilding a country and a culture that inspires pride in our past and faith in our future.”

Trump similarly commented on the United States’ dependence on God in a speech during an Easter prayer dinner. He stated, “And as we gather with family and friends, we’ll not forget the true source of our joy and our strength: America has put our trust in God,” Trump added. “It will always be ‘In God We Trust.’ We will never change that.”

U.S. Threatens to ‘Move On’ from Peace Negotiations Unless Progress is Made

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will pause negotiations in the peace deal between Ukraine and Russia unless more progress is made.

“I think it’s important to remind everybody that the Ukraine war is a terrible thing, but it’s not our war. We didn’t start it. The United States has been helping Ukraine for over the last three years, and we want it to end. But it’s not our war. I wanted everyone to understand that,” Rubio told reporters in France.

Discussing the peace negotiations, Rubio said that countries involved “need to determine very quickly now – and I’m talking about a matter of days – whether or not this is doable in the – over the next few weeks. If it is, we’re in. If it’s not, then we’ll have to – we have other priorities to focus on as well.”

Rubio reiterated that “we need to figure out here now, within a matter of days, whether this is doable in the short term. Because if it’s not, then I think we’re just going to move on, from our perspective.”

“The President feels very strongly about that. He has dedicated a lot of time and energy to this, and there are a lot of things going on in the world right now that we need to be focused on,” Rubio stated, noting that while the negotiations are important, “there are a lot of other really important things going on that deserve just as much if not more attention.”

Addressing another reporter, Rubio again stated that the U.S. will not “continue to fly all over the world and do meeting after meeting after meeting if no progress is being made.”

“So if they’re serious about peace – either side, or both – we want to help. If it’s not going to happen, then we’re just going to move on. We’re going to move on to other topics that are equally if not more important in some ways to the United States,” he said.

King Charles Puts Islam Before Christ in Holiday Message

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King Charles III’s 2025 Easter message has ignited debate after he referenced Islamic and Jewish traditions while discussing the Christian holiday. The monarch, who serves as the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, emphasized the virtues of faith, hope, and love, drawing parallels between Christian teachings and those of other faiths.

In his message, King Charles stated, “The love [Christ] showed when he walked the Earth reflected the Jewish ethic of caring for the stranger and those in need, a deep human instinct echoed in Islam and other religious traditions, and in the hearts of all who seek the good of others.”

This is not the first time King Charles has put interfaith themes at the center of religious observances. Earlier this year, he hosted a Ramadan celebration at Windsor Castle, making headlines for inviting Muslim guests to break their fast in a royal setting in which “Allahu akbar” was yelled across the residence.

His consistent focus on Islamic inclusion has fueled concern among traditional Christians who feel the monarchy should be strengthening, not softening, the Christian foundations of the United Kingdom.

King Charles’ Easter message stands in stark contrast to the Holy Week message from President Trump. “Through [Christ’s] suffering, we have redemption. Through His death, we are forgiven of our sins. Through His Resurrection, we have hope of eternal life…We pray that America will remain a beacon of faith, hope, and freedom for the entire world, and we pray to achieve a future that reflects the truth, beauty, and goodness of Christ’s eternal kingdom in Heaven,” Trump shared earlier this week.

Many in Britain and abroad view the King’s Easter remarks as tone-deaf at a time when Christians across the world are facing persecution. Rather than celebrating the hope of the Resurrection, King Charles used one of Christianity’s holiest days to highlight other religions, leaving many questioning his commitment to the faith he represents.

Supporters of the King view his message as a call for unity and mutual respect among different faiths, especially in times of global conflict and humanitarian crises. However, some conservative voices express concern that such inclusivity may overshadow the distinctiveness of Christian traditions.

Outrage Erupts as Maine AG Says Men in Girls’ Sports Are No Threat

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Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey has stated that there are “no concerns of safety” regarding the participation of transgender athletes in girls’ and women’s sports. This assertion comes as the Trump administration files a lawsuit against Maine, alleging violations of Title IX due to the state’s policies allowing transgender girls to compete in female sports categories.​

In an interview with CNN, Frey defended Maine’s stance, emphasizing that the state has not identified any safety issues stemming from transgender athletes’ participation. He noted that only two transgender students are currently competing in girls’ sports within the state.

“We’ve been working through to understand what, if any problem, really exists with the participation, if some of the harms that are being alleged really are of some concern, and what we’ve identified is, there really is — there are no concerns of safety,” Frey commented.

Frey also argued that Maine’s policies align with both state and federal laws, including Title IX and the Maine Human Rights Act, which support the inclusion of transgender individuals in sports consistent with their gender identity.

The Department of Justice, led by Attorney General Pam Bondi, contends that Maine’s policies compromise the safety and fairness of female athletes. The lawsuit seeks to enforce compliance with federal directives that define sex based on birth-assigned gender, aiming to restrict transgender girls from participating in girls’ sports.

“These boys are allowed to go in women’s restrooms, they are allowed to go in the women’s dressing rooms and get fully naked and change — biological boys — and change clothes in front of these young women…Maine’s leadership has refused to comply at every turn, so now, we have no other choice: We are taking them to court,” Bondi asserted.

This legal action follows President Trump’s executive order titled “Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,” which conditions federal education funding on the exclusion of transgender girls from female sports teams. Maine Governor Janet Mills has publicly opposed the order, asserting that the state’s policies are lawful and that the federal government’s actions represent an overreach.

The conflict between Maine and the federal government underscores the broader national debate over transgender rights and the interpretation of Title IX in the context of gender identity and sports participation.​

Democrat Senator’s Secret Meeting with Deported Fugitive in El Salvador

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Senator Chris Van Hollen’s recent trip to El Salvador has intensified the debate over U.S. immigration enforcement and foreign policy. The Maryland Democrat aimed to meet with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national deported in March 2025 despite a U.S. court order preventing his removal. Initially denied access to the high-security prison where Abrego Garcia is held, Van Hollen eventually met with him, sharing a photo of their encounter on social media.

Van Hollen took to X, writing, “I said my main goal of this trip [to El Salvador] was to meet with Kilmar. Tonight I had that chance. I have called his wife, Jennifer, to pass along his message of love. I look forward to providing a full update upon my return.”

Abrego Garcia’s deportation has drawn criticism from Democratic lawmakers, who argue it violates due process. A federal appeals court recently upheld a lower court’s order for the Trump administration to facilitate his return, condemning the government’s actions as a “willful disregard” for judicial authority.

El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has refused to release Abrego Garcia, labeling him a terrorist. Despite the lack of criminal charges, Bukele’s administration has maintained custody, citing alleged gang affiliations.

Republican officials have defended the deportation. Rep. Andy Harris criticized Van Hollen’s efforts as “far beyond the pale,” emphasizing the importance of enforcing immigration laws. Similarly, former ICE Director Tom Homan expressed disapproval of Van Hollen’s actions.

The case has highlighted tensions between the executive and judicial branches, as well as differing approaches to immigration policy. While Democrats push for Abrego Garcia’s return, citing legal protections, Republicans emphasize the need for strict enforcement and national security.​

Shocking Role of Red Cross in Border Chaos Uncovered

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Mike Howell, president of the Oversight Project at The Heritage Foundation, has raised concerns about the American Red Cross’s involvement in facilitating illegal immigration through Panama’s Darien Gap. In an interview with One America News Network (OANN), Howell alleged that the organization is part of a “border industrial complex” that assists migrants in their journey toward the United States.

Howell claimed that the Red Cross provides support to migrants at the Darien Gap, a treacherous region in Panama known for being a major route for those attempting to enter the U.S. illegally. He suggested that such assistance contributes to the challenges faced by U.S. border enforcement agencies.​

Assistance from the Red Cross at the Darien Gap included directions, water, food, guidance, and even suggestions for bordering states. Howell asserts that these actions are turning the Red Cross “completely on its head.”

In Howell’s words, the Red Cross is supposed to “keep people out of danger.” Encouraging migrants to enter treacherous jungle territory filled with both dangerous animals and people is antithetical to that mission.

While President Trump and Border Czar Tom Homan have been able to lock down the southern border and reduce illegal entries, actions like these from the Red Cross only further exacerbate the border industrial complex.

The Red Cross has not publicly responded to these allegations. However, the organization’s stated mission includes providing humanitarian aid to vulnerable populations worldwide, which often encompasses migrants and refugees.​

The Darien Gap has long been a focal point in discussions about illegal immigration, with various organizations operating in the area to offer aid to migrants. Critics argue that such assistance may inadvertently encourage illegal crossings, while supporters contend that humanitarian aid is essential for the safety and well-being of migrants.

The debate over the role of non-governmental organizations in immigration continues to be a contentious issue, particularly as the U.S. grapples with border security and immigration policy.

Caught on Camera: School Official Admits to Banning Trump Supporters from Jobs

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The O’Keefe Media Group (OMG) released undercover footage of Jonathan Ferrer, the Human Resources Director at Summit Public Schools—a charter network operating in California and Washington—admitting to making hiring decisions based on race and political ideology.

In the video, Ferrer states, “You get presented with, on equal merits, like a white person or a black person or whatever. Yeah, we’re going with the black person,” suggesting that race plays a decisive role in hiring choices. He further explains that the school system’s hiring practices are influenced by Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals, aiming to align staff demographics with the cultural needs of the student body.​

“Whenever there’s a qualified candidate and they happen to identify differently or present differently, we’re probably going with that person… That’s what DEI is all about,” Ferrer added.

Ferrer also mentions that Summit Public Schools incorporates DEI-focused interview questions to assess candidates’ political and ideological alignment. When asked about hiring supporters of former President Donald Trump, he responds, “I don’t think we would hire them,” indicating a potential bias against certain political affiliations.​

These admissions raise concerns regarding compliance with federal and state anti-discrimination laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), both of which prohibit employment decisions based on race or political beliefs.​

In response to the video, Valeria Torres, Government Affairs Manager for Summit Public Schools, issued a statement emphasizing the organization’s commitment to equal opportunity employment and adherence to all applicable laws. “At Summit Public Schools, we’re committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a team that is free from discriminatory conduct in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. We expect each and every employee, including our Human Resources team, to uphold our commitment. Any allegations of discriminatory conduct or verified misconduct are taken seriously and addressed through established internal procedures,” Torres stated.

The release of this footage has sparked a broader discussion on the role of DEI initiatives in hiring practices and the importance of ensuring that such programs comply with existing anti-discrimination laws.

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