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Trump DOJ Hobbs Act Charges Target LA Rioters
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the Trump administration will prosecute anti-ICE rioters and looters in Los Angeles under the federal Hobbs Act, a powerful anti-extortion law that carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison. The decision comes after days of widespread lawlessness in the city, including the looting of major retailers like Apple and CVS.
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Democrats Defend Illegal Immigrants to Protect Elite Comforts
Top Democrats and left-wing commentators are doubling down on defending the presence of illegal immigrants in the United States—not for humanitarian reasons, but to preserve the economic and lifestyle comforts of America’s urban elite. In recent statements and viral clips, Democrats made it clear: many rely on a shadow labor force to do the jobs they refuse to do themselves.
MatPat Launches Creator Economy Caucus on Capitol Hill
YouTube creator Matthew “MatPat” Patrick has officially stepped into the political arena, launching the bipartisan Creator Economy Caucus in the House of Representatives alongside his wife, Stephanie Patrick. The caucus aims to bridge the gap between lawmakers and digital content creators by advocating for policy that reflects the modern realities of online entrepreneurship.
Tennessee Lawsuit Targets Biden’s Race-Based College Grants
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has filed a federal lawsuit against the Department of Education, arguing that its Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) grant program is racially discriminatory and violates the U.S. Constitution. The legal challenge, joined by the nonprofit Students for Fair Admissions, was filed in the U.S. District Court for Eastern Tennessee.
Senate Ruling Derails GOP Tax Bill, Johnson Rushes Fix
The House GOP’s major tax and spending package is under fire after the Senate parliamentarian ruled key provisions violate Senate reconciliation rules, jeopardizing efforts to bypass a Democrat filibuster. In response, House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is pushing for a rule vote Wednesday to revise the legislation and keep it on track.
USA Gymnastics Reverses Course on Transgender Athlete Policy
USA Gymnastics is reportedly reevaluating its transgender inclusion policies, just days after Olympic gold medalist Simone Biles faced backlash for attacking women’s sports advocate Riley Gaines. The timing of the review raises questions as the organization reacts to recent federal Title IX changes implemented by President Donald Trump.
Trump Surges Native-Born Job Growth
In a dramatic reversal from the Biden era, President Donald Trump’s economic policies have redirected job growth toward native-born Americans, halting a trend that saw nearly all new jobs go to foreign-born workers. New data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that since Trump took office in late January, all net job growth has benefited native-born citizens.
FARC Colombia Bomb Attacks Kill 8, Injure Dozens
The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) carried out 24 coordinated terrorist bombings Tuesday in the southwestern departments of Valle del Cauca and Cauca, killing eight people and injuring at least 78 others. Fourteen victims remain in critical condition.
U.S. Evacuates Diplomats as Iran Nuclear Talks Falter
The United States is evacuating some diplomatic staff from its embassy in Iraq and authorizing the voluntary return of dependents from Bahrain and other Middle Eastern locations amid deteriorating nuclear negotiations with Iran. The move signals growing concern over regional instability and the potential collapse of ongoing diplomatic efforts.
European Nation Agrees to Take Migrants
The Eastern European country of Kosovo has agreed to take up to 50 migrants over a one-year period.
Mexican Senate Floats Taking Part of U.S.
The President of the Mexican Senate, Senator Gerardo Fernández Noroña, suggested that the country attempt to take a portion of the United States amid the ongoing Los Angeles riots.
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The subject of politics tends to be a controversial and divisive subject for many people. Behind every idea is one's ideology or beliefs about what is essential and true. Given that politics includes things like identity, culture, wealth, to name a few, it's not surprising that we find ourselves divided into the United States. The idea that religion and politics do not belong together has been with us for a long time. When and where did we succumb to this idea? Was it that we feared our faith would be diluted by the rigors of politics or did we imagine that God would frown on those who did not neglect everything but God? Our nation has an inseparable relationship with religion and politics. Our forefathers fled the oppression of a monarchy and state religion that hindered liberty and freedom. At the cost of their reputation and life, the colonists risked it all to establish a new nation. The reality is that both freedoms of religion and politics are an essential part of everyday life. Without (good) government, we cannot possibly hope to have the freedom of religion that we enjoy in America. As Americans, we sometimes assume that most have a similar patriotic view. However, in recent days we have been confronted with a very different ideology. An ideology that threatens to undermine the basic tenants of our constitutional republic. Fueled by biased media and "fake news," it is hard to know exactly the state of the union. The great American experiment and freedom of religion have been tested over the years – it will continue to be questioned and challenged. As citizens, we can never assume that the past guarantees the future. Each person must pick up the mantle left by those who paid the price for our liberty. It will require great qualities of character of perseverance to overcome this United States division.