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It was June 2015. Online, there were countless videos of smug Democrats, self-proclaimed “experts” and know-nothing pundits literally laughing out loud at the prospect of New York City businessman Donald Trump declaring his run for president.   That fools’ parade found it hilarious that Trump truly thought he could beat “seasoned” Republican politicians in the…
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He deployed the National Guard to Los Angeles over the summer and as part of his law enforcement takeover in Washington, D.C.

President Trump said on Saturday morning that he is sending U.S. troops to Portland to “protect” the city and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities from antifa and other “domestic terrorists.”  “At the request of Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, I am directing Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, to provide all necessary Troops to…
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“Let your rage fuel you.” Those words from Virginia Democratic gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger captured what I have called “rage politics” in America. Across the country, politicians and pundits are fueling rage, encouraging voters to embrace it. If you turn on the television, you would think that Darth Sidious had taken over: “Give in to…
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The department said on social media that “we will revoke Petro’s visa due to his reckless and incendiary actions.”

President Trump’s former attorney Rudy Giuliani settled his $1.3 billion lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems over disseminating a false theory about the 2020 presidential election, according to court documents.  Dominion Voting Systems and Giuliani, the former New York City mayor, agreed to the “dismissal of all claims and causes of action asserted in this matter…
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The Justice Department’s petition has been shared with lawyers for parties challenging the order, but is not yet docketed at the Supreme Court.

The U.S. government revoked Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s visa over comments he made at a pro-Palestine protest on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City on Friday.  “Earlier today, Colombian president @petrogustavo stood on a NYC street and urged U.S. soldiers to disobey orders and incite violence,” the State Department…
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Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday night that she is deploying Department of Justice (DOJ) agents to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities and “wherever” federal immigration officers come “under siege.”  “I have witnessed the continued onslaught of violence perpetrated against ICE officers across our country. The Department of Justice will not stand idly by…
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A wave of new immigration jails is drawing widespread criticism for terrible conditions and restricted access to legal resources.

“Even the most experienced people can run into small application hiccups.”

The new executive order sweeps speech and association into its definition of domestic terrorism. In short, words are violence.

The president’s aim to be a good luck charm seemingly backfired during his visit to the golf competition.

Federal Election Commission (FEC) vice chairman Trey Trainor (R) confirmed that he’s resigning from his position on Thursday as he eyes the seat of Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas). Trainor has signalled his interest in running for Congress in previous months. His resignation, first reported by the Washington Examiner, comes after Roy entered the race for…
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Andrew Weissmann spotted an “unusual” move that should give “everyone pause” following the president’s pressure campaign.

Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said that President Trump won’t forget tech billionaire Elon Musk’s “negativity” during his departure from government. He said Musk was Trump’s “best friend in the administration” during an interview with NewsNation‘s “Batya” and added that Trump would “forgive” but not forget the tempestuous nature of Musk’s exit. “I think…
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The FBI has fired agents who were photographed kneeling during Black Lives Matter protests in 2020, the Associated Press reported late Friday.  Two sources told the AP that around 20 agents were fired, with an additional source confirming the firings.  The sources also revealed that the agents had been reassigned last spring for their conduct…
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President Trump on Friday evening said he will order the release of all government records related to aviator Amelia Earhart and her “last, fatal flight.” “I have been asked by many people about the life and times of Amelia Earhart, such an interesting story, and would I consider declassifying and releasing everything about her, in…
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The former “Late Show” host likened the president’s post to Santa Claus knocking on his door.

President Trump on Friday night touted “inspired and productive discussions” focused around Israel’s military conflict in Gaza, just days after blaming other countries for setting back his efforts. “Intense negotiations have been going on for four days, and will continue for as long as necessary in order to get a Successfully Completed Agreement,” Trump wrote…
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There are plenty of more pressing issues, people on social media were quick to point out.

Former Vice President Kamala Harris bashed the federal government’s indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, calling it “painful to see” on Friday. “It’s frustrating, but more than that, it’s painful to see,” Harris told CNN. “It’s painful to see. I mean what’s happening with Comey: Are you f‑‑‑ing kidding me? The United States Department…
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Former FBI Director James Comey told CNN in the months before his indictment that President Trump couldn’t “get over” him. “I often joke I’m the relationship that Trump can’t get over, wakes up in the middle of the night thinking about me and how I’m living my best life,” Comey said in a May 2025…
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned Friday that the Trump administration’s actions could destabilize the Middle East amid deteriorating relations with the United States. “President Trump has said that his administration has come to create peace but the path that they have embarked upon will set fire to the entire region,” Pezeshkian said in an appearance…
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Experts have expressed thoughts about the president’s recent quip regarding a characteristic he dislikes.