Migrant Crisis, Russia Ties Make Nicaragua a Major National Security Threat
Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida) said Wednesday that Nicaragua's communist regime is “directly contributing” to the migrant crisis at the U.S. southern border and allowing the presence of Russian troops on the territory. He said it was a threat to the United States. Mr. Rubio said this during his confirmation hearing in Congress to become secretary […]
Trump’s EPA pick, Lee Zeldin, recognizes climate change without declaring it an urgent crisis during confirmation hearing
Former New York Congressman Lee Zeldin (R), who was nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to head the Environmental Protection Agency, appeared in the Senate. confirmation hearing Thursday morning. In his nomination announcement, President Trump highlighted Zeldin's “very strong legal background” and called him a “true warrior for America First.” “That's what the scientists say.” “President […]
Coons signals he could be open to voting yes on Bondi
Sen. Chris Coons (D-Delaware) suggested in an interview that he is “prepared to vote yes” on President-elect Trump's pick for head of the Department of Justice, Pam Bondi. Coons said on CNN on Thursday that the most important thing he wanted to hear from Bondi during Wednesday's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing was “whether she would […]
Florida Chipotle worker installed tracking device on ex-fling’s car in hopes he would ‘run into’ her: complaint
Any chance to rekindle this romance quickly burned out. A Florida Chipotle employee was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of using a Best Buy tracking device to monitor his ex-girlfriend from several years ago, hoping to “run into” her, authorities said. According to a criminal complaint obtained by the newspaper, Tyler Michael Strzok, 22, was arrested […]
Biden finalizes major loan to EV-maker Rivian days before Trump’s inauguration
The Biden administration closed on a huge loan to electric vehicle (EV) maker Rivian just days before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. of $6.57 billion loan The company will finance an electric vehicle factory in Georgia that currently specializes in luxury cars, where it will produce SUVs and crossovers. In a press release, the Department […]
Daily Wire co-founder calls out MSNBC Joy Reid for Ben Shapiro criticism
Daily Wire co-founder and co-CEO criticizes Joy Reid for claiming conservative host Ben Shapiro is funded by an “oligarchy” But in the meantime, the anti-Trump MSNBC host has collected millions of dollars from the left-leaning network's massive parent company. Jeremy Boling, who co-founded the Daily Wire with Shapiro in 2015, responded to a clip in […]
Brazil Blocks Jair Bolsonaro from Attending Trump Inauguration
of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court (STF) on Thursday rejected former President Jair Bolsonaro's request for permission to leave the country to attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. The ruling was handed down by “fake news promoter” Judge Alexandre de Moraes, hours after Brazil's Attorney General's Office (PGR) recommended that Bolsonaro's passport not be returned. Socialist government […]
India’s Massive Bathing in the Ganges River Festival Begins
Monday marked the beginning of the Maha Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival said to be the world's largest religious gathering. The Indian government expects 400 million people, including many tourists from other countries, to join India's Hindus in taking a ceremonial bath in the Ganges and other sacred waters this year. 'Maha Kumbh Mela' means […]
Fordham suspends coach Keith Urgo over recruiting violations
Fordham has suspended head coach Keith Argo for four games for violating NCAA recruiting guidelines, the team announced Thursday. Associate coach Trey Woodall will take over head coaching duties starting Jan. 22 during Argo's absence. “As part of an ongoing investigation with the NCAA, Fordham has suspended men's basketball coach Keith Argo for four games […]
Idaho bill would ban Pride flags from classrooms, including all gender- and race-based banners
Republican lawmakers want to ban political banners and flags from public schools in Idaho, but would still allow foreign flags to be flown. Earlier this week, state Rep. Edward Hill (R) introduced House Bill 10, which would limit the types of flags and banners allowed in public elementary and middle schools. The bill concerns the […]