A new Congress brings yet another expensive continuing resolution
The upcoming September 30th deadline looms for Congress as it scrambles to fund the government for the 2026 fiscal year, with both Republicans and Democrats feeling the pressure. Continuing resolutions have become almost a routine measure. There was, perhaps somewhat surprisingly, an attempt from the White House to stretch funding into January. Yet, the House […]
ExxonMobil is correct about Russia — going back would lead to trouble.
Recently, it came to light that ExxonMobil had been in secret discussions with Russian officials regarding a potential return to the country. However, the company’s CEO stated earlier this month that ExxonMobil has no intention of going back to Russia. Instead, the discussions centered around retrieving over $4 billion in assets that the Kremlin had […]
Syria’s leader claims Israel is delaying the peace deal
NEW YORK – As Syrian interim president Ahmed al-Shara prepares for a significant speech to the UN General Assembly, it appears that Israel is stalling progress on a peace agreement between the two nations. Al-Shara’s comments marked a shift from a statement made less than a day prior, where Syria claimed they were nearing a […]
Kimmel appreciates Cruz and conservatives for their support: ‘It requires bravery’
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel expressed gratitude towards some conservative figures on Tuesday after making his return to television following a brief suspension. “Above all, I want to acknowledge those who disagree with my show and my beliefs but still uphold the right to express their views,” Kimmel shared with his audience. “People like Ben Shapiro, […]
Congress needs to look into the destruction of drug boats.
In a surprising turn, President Trump has shifted from legal actions to aggressive military tactics, potentially marking the beginning of a conflict with Venezuela. The administration insists that the annual death toll of 100,000 Americans due to cocaine and fentanyl overdoses represents a serious terrorist threat, claiming that smuggling ships, which transport illegal drugs, are […]
The military is also taking over our immigration courts, not just in DC or at the border.
The Pentagon Deploys Military Lawyers to Immigration Courts The Pentagon is sending as many as 600 military lawyers to assist in immigration courts, which are currently facing a staggering backlog of over 3.5 million cases. To give you some context, the Immigration Examination Enforcement Bureau is in the process of hiring 700 immigration judges. Even […]
Republicans aim to intensify the impact of a possible shutdown on Democrats.
President Trump and GOP lawmakers are eager to make any potential government shutdown as difficult as possible for Democrats, and progress seems stalled as the deadline looms closer. Republicans and Democrats have been in discussions for weeks, turning down proposals for a straightforward stop-gap funding plan, while both parties aim to protect Affordable Care Act […]
Republican senators concerned about Kennedy’s influence on Trump’s unusual health suggestions
Republican Senators Question Trump’s Health Policy Choices A growing number of Republican senators are expressing discomfort with President Trump’s unorthodox health policies, particularly his endorsement of Health and Welfare Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his proposed changes to childhood vaccination schedules, which have drawn significant skepticism from the medical community. One senator remarked that […]
Trump’s $100K fee for H-1B visas concerns Silicon Valley
President Trump’s recent move to raise the application fee for H-1B visas to $100,000 has sent ripples throughout Silicon Valley. This increase is expected to create significant barriers for tech companies looking to hire foreign talent in the United States. The administration contends that imposing these hefty fees will motivate businesses to prioritize hiring American […]
Increasing independent voters create difficulties for both parties
The number of registered independent voters in the United States is on the rise, prompting political parties to consider how best to engage this group ahead of the mid-term elections and the 2028 presidential election. A recent report from Decision Desk HQ indicates that many states are providing critical voter registration benefits for those who […]