Federal planning commission approves construction of Trump’s huge victory arch in Arlington

The White House has backed proposed plans for a large Independence Arch.

The National Capital Planning Commission voted Thursday to approve President Donald Trump’s proposed triumphal arch in Washington, clearing a key step toward construction. The 250-foot monument, modeled on Paris’s Arc de Triomphe, is planned near Memorial Bridge, where visitors travel from Arlington National Cemetery into the capital. The commission approved the proposal 8-4 after a […]

West Hollywood unanimously approves a rule protecting polyamorous relationships

West Hollywood unanimously approves a rule protecting polyamorous relationships

West Hollywood, California, has unanimously approved an ordinance offering certain legal protections to people in relationships involving more than two partners. The measure says the city supports recognizing and respecting consensual, committed relationships involving multiple adults and protecting those partners from discrimination. The City Council voted 5-0 to let people in relationships of three or […]

STUNNING REVERSAL: Federal appeals court approves Trump administration’s efforts to separate ballots suspected of being cast by noncitizens

STUNNING REVERSAL: Federal appeals court approves Trump administration’s efforts to separate ballots suspected of being cast by noncitizens

The Trump administration can again direct election officials to hold aside ballots suspected of being cast by noncitizens, following a split decision from the Ninth Circuit on Election Day. Last month, the Justice Department and Department of Homeland Security warned election officials that counting ballots cast by suspected noncitizens could expose them to criminal liability. […]

Egyptian Parliament Approves Military Support for Saudi Arabia

Egyptian Parliament Approves Military Support for Saudi Arabia

Egyptian Parliament Authorizes Troop Deployment to Saudi Arabia The Egyptian Parliament voted on Monday to grant President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi the power to send troops to Saudi Arabia. This move aims to assist the kingdom in defending against attacks from Houthi insurgents in Yemen, who are backed by Iran. Sisi had asked for this authority […]

Trump Approves Diesel Tax Relief for Farmers and Truck Drivers

Trump Approves Diesel Tax Relief for Farmers and Truck Drivers

Trump Signs Executive Order to Lower Diesel Costs President Donald Trump signed an executive order at a rally in Grand Island, Nebraska, allowing red-dyed off-road diesel to be used on highways temporarily. This measure also delays federal excise tax payments on that fuel until the end of 2026 without any interest or penalties. “Today I’m […]

Newsom approves a 25% tax on private immigrant detention facilities in California

Newsom says investigation by the Justice Department is politically motivated due to timeline concerns

California Imposes 25% Tax on Private Detention Centers California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed into law a bill that imposes a 25% tax on private detention centers partnering with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This move has been framed as a way to counteract President Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration policies and the privatization of federal […]

DOJ comically RIDICULES Newsom after he approves laws to limit ICE activities in California

DOJ comically RIDICULES Newsom after he approves laws to limit ICE activities in California

California Governor Signs Immigration Restrictions California Governor Gavin Newsom has been ridiculed by a U.S. attorney after enacting new measures aimed at limiting federal immigration operations in the state. In his efforts to enhance his political profile—potentially eyeing a presidential bid in 2028—Newsom has aggressively opposed the Trump administration. In a pointed response, First Assistant […]