Treasury chief Bessent considers 11 candidates for the Federal Reserve chair position

Slatestone Wealth Chief Market Strategist Kenny Polcari weighs in on how global matters are influencing the Kraman Countdown market. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Tuesday that the Trump administration will start interviewing candidates for the chair of the Federal Reserve System after Labor Day. Bessent shared these details during an interview with CNBC’s ‘Squawk […]
52 arrests in DC involve MS-13 gang member in Trump federal action

Crackdown on Crime in Washington, D.C. A member of the MS-13 gang, previously charged with DUI and drug possession, was among 52 individuals arrested in Washington, D.C. on a recent Monday night. Following this incident, Pam Bondi took to X to share her thoughts, mentioning, “Our nation’s capital is becoming a safer place. We’re just […]
Indiana woman charged with federal offenses for making threats against Trump on social media

Federal Charges Against Indiana Woman for Threats to President Trump In an alarming development, an Indiana woman is facing federal charges for allegedly threatening President Donald Trump on social media. Natalie Rose Jones, 50, from Lafayette, is accused of making threats that include luring the President and causing physical harm, as stated by the Department […]
30 suspected members of the Tren de Aragua gang charged with federal crimes in Colorado

In Colorado, thirty individuals linked to the Tren de Aragua (TDA) gang—a Venezuelan criminal organization labeled as a foreign terrorist group—are facing serious charges including murder, drug trafficking, and firearms-related offenses. The gang is notorious for its violent practices, encompassing murder, coercion, drug deals, and human trafficking, and their influence has reportedly spread into communities […]
Trump reveals plan to eliminate mail-in voting for federal elections, stating that ‘Elections cannot be fair with mail-in ballots’

Trump Challenges Mail-in Voting President Donald Trump has expressed a strong opposition to mail-in voting, labeling it as fraudulent and emphasizing a need to restore “integrity” to the electoral process. In a lengthy social media post, he articulated his stance clearly. “I’m going to lead the move to get rid of mail-in votes. It’s a […]
Trump feels hopeful about addressing crime in D.C. following a federal intervention that led to nearly 400 arrests, including 135 undocumented immigrants.

Federal Control of DC Police Announced by President Trump President Donald Trump has indicated that Washington, D.C. is becoming safer, despite previous issues with crime, particularly as the city has recently been highlighted for high homicide rates. Interestingly, reports emerged regarding the clearing of three significant homeless encampments without incident. In a post on Truth […]
What causes changes to the federal jobs report?

The recent revision of the employment report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is stirring up political controversy following President Trump’s dismissal of the agency’s chief earlier this month. The updated report disclosed an astonishing revision of 258,000 jobs for May and June, leading to accusations from critics who suggest these figures were politically […]
Pence commends Trump’s federal National Guard response to the crime issue in D.C.

Mike Pence Supports Trump’s Actions on Crime in D.C. In a recent interview with CNN’s Jake Tapper, former Vice President Mike Pence expressed his support for President Donald Trump’s measures to address crime in Washington, D.C. This conversation came up during a segment on “The Nation,” where Pence was asked about Trump’s decision to send […]
Pirro assumes responsibility for DC safety in Trump’s federal takeover strategy

DC Policing and Janine Piro’s Initiative Johnine Piro is stepping more prominently into the spotlight as she takes on her role as a US lawyer for Washington, D.C., emphasizing the city’s transformation under President Donald Trump’s administration. With her background on “The Five,” she now aims to fulfill Trump’s vision of a “liberation day” for […]
Trump nearing decision on reducing federal penalties for marijuana: sources

In Trump World, there’s a quieter, yet significant debate swirling around the legalization of marijuana. It’s not about the flashy media like the Epstein documentary, but rather a more intricate conflict over its legal status. From what I hear, Trump feels somewhat boxed in. There seems to be pressure on him from the federal government […]