This week marks the National Day of Remembrance for Charlie Kirk: Key information to consider
Video above: Crowds gather outside Charlie Kirk’s September memorial service. It’s been over a month since conservative activist Charlie Kirk was tragically killed while speaking at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Last month, both the House and Senate passed a resolution to honor Kirk on what would have been his 32nd birthday, which is […]
Major Donor Marc Benioff Suggests Trump Deploy National Guard to San Francisco
Democrats were taken aback when Marc Benioff, CEO of Salesforce and a well-known Democratic supporter, expressed his belief that President Donald Trump is performing admirably and suggested that the National Guard be dispatched to San Francisco. A number of Democrats are against the idea of deploying the National Guard to cities plagued by crime or […]
Judge rules National Guard can remain in Illinois but cannot conduct patrols
Judge Rules on National Guard Deployment in Illinois A judge decided on Saturday that the National Guard, dispatched to Illinois by President Donald Trump to address crime, can remain in the state. However, they are not permitted to patrol or be assigned to protect federal properties. Earlier, the Trump administration had sought an emergency stay […]
Court reinstates Trump’s authority over Illinois National Guard, but prevents deployment
A federal appeals court has partially reinstated President Trump’s authority over the National Guard in Chicago and Illinois, but has barred him from deploying the troops within the state. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit granted part of the Trump administration’s request, allowing for the federalization of Illinois’ National Guard. However, it […]
Legal challenges arise over Trump’s use of National Guard in Oregon and Illinois
President Trump’s move to deploy the National Guard in Oregon and Illinois has encountered significant legal challenges. The administration asserts that these Democratic-led states are hindering federal immigration enforcement efforts. Government attorneys are defending the National Guard’s presence in Portland and Chicago, citing various constitutional grounds and legal precedents. Some legal scholars argue that Trump […]
Judge Prevents Trump’s Use of National Guard in Chicago
Federal Judge Blocks Trump from Deploying National Guard in Chicago A federal judge, appointed by President Biden, has halted President Trump’s plan to send the National Guard to Chicago. The intention behind the deployment was to protect federal workers from violent protests. U.S. District Judge April Perry issued a preliminary ruling to block the move. […]
The Evolution of St. Cloud National Bank into Wells Fargo Over Time
Banks in Central Minnesota’s Evolution Banks have been a part of central Minnesota since the 1860s. Mark Bragelman from Liberty Bank of Minnesota recently spoke with WJON about how the banking landscape has transformed over the years in the St. Cloud area. Daiichi National Bank The First National Bank, a notable historic site at the […]
Symphony Orchestra performs national anthem for the 250th anniversary of America
Patriotism Featured at the Kennedy Center Patriotism is taking on a significant role at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. As part of its 2025-2026 season, the National Symphony Orchestra plans to start each performance with the national anthem, marking the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Richard Grenell, the Kennedy Center Director, expressed his support […]
Most states intend to pull National Guard troops from DC this fall
Nearly half of the approximately 2,450 National Guard troops currently in Washington, D.C., are expected to leave this fall, as President Trump continues his crime enforcement efforts. Officials from Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, Ohio, and West Virginia are coordinating to withdraw a total of 1,131 troops by late October or November, according to a report. […]
National deficit reaches $1.8 trillion due to unprecedented debt interest expenses
Warnings About National Debt and Spending Maya McGuineas, the chairperson of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, expressed concerns about the country’s $38 trillion debt, which she described as “unsustainable.” She urged lawmakers to prioritize reform of entitlement programs and restore fiscal discipline. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released projections this Wednesday indicating that […]