Social Security Fairness Act: Addressing unfair taxes and the legislation designed to resolve it
February 20, 2026, 5:03 a.m. ET Some congressional members are expressing concerns that the Social Security Fairness Act, signed into law in early 2025, is unfair regarding taxes. This legislation worked to eliminate the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO), which had previously reduced benefits for about 3.2 million public sector […]
Nervous investors should consider purchasing these two telecom stocks for security, according to an analyst.
Telecom Sector Offers Stability for Investors, Says Daiwa Capital Daiwa Capital Markets recently highlighted the communications sector as a secure option for investors amid increasing market volatility. Analyst Jonathan Keyes remarked, “In times of economic uncertainty, the telecom industry’s consistent operations, loyal customer base, and predictable financial outcomes provide a refuge for anxious investors.” He […]
Gabon Closes Social Media for National Security Reasons
On Wednesday, Gabon announced it would suspend certain social media platforms for disseminating “inappropriate, defamatory, hateful and abusive” content, asserting that such material jeopardizes “social cohesion, the stability of the republic’s institutions and national security.” The Gabonese High Authority for Communications (HAC) reported that the ban was put in place “immediately” and will last until […]
Is your hobby drone a potential security concern?
Texas AG Files Lawsuit Against Drone and Smart Home Companies Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a lawsuit claiming that some drone manufacturers and smart home technology companies are concealing their relationships with the Chinese Communist Party, potentially jeopardizing the data of American consumers. According to the lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court for […]
Democrats challenge funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security that backs ICE enforcement activities
Debate on DHS Funding Bill Highlights Division Over Law Enforcement Support As discussions around the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funding bill continue, a troubling reality is emerging. It seems that many Democrats are reluctant to support the law enforcement officers whose role is to ensure community safety. Instead of aiding DHS and ICE in […]
The transformation of ICE from a security agency after 9/11 to a focus on immigration issues
As the standoff over funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) continues, former officials express concerns about Congress’s involvement in the agency’s operations. They suggest that the current demands for oversight mark a significant shift for a department that has largely operated independently since the events of September 11, 2001. John Sandweg, a former […]
Foxborough considering preventing World Cup games due to a $7 million security concern
Foxboro Threatens to Block World Cup Games Over Security Costs In Foxboro, Massachusetts, local officials are contemplating a hardline stance regarding the seven World Cup matches planned for Gillette Stadium in 2026. They’re demanding clarity on the source of over $7 million in security funding before granting the necessary entertainment license. To date, the city […]
US transfers 6,000 ISIS detainees from Syria to Iraq due to security worries
Significant Developments in ISIS Detention and Transfer Operations Recent insights reveal that around 6,000 ISIS detainees, labeled as “the worst of the worst” by a U.S. intelligence official, are currently held in northern Syria. This situation is precarious, with rising clashes and insecurity threatening Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, who are tasked with managing these militants […]
‘The View’ co-hosts concur that AOC made awkward mistakes at the Munich Security Conference
On “The View,” several co-hosts critiqued New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez for what they deemed an awkward moment during her appearance at the Munich Security Conference in Germany. Ocasio-Cortez, a prominent figure in the Democratic Party and often mentioned in discussions about the 2028 presidential election, expressed her discomfort regarding some of her comments from […]
Security Council meeting on Gaza rescheduled before Trump’s Board of Peace meeting
UN Security Council to Address Gaza Ceasefire and West Bank Expansion The United Nations Security Council is set to hold a significant meeting on Wednesday focused on the delicate ceasefire in Gaza and Israel’s ongoing expansion in the West Bank. This comes as attention shifts towards President Donald Trump’s first meeting of the newly established […]