$130 million given to the Department of War by unknown benefactor to support troops
On Friday, the Department of Defense revealed it accepted a substantial $130 million in anonymous donations to ensure military personnel receive their salaries amid the ongoing government shutdown. This move is quite unusual, raising some legal questions. President Trump made the announcement the previous day, explaining that he was sending these funds to offset what […]
Democrats Dismiss Joint Measure to Compensate Troops and Key Federal Employees During Shutdown
Senate Democrats Reject Military Pay Bill During Shutdown On Thursday, Senate Democrats turned down a proposal aimed at ensuring that U.S. military personnel and certain federal employees would receive their paychecks throughout the ongoing government shutdown. The vote concluded with a tally of 54-45, primarily along party lines, in favor of the bill introduced by […]
Trump cancels plan to deploy federal troops in San Francisco
President Donald Trump has decided not to proceed with a planned influx of federal agents and troops into San Francisco this weekend. On Thursday, Trump mentioned on Truth Social that local leaders had requested him to hold off on the operation, noting that Mayor Daniel Lurie is reportedly making notable progress. “I spoke to Mayor […]
Court decides Trump has the legal right to send National Guard troops to Portland
Appeals Court Supports Trump’s National Guard Deployment in Portland A panel of judges from an appeals court has determined that President Donald Trump is authorized to deploy the National Guard to Portland in order to secure federal facilities facing unrest. Activists, particularly those opposing deportation, have been holding frequently violent protests at the Immigration and […]
Court permits Trump to send National Guard troops to Portland
A federal appeals court ruled on Monday that President Trump could soon send the National Guard to Oregon, bolstering his plans to deploy troops in various Democratic-majority cities. A 2-1 decision from a panel of the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals lifted an earlier order that had prevented Trump from deploying the National Guard […]
Trump gives a clear answer on whether US troops will assist in eliminating Hamas if the group continues to misbehave.
Trump’s Firm Stance on Hamas and U.S. Troops On Monday, President Trump shared significant insights regarding the potential role of U.S. troops in tackling Hamas, particularly if the group continues to disrupt the peace deal with Israel. Seated alongside the Australian Prime Minister at the White House, Trump took questions from the press. “They have […]
National Guard troops are departing Washington. What have they achieved?
In August, President Trump stated that crime in Washington, D.C., is “out of control.” He expressed concerns regarding public safety, stating it jeopardizes public servants, residents, tourists, and even disrupts the functioning of the federal government. To address these issues, he described a city plagued by “blood, carnage, filth, and worse” and issued an Executive […]
Court denies Trump administration’s request to send troops to Chicago during appeal
A federal appeals court has decided against the Trump administration’s attempt to lift an injunction that prevents the National Guard from being deployed throughout Illinois. A three-judge panel upheld a temporary injunction initially issued by Judge April Perry of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The ruling indicated that there was […]
Thune will make Democrats vote on funding for the troops amid the shutdown.
Senate Majority Leader’s Push for Military Pay Bill Senate Majority Leader John Thune, a Republican from South Dakota, is aiming to compel Democrats to vote soon on legislation intended to ensure over a million military personnel receive their pay during the ongoing government shutdown. This move is part of his strategy to bring attention to […]
Democrats Prevent Bill To Fund Troops Amid Shutdown
Senate Blocks Defense Spending Bill Amid Shutdown On Thursday afternoon, Senate Democrats blocked a defense spending bill intended to ensure military personnel receive their pay during the ongoing government shutdown. The Senate vote ended at 50-44, with just three Democrats opting to break from Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer in favor of the bill that […]