DOJ TARGETS Fed Chair Powell – UNPRECEDENTED Criminal Probe

The Department of Justice has launched an unprecedented criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, serving grand jury subpoenas that threaten to shatter the century-old wall between monetary policy and political interference. Story Highlights ...

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State Turns U.S Licenses Into Tracking Devices

Kentucky just turned your driver’s license into an app, and whether that thrills you or terrifies you says a lot about where America is...

Reagan Son Dead at 80 – Cause Announced

Michael Reagan, the adopted son who fiercely guarded his father Ronald Reagan's conservative legacy, died at 80 after a private cancer battle, leaving conservatives mourning a true warrior for American principles. Story Snapshot Michael Reagan passed away on January 4, 2026, in Los Angeles, surrounded by family including wife Colleen and daughters Cameron and Ashley. Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation confirmed the death, praising his lifelong devotion to his father's ideals of freedom and responsibility. He battled cancer, as revealed by Young America's Foundation, echoing family tragedies like sister Maureen's cancer death in 2001. Conservative radio host, Newsmax contributor, and author...

2,000 Agents DEPLOYED To Fraud Ridden City

A massive federal operation deploying roughly 2,000 agents to Minneapolis has sparked nationwide attention, but the real story behind this surge reveals a complex web of unsubstantiated viral claims, alleged fraud schemes, and immigration enforcement that's far more nuanced than headlines suggest.Story OverviewDHS deployed approximately 1,000 additional federal agents to Minneapolis-St. Paul in a 30-day operation starting in early January 2026The operation targets alleged fraud in state child care subsidies linked to Somali-run daycares, not a pure immigration crackdownThe surge was triggered by a viral but unsubstantiated video claiming fake daycare operationsTotal agent count reaches roughly 2,000 when including...

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El Salvador President Torches Pathetic Dem Statement

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele cleverly uses a social media blitz to challenge domestic and international critics following the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President...

DMV Glitch Wipes 325K REAL IDs

California DMV's 20-year software glitch just invalidated 325,000 REAL IDs, exposing vulnerabilities in government ID systems that could disrupt travel for legal immigrants right before federal deadlines. Story Snapshot DMV error from 2006 affects 325,000 REAL IDs, or 1.5% of holders, mainly green card and visa holders. Software miscalculated expiration dates, setting them beyond authorized stays for noncitizens. Agency waives fees, expedites reissues, and contacts affected individuals directly. No security breaches occurred; IDs never issued to undocumented people. Proactive audit under Director Steve Gordon prevents larger issues ahead of 2026 enforcement. Software Error Traced to 2006 Schwarzenegger Era California DMV's legacy system,...

Deadly Superbug Invades 27 States – Medical Crisis

A new health threat emerges as a deadly superbug spreads across 27 states, challenging medical facilities nationwide. Story Snapshot Deadly fungus infects over 7,000 people in 2025. Hospitals and nursing homes grapple with drug-resistant infections. Superbug presence confirmed in 27 states. CDC monitors and tracks the outbreak's progression. Superbug's Alarming Spread Across the U.S. In 2025, a concerning health crisis unfolds as a drug-resistant and deadly fungus has infected over 7,000 individuals across the United States. This superbug's spread has been confirmed in 27 states, presenting a significant challenge for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical facilities. The Centers for Disease Control...

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Musk UNLEASHES Legal War Over Restroom Rights

Elon Musk's X platform will fund the legal defense of a Texas Republican woman facing criminal prosecution for photographing a transgender individual in a...

China Purchases 500 US Schools – Taking Over

Chinese Communist money is not “buying” American schools outright, but it is quietly renting space in hundreds of classrooms—and that difference matters more than most parents realize.Story SnapshotHouse Republicans are moving to cut off K–12 schools from Chinese Communist Party–linked cash and contracts.Confucius Classrooms and rebranded programs embed Beijing-approved content in more than 500 U.S. school districts.Conservatives see this as a United Front influence campaign, not harmless cultural exchange.Pending House bills could force schools to choose between foreign money and federal funds.How Chinese Influence Slipped Into American ClassroomsChinese Communist Party influence in U.S. education did not start with K–12...

DOJ Sues D.C. Over CONTROVERSIAL AR-15 Ban

The Department of Justice's recent lawsuit against Washington, D.C., could redefine the Second Amendment rights in urban America. Story Snapshot The DOJ challenges Washington, D.C.'s ban on AR-15s as unconstitutional. Geography should not dictate constitutional rights, argues Attorney General Pam Bondi. The lawsuit relies on landmark Supreme Court cases Heller and Bruen. A new DOJ section focuses on gun rights as a civil rights issue. The Legal Battle Unfolds The Department of Justice filed a groundbreaking lawsuit against Washington, D.C., on December 23, 2025, challenging the city's stringent ban on AR-15s and other semi-automatic firearms. This legal move is rooted in the...

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