The Trump administration has filed an emergency request with the U.S. Supreme Court, asking the justices to permit a freeze on billions of dollars in foreign aid, according to a report from The Washington Post. The filing follows a ruling from a U.S. appeals court on Friday, which upheld a lower court decision blocking the administration from halting foreign aid funds that … [Read more...] about White House Urges Supreme Court to Halt Billions in Foreign Aid Spending
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Trump Throws Weight Behind Hinson, Eyes Keeping Iowa Senate Seat in GOP Hands
President Donald Trump has endorsed Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) in her campaign for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), who announced she will not seek reelection. In a post on Truth Social Saturday, Trump praised Hinson as a “winner” and “a wonderful person” who has “always delivered for Iowa.” He added that she would be “an outstanding senator” … [Read more...] about Trump Throws Weight Behind Hinson, Eyes Keeping Iowa Senate Seat in GOP Hands
Jan. 6 Rioter Arrested in Virginia on Animal Attack Charges
Robert Keith Packer, 60, who was photographed wearing a “Camp Auschwitz” hoodie during the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol attack, has been arrested in Newport News, Virginia, on charges related to a dog attack, city officials said. Packer was taken into custody on Thursday following an investigation into the incident, which occurred on Monday, according to a city spokesperson. … [Read more...] about Jan. 6 Rioter Arrested in Virginia on Animal Attack Charges
Alleged Trump Assassin Faces Justice as Trial Opens Monday
Jury selection is scheduled to begin Monday in federal court in Fort Pierce, Florida, for Ryan Routh, who is accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump. Routh faces five federal charges and has indicated that he plans to represent himself, with court-appointed attorneys serving as standby counsel. During a hearing on Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Aileen … [Read more...] about Alleged Trump Assassin Faces Justice as Trial Opens Monday
State Dept Vows to End ‘Anti-Christian Bias,’ Promises Sweeping Changes
The U.S. State Department announced Friday that it will take steps to eliminate practices it described as discriminatory against Christians, citing a directive from the Trump administration. In a statement posted on the department’s official X account, officials said: “Our nation was founded on the recognition that moral virtue and a steadfast faith in God are necessary … [Read more...] about State Dept Vows to End ‘Anti-Christian Bias,’ Promises Sweeping Changes