NYT: “Do you see any checks on your power on the world stage? Is there anything that could stop you if you wanted to?” President Trump: “Yeah, there is one thing. My own morality. My own mind.

For years now, a familiar outrage cycle has played on repeat: Donald Trump wants ambassadors who agree with him. News cable panels gasp. Editorial boards clutch pearls.

A few hours ago the Trump White House announced a Memorandum that marks a far more consequential rupture with the modern architecture of global governance than we expect most headlines, coming over the next few days, will suggest.The United States has formally withdrawn from 66 international orga...

As of January 2, 2026, the United States enters the second year of President Donald Trump's second term amid economic resilience, political polarization, technological acceleration, and global uncertainties. With Republican control of the White House and Congress, policy focuses on tariffs, deregulation, and immigration enforcement have shaped early actions. This article examines the nation's current state and projections for 2026, based on recent forecasts and analyses.

Flight engineers, pilots, scientists and others flew multiple harrowing missions into Melissa without pay. They wanted to do far more. Show Caption Scientists working to learn why some tropical storms suddenly intensify to become devastating major hurricanes say it’s important to learn all the...

This article examines the alarming progress of Project 2025, a plan outlined by the Heritage Foundation that threatens to dismantle many aspects of American democracy and civil rights. It highlights how nearly half the actions promoted under this regime have already been implemented, leading to the rollback of protections for marginalized groups, the militarization of immigration enforcement, and the erosion of public programs. The piece warns that these developments represent a shift towards authoritarianism, with the nation inching closer to losing its democratic freedoms under the guise of law and order.

Erna Hammerschmidt's story highlights the widespread Medicaid fraud in Democrat-led states like Minnesota, exposing a corrupt welfare system exploited for profit. Under Trump’s administration, efforts increased to investigate and combat such abuses, emphasizing the need for systemic reform to protect honest taxpayers and vulnerable Americans.

This article explores how the real 'monsters' in society are often disguised as ordinary people or institutions, particularly focusing on how government and authority figures exploit fear, division, obedience, wealth, and privacy to maintain control. Drawing on cultural references like Rod Serling's 'The Twilight Zone' and John Carpenter's films, it warns of a corrupt power structure—the 'Vampire State'—that drains society's vitality. The piece emphasizes the importance of awakening individual conscience and civil disobedience to resist tyranny and reclaim freedom.

The article explores the exaggerated claims of authoritarianism directed at Donald Trump, emphasizing that much of the rhetoric is performative and historically rooted in hyperbole. It argues that Trump's actions, while aggressive, reflect institutional development rather than true tyranny, and that current accusations often lack perspective, contributing to a hyperheated political climate that inflates normal political discourse into dangerous overreach.

Conservative think tank members and Idaho lawmakers are planning to push further immigration enforcement measures in the 2026 legislative session, including stricter laws on illegal immigration, reporting requirements, and English language mandates. Key figures from the Heritage Foundation discussed ongoing efforts and proposed bills, emphasizing increased enforcement and restrictions amidst national concerns over illegal immigration.

The article discusses how third-party litigation funding, supported by Wall Street and foreign actors, has transformed the American justice system into a profit-driven enterprise. It highlights historical legal changes, case studies like Minnesota, and the influence of overseas funding, emphasizing the ethical and national security risks. The piece advocates for legislative action to prohibit or regulate third-party funding practices to preserve justice and prevent corruption.

Senator Mark Warner criticized the Trump administration for excluding Democrats from briefings on military strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean. He emphasized the importance of bipartisan transparency and oversight, calling the move a dangerous precedent. Reports indicate legal justification for the strikes exists, but Warner demands full briefings and legal documents be shared with Congress. The Pentagon states the appropriate committees have been briefed. The incident follows ongoing scrutiny from Congress and bipartisan concern over the legality and due process of these military actions, including recent strikes that resulted in multiple fatalities of suspected narco-terrorists.