Category: Politics

The head of the Veterans Affairs Department has directed agencies nationwide under his purview to create a detailed internal database cataloging every non-U.S. citizen employee or contractor affiliated with VA operations — potentially including thousands of medical professionals and support staff. A memo, signed by VA Chief of Staff Christopher…

WARSAW — In an escalating show of defiance against international trade norms and mounting legal challenges, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned that any setback for President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff policy could cripple the nation’s economy. Speaking at the DealBook Summit in New York City, where business leaders…

During Tuesday’s cabinet meeting and subsequent press remarks aired on Newsmax, President Donald Trump made inflammatory statements about Somali immigrants. He referred to them as “garbage,” saying they contribute nothing to society. Trump stated: “They [Somali immigrants] contribute nothing… We’re bringing in people who aren’t people that say ‘let’s go’….

New York City Mayor Eric Adams signed two executive orders on Wednesday aimed at ensuring city agencies make decisions free from political activism against Israel. Executive Order 60 prohibits the city’s procurement departments and pension funds from engaging in any form of discrimination against Israel. This includes barring contracts with…

By Michael Katz In ongoing U.S.-brokered peace talks with Russia over the conflict in Ukraine, significant diplomatic hurdles remain. According to reports circulating prior to a Wednesday meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Brussels led by Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly deemed several proposals “absolutely unacceptable.” These efforts feature prominently…

In remarks broadcast on Newsmax Wednesday, Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin declared that Democrats should express gratitude for President Trump’s stringent measures against illegal immigration rather than resisting them. Mullin, speaking during an appearance on “Carl Higbie FRONTLINE,” stated unequivocally that the president is actively carrying out lawful enforcement actions….

Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., chair of the House Oversight Committee, has demanded documents from Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz concerning reports about fraud within state social services programs. In a letter to the governor, Comer stated serious concerns regarding taxpayer funds allegedly being misappropriated under his watch. “The Committee has serious…

CARACAS (AP) — Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro declared Wednesday he had a “respectful and cordial” phone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump earlier in the week, a claim that emerged first from Reuters amid days of speculation about direct contact between the two nations. Maduro addressed reporters in Caracas, stating…

CHICAGO (December 3) – Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed House Bill 460 into law, marking a significant policy shift. This legislation, effective January 1st of next year, amends the state’s RISE Act and makes illegal immigrants and some other noncitizens eligible for financial aid in higher education. The bill…

WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump on Wednesday staunchly defended his decision to issue full pardons to Representative Henry Cuellar and his wife Imelda, framing their release from federal bribery charges as a victimless act against political foes. In a press briefing at the White House, Trump dismissed the severity of…