In a stark warning, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has characterized current global tensions as a potential “1939 moment,” urging decisive action to prevent history from repeating itself. He emphasized the need for significant investment to maintain military readiness and deterrence against multiple serious adversaries. Senator Mitch McConnell forcefully responded to…

Former Representative Mike Conaway of Texas voiced strong opposition to the proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern, arguing it would solidify market dominance for Class I freight railroads and threaten competition. In a statement, Conaway emphasized that while mergers are often touted as cost-saving measures, this specific deal…

WICHITA, Kansas (Newsmax) – As the nation grapples with international trade dynamics, Todd Tiahrt, former Representative from Kansas’s Fourth District and long-time champion of fair trade principles for American aviation, emphasized the importance of policies like the Aircraft Agreement on Tuesday. Tiahrt, who served in Congress for years representing Wichita—the…

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…