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A Solution to the Birthright Citizenship Problem
During the 2024 campaign, Donald Trump repeatedly promised to “end birthright citizenship” for children born in the U.S. to noncitizen parents. After winning by an electoral landslide, on Jan. 20, 2025, President Trump issued…
Trump Admin Claims Victory in Iran But Prepares for More
The White House is declaring Operation Epic Fury a success and pushing for a negotiated peace, while also making clear that U.S. forces are prepared to escalate if Iran fails to comply. The White House said on Wednesday the…
There’s No Such Thing as a Free Bus
One of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s big campaign promises was that under his leadership, everyone in the city would be able to ride “free” buses, but the idea is reportedly now on pause. “Mamdani’s highly-touted demands…
Governor Spanberger Should Veto HB 355
As Virginia’s public schools fail at their core mission—educating children—state legislators are expanding their role in ways that encroach on parental rights. Debra Gardner, a former social worker who was first elected to…
Ex-FBI Agents Sue After Firings Linked to Trump Investigation
For the second time in less than a month, former FBI agents involved in former special counsel Jack Smith’s investigation of President Donald Trump have sued, alleging wrongful termination. Three former agents, Jamie Garman,…
Oil Prices Jump After Trump Vows to ‘Finish the Job’ in Iran
The price of oil surged on Thursday, after President Donald Trump pledged in an address to the nation to “finish the job” in Iran and said America’s allies should help open up the oil trade stalled by the conflict. During his…
Trump, Hegseth Urge UK to Enter Iran Conflict, Secure Oil Trade
President Donald Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth are accusing the United Kingdom of not helping secure the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping lane targeted by Iran. “All of those countries that can’t get jet fuel…
Trump Reveals If He’s Considering Withdrawing Casey Means
After President Donald Trump discussed the possibility of withdrawing his nomination of Dr. Casey Means for surgeon general, press secretary Karoline Leavitt clarified that the president stands by her. Leavitt told The Daily…
Chicago Bulls Dump Player for Critique of Pride Month
The Chicago Bulls waived guard Jaden Ivey after he called out the NBA for its celebration of Pride Month. The Bulls announced Ivey’s departure on Monday “due to conduct detrimental to the team.” This came after Ivey posted a…
West African Nations Should Be Paying Reparations for Slavery
The United Nations—that leechlike relic of the 20th century that still pretends to be important—last week passed a resolution to declare the trans-Atlantic slave trade the “gravest crime against humanity.” While the…
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