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Crime, guns, and taxes: Democrats seek to reshape Virginia moments after taking power

Democrats in the Virginia legislature introduced a slew of bills this week aimed at steering the commonwealth in a more liberal direction on issues such as gun control, elections, abortion, criminal justice, LGBT policy, race, and taxation — much to the …

How Trump’s ICE enforcement record blows Obama’s out of the water— by a lot

The media narrative against President Donald Trump’s effort to enforce immigration law was on full display last week at a White House press briefing. “Earlier you were just defending ICE agents . . . that they were doing everything correctly,” Niall …

Minneapolis Mayor Calls for Release of Activists Who Stormed Church Service

Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey is calling for the release of anti-ICE protesters who stormed a St. Paul, Minn., church on Sunday. He previously refused to condemn the activists for barging into the church and terrorizing congregants. Frey on Thursday …

A Botched Mugging

If I were the president of Panama, I’d be watching the skies over my canal right now, as a bully who’s been punched in the nose and has something to prove will be looking for a pipsqueak he can rough up to reassert his dominance. And if I were the prime …

Who We Are: Race and Meritocracy

Jason L. Riley, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and one of the most incisive voices in today’s debates over race and public policy, joins Rafael Mangual to discuss how the Left frames racial disparities to advance a victimhood mentality, rather …

Here’s what Richmond police Chief Rick Edwards asked ChatGPT about ICE, snowstorms

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Trump's 'ultimate deal' for Greenland could offer $1m each to residents as he dramatically backs down on tariff threat (...

Donald Trump last night dropped his threat to invade Greenland following a furious bust–up with Britain and other Nato allies. Speaking after talks with Nato chief Mark Rutte, the US President said he had agreed 'the framework of a future deal' …

Supreme Court seems inclined to keep Lisa Cook on Fed board despite Trump attempt to fire her. See how arguments ...

pinned Here’s what to know: What’s at stake? Trump’s campaign to unseat Cook marks an unprecedented bid to reshape the Fed board, which was designed to be largely independent from day-to-day politics. That way, it can take unpopular steps to fight …

It’s Already Time to Brace for the GTA 6 Discourse Because It's Going to be Exhausting

If things go as planned, GTA 6 will release on November 19, 2026. I'm not the only one with serious doubts about GTA 6's release date, I'm sure, but for now that's the official release date. And even if it doesn't make it to market this …

Editorial: FBI raid on reporter’s Virginia home demands vigorous opposition

The U.S. Department of Justice’s seizure of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson’s phone, laptops and a smart watch last week represents an unacceptable and unconstitutional intrusion on the rights of journalists. The First Amendment affords members of …

Commentary | The Graves Registry: The big hand-me-down award

"In a dictatorship, the weaker the regime is, the greater the repression." – Maria Corina Machado It’s a shame that Scott Baio isn’t really Oscar-worthy talent. Donald Trump would probably have one of them, too. I am wondering if the committee …

Trump's pardons forgive financial crimes that came with hundreds of millions in punishments

Just one year into his second term, President Donald Trump has pardoned an unusually high number of wealthy people accused of financial crimes, according to an NBC News analysis of the last four administrations. Over half of Trump’s 88 individual pardons …

Supreme Court takes up Fed governor's case. Who is Lisa…

Jan. 21, 2026, 11:21 a.m. ET The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments Jan. 21 in a case that will test the Federal Reserve’s independence and determine whether President Donald Trump can follow through on his plans to fire Fed Gov. Lisa Cook. It’s …

Who is Lisa Cook? The Fed governor at the center of Trump’s Supreme Court fight

Fox Business' Edward Lawrence reports on Federal Reserve Board of Governors nominee Stephen Miran's confirmation hearing and the DOJ's probe into Lisa Cook's mortgage fraud allegations on 'Special Report.' NEWYou can now listen to …

Supreme Court hears arguments over Trump firing Fed governor Lisa Cook. Follow live updates.

pinned Listen live: Supreme Court hears case on Trump’s attempt to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook What is the power of the president? — 11:51 a.m. By the Associated Press After Clement fields a series of questions about what kind of hearing an office holder …

How can the Democrats catch up to Trump

Once upon a time, there was a peaceable kingdom called the “postwar economy.” This economy provided broad prosperity through unionized manufacturing jobs. Dad went to work at the factory while Mom stayed home with the kids. You could buy a house, car, and …

Following Venezuela intervention: Russian minister visits Cuba as Trump ramps up pressure on Havana

Russia’s interior minister met with top leaders of ally Cuba in Havana on Tuesday, a show of solidarity after US President Donald Trump warned that the island’s longtime communist government “is ready to fall.” Trump this month told Havana to “make a deal …

What does Mamdani think ICE is FOR — cold drinks?

“What we see is an entity that has no interest in fulfilling its stated reason to exist,” Mayor Zohran Mamdani thundered Tuesday on “The View” to explain why “I am in support of abolishing ICE”; somehow none of the crack policy analysts on ABC’s chat show …

What Happened to Pam Bondi?

Updated at 3:00 p.m. ET on January 20, 2026 By the time she faced her first oversight hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Pam Bondi had become a person she never really wanted to be. She had told a reporter once that in college she’d wanted to …

Spiro Harrison & Nelson Welcomes Danielle LeGrand as Associate Attorney

LeGrand brings strong litigation background to SHN’s growing team in NJ and NYC MONTCLAIR, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spiro Harrison & Nelson, a law firm focused on strategic litigation and complex legal …

United States Distance Learning Association Supports My America Student Flag Program

Remote learning for students begins with understanding how to work together as a team while overcoming social and distance barriers WASHINGTON, FL, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Distance Learning Association ( …

FIRST United States Governor’s Cup — An Inaugural National Robotics Tournament Featuring All 50 States

The FIRST United States Governors Cup, a national competition that will unite the top high school robotics teams from all 50 states in a dynamic tournament. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Washington D.C. to …

Filmmaker Todd J. Stein’s The Final Fight Exposes a Broken Legal System

The Final Fight, a true-story indie film, shines a harsh light on guardianship abuse, exposing a little-known legal system harming families nationwide. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Few Americans …

STARRS Announces New Appointments to the Board of Directors and Advisory Board

Expanded Leadership Reinforces Organization’s Mission to Support America’s Military, Active Duty Members, and Veterans COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- STARRS (Stand Together Against Racism and Radicalism in …

TTW Unveils Top 50 Airports in Europe for 2026

TTW Unveils Top 50 Airports in Europe for 2026 NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Travel and aviation infrastructure in Europe is rapidly evolving, with airports embracing cutting-edge technologies like artificial …

Burlison Opens Hearing on Saving the American Dream Through Housing Affordability

WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Chairman Eric Burlison (R-Mo.) delivered opening remarks at today’s hearing on “Housing Affordability: Saving the American Dream.” In his opening statement, Subcommittee …

Federal IDEA Monitoring Report Highlights Due Process and Procedural Safeguards as a Compliance Priority

A federal IDEA monitoring report underscores that due process safeguards—notice, timelines, and evidence access—remain a top compliance priority. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Primary source: You can …

Springfield Man Sentenced on Federal Firearm Charge

Aaron Wayne Williams, 34, Springfield, Mo., was sentenced to 104 months in federal prison for illegally possessing firearms. 

Lawrence County Woman Sentenced for Wire Fraud Targeting the Missouri Lottery

Amy Young, 42, Mt. Vernon, Mo., sentenced in federal court today for her role in a wire fraud conspiracy and wire fraud scheme that targeted the Missouri Lottery Commission and an area gas station. 

Defendant Sentenced for His Role in International Human and Drug Smuggling Conspiracy

A defendant convicted in a scheme to illegally smuggle Honduran nationals and cocaine into the United States was sentenced today to 47 months in prison. According to court documents, Josue Alexander Flores Villeda (Villeda), 38, of Honduras, conspired with …

U.S. Attorney Jason A. Reding Quiñones Receives Key to the City of Hialeah on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

On Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, the City of Hialeah honored U.S. Attorney Jason A. Reding Quiñones by presenting him with the Key to the City in recognition of his leadership, public service, and sustained commitment to public safety in South Florida.

Oklahoma City Man Sentenced to Serve More Than Three Years in Federal Prison for Illegal Firearm Possession

Mexican National Sentenced to 25 Years for Meth Trafficking, an Illegal Firearm, and for Illegally Reentering the United ...

A Mexican national was sentenced in federal court today for possessing methamphetamine to distribute, illegally possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking, and illegally reentering the United States after having previously been deported.

Mexican national sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine in the Eastern District of ...

An illegal alien has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.

Louisville Man Sentenced to 15 years for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses

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Corporate Executives Sentenced for Sprawling Racketeering Conspiracy Aimed at Violating Immigration Laws

Eleven defendants, including the chief executive officer, president, chief financial officer, and controller of a Joplin, Mo., corporation, have been sentenced in federal court for their role in a racketeering conspiracy to hire, harbor, and transport …

Angelina County felon sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms violations

A Lufkin convicted felon has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking and firearms violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.

Plano man and woman convicted in Collin County sex trafficking conspiracy

A Plano man and woman have been convicted of federal sex trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs.