Author: Brittany Mays

House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senator Rand Paul are clashing over President Trump’s legislative package, known as the “big, beautiful bill.” This package includes spending cuts and a debt ceiling increase. Johnson, speaking on Fox News Sunday with Shannon Bream, emphasized the necessity of extending the debt ceiling to avoid a default. Johnson was firm in his stance, stating that the debt ceiling extension is crucial. “It sounds like [Paul’s] biggest objection is the fact that we are extending the debt ceiling. That’s a critically important thing to do. We have to do it,” he asserted. He noted the lack…

A Georgia woman, missing for weeks, has been found alive in California’s Sierra Nevada. Tiffany Slaton, aged 27 and from Jefferson, was discovered by the owner of the Vermilion Valley Resort near Lake Edison. He noticed one of his cabins was occupied and found Slaton inside, according to the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office. “She pops out, didn’t say a word, just ran up and all she wanted was a hug,” said Christopher Gutierrez, the property owner. It was a surreal moment for him as he realized who she was. Slaton had been reported missing by her family on April 29…

There’s been quite a buzz online and in the news about the Trump administration’s push to bring an end to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Recently, after some persuasion from President Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed to meet with Russia’s Vladimir Putin in Turkey. This meeting is set to take place on Thursday, and many are hopeful it might lead to some real progress. Zelensky had been firm about needing a ceasefire starting Monday before he’d agree to these talks. It’s still uncertain whether Putin will agree to pause the fighting temporarily. Initially, Putin suggested this Thursday meeting…

President Donald Trump recently announced some positive developments in the ongoing trade discussions between the United States and China. He shared that there had been “great progress made” and that further talks were scheduled with Chinese officials. This comes amid efforts to resolve the tensions caused by the tariffs both nations have imposed on each other’s imports. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent held a meeting in Switzerland with Chinese officials, a move that underscores the seriousness of the discussions. Trump highlighted this on his TruthSocial platform, noting, “A very good meeting today with China, in Switzerland. Many things discussed, much agreed…

A group of 16 states, along with the District of Columbia, has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration. They claim it is unlawfully withholding billions in funding meant for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. This lawsuit, announced on April 7, has been spearheaded by attorneys general from California, Colorado, and Washington, and was brought to the District Court for the Western District of Washington. The funds in question amount to $5 billion, originally set aside under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program in 2022. This program was created through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known…

Donald Trump faced an unexpected challenge during his initial 100 days in office: federal judges swiftly challenging his policies. This swift opposition has led Trump and his allies to call for the impeachment of judges opposing his actions. However, Chief Justice John Roberts has defended the judiciary’s independence, opposing the idea of impeachment for such judges. In a recent discussion in Buffalo, New York, Roberts emphasized the judiciary’s crucial role as an independent branch of government. He highlighted that the judiciary must remain separate from the executive branch to appropriately interpret the Constitution. Roberts stressed that the federal bench’s independence…

Tyler Chase Butler, a 27-year-old Virginia resident, now finds himself entangled in a high-profile legal battle after what many view as a tragic but understandable act of self-defense. Butler is being charged with second-degree murder and multiple firearm-related felonies after fatally shooting 18-year-old Michael Bosworth Jr. during a late-night encounter outside his home. The case has ignited a fierce national debate on the rights of homeowners to defend themselves, their families, and their property—especially amid rising reports of TikTok pranks, trespassing, and home invasions. The incident occurred just after 3 a.m. in Spotsylvania County, when Butler, believing he was the…

Americans were fed up with the constant push of leftist agendas, which is one reason why Donald Trump found support in his reelection bid. Trump has been trying to put a stop to these liberal ideas, but some cities, particularly blue cities in red states, see themselves as the “resistance” to his plans. Salt Lake City, Utah, is a prime example of this mindset, where city leaders prioritize symbolic actions over addressing pressing issues like the economy and crime. Recently, Utah and Idaho have passed laws that prevent unofficial flags from being flown on government properties, including schools. In response,…

The House recently decided to pull a bill that aimed to make anti-Israel boycotts a criminal act, after it stirred up quite a bit of controversy. This bill, known as the IGO Anti-Boycott Act, was designed to penalize Americans who participated in boycotts against Israel if these boycotts were supported by international bodies like the United Nations or European Union. Republican Rep. Mike Lawler from New York was behind this legislation, which threatened hefty fines up to $1 million and possible prison sentences up to 20 years for violators. Many Republicans were quick to express their disapproval, arguing that the…

A federal judge has issued a controversial order demanding that the United States government process and admit approximately 12,000 refugees, once again highlighting the deep tensions between activist judges and the immigration enforcement policies championed by former President Donald Trump. U.S. District Judge Jamal Whitehead, appointed by President Joe Biden, delivered the ruling in defiance of previous efforts to strengthen national security and protect American resources through stricter immigration controls. His decision mandates the provision of full resettlement support services to this large group of refugees, despite growing public concerns about the unchecked influx of foreign nationals into the country.…