Author: Chelsea Betonie

President-elect Donald Trump has made headlines with his strong “America First” picks for key government positions. Names like Kash Patel for FBI director, Pete Hegseth for defense secretary, and Tom Homan as the “border czar” have earned widespread approval from his supporters. However, Trump’s choice for Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) administrator, Chad Chronister, is sparking sharp criticism for his controversial leadership as Hillsborough County Sheriff in Florida. While Trump has stated that Chronister will “secure the Border, stop the flow of fentanyl and other illegal drugs, and SAVE LIVES,” many critics are pointing to his record as evidence that he…

On Monday, Rep. Dan Goldman (D-NY) found himself in an uncomfortable spotlight during an interview on CNN. Anchor Brianna Keilar confronted Goldman with a clip of his own words, where he had confidently dismissed the possibility of President Joe Biden pardoning his son, Hunter Biden. The pointed exchange came on the heels of Biden’s unexpected decision to issue a full pardon for Hunter on Sunday night, igniting criticism from across the political spectrum. The segment began with Keilar playing a clip from July 2023 in which Goldman defended President Biden’s commitment to judicial independence and insisted that a pardon for…

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to issue sweeping pardons for individuals involved in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, intensifying a political firestorm ignited by President Joe Biden’s recent decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden. Trump, who reclaimed the White House last month, took to Truth Social to criticize the Justice Department and hint at a major act of clemency. “Does the Pardon given by Joe to Hunter include the J-6 Hostages, who have now been imprisoned for years? Such an abuse and miscarriage of Justice!” Trump posted, referring to those charged or detained for actions on January 6.…

President-elect Donald Trump is preparing to dismantle President Joe Biden’s controversial student loan forgiveness program, citing its unconstitutionality and fiscal irresponsibility. According to Politico, Trump’s transition team is actively working to unwind the initiative, marking a significant shift in federal policy as Republicans assume power in Washington. Biden announced his sweeping student loan forgiveness plan in August 2022, promising relief to millions of borrowers. The program aimed to cancel up to $10,000 in student debt for individuals earning $125,000 or less annually and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients. With an estimated cost exceeding $400 billion, the initiative sparked…

An Ohio artist has created a monumental two-story bronze statue capturing President-elect Donald Trump’s iconic “Fight!” moment following a July assassination attempt. The statue, designed by renowned sculptor Alan Cottrill, aims to memorialize Trump’s defiance and courage during a harrowing rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a would-be assassin’s bullet narrowly missed the former president. The statue is expected to be unveiled at Trump’s inauguration in January, standing as a symbol of resilience and defiance for supporters and as a tribute to those who showed bravery during the tragic event. The dramatic moment occurred during a Trump rally in Butler on…

Popular podcaster Joe Rogan recently revealed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed interest in appearing on his show, but Rogan turned down the request. The admission came during a lively episode of The Joe Rogan Experience on Spotify, where Rogan discussed the matter with comedians Shane Gillis, Mark Normand, and Ari Shaffir. “They tried to get Zelensky on. I was like, what are you talking about?” Rogan told his guests, expressing disbelief at the suggestion. He provided no further details on the invitation but implied that his decision was rooted in a desire to remain neutral in political controversies, particularly…

The Michigan Wolverines and Ohio State Buckeyes rivalry reached a boiling point on Saturday, as a post-game brawl erupted following Michigan’s dramatic 13-10 victory in Columbus. Tensions flared when Michigan players attempted to plant their school’s flag at midfield, igniting a chaotic scene between the two teams in front of a stunned crowd. The highly anticipated matchup between Michigan and Ohio State was already charged with emotion, as the Wolverines secured a narrow victory over their rivals on the Buckeyes’ home turf. The win was Michigan’s third consecutive triumph over Ohio State, further intensifying the rivalry between these storied programs.…

With President-elect Donald Trump promising a sweeping series of tariffs—25% on imports from Mexico and Canada and 10% on goods from China—U.S. importers are rushing to stockpile products before the tariffs take effect. The surge in freight frontloading has caused a spike in international cargo flights and increased activity in global supply chains, particularly in China. Data from China’s Ministry of Transport reveals a dramatic rise in international cargo flights. Last week saw 3,485 such flights, the highest volume since March 2023, when China emerged from prolonged COVID-19 lockdowns. It marked the third consecutive week with over 3,400 flights, underscoring…

The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is seeking public input on proposed rule changes to combat fraudulent campaign contributions, particularly through untraceable electronic payments. This comes in the wake of allegations of donation laundering schemes involving stolen identities and false payment methods, raising significant concerns about the integrity of campaign financing. Last month, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton called for a Department of Justice investigation into ActBlue, citing evidence of fraudulent donations allegedly laundered through the platform. According to Paxton, a network of false identities was used to make thousands of small-dollar contributions, potentially masking illegal sources of funds. The scheme,…

The 2024 election delivered a political shockwave across the United States: every single state moved to the right. Republicans made gains even in historically Democratic strongholds like New York, California, and New Jersey, reflecting a nationwide shift in voter preferences. A map showcasing these changes highlights states that moved furthest right, with darker red tones representing the most significant shifts. Notably, this trend wasn’t limited to Republican strongholds—blue states also saw substantial movement toward the GOP. The state that experienced the largest rightward shift was West Virginia, where Republicans extended their advantage by 11.5 percentage points. This dramatic change is…