Author: Chelsea Betonie

Vice President JD Vance gave his brother a shout-out for his mayoral run in Cincinnati, helping him snag enough votes to move forward to the November election. Cory Bowman, 36, is not just a pastor and co-owner of a coffee shop in Cincinnati’s West End, but he’s also Vance’s half-brother. “When it comes to that relationship, I’ve said it over and over, but I’ll repeat it, he’s an amazing role model of mine,” shared Bowman. Deciding to take on the sitting mayor, Aftab Pureval, was a bold move for Bowman. This past Tuesday, Bowman, Pureval, and another candidate, Brian Frank,…

The Florida Supreme Court has stirred significant attention after recommending a suspension for a Broward County circuit judge. Judge Stefanie Moon is facing a 10-day suspension without pay due to allegations of improper political contributions, as detailed by WFTV. This decision surpasses the initial reprimand and fine suggested by a lower court panel. The controversy began when the state Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC) assessed Moon’s actions last month. They had initially concluded that a public reprimand and a fine of $2,115 would suffice. This amount was equivalent to the political contributions in question, serving as a financial lesson to the…

President Trump’s budget plan has certainly stirred the pot, especially with its proposal to cut the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s discretionary funding by over 40%. The administration’s rationale is clear: the current federal rental assistance program is labeled as “dysfunctional,” with a specific focus on the Housing Choice Voucher Program, or Section 8. By slashing rental aid by about 40%, the aim is to streamline and revamp how housing assistance is delivered. Supporters argue that the plan will enable states to tailor housing programs to their specific needs. The proposal seeks to convert existing federal programs into state-based…

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has declined U.S. President Donald Trump’s offer of military support, a move reported by the Wall Street Journal. Trump extended the offer to assist Mexico in tackling its cartel issues. However, Sheinbaum turned down the offer, maintaining Mexico’s independence. The Wall Street Journal highlighted Trump’s pressure on Mexico for deeper U.S. military involvement. The discussions focused on addressing Mexican drug cartels, with security becoming a critical negotiation point alongside trade and immigration. A notable exchange occurred during a tense 45-minute phone call between Trump and Sheinbaum. Reports indicate that the conversation reached a high point when…

Senator Ted Cruz from Texas is once again stepping up to the plate with a new bill aimed at helping families save money with fewer tax headaches. Previously, he’s pushed for expanding tax-deferred education savings plans and set up Education Savings Accounts for military families. Now, he’s rolling out the Universal Savings Account Act to let American families save without the usual restrictions and penalties tied to traditional tax-advantaged accounts. Cruz explains that this is all about giving families a simple way to build financial security and prosperity. “A simple and accessible incentive savings plan will provide families with a…

Vice President J.D. Vance played a crucial role in the Senate this week by casting the deciding vote to uphold President Donald Trump’s tariffs. This vote blocked a resolution that aimed to revoke the national emergency powers supporting these tariffs. Despite a Republican majority, the resolution tied at 49-49 after Senators Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, and Rand Paul sided with Democrats. The absence of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse was notable during this tight vote. McConnell’s spokesperson later clarified that the senator would have supported the resolution. This absence left Vice President Vance with the responsibility…

Federal authorities have uncovered and dismantled a large-scale marriage fraud ring that operated primarily out of Maryland and the broader East Coast, resulting in the indictment of four key individuals and the arrest of several others. According to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the operation, which dates back to at least 2022, involved the orchestration of sham marriages between U.S. citizens and foreign nationals seeking permanent residency and work authorization in the United States. These marriages were nothing more than transactional arrangements designed to abuse the U.S. immigration system—a tactic ICE investigators say is increasingly common but rigorously prosecuted…

The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to hear arguments concerning President Donald Trump’s bid to overturn injunctions against his order on birthright citizenship. The key date set for the oral arguments is May 15. Trump’s directive doesn’t aim to eliminate all birthright citizenship but seeks to redefine the criteria for children born in the U.S. to parents lacking permanent legal status. At present, three district court injunctions are hindering the progression of Trump’s order. The administration insists on the right to prepare for the proposed changes. Trump’s acting solicitor general emphasized that district courts should not have nationwide authority to…

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a major update to an immigrant database, aiming to verify the status of non-citizens across the nation. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer has issued a stern warning to the states: comply with President Donald Trump’s directives or risk losing federal funding. These directives are clear—only legal residents and citizens should receive unemployment benefits, a system not designed for illegal immigrants. Chavez-DeRemer emphasized in her letter to state governors that unemployment benefits are meant only for those who are legally allowed to work in the country. This aligns with a presidential memorandum titled “Preventing…

President Donald Trump recently announced an investigation into Act Blue, a prominent Democratic fundraising platform, citing potential violations of federal law. The focus is on alleged foreign “straw donors,” who are prohibited from contributing to U.S. elections due to concerns about undue influence. House Republicans have reportedly uncovered evidence of misconduct by Act Blue, which has been passed on to President Trump for further action. The state of the organization has been described as chaotic. A key document in Trump’s memorandum to the Department of Justice (DOJ) reads: The memorandum instructs the Attorney General to look into allegations of online…