Author: Darnell Thompkins

Darnell Thompkins is a conservative opinion writer from Atlanta, GA, known for his insightful commentary on politics, culture, and community issues. With a passion for championing traditional values and personal responsibility, Darnell brings a thoughtful Southern perspective to the national conversation. His writing aims to inspire meaningful dialogue and advocate for policies that strengthen families and empower individuals.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is taking a bold stand against leftist judicial interference, proposing a game-changing strategy to protect President Trump’s America First agenda from activist judges. DeSantis is calling on Congress to strip jurisdiction from federal courts that have repeatedly obstructed Trump’s policies—a move well within constitutional authority and long overdue in the fight against deep-state sabotage. For years, radical, unelected federal judges—dubbed “resistance judges”—have stood in the way of policies that millions of Americans voted for. From border security to deregulation, judges handpicked by Obama and Clinton have thrown legal roadblocks at Trump’s executive actions, effectively overriding the…

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The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) launched a highly coordinated military operation in Gaza on Monday after Hamas once again refused to release Israeli hostages, violating ceasefire agreements and demonstrating its continued disregard for human life and international law. The decision to strike was not taken lightly, but was deemed absolutely necessary by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz, who have made it clear that Israel will not tolerate terrorism nor allow Hamas to dictate terms through violence and extortion. The IDF operation targeted key Hamas strongholds, neutralizing dozens of terrorist operatives and dismantling infrastructure used to launch…

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Elon Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are at the center of a politically charged legal battle, as radical leftist forces attempt to sabotage one of the most transformative government reform initiatives in American history. The attack, led by 14 Democrat state attorneys general, is nothing more than a desperate attempt to preserve Washington’s bloated, inefficient bureaucracy and prevent President Donald Trump’s vision of a lean, accountable government from being realized. Judge Tanya Chutkan, a well-known anti-Trump activist in a robe, has ordered DOGE to turn over highly sensitive plans detailing how the agency intends to cut through…

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President Donald Trump’s historic effort to streamline the Department of Education and return power to the states is facing fierce opposition from liberal strongholds. Twenty states, led by leftist governments in California and New York, along with Washington, D.C., have filed a lawsuit challenging Trump’s decision to cut over 1,315 Department of Education employees—a move that slashes the agency’s bloated workforce by nearly 50%. This lawsuit is a desperate attempt by entrenched bureaucrats to preserve Washington’s control over America’s schools. The plaintiff states claim that these staff reductions will cause “immense damage” by reducing federal oversight of education programs. In…

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Brazil’s latest infrastructure venture, the construction of the so-called “Avenida Liberdade,” is nothing short of an environmental catastrophe disguised as progress. This four-lane, eight-mile highway, meant to improve access to Belem, is being sold as a “sustainable mobility project” by government officials and climate summit organizers. But beneath the thin veneer of eco-friendly branding lies a grim reality: the reckless destruction of the Amazon rainforest to accommodate a single event—the 30th annual Conference of the Parties (COP30). The irony is staggering. Brazilian authorities claim this project will modernize Belem, providing wildlife crossings, solar-powered lighting, and bike lanes. However, these token…

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Mary Comans, a former top official at FEMA, recently found herself at the center of a legal storm involving accusations she misallocated funds meant for disaster relief. The controversy erupted when the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) reported that FEMA had spent nearly $60 million to house illegal immigrants in luxury hotels in New York City. Following this revelation, Comans was swiftly terminated by the Trump administration, but now she is fighting back with a lawsuit against FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In her lawsuit, Comans argues that she was unfairly fired and publicly shamed without due…

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is back in the spotlight after firing three more individuals linked to the controversy in Florida post-Hurricane Milton. Many will recall the uproar when it emerged that FEMA officials allegedly bypassed homes displaying signs supporting then-presidential candidate Donald Trump. This scandal has been under investigation for some time, and it seems the agency is now wrapping up its inquiries. Acting FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton recently updated U.S. Rep. James Comer, head of the Oversight and Government Reform Committee, with the latest developments. Hamilton’s letter stated the investigation had concluded, and three more individuals were…

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Millions of Americans are facing the threat of financial scams, with a significant number losing their hard-earned money. According to a survey by Bankrate, nearly a third of U.S. adults have encountered financial fraud or scams in the past year. Of those, about 37 percent actually lost money, whether from someone accessing their personal information or sending funds to scammers. Younger generations, surprisingly, seem to be losing more money to scams compared to older folks. While baby boomers and Gen X might experience more fraud, Gen Z and millennials are more often the ones who end up with empty pockets.…

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New York City recently faced a setback in court regarding its attempt to reclaim $80.5 million in federal grants, originally provided during the Biden administration to manage the influx of illegal immigrants. A federal judge, Jennifer Rearden, decided against the city’s plea to have these funds returned immediately, stating that New York City had not demonstrated any irreparable harm and could potentially win the funds back if their lawsuit succeeds. This decision came after a hearing held in Manhattan’s federal court. The legal tussle began on February 4 when city officials took action against the decision by the Federal Emergency…

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The Internal Revenue Service is planning a significant workforce reduction, aiming to cut up to 50% of its current staff. With around 100,000 employees currently on the payroll, the potential reduction could affect approximately 45,000 positions. This move follows the Biden administration’s expansion of the IRS, which saw the hiring of 88,000 agents ostensibly targeting the middle class. President Trump recently initiated workforce reductions by letting go of 6,000 IRS employees. The New York Times reported that those terminated were mostly individuals hired under the Biden administration. According to ABC News, this is part of a broader strategy by the…

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