Author: Darnell Thompkins

Former interim U.S. Attorney for D.C. Ed Martin is facing misconduct allegations from Washington ethics investigators after a letter he sent to Georgetown Law raised questions about the university’s DEI programs. The allegation centers on a letter Mr. Martin sent to Georgetown Law that questioned the direction and influence of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at the institution. Ethics investigators in Washington have labeled that correspondence the basis for a misconduct claim, turning a private critique into an official inquiry. This sequence landed a former top prosecutor into a public dispute over professional conduct and academic policy. As a matter…

The hourslong security lines at a handful of U.S. airports this week highlight the potential problems when a government shutdown coincides with the busy spring break travel season. This piece looks at how screening slowdowns ripple through travel, the strain on workers, the economic hit for local businesses, and the political responsibility for keeping airports running. Travelers hit airport lines that stretched for hours, and the immediate fallout was visible in missed flights and frayed tempers. Airports operate on tight schedules where a few delayed checkpoints clog the entire system. When the government falters, ordinary people feel it first at…

A recent federal court filing alleges a noncitizen cast ballots in five presidential elections after falsely claiming to be a citizen on a voter registration form, and an FBI affidavit names a Mauritanian national in the case lodged in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. A noncitizen illegally present in the U.S. allegedly cast ballots in five presidential elections and falsely claimed to be a citizen when registering to vote, according to a document recently filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. An affidavit by FBI Special Agent Mickel McGann reveals…

Apple News shows almost no pickup for right-leaning outlets: Only 2% of aggregated articles came from those sources in February, but in Apple’s defense, that’s more than zero. Big tech platforms shape what millions of people read every day, and Apple News is no exception. From a Republican perspective, that power should be handled with fairness, not quiet gatekeeping. Consumers and publishers deserve transparency about how content is selected and surfaced. That 2 percent figure is striking because it points to a wider pattern, not just a single monthly blip. When conservative outlets are squeezed into a sliver of the…

Mary Walsh, a long-time CBS producer, quit after saying she faced pressure to conform amid new leadership changes, sparking debate over newsroom direction and journalistic standards. It never ceases to amaze how supposedly experienced big-box media types can’t fathom that it isn’t hard to look up receipts. Mary Walsh, described in some accounts as a “veteran CBS news producer,” announced her resignation on February 27 after a 46 years career with the network. Her exit put a spotlight on how newsroom cultures respond when leadership signals a shift in editorial tone. The story isn’t just about one person leaving a…

President Trump declared Sunday that Tehran’s moves to appoint new leaders won’t survive without the United States and his personal approval, and he pledged to be closely involved in how Washington responds. President Trump laid down a clear warning to Tehran, saying the regime’s leadership reshuffle won’t stand unless the U.S. allows it. Speaking in a blunt tone, he promised personal oversight of America’s reaction and signaled that the White House sees itself as the deciding force in the region. That kind of direct messaging is meant to make clear who calls the shots. From a Republican perspective, the message…

The Kansas City International Airport terminal reopened Sunday afternoon after a brief evacuation while authorities checked out a possible threat, and the airport resumed operations once officials cleared the scene. The Kansas City International Airport terminal reopened Sunday afternoon, hours after it was evacuated while authorities looked into a potential threat, the Kansas City Aviation Department said. Travelers and workers were asked to leave the terminal while law enforcement carried out an on-site investigation. Airport staff worked to move people safely away from the area and to establish a controlled perimeter until the situation was resolved. Witnesses described a sudden…

A short, clear look at a recent passenger disturbance that led to a diverted flight and an investigation by federal and local authorities. Air travel incidents are rare, but when they happen they ripple through the airline, airports, and law enforcement systems fast. A flight from Nashville was diverted to Atlanta Friday. Airports and carriers treat any onboard disturbance seriously, triggering coordinated responses that aim to protect passengers and crew while preserving evidence for investigators. The airline reported that the flight was rerouted as a precaution while officials assessed the situation on the ground. Crews followed standard protocols that prioritize…

The air campaign above Iran has surged into a vast, high-stakes conflict where US and Israeli air power moves with speed and precision, testing Iranian defenses, regional alliances, and political messaging in real time. The skies over Iran have become a concentrated theater of modern air warfare, layered with US and Israeli fighters and bombers operating in close coordination. In the first 103 hours of the fight, labeled Operation Epic Fury by the US and Operation Roaring Lion by Israel, these two air forces showed they can project power deep into contested airspace. What began as limited strikes has grown…

The debate over the SAVE America Act has turned into a messy tug-of-war between election integrity and sweeping federal rules, with both sides talking past each other while voters watch. Talk about voting rules has exploded into national headlines, and the SAVE America Act sits at the center of that noise. On one side are calls for straightforward requirements like voter ID and proof of U.S. citizenship to ensure ballots are cast only by eligible voters. On the other side are arguments focused on access and turnout that often resist tightening verification rules. Republicans pushing for the SAVE America Act…