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Darnell Thompkins is a Canadian-born American and conservative opinion writer who brings a unique perspective to political and cultural discussions. Passionate about traditional values and individual freedoms, Darnell's commentary reflects his commitment to fostering meaningful dialogue. When he's not writing, he enjoys watching hockey and celebrating the sport that connects his Canadian roots with his American journey.
A sharp exchange over a viral clip has focused attention on how public messaging can affect military order, prompting calls for accountability, clearer standards, and a reminder that discipline inside the armed forces matters to national security. When public figures discuss actions that touch the military, words carry weight, and that became obvious in this case. Pete Hegseth said the ‘reckless and seditious video … was clearly intended to undermine good order and military discipline.’ That sentence landed hard because it frames the clip not as mere commentary but as something that could threaten cohesion. From a Republican perspective, preserving…
The piece looks at the evolving role of the U.S. Space Force, how Pentagon policy is shifting around commercial satellites, and why public-private partnership matters for national security and competitive advantage. Bill Woolf, the president and founder of the Space Force Association, joins the show to talk about the future of the U.S. Space Force, the Pentagon’s relationship with commercial satellites, and The conversation here is about realistic priorities for space as a domain of national defense. Republicans favor a strong, capable Space Force that acts decisively to deter threats and protect American assets. That means focusing on resilience, clear…
A court in Pakistan’s capital sentenced seven people to life in prison on Friday, including three journalists, two YouTubers and two retired army officers, after finding them guilty of inciting violence. The judgment landed hard and fast in Pakistan’s capital, sending seven individuals to life behind bars on Friday. The group included three journalists, two YouTubers and two retired army officers, reflecting a mix of media figures and former security personnel. The court’s decision centers on charges that they played a role in provoking unrest, a charge that carries big legal and political consequences. Officials framed the verdict as a…
Zohran Mamdani took the oath of office just after midnight Thursday at a decommissioned Manhattan subway station, marking the official start of his term as mayor of New York City. Zohran Mamdani stepped into office at an unusual location, a decommissioned subway station in Manhattan, and he took his oath just after midnight on Thursday. The choice of venue was symbolic, connecting the ceremony to the city’s transit history while also underscoring a desire to signal change. The late-hour swearing-in added a theatrical touch to a transition that will be judged on results, not gestures. The early hours and the…
After a Supreme Court setback, President Trump announced Wednesday that he is abandoning his efforts, for now, to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland, Oregon; the move reflects a pause in federal plans to send uniformed personnel into those cities while legal and political battles play out. Washington’s intervention in city policing has become a flashpoint between the federal government and local authorities. From a Republican viewpoint, the goal was straightforward: use federal resources to restore order where local officials seemed unable or unwilling to control surging crime and street unrest. The Supreme Court setback changed…
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China staged broad military drills around Taiwan on Monday, sending army, navy, air force and rocket force units into coordinated operations labeled Justice Mission 2025, a move that raises regional tensions and draws sharp comment from U.S. and allied observers. What happened near Taiwan this week was unmistakable: coordinated drills meant to test and display multi-branch capability. The operation, called Justice Mission 2025, involved units from the army, navy, air force and rocket force moving in concert around the island. That kind of joint activity signals a step up from single-branch probes to a more integrated campaign posture. From a…
Tony McCollister used to be a recognizable face in a suburban reality show that tried to normalize nontraditional relationships in Ohio. A&E aired Neighbors With Benefits in 2015, and the show premiered on March 22, 2015, only to disappear after two episodes because of backlash. The network filmed more episodes but pulled them quickly as public reaction made continuation untenable. That abrupt cancellation made the series a brief cultural flashpoint rather than a sustained conversation. The program was framed by the network as an exploration of everyday life among people living outside conventional relationship norms. The network described its cast…
The Chinese military announced joint air, naval and rocket force drills around Taiwan on Monday, calling the operation a “stern warning” aimed at separatist forces, as tensions in the region continue to shape strategic calculations across Asia and beyond. The People’s Liberation Army said it dispatched air, navy and rocket troops to conduct coordinated exercises near Taiwan, framing the moves as a response to separatist activities. Beijing labeled the operation a “stern warning” and presented the drills as routine training with a political message. Those words are part of a steady drumbeat that raises the stakes for regional security and…
President Trump pushed back sharply after the Justice Department announced it had found additional documents tied to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and said those materials would take weeks to be released. The Justice Department confirmed it had located more records connected to Jeffrey Epstein and warned the public the release would not be immediate. President Trump railed against the release of more documents relating to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after the Justice Department said it had found more, but it would take weeks to release. That announcement set off a predictable clash over transparency, timing, and…