Author: Karen Givens

Governor Gavin Newsom of California is attempting to change the state’s voting districts, but it seems most Californians aren’t on board with his plan. A recent poll by the University of California Berkeley and Politico shows that 64% of voters prefer to keep the current independent commission that handles redistricting. Only 36% want to give that power back to the state legislature. This poll is not the best news for Newsom, especially since he has been vocal against redistricting efforts in Republican states like Texas. Texas is looking to add five more GOP-leaning seats, and Newsom has been critical of…

James Clapper, the former Director of National Intelligence, sent an email just two months after Donald Trump won the 2016 election, discussing the investigation into alleged Russian collusion. This email, kept under wraps until recently, has been released by current DNI Tulsi Gabbard. She’s been diligently working to expose the origins of the Russiagate scandal and hold accountable the Obama administration officials involved. In the email, Clapper communicated with former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey, among others. He stated, “The decision to compromise standards and violate protocols in the creation of the 2017 manufactured intelligence…

Eleanor Holmes Norton, the Democratic delegate-at-large for Washington, D.C., and Maryland’s Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen announced plans to propose legislation granting full authority over the D.C. National Guard to the district. President Donald Trump, on the same day, voiced his intention to tackle crime in the capital by implementing Section 740 of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act. This act permits the president to assume temporary control of the city’s police force if he deems the situation an emergency. Trump also mobilized 800 D.C. National Guard troops, expected to arrive in the city soon, to provide various forms…

Scammers have been having a field day, tricking older Americans out of a whopping $445 million in 2024 alone. This is a massive jump from the $55 million reported just four years ago in 2020. These con artists are getting sneakier, and sadly, it’s the seniors who are bearing the brunt of it. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sounding the alarm on this troubling trend. They say the scams often involve fraudsters pretending to be government officials or business representatives. It’s a dirty trick, and unfortunately, many older folks have lost $10,000 or even their entire life savings because…

A recent government report revealed an alarming 14% rise in the homeless population in Washington, D.C. compared to the previous year. In response, former President Donald Trump has stepped up with bold plans to tackle the issue. Trump’s strategy includes relocating the homeless and getting tough on crime, emphasizing the need for immediate action. Trump’s announcement was made via a Truth Social post, where he stated, “The Homeless have to move out, IMMEDIATELY.” He assured that accommodations would be provided, but emphasized they would be “FAR from the Capital.” Meanwhile, his message to criminals was clear: they belong in jail.…

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a bold move by reallocating nearly $500 million from mRNA vaccine development towards “safer, broader vaccine platforms that remain effective even as viruses mutate.” This decision caused quite a stir, not just among the public health establishment and mainstream media but also some traditional conservatives. While the National Review editors praised COVID-19 vaccines for their alleged reduction in severe outcomes, they also noted that the virus naturally became “less severe over time.” The editors cited President Biden’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which claimed that vaccines reduced hospitalization and…

President Trump recently took decisive action by removing Erika McEntarfer from her post as Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics. He accused her of intentionally inflating employment numbers to aid Kamala Harris’s campaign. Citing a significant error, Trump noted that reported job figures were later revised down by nearly one million, a mistake he deemed the worst in over half a century. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett supported McEntarfer’s dismissal, highlighting a “partisan pattern” in the Bureau’s reporting. He stressed the importance of bringing in a “fresh set of eyes” to restore credibility. This move underscores the administration’s…

Washington, D.C.’s Attorney General Brian Schwalb is facing criticism after an alleged attack on a government employee, Edward Coristine, known as “Big Balls.” Schwalb, who assumed office in 2023, has been under scrutiny for his approach to juvenile crime and misdemeanors. The majority of adult criminal cases in D.C. are typically handled by the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Critics argue that Schwalb’s policies, such as downgrading felonies to misdemeanors, have contributed to rising crime rates. His focus on addressing “racial inequity” has led to the reduction or dismissal of charges in many juvenile cases. This approach has sparked debate about its…

The Supreme Court’s decision to ban racial preferences in educational admissions has raised eyebrows, especially when some schools appear to be sidestepping this ruling. Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas have been vocal about their concerns, questioning why the court isn’t stepping in when high-demand schools like those in Boston seem to be ignoring the ruling. The situation is reminiscent of a similar case in Virginia that the court also chose not to review. In Boston, there’s a new lawsuit in play, brought by the Boston Parent Coalition for Academic Excellence. Parents of white and Asian-American students, who feel their…

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, the once-celebrated rap mogul, now finds himself in a precarious legal situation. Convicted on charges related to the transportation for prostitution, his legal team is working tirelessly to secure a presidential pardon. With his sentencing imminent, the defense team is leaving no stone unturned. Denied bail by Judge Arun Subramanian due to past admissions of violence, Diddy remains in the confines of MDC Brooklyn. His team is now seeking intervention from higher authorities, hoping for a favorable outcome. Attorney Nicole Westmoreland has confirmed ongoing efforts to engage the Trump administration for a pardon. In a statement, Westmoreland…