Author: Kevin Parker

A convicted child molester, David Allen Funston, was slated for release under California’s Elderly Parole Program but was arrested at about 7:30 a.m. after Placer County filed new charges from a 1996 Roseville case, intervening just hours before his scheduled freedom; the move exposed tensions between parole boards, the governor’s office, and local prosecutors over public safety and the design of the law. David Allen Funston, 64, was serving three life terms for kidnapping and child molestation when prosecutors in Placer County refiled charges and issued a warrant that led to his transfer to law enforcement custody. He had been…

The shooting at a Texas bar early Sunday left two people dead and 14 others wounded, with witnesses and officials describing a chaotic scene and noting the suspect wore a sweatshirt that said “Property of Allah,” and another shirt with unclear markings as investigators work to piece together motive and sequence. The attack unfolded early Sunday inside a crowded bar in Texas, according to local reports, and left patrons scrambling for cover. Emergency crews arrived quickly and transported injured people to nearby hospitals. Law enforcement secured the scene and began a forensic sweep that continued into the morning. Two people…

The United Arab Emirates presents itself as a cosmopolitan magnet for expatriates, combining ambitious development and strict order to create a place where many come to work, invest, and live under a glossy, well-policed surface. “The United Arab Emirates has sold itself to foreigners for years as a sunny, safe, tax-free oasis.” That marketing line has shaped tourist brochures, relocation packages, and the expectations of millions who arrive each year. Behind the slogan are modern skylines, world-class malls, and airports designed to move people and cargo at scale. The promise has driven a migration pattern that reshaped cities and industries…

This piece looks at recent controversy over FDA talk on food dyes and the White House push to boost domestic glyphosate production, exploring how policy, farming practices, and consumer concerns collide in the middle. There’s a political uproar about alleged backpedaling by the Food and Drug Administration on food dyes, and at the same time the administration has signed an executive order to expand domestic production of glyphosate. On the surface these sound like separate fights, but both touch the same themes: regulatory certainty, supply chain resilience, and the practical needs of farmers. These debates deserve clear thinking instead of…

Foreterra, an autonomous robotics and defense company headquartered in Maryland, has opened a new office in Arlington, Virginia, positioning itself closer to the Pentagon and Washington-area defense customers. Foreterra’s arrival in Arlington signals a strategic move toward the centers of U.S. defense decision-making. The company is known for developing autonomous systems for military and commercial use, and the new office puts staff and leadership within easy reach of key Pentagon offices and nearby defense contractors. Officials say the location will improve daily collaboration with government customers and speed up program coordination. The Arlington office complements Foreterra’s Maryland headquarters rather than…

On Feb. 25, the day after President Donald Trump delivered a memorable and at times contentious State of the Union address before a joint session of Congress, Senate Leader John Thune (R-SD) pledged to force a vote in the upper chamber on what is commonly referred to as the SAVE Act. The pledge from Senator John Thune on Feb. 25 moved the SAVE Act from talking point to immediate Senate business, putting pressure on lawmakers to show where they stand. That timing, coming right after the State of the Union, turned a high-profile speech into legislative momentum. Republicans seized the…

A grand jury on Wednesday rejected indictments in the case of a fatal shooting during a traffic encounter in Texas last year, a decision that leaves questions about accountability, the role of federal immigration agents, and how we handle confrontations on our roads. A grand jury on Wednesday rejected indictments over the fatal shooting last year of a U.S. citizen by a federal immigration agent during a traffic encounter in Texas, prosecutors said. That short sentence carries a lot: it names the parties involved, the basic timeline, and the legal outcome that now shapes the next steps. The choice not…

Police departments facing recruitment shortfalls quietly opened their doors to noncitizens, touching off debates about law, public safety, and who should be trusted to wear a badge. Departments across the country are up against a simple problem: fewer people want to join law enforcement after years of intense scrutiny. With overtime costs climbing and retirements accelerating, chiefs looked for fast fixes to keep patrols running and shifts covered. That scramble created openings others rushed to fill, and not all of the hires fit the traditional profile of an American officer. As they struggled to fill their ranks amid a backlash…

California’s governor’s office snapped at a reporter after she asked for documentation about his dyslexia, with an aide reportedly telling “award-winning RealClearPolitics Reporter Susan Crabtree” to “f-ck off.” The exchange has fueled questions about transparency, press access, and the tone from Gov. Gavin Newsom’s team, coming as Newsom also faced criticism for remarks directed at the black governor of Atlanta that many found offensive. The moment that went viral started with a simple request: documentation confirming the governor’s dyslexia. When “award-winning RealClearPolitics Reporter Susan Crabtree” asked for that paperwork, a spokesman for Gov. Gavin Newsom answered with profanity and dismissal,…

British police say Peter Mandelson, the former U.K. ambassador to the United States, has been released on bail after an arrest tied to an Epstein files misconduct probe, a development that puts a high-profile political figure under criminal scrutiny and raises questions about how the powerful are treated by the system. Police in Britain confirmed that Peter Mandelson was arrested and later released on bail in connection with an investigation stemming from the Epstein files, and that basic fact alone demands attention from anyone who cares about principle over pedigree. This is news because Mandelson is not a random private…