Author: Kevin Parker

Merit First: How University Leadership Makes or Breaks America’s Colleges America’s universities will fail to succeed unless they choose leaders based on who is the most qualified candidate and who is best equipped to lead the university into a promising future – regardless of leftist attacks. That idea isn’t partisan chatter, it’s simple logic: institutions survive or crumble based on leadership. Colleges that ignore experience and competence trade long-term strength for short-term headlines. Picking leaders on merit means focusing on track record, academic credentials, and proven management skills. It also means valuing fund‑raising ability, curriculum oversight, and a clear plan…

Katherine Clark Says Leverage Justifies Pain of a Shutdown Katherine Clark, Democrat Whip of the U.S. House of Representatives, made it plain when she acknowledged the trade-off in blunt terms: “Shutdowns are terrible. And of course there will be families that are going to suffer. We take that responsibility very seriously, but […]” That admission cuts through any suggestion that the damage is accidental; it was framed as part of a calculation. When a senior Democratic leader admits willingness to allow hardship to preserve leverage, voters should take it seriously. That kind of political calculus puts party goals ahead of…

Supreme Court to Decide Whether Marijuana Users Can Keep Their Guns The Supreme Court is gearing up for a high-stakes clash over gun rights and federal drug law that will matter to everyday Americans. This fight cuts straight to whether personal freedoms survive when federal statutes collide with state choices on marijuana. The dispute began with a Texas case where federal agents found a firearm and the man admitted to regular marijuana use, sparking felony charges under federal guns-and-drugs statutes. That prosecution has climbed the appeals ladder and is now set for arguments early next year at the nation’s highest…

Why Brennan’s ‘Not Involved’ Claim on the Steele Dossier Falls Short The public argument over the origins of the Steele dossier has been messy and partisan, but some facts are stubborn. As more documents and timelines emerged, it became harder to accept a neat, exculpatory narrative from intelligence officials who were central to the events. ‘Brennan’s assertion that the CIA was not ‘involved at all’ with the Steele dossier cannot be reconciled with the facts.’ Officials like John Brennan defended the agency’s distance from the dossier, yet emails and memos show contacts and handoffs between private researchers, contractors, and intelligence…

Immigration and Customs Enforcement stepped up enforcement in recent days and arrested dozens of people they describe as some of the worst offenders. The agency reports these arrests included those convicted of sex crimes, robbery, murder, and human trafficking. This is the kind of targeted action communities expect when the rule of law matters. The timing matters because citizens feel the immediate impact of violent crime and exploitation. When enforcement is consistent, it deters repeat offenders and protects vulnerable victims. That practical effect is the real measure of success for any immigration policy. Too often, tough work by federal agents…

FBI Director Kash Patel recently made waves with his announcement about a settlement involving 10 FBI whistleblowers. This came as a bit of a surprise since some of those involved hadn’t even agreed to anything yet. But it seems like the FBI might finally be ready to make amends for the way it treated these employees who blew the whistle on wrongdoing. Patel’s announcement was made on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, sparking a wave of excitement and relief. His post mentioned that agreements had been reached to include backpay, security clearance restoration, and reinstatement for…

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is stepping up its mission to remove some of the most dangerous criminal illegal aliens from the United States. ICE has flagged Noel Gerardo Niz-Marroquin, a 19-year-old from Guatemala, for deportation after he allegedly attacked a pregnant woman in Florida. The Department of Homeland Security shared a press release with Blaze News, highlighting this alarming incident. “What kind of depraved individual beats on a pregnant woman?” This question resonates as we consider the actions of Niz-Marroquin. He managed to cross the southern border illegally on March 14, 2022, and was subsequently allowed to remain in…

President Trump recently addressed the situation involving his former national security adviser, John Bolton, whose home and office were raided by the FBI. The investigation, led by FBI Director Kash Patel, is said to be connected to a previous classified documents probe. Trump made it clear that he had no prior knowledge of the raid and expressed his disdain for Bolton. The FBI’s actions, reportedly part of a revived investigation from years ago, caught the attention of many. Kash Patel emphasized the importance of accountability by stating, “NO ONE is above the law.” Trump, however, was quick to distance himself…

Deputy Treasury Secretary Michael Faulkender is stepping down from his position at the Treasury Department, a role he took on just five months ago. Two unnamed sources have confirmed this information, as initially reported by The Wall Street Journal. Faulkender’s departure follows closely on the heels of President Trump’s decision to remove former IRS Commissioner Billy Long. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed gratitude for Faulkender’s service, highlighting his significant contributions. Bessent stated, “Since January, he has played a critical role in overseeing the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s operations and executing on President Trump’s bold economic agenda.” Faulkender was instrumental…

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken legal action against the operators of LA Fitness, alleging they have created unnecessary hurdles for consumers trying to cancel gym memberships. The lawsuit claims the company has violated federal laws by failing to provide a straightforward cancellation process, leaving some members stuck with unwanted recurring charges. Fitness International, LLC, and Fitness & Sports Clubs, LLC, responsible for LA Fitness, Esporta Fitness, City Sports Club, and Club Studio, run over 600 locations across the nation with 3.7 million members, according to the FTC’s complaint. “We are disappointed that the FTC has chosen to pursue…