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JERUSALEM / GAZA – In a moment of profound relief and historic diplomatic success, Hamas on Monday released all 20 remaining living Israeli hostages captured during the October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks, marking a definitive milestone in the first phase of a U.S.-brokered Middle East peace deal to end the conflict in Gaza.
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Washington DC, in a significant diplomatic development, President Donald Trump announced late yesterday evening that the first step in a phased deal between Hamas and Israel to end the conflict in the Gaza Strip has been finalized.
The announcement comes just one day after the solemn second anniversary of the devastating attack by Hamas and other Hamas-led groups that tragically killed nearly 1,200 Israelis.
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FBI SHUTS DOWN PARTNERSHIP: Director Kash Patel Cites “Hate Map” and Partisan Activism in Severing All Ties with Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC).
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a major development with significant implications for how federal law enforcement interacts with activist organizations, the FBI has severed all ties with the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). FBI Director Kash Patel made the announcement on Friday, stating that the group’s “hate map” and overtly partisan activism made the SPLC unfit for partnership with the Bureau.
SHUTDOWN BACKFIRES? Trump Seizes “Unprecedented Opportunity” to Permanently Cut Federal Agencies, Touting Project 2025 Architect
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a dramatic escalation of the government shutdown standoff, President Donald Trump has declared the impasse an “unprecedented opportunity” to reshape the federal landscape. On Thursday, the President vowed to consult with his budget chief to identify and permanently slash what he calls “Democrat Agencies” and a “political SCAM.”
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DEJA VU: U.S. Government Shuts Down for 11th Time—But Do You Remember the 34-DAY Record Holder That “Wiped Billions from the Economy”…?
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. government officially entered its latest shutdown at 12:01 a.m. EDT this morning after Congressional leaders failed to pass a last-minute funding bill. This marks the 11th full government shutdown in U.S. history, and while the ultimate length of this one is unknown, past crises suggest it may not be a quick fix.
The shutdown immediately rattled investors, with stocks mildly in the red on Wednesday as markets reacted to the political gridlock.
Continue reading How Long Can a Shutdown Last? History Reveals the Longest U.S. Government Standoff
Shutdown CONFIRMED: Congress Fails to Pass Spending Bill as Trump Threatens ‘Irreversible’ Program Cuts—What This Means for Federal Workers.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The federal government officially entered a shutdown at midnight on Wednesday after congressional leaders failed to reach a consensus on a stopgap spending bill, creating immediate instability in federal operations and leaving lawmakers scrambling for a solution.
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SHOCK SHUTDOWN MOVE: White House Directs Agencies to Plan MASS FEDERAL FIRINGS—Not Just Furloughs
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Washington DC, the stakes in the ongoing congressional standoff over government funding have dramatically escalated. Just one week before the funding deadline, the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has directed federal agencies to draft highly unusual plans for permanently eliminating federal jobs in the event of a government shutdown.
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Washington DC, a revealing letter from Alphabet, the parent company of Google and YouTube, has just dropped a bombshell. In a document sent to the House Judiciary Committee, the tech giant detailed how the Biden administration pressured them to remove content during the COVID-19 pandemic. This letter not only shines a light on past government influence but also warns of a future where foreign regulations could threaten free expression.
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Washington DC, in a series of posts on his social media platform, President Donald Trump publicly expressed his frustration with Attorney General Pam Bondi, urging her to move more quickly on investigations into several high-profile political figures. Trump questioned why there appeared to be a “delay” in bringing charges against former FBI Director James Comey, Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff, and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
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Washington DC, with the clock ticking toward a deadline, President Donald Trump said on Friday that the government could shut down “for a period of time” amid an ongoing stalemate between Republicans and Democrats in the Senate. The president expressed pessimism about the two sides reaching a deal that can secure the necessary 60 votes to keep the government funded.
Continue reading President Trump Predicts Government Shutdown, Citing ‘Crazy’ Impasse with Democrats
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Washington DC, on September 17, 2025, President Donald Trump stunned the nation by designating the far-left Antifa movement a “major terrorist organization,” vowing to crush its influence in a fiery Truth Social post. From Bergen County to Utah, this bold action follows the assassination of conservative icon Charlie Kirk, with Trump targeting Antifa’s funders and signaling a broader war on radical left groups.
Continue reading Antifa Branded Terrorist Organization in Major Crackdown!
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Washington DC, a routine Senate oversight hearing turned into a dramatic confrontation on Tuesday as FBI Director Kash Patel faced off against Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ). The heated exchange, filled with shouting and accusations, quickly went viral and has become a stark symbol of the deep political divisions currently gripping Washington.
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Washington DC, The investigation into the assassination of conservative pundit Charlie Kirk has taken a new turn. The FBI and state agencies are now actively investigating multiple leftist groups in Utah for possible advance knowledge or material support in the killing.
Frank Pallotta
Frankly Speaking, NJ
Former Congressional Candidate, NJ05
Wall Street Veteran
Another young leader is gone. The news of Charlie Kirk’s assassination last week hit like a punch in the gut – not just for his supporters, but for anyone who cares about freedom of speech, the pulse of democracy and the power of dissent. It’s a familiar echo, tragically, in the American story: a vibrant voice silenced, and the question hanging in the air—what now?
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Washington DC, in a major breakthrough in the high-profile assassination of conservative firebrand Charlie Kirk, authorities have identified and taken a suspect into custody. The individual, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, was arrested following a multi-day manhunt and a massive outpouring of tips from the public.
Continue reading Suspect in Charlie Kirk Assassination Identified as Tyler Robinson, Now in Custody
