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New Brunswick NJ, A disturbing new study from Rutgers University and the National Contagion Research Institute (NCRI) has brought to light an alarming trend: the growing acceptance—and even justification—of political violence and assassination, particularly among politically left-leaning segments of the U.S. population.
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New York NY, in one of the most unexpected political turnarounds of the year, President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani (D) emerged from a White House meeting with mutual praise and a surprising sense of camaraderie. The cordial meeting in the Oval Office stood in stark contrast to the months of bitter rhetoric that preceded it—rhetoric that saw Trump repeatedly deride the democratic socialist as a “communist lunatic” and Mamdani label the President a “despot.”
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Trenton NJ, the debate over the safety of acetaminophen (commonly known as Tylenol) during pregnancy has exploded into a national political controversy. Following a push from the Trump administration, the FDA has initiated a process to change the labeling on Tylenol to suggest a possible link to autism and ADHD—a move that has drawn fierce backlash from leading medical groups and even led to a public break with federal guidance by the New Jersey Health Department.
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Allendale NJ, according to multiple reports, former FBI Director and Allendale native James Comey is expected to be indicted in the coming days. The indictment, anticipated to be filed in the Eastern District of Virginia, will reportedly focus on allegations that he lied to Congress during his testimony on September 30, 2020.
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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.
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Washington DC, in a recent interview, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made headlines for a historical quip that sheds light on the internal dynamics of the Trump administration. Responding to a report that he threatened to punch Federal Housing Finance Agency chief Bill Pulte, Bessent joked that Treasury leaders “have a history of dueling,” referencing none other than Alexander Hamilton.
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Sparta NJ, a local vigil in Sparta, New Jersey, intended to honor Charlie Kirk took a dramatic and contentious turn on Saturday night, sparking a heated public dispute. Mayor Neill W. Clark is now at the center of a controversy after he allegedly refused to lower the town’s flags and became involved in a shouting match with vigil attendees.
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It was a quiet morning in September 2025 when the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) dropped a bombshell that sent shockwaves through the nation. The agency announced a massive downward revision of its employment figures, wiping out a staggering 911,000 jobs that were previously thought to exist between March 2024 and March 2025.
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New York NY, for years, the sacred ground of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum has been the site of a different kind of struggle—a quiet battle for control and transparency. But now, many families of those lost on that tragic day are seeing a glimmer of hope. With President Donald Trump exploring a federal takeover of the site, they feel their voices are finally being heard.
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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.
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LOS ANGELES, CA — September 2025 A federal judge in San Francisco ruled that the Trump administration acted illegally when it deployed 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to Los Angeles during June protests against immigration enforcement raids. The decision, however, is already being challenged by the Justice Department and is widely expected to be overturned on appeal.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Dow Jones plunges 890 points after Trump declines to rule out recession .Over the past two weeks, financial markets have been buzzing with one major question: Is Donald Trump deliberately trying to tank the U.S. stock market?
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Ridgewood NJ, since its inception in 2011, National School Choice Week has brought together families, educators, and students to advocate for a variety of educational options. This nationwide movement highlights the importance of school choice, emphasizing options such as:
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Ringwood NJ, a Democratic stronghold for decades, saw a surprising shift in the 2024 election results that has political analysts taking notice. Vice President Kamala Harris won New Jersey with a narrow margin, securing 51.5% of the vote against Donald Trump’s 46.5%. But the shocker came as Trump flipped three counties, including Passaic County, including the city of Passaic itself a traditional Democratic bastion.
