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Trump Vows to End 'Transgender Lunacy' and Recognize Only Two Genders on Day One
President-elect Donald Trump vowed to make ending what he described as "transgender lunacy" a priority on his first day in office, marking a sharp pivot in national policy on gender identity and rights. Speaking at AmericaFest 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona, Trump declared that his administration would officially recognize only two genders, male and female, and implement sweeping measures to roll back transgender rights. 
President-elect Donald Trump vowed to make ending what he described as "transgender lunacy" a priority on his first day in office, marking a sharp pivot in national policy on gender identity and rights. Speaking at AmericaFest 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona, Trump declared that his administration would officially recognize only two genders, male and female, and implement sweeping measures to roll back transgender rights. -
Trump Fires Back at Musk Speculation: 'He’s Not Taking the Presidency' Amid GOP Infighting
In a fiery address at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest conference in Phoenix, President-elect Donald Trump dismissed speculation about Elon Musk's rising influence in his political orbit. "No, he's not going to be president, that I can tell you. And I'm safe. You know why? He can't be - he wasn't born in this country," Trump said. 
In a fiery address at Turning Point USA's AmericaFest conference in Phoenix, President-elect Donald Trump dismissed speculation about Elon Musk's rising influence in his political orbit. "No, he's not going to be president, that I can tell you. And I'm safe. You know why? He can't be - he wasn't born in this country," Trump said. -
'Friendly Fire' Downs U.S. Navy Fighter Jet in Red Sea Incident; Pilots Eject to Safety
In a startling development over the Red Sea on Sunday, two U.S. Navy pilots ejected safely from their F/A-18 fighter jet after it was mistakenly struck by friendly fire from the USS Gettysburg, a guided missile cruiser operating in the region. According to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the aircraft had just taken off from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman when the incident occurred. Both pilots were recovered, with one sustaining minor injuries. 
In a startling development over the Red Sea on Sunday, two U.S. Navy pilots ejected safely from their F/A-18 fighter jet after it was mistakenly struck by friendly fire from the USS Gettysburg, a guided missile cruiser operating in the region. According to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the aircraft had just taken off from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman when the incident occurred. Both pilots were recovered, with one sustaining minor injuries. -
Senate Approves Social Security Expansion for Public Workers, Boosting Benefits for Millions of Retirees
The Senate passed the Social Security Fairness Act early Saturday, addressing a decades-long grievance among millions of retired public service workers. The legislation, which now heads to President Joe Biden for approval, promises to boost benefits for those affected by longstanding federal policies that reduced Social Security payments for individuals with public pensions. 
The Senate passed the Social Security Fairness Act early Saturday, addressing a decades-long grievance among millions of retired public service workers. The legislation, which now heads to President Joe Biden for approval, promises to boost benefits for those affected by longstanding federal policies that reduced Social Security payments for individuals with public pensions. -
Lara Trump Removes Herself from Marco Rubio’s Senate Race, Paves Way for DeSantis’ Appointment
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, announced Saturday that she is no longer seeking to replace Senator Marco Rubio in the U.S. Senate, a decision that reshapes the political landscape in Florida ahead of a crucial appointment by Governor Ron DeSantis. 
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, announced Saturday that she is no longer seeking to replace Senator Marco Rubio in the U.S. Senate, a decision that reshapes the political landscape in Florida ahead of a crucial appointment by Governor Ron DeSantis. -
Drones Swarm U.S. Military Bases, Exposing Critical Gaps in National Security Policies
Recent drone incursions over U.S. military bases have raised alarm about national security vulnerabilities and highlighted the lack of a coordinated government response to the growing threat. Over the past few weeks, unauthorized drones have been spotted at installations across the country, including Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, and Picatinny Arsenal in New Jersey. 
Recent drone incursions over U.S. military bases have raised alarm about national security vulnerabilities and highlighted the lack of a coordinated government response to the growing threat. Over the past few weeks, unauthorized drones have been spotted at installations across the country, including Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in California, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, and Picatinny Arsenal in New Jersey. -
Federal Raid Targets Tren de Aragua Migrant Gang Hideout in Bronx, Seven Arrested
A December 5 federal raid in a Bronx apartment near Crotona Park led to the arrest of seven members of the Venezuelan migrant gang Tren de Aragua (TdA), marking a significant development in law enforcement's battle against the group's growing criminal footprint across the United States. Federal agents from a Homeland Security Investigations and NYPD task force were tipped off by a GPS ankle monitor worn by one of the suspects, 28-year-old Jarwin Valero-Calderon. 
A December 5 federal raid in a Bronx apartment near Crotona Park led to the arrest of seven members of the Venezuelan migrant gang Tren de Aragua (TdA), marking a significant development in law enforcement's battle against the group's growing criminal footprint across the United States. Federal agents from a Homeland Security Investigations and NYPD task force were tipped off by a GPS ankle monitor worn by one of the suspects, 28-year-old Jarwin Valero-Calderon. -
Biden Administration to Unveil Final $1.2 Billion Ukraine Aid Package Amid Uncertain Future for U.S. Support
The Biden administration is set to announce its final Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI) package in the coming days, utilizing the remaining funds allocated for new weapons procurement for Ukraine, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter. The package, valued at approximately $1.2 billion, will reportedly include air defense interceptors and artillery munitions to bolster Ukraine's defensive capabilities against ongoing Russian aggression. 
The Biden administration is set to announce its final Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI) package in the coming days, utilizing the remaining funds allocated for new weapons procurement for Ukraine, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter. The package, valued at approximately $1.2 billion, will reportedly include air defense interceptors and artillery munitions to bolster Ukraine's defensive capabilities against ongoing Russian aggression. -
Trump Threatens EU with Tariffs Over Trade Deficit, Demands Energy Purchases
President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to the European Union, threatening sweeping tariffs unless the bloc reduces its trade deficit with the United States through large-scale purchases of American oil and gas. Trump's announcement, made early Friday morning on Truth Social, has amplified tensions between Washington and Brussels, setting the stage for a potential trade clash as he prepares to assume office in January. 
President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to the European Union, threatening sweeping tariffs unless the bloc reduces its trade deficit with the United States through large-scale purchases of American oil and gas. Trump's announcement, made early Friday morning on Truth Social, has amplified tensions between Washington and Brussels, setting the stage for a potential trade clash as he prepares to assume office in January. -
Appeals Court Disqualifies Georgia Prosecutor Fani Willis in Trump Election Case
The Georgia Court of Appeals on Thursday disqualified Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting the high-profile election interference case against Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants. The decision cited an "appearance of impropriety" stemming from Willis's previous relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, raising questions about the case's future and leaving the indictment intact but the prosecution leaderless. 
The Georgia Court of Appeals on Thursday disqualified Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting the high-profile election interference case against Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants. The decision cited an "appearance of impropriety" stemming from Willis's previous relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, raising questions about the case's future and leaving the indictment intact but the prosecution leaderless.
