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Migrants Rush to U.S. Border as Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Looms
Thousands of migrants from Central America are making a desperate push toward the U.S.-Mexico border, driven by fear of President-elect Donald Trump's promised immigration crackdown. A caravan of roughly 1,500 people departed Chiapas, southern Mexico, on November 21, aiming to reach the border before Trump's inauguration on January 20, amid concerns that the incoming administration will dismantle the CBP One app and impose the largest mass deportation in American history. 
Thousands of migrants from Central America are making a desperate push toward the U.S.-Mexico border, driven by fear of President-elect Donald Trump's promised immigration crackdown. A caravan of roughly 1,500 people departed Chiapas, southern Mexico, on November 21, aiming to reach the border before Trump's inauguration on January 20, amid concerns that the incoming administration will dismantle the CBP One app and impose the largest mass deportation in American history. -
California to Launch State EV Rebate Program If Federal Tax Credit Ends
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to reinstate a state rebate program for electric vehicle (EV) purchases if the federal government eliminates its $7,500 tax credit for zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). Newsom's statement, made Monday, reaffirmed the state's leadership in clean transportation and its commitment to making EVs accessible for consumers. 
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to reinstate a state rebate program for electric vehicle (EV) purchases if the federal government eliminates its $7,500 tax credit for zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). Newsom's statement, made Monday, reaffirmed the state's leadership in clean transportation and its commitment to making EVs accessible for consumers. -
Tulsi Gabbard’s Russia Ties Spark Alarm Amid Trump DNI Nomination: Report
President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence (DNI) has reignited concerns over her history of defending Russian foreign policy and her alignment with Moscow's narratives in major international conflicts. Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman and 2020 presidential candidate, has drawn bipartisan criticism for echoing Kremlin talking points and supporting autocratic regimes, raising questions about her suitability for the role overseeing U.S. intelligence operations. 
President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence (DNI) has reignited concerns over her history of defending Russian foreign policy and her alignment with Moscow's narratives in major international conflicts. Gabbard, a former Democratic congresswoman and 2020 presidential candidate, has drawn bipartisan criticism for echoing Kremlin talking points and supporting autocratic regimes, raising questions about her suitability for the role overseeing U.S. intelligence operations. -
Trump Ally Criticizes Kremlin Peace Talks, Calls Putin ‘A Tyrant’ at Security Forum
At the Halifax International Security Forum on Friday, South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds dismissed the possibility of negotiating a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, expressing deep skepticism about Russian President Vladimir Putin's trustworthiness. His remarks provided a stark contrast to President-elect Donald Trump's repeated claims that he could end the conflict quickly. 
At the Halifax International Security Forum on Friday, South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds dismissed the possibility of negotiating a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, expressing deep skepticism about Russian President Vladimir Putin's trustworthiness. His remarks provided a stark contrast to President-elect Donald Trump's repeated claims that he could end the conflict quickly. -
Critics Slam Trump’s DOJ Shake-Up as Pam Bondi Becomes Attorney General Nominee
Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as the next U.S. Attorney General, making her the fourth lawyer from Trump's defense team to be selected for a high-ranking position within the Department of Justice. The nomination, announced shortly after Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration, has reignited concerns over the independence of the Justice Department under Trump's leadership. 
Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi has been nominated by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as the next U.S. Attorney General, making her the fourth lawyer from Trump's defense team to be selected for a high-ranking position within the Department of Justice. The nomination, announced shortly after Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration, has reignited concerns over the independence of the Justice Department under Trump's leadership. -
Texas School Board Approves Optional Bible-Based Curriculum for K-5 Students
The Texas State Board of Education has narrowly approved an optional Bible-based curriculum for elementary school students, igniting a fierce debate over the role of religion in public education. Known as the Bluebonnet Learning curriculum, the material incorporates Bible stories into K-5 reading and English language arts lessons. Schools that choose to adopt the state-developed curriculum will receive additional funding beginning in the 2025-26 school year. 
The Texas State Board of Education has narrowly approved an optional Bible-based curriculum for elementary school students, igniting a fierce debate over the role of religion in public education. Known as the Bluebonnet Learning curriculum, the material incorporates Bible stories into K-5 reading and English language arts lessons. Schools that choose to adopt the state-developed curriculum will receive additional funding beginning in the 2025-26 school year. -
Trump Taps Loyalist Pam Bondi for Attorney General After Gaetz Withdrawal
President-elect Donald Trump has announced former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as his pick to lead the Department of Justice, following the withdrawal of Rep. Matt Gaetz from consideration. The decision, unveiled Thursday, signals Trump's preference for loyalty and experience as he assembles his administration ahead of his second term. President-elect Donald Trump has announced former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as his pick to lead the Department of Justice, following the withdrawal of Rep. Matt Gaetz from consideration. The decision, unveiled Thursday, signals Trump's preference for loyalty and experience as he assembles his administration ahead of his second term. -
Biden Administration Loosens Immigration Rules, Sets Stage for Clash with Trump
The Biden administration is implementing a series of last-minute immigration policy changes that critics argue could complicate the incoming Trump administration's plans for stricter border enforcement and mass deportations. 
The Biden administration is implementing a series of last-minute immigration policy changes that critics argue could complicate the incoming Trump administration's plans for stricter border enforcement and mass deportations. -
Police Report Reveals New Details in Sexual Assault Allegation Against Trump's Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth
The nomination of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense under President-elect Donald Trump has drawn intense scrutiny following the release of a police report detailing allegations of sexual assault from 2017. The allegations, tied to an incident at a hotel in Monterey, California, have resurfaced just as Hegseth prepares for what promises to be a contentious Senate confirmation process. 
The nomination of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense under President-elect Donald Trump has drawn intense scrutiny following the release of a police report detailing allegations of sexual assault from 2017. The allegations, tied to an incident at a hotel in Monterey, California, have resurfaced just as Hegseth prepares for what promises to be a contentious Senate confirmation process. -
Trump Slams Senate Republicans Over Biden’s Judicial Confirmations in Final Weeks
As President Joe Biden's administration nears its conclusion, President-elect Donald Trump has voiced frustration over Senate Republicans missing critical votes on judicial confirmations. Democrats are racing to approve as many judges as possible before Trump takes office in January, potentially reducing the number of judicial vacancies for Trump to fill during his presidency. 
As President Joe Biden's administration nears its conclusion, President-elect Donald Trump has voiced frustration over Senate Republicans missing critical votes on judicial confirmations. Democrats are racing to approve as many judges as possible before Trump takes office in January, potentially reducing the number of judicial vacancies for Trump to fill during his presidency.
