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Saudi Arabia Seeks Allies, Trump Weighs Houthi Strike Option

Karen Givens October 22, 2026

Saudi Arabia’s scramble for extra air defenses has turned a regional security problem into a much bigger question for Washington. As Houthi missiles and drones keep forcing their way through expensive protection systems, the kingdom

US Orders Saudi Personnel Out As Houthi Attacks Intensify

Karen Givens October 21, 2026

The United States has told non-emergency personnel and their families to leave Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks against the kingdom keep getting more dangerous. The move comes while Washington watches whether the violence will push

Trump’s MOAB Threat Puts Iran’s Deep Bunkers On Alert

Karen Givens October 21, 2026

President Donald Trump’s pointed talk about the MOAB is more than bluster, because the bomb has a real track record and a very specific job. In a fight with Iran, that kind of weapon would

US Navy Quintuples AI Robot Deal To Boost Warship Readiness

Karen Givens October 20, 2026

Expanded Navy contract for AI-powered inspection robots Push to improve fleet readiness and maintenance speed Gecko Robotics’ new deck-scanning system for hidden damage How robotic inspections cut repair scope and costs China’s shipbuilding advantage and

AI Is Not The Threat, Human Misuse Is

Karen Givens October 19, 2026

Artificial intelligence keeps getting painted like a monster, but that picture misses the point. The real issue is not some machine uprising, but the people shaping these systems, the choices they make, and the goals

Senate Moves Last Minute Ratepayer Bill Before Election Day

Karen Givens October 19, 2026

● Senate lawmakers used the final stretch before the election for a sharp political fight. ● The Ratepayer Protection Act became the centerpiece of a debate over data centers, electricity costs, and AI. ● Republicans

Democrats Gain Midterm Edge, GOP Faces Growing Seat Loss Risk

Karen Givens October 19, 2026

Opinion SCHOEN, COOPERMAN: Democrats could be riding a midterm wave. These numbers should terrify the GOP Historical trends and President Trump’s low approval rating suggest the president’s party faces steep losses in House and Senate

Smithsonian Faces Bias Claims Over Eli Steele Documentary Screening

Karen Givens October 19, 2026

Concerns over viewpoint diversity at the Smithsonian have landed in the middle of a new fight about race, identity, and who gets a platform inside one of the nation’s most visible museums. A Black conservative

License Plate Readers, Now Tracking Phones With New Signals System

Karen Givens October 19, 2026

License plate readers have already stirred up plenty of worry, and the new wave of signal-tracking tech is pushing that debate even further. The core issue is simple: when cameras and sensors start pairing vehicle

US Navy Deploys First Carrier Strike Group With Large Drone Ship

Karen Givens October 19, 2026

The Navy has pushed drones into more corners of the fleet for years, but this latest move feels like a bigger shift. A carrier strike group has now headed out with a large uncrewed surface

Letitia James Vows Fair Cornell Rape Probe Amid Bias Claims

Karen Givens October 19, 2026

New York Attorney General Letitia James is under a harsh spotlight after taking over the Cornell University rape probe, and the pressure is only getting louder. She says the case will be handled fairly, but

Slotkin Urges Prosecutions Of Young Conservatives, Sparking Backlash

Karen Givens October 19, 2026

Sen. Elissa Slotkin’s remarks at the University of Chicago landed like a political flare, exposing a hard-edged appetite for using government power against conservatives rather than debating them honestly. The message she sent was not

Senate Battle Expands As Democrats Chase Midterm Control

Karen Givens October 18, 2026

The Senate map has widened, and both parties can see the stakes. Democrats have more openings than they did earlier in the cycle, but Republicans still have several defensive holds, a couple of possible counterpunches,

France Riots Leave Paris Damaged, 1,800 Arrested Nationwide

Karen Givens October 18, 2026

France spent Sunday picking through the wreckage after a wave of unrest left shop windows smashed, cars burned, and police posted across major streets. The scenes were especially stark in Paris, where clashes between masked

Top House Republican Urges JAIL, DEPORT Ilhan Omar If Fraud Proven

Karen Givens October 17, 2026

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer is taking a hard line on the federal investigation swirling around Rep. Ilhan Omar, saying real consequences should follow if the allegations prove true. The dispute centers on claims that

Iowa Needs Bird Reelected, Willems Would Weaken Crime Fights

Karen Givens October 17, 2026

Iowa’s attorney general race is shaping up as a sharp test of what voters want from their top law-enforcement officer. On one side is Brenna Bird, a prosecutor with a deep record in the courtroom

9 Celebrities Who Own Boeing Business Jets

Karen Givens October 17, 2026

Some celebrities buy sleek private jets and call it a day. Others go straight for Boeing aircraft that feel less like rides and more like airborne estates, with room to stretch, entertain, and travel in

Obama Endorsement Faces Backlash From Black Voters In Detroit Race

Karen Givens October 17, 2026

Barack Obama’s endorsement of Abdul El-Sayed has stirred debate among Black voters in Detroit, where some undecided residents say the former president’s name still carries weight, but not enough to decide a Senate race for

Worlds First Nuclear Civilian Ship Faces Scrapping Risk

Karen Givens October 15, 2026

The NS Savannah sits at the center of a rare kind of ship story: part Cold War showcase, part engineering experiment, and part floating piece of history. Built to prove nuclear energy could power more

Michigan Polls Missed It, Democrats Face Bigger Reckoning

Karen Givens October 15, 2026

Michigan’s Senate race is getting a fresh look because the polling has already blown up once, and that matters when the stakes are this high. Abdul El-Sayed’s primary win came after surveys that were wildly

Collins Warns Maine Could Lose Funding In Tight Senate Race

Karen Givens October 15, 2026

Republican Sen. Susan Collins is digging in for another bruising Maine Senate fight, arguing that her long tenure and seniority make her the safer bet for federal dollars, police funding, and clout in Washington. Her

Fox News Poll Finds Cost Of Living Weighs On GOP Midterms

Karen Givens October 14, 2026

Just weeks before Election Day, the latest Fox News survey paints a rough picture for Republicans. Voters are still laser-focused on prices, inflation is viewed as out of control by a majority, and President Donald

Schools Must Teach Socialism’s Real Costs, Educator Warns

Karen Givens October 14, 2026

A growing number of young Americans are hearing socialism described as stylish, compassionate, and fair, but far too many never get the full story of what happens when those ideas are put into practice. A

Coast Guard Border Firefight Sparks US Mexico Tension

Karen Givens October 13, 2026

The Coast Guard shooting near the Texas-Mexico border has turned into more than a border security incident. It has become a pointed dispute between Washington and Mexico City, with both sides sticking to their own

Bowlus Camping Features Built In, And Upgrades You Can Add

Karen Givens October 13, 2026

Bowlus’s luxury camping identity and aviation-inspired roots Built-in off-grid power and solar capability Comfort-focused bathroom, shower, and heating features Core lithium battery system and appliance support Owner-added gear for leveling, power, cooking, and coffee Bowlus

Indiana Democrat West Sparks Outrage With Guns Too Remark

Karen Givens October 13, 2026

Midterm Elections Dem candidate’s bizarre anti-MAGA tirade ends with ‘We have guns too’ The Fayette County Council candidate told viewers she would ‘fire all Republicans’ and declared ‘we have guns too’ Published October 13, 2026

Mike Ditka Remembered As NFL’s Toughest, Most Iconic Coach

Karen Givens October 13, 2026

Mike Ditka stood out because he never tried to be anything other than Mike Ditka. He was a football force, a Chicago icon, and a personality so big it seemed to fill every room before

Troubled Texas And Michigan Senate Races Could Derail Democrats

Karen Givens October 13, 2026

• Two Senate races are under heavier scrutiny than the polling chatter suggests• James Talarico’s Texas surge is being tested by questions about visibility and message discipline• Abdul El-Sayed’s Michigan campaign is running into doubts

Judge Reyes Blasts DOJ Over East Potomac Tree Removal in D.C.

Karen Givens October 12, 2026

Donald Trump Biden-appointed judge with history of fiery Trump clashes erupts at DOJ: ‘You’ve lost all credibility!’ The Biden-appointed federal judge accused government attorneys of losing credibility after late Friday tree removal notice Published October

Smithsonian Must Highlight America’s Greatness, Not Guilt

Karen Givens October 12, 2026

America’s 250th anniversary is a moment to take stock of the national story, and the Smithsonian sits right at the center of that debate. The institution is not just a warehouse for artifacts; it shapes

Trump, Rubio Weigh Ousting Guilfoyle Amid Misconduct Claims

Karen Givens October 12, 2026

Kimberly Guilfoyle is facing a fast-moving political storm as allegations pile up around her time as U.S. ambassador to Greece. Reports tying her to a possible donor bailout, access-for-favors concerns, and workplace misconduct have put

Why Ford Dropped The V6 Mustang For EcoBoost Power

Karen Givens October 12, 2026

The V6 Mustang had a long run, but its exit was really about shifting priorities, not a sudden betrayal of the badge. Ford had already spent years steering the Mustang toward stronger performance, better efficiency,

Midterm Elections, GOP Cash Advantage Challenges Blue Wave

Karen Givens October 12, 2026

Midterm Elections The blue wave looks real until you look a little closer The 2026 midterms could reshape control of Congress Published October 12, 2026 3:00am EDT <!–> close Video –> Midterm election heats up

Porsche 4 Liter Flat Six Remains The Last In US Production

Karen Givens October 11, 2026

Porsche’s 4.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six has become a rare thing in the U.S. market, standing as the last remaining production 4-liter six-cylinder engine sold here. It powers some of the brand’s sharpest cars, led by

Fort Hood Survivor Warns Americans Not To Treat Execution As Entertainment

Karen Givens October 10, 2026

Alonzo Lunsford has lived with the Fort Hood attack for years, and his reaction to Nidal Hasan’s looming execution is sharp, painful, and deeply human. He wants accountability, but he also wants people to stop

Cornell Taps Sally Yates To Review Sexual Assault Response

Karen Givens October 10, 2026

Cornell’s decision to bring in Sally Yates has turned a campus sex-assault review into a high-profile test of accountability, legal judgment, and public trust. The former deputy attorney general brings a long Justice Department résumé,

Trump Rallies Syracuse Crowd Behind Bruce Blakeman Bid

Karen Givens October 10, 2026

Donald Trump used a Syracuse rally to throw his weight behind Republican Bruce Blakeman, turning the event into a high-energy pitch for New York voters who are fed up with high costs, shaky streets, and

1971 Muscle Cars, The Final Year Of An Era

Karen Givens October 9, 2026

The year 1971 landed right at the edge of change, and that is exactly why it still gets people talking. It was the last loud, snarling burst of the original muscle era, when big engines,

Hillary Clinton Endorses Peggy Flanagan In Minnesota Senate Race

Karen Givens October 8, 2026

“`html Hillary Clinton has stepped into Minnesota’s 2026 Senate race with a high-profile endorsement of Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, giving the Democrat a burst of attention in a contest that could shape the state’s political

Iowa House Race Tightens, Miller-Meeks Warns GOP Majority Is at Stake

Karen Givens October 7, 2026

Iowa’s 1st Congressional District is back in the spotlight as a tight House race heads into its final stretch, with control of Congress hanging in the balance. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks is making a blunt case

Sandra Smith Reflects On 19 Years At FOX News

Karen Givens October 7, 2026

Walking into a new job can feel like stepping into a storm, but sometimes it becomes the start of something much bigger. Over nearly two decades, Sandra Smith’s time at Fox News has been shaped

Newsom Again Pushes 25th Amendment Against Trump, White House Responds

Karen Givens October 7, 2026

Gavin Newsom is once again taking aim at Donald Trump, this time urging use of the 25th Amendment after the president made remarks about Iran, Los Angeles, and San Diego during a Nebraska rally. The

China Faces Navy Funding Crunch As 2031 Costs Loom

Karen Givens October 6, 2026

China’s showy diplomacy may have bought a little breathing room, but it did not erase the deeper problem facing Beijing: the math on its military buildup is turning ugly. A huge navy is one thing

Murphy Meets Saudi Crown Prince, Urges Palestinian State Path

Karen Givens October 5, 2026

Sen. Chris Murphy’s Middle East trip put him face to face with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, even as he kept pressing for an end to the war with Iran and a future Palestinian

How Long LG Smart TVs Get Software Updates

Karen Givens October 5, 2026

LG smart TVs now come with a clearer upgrade promise, and that matters more than many buyers realize. Thanks to the Re:New program, eligible models receive five years of webOS software support, which means the

Tennessee Prison Chief Resigns After Failed Christa Pike Execution

Karen Givens October 5, 2026

The head of Tennessee’s prison system is stepping down after a lethal injection attempt on Christa Pike went badly off the rails, leaving the convicted murderer hospitalized and on a ventilator. The move comes as

Enes Kanter Freedom Defends Women’s Sports, Rejects Silence

Karen Givens October 5, 2026

ENES KANTER FREEDOM has built his public life around one stubborn idea: silence has a price, and freedom is worth the fight. From basketball courts to political blowback, he ties his own story to a

Digger Review, Tom Cruise’s Oil Tycoon Sparks Global Chaos

Karen Givens October 3, 2026

Tom Cruise takes a wild swing in Alejandro Iñárritu’s “Digger,” a glossy political satire that aims for the kind of sharp, savage comedy that sticks in your ribs. Instead, the movie lands as a noisy,

Supreme Court Takes Up Kentucky Prayer Grotto Zoning Fight

Karen Givens October 3, 2026

The Supreme Court has agreed to take up a Kentucky church dispute that reaches far beyond one small prayer grotto. At stake is how much protection religious groups get when local zoning rules stand in

Anaheim Mayor Faces Claims Of Drunken Conduct And Harassment

Karen Givens October 2, 2026

A fresh claim out of Anaheim has thrown city hall into a mess, with Mayor Ashleigh Aitken facing accusations that range from drunken public behavior to racial slurs, harassment, and retaliation. The filing comes from

DOJ Seeks To Remove Seven Judges Over Immigration Remarks

Karen Givens October 2, 2026

The Justice Department is going after seven Minnesota federal judges, arguing that public comments they made about immigration enforcement crossed a bright ethical line while cases were still active. The move has kicked up a

Trump Campaign Strategy Targets Red States In Midterm Blitz

Karen Givens October 2, 2026

Trump’s pre-midterms rally blitz is getting a lot more attention than its critics think it deserves. A veteran campaign strategist says the stops in Texas, Oklahoma, and Alabama are not random detours, but part of

Republicans Target 10 Democratic House Seats In Final Sprint

Karen Givens October 1, 2026

Republicans are staring at a crowded battlefield, and a handful of Democratic-held House seats could make the difference between keeping the majority and watching it slip away. The map is still fluid, the margins are

American Samoa Gun Ban Challenges Second Amendment Rights

Karen Givens September 30, 2026

American Samoa rarely makes headlines, but a quiet ruling there has serious consequences for gun rights. The territory’s highest court said the Second Amendment does not apply, opening the door to a sweeping gun ban

Ireland Elites Turn Israel Match Into Political Flashpoint

Karen Givens September 30, 2026

Ireland’s public life has become tangled up in a hard-edged hostility toward Israel, and the recent soccer fallout only threw a bright light on it. What should have been a routine sporting event instead turned

El-Sayed Questions Football Ethics In Resurfaced Audio

Karen Givens September 28, 2026

Abdul El-Sayed is back in the spotlight after resurfaced audio put his long-running criticism of football front and center. The Michigan Senate candidate has been heard questioning whether the game can really be called ethical,

Troy Jackson Condemns Vandalism After Collins Office Attack

Karen Givens September 28, 2026

Maine Dem Senate nominee breaks silence after Susan Collins’ office was vandalized with vulgar message The words ‘Trump Whore’ were sprayed on the doors of the Maine senator’s constituent office, as police investigate Published September

Fox News Kept DC Scandals In The Spotlight For Years

Karen Givens September 28, 2026

Fox News built its reputation by sticking with the kind of Washington messes that too often get waved away and forgotten. From gun-running probes to agency misconduct and tax scandals, the network kept cameras on

Data Center Backlash Emerges As 2026 Midterms Near

Karen Givens September 28, 2026

Data centers are quietly turning into a political flashpoint, and not the kind that stays buried in committee hearings. As artificial intelligence keeps racing forward, more Americans are looking at the cost of the machines

Nicki Minaj Urges Young Voters To Vote Red In 2026

Karen Givens September 27, 2026

Checklist: Nicki Minaj’s push for young voters Her call to support Republicans in the midterms Her backing of President Donald Trump Her comments about trust, authenticity, and politics Her connection to the American dream and

US China Cut Tariffs On $30 Billion In Goods

Karen Givens September 27, 2026

The U.S. and China just took a noticeable step back from the tariff cliff, agreeing to cut duties on $30 billion in goods after a three-day summit in Washington, D.C. The deal gives certain agricultural

Apple Watch Series 12 Materials Compared, Aluminum, Titanium, Ceramic

Karen Givens September 26, 2026

Apple’s latest smartwatch lineup splits into three clear camps, and the differences are more than skin deep. Aluminum keeps the price low, titanium pushes toward a tougher premium feel, and ceramic goes after the luxury

Kamala Harris Uses Flower Analogy To Explain Algorithms

Karen Givens September 26, 2026

Kamala Harris leaned on a flower analogy to talk through how social media algorithms shape what people see, tying the idea to artificial intelligence, online habits, and the way political information gets delivered. Her comments

Trump Wins Quiet China Trade Gains, Deficit Falls Sharply

Karen Givens September 25, 2026

China’s latest public gestures may have looked flashy, but the real story sits in the quieter numbers and the harder strategic choices. The Trump administration is pressing for better terms on trade, tightening America’s long

Trans Activists Inject Hormones, Protest NYU DOJ Deal

Karen Givens September 23, 2026

A viral protest outside NYU Langone has ignited fresh outrage after transgender activists were filmed injecting themselves with hormones at the hospital doors, turning a policy fight into a public spectacle. The stunt landed only

Stanford Admits AI Altered Student Photo, Violating Policy

Karen Givens September 23, 2026

Campus Controversy Stanford admits breaking own policy after race-, gender-swapped student photos emerge Billy Ramirez, the Hispanic student replaced by a Black woman, said he felt ‘silenced and erased’ from the image Published September 23,

UN Must Reject Durban Legacy, Ambassador Jeff Bartos Says

Karen Givens September 23, 2026

For a quarter-century, the Durban conference has stood as a sour marker of how global institutions can drift from their own stated mission. What was billed as an anti-racism gathering became a stage for grievance

Chicago Schools Face Enrollment Crisis, Leaders Ignore Empty Classrooms

Karen Givens September 22, 2026

Chicago’s empty school buildings are not just a numbers problem. They point to a deeper breakdown in trust, discipline, and leadership that has pushed families to look elsewhere for their kids’ education. On the West

Minnesota Anti ICE Relief Fund Halted Over Fraud Concerns

Karen Givens September 19, 2026

A Minnesota relief program meant to help businesses affected by immigration enforcement has now been shut down after fraud concerns swamped the process. What was supposed to be a quick lifeline turned into another ugly

Claire Valdez Faces Probe Calls Over Mexico Fight Pledge

Karen Givens September 18, 2026

Socialism Socialist Claire Valdez faces calls for federal probe after Mexico ‘fight’ pledge The socialist candidate vowed to carry Mexico’s independence ‘fight’ into Congress as Nydia Velázquez’s successor Published September 18, 2026 2:00pm EDT <!–>

ICE Arrests Guatemalan Woman In Indiana Over Alleged Voting Fraud

Karen Givens September 18, 2026

An arrest in Indiana has put voter fraud and election integrity back in the spotlight, with federal officials saying a Guatemalan woman illegally cast a ballot in a national election. The case has sparked sharp

Fed Rate Hike Raises GOP Risks, Voters Feel The Strain

Karen Givens September 18, 2026

The Federal Reserve’s rate hike has shifted the conversation from market charts to kitchen-table reality, and that is where the real political danger starts for Republicans and for Washington in general. The economy may still

GOP Lawmakers Blast Salazar Over Trump Immigration Ad

Karen Givens September 18, 2026

• Republican clash over immigration enforcement• Salazar’s ad aimed at Trump’s policy approach• Freedom Caucus pushes back hard on any amnesty• Deportation, border security, and legal status at the center• Hispanic voter politics and 2026

Election Fraud Cases Pile Up As DOJ Expands Crackdown

Karen Givens September 17, 2026

Election fraud accusations are once again stacking up across the country, with federal prosecutors pursuing cases tied to noncitizen voting, fake registrations, stolen identities, and ballot petition schemes. The latest wave of charges stretches from

El-Sayed Courts Democratic Brass As Schumer Keeps Distance

Karen Givens September 17, 2026

Michigan Senate race and the push to hold the seat El-Sayed’s meeting with Democratic leaders in Washington Schumer’s uneasy tone after a heated primary feud Party efforts to unify around a general-election message Questions surrounding