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The USS Gerald R. Ford carrier strike group is being redeployed from other operations to the Middle East, joining the USS Abraham Lincoln to bolster presence amid escalating pressure on Iran over its nuclear program. This extension could set deployment records and signals stronger U.S. military posture in the region. The move comes as the Trump administration seeks to curb Iranian ambitions.

On Friday, February 6, the Dow Jones Industrial Average led a market rebound by surging about 2.5%, climbing to more than 50,000 points for the first time.  Investors cited easing inflation data, a resilient economy and optimism around artificial intelligence investments as key drivers, though analysts cautioned about potential volatility ahead of upcoming Federal Reserve comments.

Turning Point USA (TPUSA) is hosting "The All-American Halftime Show" on February 8, 2026, as a patriotic, family-friendly alternative to the official Super Bowl LX halftime performance by Bad Bunny, emphasizing celebrations of "faith, family, and freedom" amid conservative backlash to the NFL's choice. The lineup, announced on February 2, features headliner Kid Rock alongside country artists Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett, with the event streaming live.

Trump Issues Executive Order to Federalize and Accelerate Rebuilding in Los Angeles County Wildfire Zones — President Donald Trump signed an executive order on January 27th aimed at overriding state and local permitting requirements to expedite reconstruction in areas devastated by the January 2025 Palisades and Eaton wildfires, which destroyed nearly 13,000 homes and displaced thousands.  The order criticizes California Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.

President Trump Launches the Board of Peace and Makes Long-Term Deal for use of Greenland - During the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, in January 2026. Murder Rate Plunges to Historic 125-Year Low.Powerful Winter Storm Causes Disruptions Across the Country. Second Fatal Shooting in Minneapolis. Signal Chat Group Tracking ICE Movements in Minnesota. James O’Keefe Reports a Minneapolis Mob Assaulted Him. St. Paul, MN, Church Protesters Arrested. Plus Many Other St

On Sunday, January 18th, approximately 30 to 40 protesters interrupted Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, yelling at and berating the Christians and pastor.  The demonstrators entered the church mid-service chanting phrases such as "ICE out," and "Justice for Renee Good."   Former CNN anchor Don Lemon, now an independent journalist hosting "The Don Lemon Show," was present at the protest and live-steaming it on his YouTube channel. The DOJ is investigating - with threats

On January 14, 2026, President Donald Trump signed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025 (S. 222) into law during a White House ceremony attended by lawmakers, dairy farmers, and children. This bipartisan legislation allows schools participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)—which serves nearly 30 million students daily—to offer whole milk and 2% reduced-fat milk alongside the previously mandated fat-free and low-fat (1%) options.

Get caught up on the latest international, national, and California news. There are historical events unfolding in Iran, Venezuela, Greenland, the U.S., and California that we bring your attention to. President Trump is making bold moves around the world and at home.

On January 3, 2026, U.S. forces conducted a large-scale strike in Caracas, Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores in a dramatic operation tied to narcoterrorism charges; President Trump announced the U.S. would "run" or exert control over Venezuela temporarily, sparking global condemnation from China, Cuba (which mourned 32 killed Cuban fighters), and others, while triggering protests...

The HHS has paused federal childcare funding nationwide after videos posted on X (formerly Twitter) exposed apparent fraud in Minnesota program.  States must now provide receipts, photos, attendance records, and inspection data before funds resume.  Independent journalist Nick Shirley last week posted videos that he claims expose $110 million in fraud, after he went to several daycare centers in Minneapolis. 

On December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day), the United States conducted airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS)-affiliated militants in northwest Nigeria's Sokoto State, targeting camps in areas like the Bauni forest in Tangaza and reportedly near the village of Jabo. President Donald Trump announced the operation on Truth Social, describing it as a "powerful and deadly strike" against "ISIS Terrorist Scum" who he claimed were "targeting and viciously killing, primarily, innocent C

President Trump's "Trump Accounts" initiative establishes tax-advantaged investment accounts for American children to build long-term wealth, modeled loosely on individual retirement accounts (IRAs). The program, enacted through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, provides a one-time $1,000 government seed deposit for U.S. citizen children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, with parents enrolling via a new IRS form during tax filing.

The U.S. Supreme Court agreed on December 5 to review the legality of President Trump's executive directive aiming to limit birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, a move lower courts have deemed unconstitutional.  Oral arguments are expected to take place in the spring of 2026.

National News FBI Arrests Suspect in Jan. 6 Pipe Bomb Plot : Federal agents apprehended Brian Cole, accused of planting two non-detonating pipe bombs near the Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C., on the eve of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. The 30-year-old Virginia man is an autistic recluse and computer nerd who has no party affiliation his grandmother told the Daily Mail on Friday. It was reported that Cole admitted to planting

On November 27, 2025, a tragic ambush near the White House left two National Guard members wounded, with 20-year-old Sarah Beckstrom succumbing to her injuries the following day.  The suspect, 29-year-old Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who had entered the U.S. via Operation Allies Welcome in 2021 and was granted asylum earlier that year.

A Clinton-appointed Judge in the Eastern District of Virginia, Cameron Currie, tossed both indictments against Letitia James and James Comey due to a claim that Lindsey Halligan, was unlawfully appointed as an Interim U.S. Attorney.  New York Attorney General Letitia James was charged with bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution.  Former FBI Director James Comey was charged with making false statements to Congress and obstructing a congressional proc

Despite their differences as highlighted during Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral campaign, President Donald Trump agreed to meet with Mamdani at the White House and on November 21st, President Trump posted on his Truth Social account that “It was a Great Honor meeting Zohran Mamdani, the new Mayor of New York City!”   In the Oval Office, Mamdani was questioned by a reporter about calling President Trump a fascist, Trump laughed and patted Mamdani as he stated "Yo

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to Prioritize Treatment and Work Over Permanent Housing – HUD Secretary Scott Turner stated on Fox Business program that the root problem of homelessness is mental illness and drug addiction/drug abuse.  He wants to restore accountability to a system that has been a has been a slush fund for nonprofits around the country who were being rewarded for the more people they have in their system. 

President Donald Trump on Friday, November 14, 2025, rolled back tariffs on more than 200 food products, including beef, tomatoes, bananas, and coffee, as Americans struggle with the high cost of groceries. The new exemption also covers a wide range of tropical foods such as mangoes, avocados, coconuts, pineapples, cocoa, and spices.

Geomagnetic Storms Light Up Skies with Northern Lights Vivid northern lights dazzled viewers across numerous U.S. states on the night of November 12, 2025, triggered by intense geomagnetic storms, with forecasters anticipating continued displays into November 13. The rare auroral event, visible as far south as the Midwest and Northeast, provided a stunning natural phenomenon but also raised concerns about minor disruptions to power grids and satellite communications. – Space