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Corporation for Public Broadcasting Dissolves
In a move that marks the abrupt end of a 58-year era in American media, the board of directors for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) voted unanimously on Monday to dissolve the organization.However, accusations of left-wing bias have dogged public broadcasters since the 1980s, intensifying during the Trump administrations. Conservative critics, including think tanks like The Heritage Foundation, argued that PBS and NPR had devolved into "radical left-wing echo cha

Rex Ballard
15 hours ago7 min read


CDC Reduces Number of Recommended Childhood Vaccines
The Department of Health and Human Services put out a press release on January 5th announcing the reduction in the number of recommended childhood vaccines, aligning more with peer nations. All vaccines under the old schedule will be still be available. Certain vaccines will only be recommended for high risk groups or populations and other vaccines will fall under "shared clinical decision-making", allowing for flexibility based on needs to reduce unnecessary exposure to a

Elisa Ballard
1 day ago4 min read


"Safe and Effective" COVID-19 Vaccine Narrative Unraveling
Data Manipulation at the CDC and Defense Department Being Investigated -
The “safe and effective” narrative about the COVID-19 vaccines is unraveling and civil and criminal cases are being pursued, aided by several whistleblowers and new audits that have been conducted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under the President Donald J. Trump administration.

Elisa Ballard
3 days ago9 min read


Organized Crime -- Congressional Stock Trading
In the hallowed halls of Capitol Hill, where laws are crafted and secrets whispered, a select group of politicians has turned public service into a personal jackpot.

Rex Ballard
4 days ago6 min read


Maduro Captured by US Forces
In a dramatic escalation of U.S. foreign policy under President Donald Trump, American special forces conducted a large-scale military operation in Venezuela early this morning, resulting in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. The raid, which involved airstrikes on key military and infrastructure sites

Rex Ballard
4 days ago4 min read


Oregon Fuel Crisis - Could Forecast a West Coast Crisis
The Pacific Northwest's fuel supply chain, long characterized by its fragility, came under scrutiny in late November 2025 when Oregon faced a potential gasoline shortage due to a pipeline failure. While the incident was contained without widespread disruptions, it exposed structural weaknesses that could cascade across the West Coast. Oregon's reliance on imported fuels, compounded by stringent environmental regulations and regional refinery pressures, mirrors trends in Calif

Rex Ballard
7 days ago4 min read


A Viral Exposé Ignites National Scrutiny
In late December 2025, a series of videos by 23-year-old citizen journalist Nick Shirley thrust Minnesota's long-simmering child care fraud issues into the national spotlight. Shirley's investigative footage, starting with his December 26 YouTube upload titled "I Investigated Minnesota’s Billion Dollar Fraud Scandal," alleged widespread abuse of taxpayer funds in the state's Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP).

Rex Ballard
Dec 30, 20256 min read


U.S. Airstrikes in Nigeria on Christmas Day
In a powerful and long-awaited demonstration of American leadership, the United States carried out precision airstrikes on Christmas Day against Islamic State-linked terrorist camps in northwest Nigeria. The operation marks a historic turning point, finally delivering a forceful response to the relentless war waged against Christians in the country—one that has claimed tens of thousands of lives while previous Nigerian governments did little to protect their Christian citizen

Rex Ballard
Dec 28, 20259 min read


Trump's Bold Drug Price Overhaul - Most Favored Nation Policy
In a seismic shift for American healthcare, President Donald Trump's revived Most Favored Nations (MFN) policy is slashing prescription drug prices by tying them to the lowest rates in other developed countries, promising billions in savings for patients and taxpayers. But as the administration secures landmark deals with major pharmaceutical giants, critics point to a history of Democratic resistance.

Elisa Ballard
Dec 27, 20255 min read


Bill Essayli's Battle Against California's $76 Billion Scandal
In the heart of California's escalating fiscal and social crises, Acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli stands as a formidable force, determined to unravel what he calls a "criminal enterprise" of fraud, waste, and corruption under Governor Gavin Newsom's administration.

Rex Ballard
Dec 27, 20255 min read


Major Changes to the EV Market
As of December 25, 2025, the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market is undergoing further transformation, marked by regulatory rollbacks, shifting consumer preferences, and strategic pivots by automakers. Once hailed as the future of transportation, EVs are facing headwinds that have led to a projected 2.1% decline in sales for the year 2025, dropping to around 1.275 million units—the first such drop since 2019.

Rex Ballard
Dec 26, 20257 min read


21 Year-Old Dropout Created a $.5 billion Company
In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern defense, few figures stand out as boldly as Ethan Thornton. At just 21 years old in 2025, Thornton has emerged as a prodigious force in the industry, founding and leading Mach Industries—a company that's not only challenging established giants but also reshaping how the United States approaches warfare. Born around 2004 in Orange County, California, Thornton's journey began on his grandparents' farm, where hands-on problem-solving i

Rex Ballard
Dec 25, 20256 min read


Executive Orders Signed by Donald Trump in December 2025
As of December 22, 2025, President Donald Trump has signed eight executive orders during the month of December. These orders cover a range of topics, including economic security, technology policy, investor protection, national security threats, medical research, federal operations, space exploration, and federal pay adjustments.

Rex Ballard
Dec 23, 20255 min read


Tensions Escalate Off Coast of Venezuela
The initiative builds on existing US sanctions aimed at pressuring political change in Venezuela, but it now explicitly ties into claims that Maduro's officials facilitate drug trafficking routes. This dual focus—on oil sanctions and counter-narcotics—has resulted in lethal strikes on suspected drug boats and record drug seizures, further straining the regime's resources and international standing.

Rex Ballard
Dec 22, 20254 min read


Trump Media and TAE Technologies Announce Merger
In a stunning pivot that blends social media, cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence and cutting-edge science, Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), the parent company of Truth Social, announced a $6 billion all-stock merger with TAE Technologies, a pioneering fusion energy firm. The deal, revealed on December 18, 2025, aims to catapult the combined entity—often referred to as "Trump technology" in market circles—into the forefront of the global energy revolution.

Rex Ballard
Dec 22, 20255 min read


Animal Welfare Priority by Trump Administration
As President Donald Trump's second term gains momentum, animal welfare has emerged as a surprising priority, blending bipartisan legislative wins with high-profile policy shifts aimed at curbing federal cruelty. From defunding painful military experiments on dogs and cats to launching a multi-agency strike force against abuse, the administration is touting "historic" progress.

Rex Ballard
Dec 21, 20254 min read


News Update: Brown University Shooting - Closure
The suspect, Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, a former promising physicist whose life had veered off course, was found dead days later, leaving investigators to piece together a motive that may stem from professional jealousy and unresolved grievances. As of December 20, 2025, the case remains a stark reminder of campus vulnerabilities and the role of public vigilance in solving crimes.

Rex Ballard
Dec 20, 20255 min read


What is Good for America?
Opinion, Gary Peyrot, December 20, 2025 What's Good for America? MAGA has been a hot-button for debate ever since Donald Trump popularized the phrase for his 2016 presidential campaign. Many revile the movement while others resolutely support it and even wear the moniker proudly. Making America great would seem to be a worthy goal to most (though some extremists disagree), but it raises the question, "What is really good for America?" Trump's aggressive rhetoric and blusterin

Gary Peyrot
Dec 20, 20253 min read


Elise Stefanik Abruptly Exits Politics:
On December 19, 2025, Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik announced she is suspending her recently launched campaign for New York governor and will not seek re-election to her U.S. House seat in 2026. At 41, Stefanik’s retirement ends a rapid ascent in the GOP, where she evolved from a moderate to a key Trump ally.

Rex Ballard
Dec 19, 20254 min read


RFK Jr.'s Crusade Against Pharma TV Ads
As Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues his vocal campaign against direct-to-consumer (DTC) pharmaceutical advertising, the push to ban drug ads on television remains a contentious battleground in U.S. health policy. Kennedy, a longtime critic of the pharmaceutical industry, has made restricting these ads a cornerstone of his agenda under the Trump administration.

Rex Ballard
Dec 19, 20259 min read
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