President Trump’s latest tax proposal, unveiled by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, aims to provide relief to middle-class

Americans while closing loopholes that have long benefited the ultra-wealthy, including hedge fund managers and sports team owners.The plan seeks to ease financial burdens on service workers,

retirees, and those clocking extra hours by eliminating taxes on tips, Social Security benefits, and overtime pay.Key provisions include closing tax loopholes—such as the carried interest loophole—

and reducing the corporate tax rate to 15% for domestic manufacturing

Note: A video capturing additional details is provided at the end of this article.

In a bold move that has already begun reshaping the political landscape, President-elect Donald Trump has announced a historic appointment by naming Karoline as his new press secretary.

At just a fraction of the age typically associated with the role, Karoline is now the youngest person ever to hold this influential position.

Her appointment is a testament to her unwavering dedication, exceptional talent, and the critical role she played during Trump’s campaign, where her strategic messaging and steadfast support helped propel the campaign to victory. A Rising Star in Political Communication

A Mexican citizen is being charged by the federal government with trying to bribe a U.S. Border Patrol agent after being caught illegally entering the U.S. again.Records from the court show that on February 8, 2025, 29-year-old Samuel Mendoza-Torres was arrested with another person near the Santa Teresa Border Patrol Station. Mendoza-Torres is said to have asked the agent, “Can we fix this?” and offered $400 to get him out of jail while he was being taken to the station.

Mendoza-Torres admitted to helping illegal immigrants come to the U.S. from Mexico during an interview after he was arrested. He also said that he knew it was against the law to give money to the Border Patrol agent.

Mendoza-Torres will stay in jail until his trial, which has not yet been scheduled. Mendoza-Torres could spend 20 years in prison if found guilty of the current charges, the U.S. Department of Justice said in a press release.

As of today, the news came from U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez, Raul Bujanda, who is Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Albuquerque Field Office, and Chief Patrol Agent Walter “Neil” Slosar of the U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector.

This case is being looked into by the U.S. Border Patrol and the Las Cruces Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

The Trump administration has been busy lately with major arrests.

A man from Katy, Texas, was sentenced to 18 months in prison by a federal court in Del Rio for one count of assaulting, resisting, or getting in the way of police officers or employees.

“According to court documents, Kevin Dominguez, 26, drove a sedan to the U.S. Border Patrol immigration checkpoint, located on U.S. Highway 57, on Aug. 1, 2023. A USBP canine alerted the agents to the trunk, revealing an individual inside. Upon the USBP agent noticing the individual, Dominguez backed up and struck the agent with the vehicle before fleeing the checkpoint,” the FBI announced in a press release.

“A high-speed chase ensued and a USBP helicopter observed two occupants exit the vehicle into an open field. One of the individuals was located and confirmed to be an undocumented noncitizen from Honduras. Dominguez was indicted in a two-count indictment on Sept. 13, 2023, and was arrested on Sept. 14. He pleaded guilty on Jan. 24, 2024,” the press release added.

Separately, the FBI also announced that four people were arrested in El Paso, Texas, on criminal charges related to their alleged roles in a plot to smuggle people across the border.

Official court records say that agents from the Ysleta Border Patrol Station’s Disrupt Unit were watching a motel in El Paso when they saw a car with a temporary license plate. The vehicle had already been seen at several hotels that were known to house undocumented foreigners. According to court documents, the driver of the car briefly went into the motel lobby before getting back in and driving off.

Soon after, the agents supposedly saw three people carefully leaving one of the motel rooms and getting into a different car with a temporary license plate. Yair Alejandro Aguilar-Flores, the driver of the car, is said to have admitted that he is from Mexico and is living in the US illegally.

Angel Eduardo Carrillo-Carrillo and Jorge Alfredo Lopez-Acevedo, the two people who were with him, were also arrested because they were also caught illegally in the U.S. They also admitted that there were more undocumented foreigners in the motel room.

After looking into it, the agents found seven more undocumented foreigners. They all were arrested. As the police were wrapping up their investigation, they saw the driver of the first car going back to the motel. He walked up to the room where the migrants were being held and knocked on the door.

Jesus David Reyes-Villagran allegedly told the police that the motel room was his and that he was coming back from dropping off five other undocumented foreigners at another El Paso hotel.

It is the job of Aguilar-Flores, Carrillo-Carrillo, Lopez-Acevedo, and Reyes-Villagran to bring aliens in and move them around. They could each spend up to 10 years in prison if found guilty.

The U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other legal factors will be used by a federal district court judge to decide on any sentence.

Federal officials also arrested a Honduran citizen who had been deported and convicted of crimes before being taken into federal custody in Austin on criminal charges related to his alleged illegal re-entry.

Court records show that Melvin Armando Funes-Canales was found in the Williamson County jail on or around July 16, 2024.

He had been there because he was suspected of having a controlled substance. After looking into it, Funes-Canales had been sent back to Honduras from the U.S. on or around October 9, 2020, and had also been sent back five other times.

Funes-Canales has also been found guilty of burglary, grand theft, and illegal re-entry in the past.

The charge against Funes-Canales is illegal re-entry. Funes-Canales could spend up to 10 years in prison if he is found guilty.

Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) stated on Sunday that Democrats, including California Sen. Adam Schiff, “fear” the possibility of Kash Patel leading the FBI because he is aware of their involvement in Russiagate.

“I think, too, they are very fearful of Kash Patel, because Kash Patel knows what Adam Schiff and some of the others did with Russia collusion, and they know that he knows — the dirt on them, if you will — and I think they’re fearful of what he’s going to do and what he’s going to reveal,” Blackburn told “Fox & Friends” on Sunday.

She also said that Democrats recognize that “Patel is very devoted to bringing transparency to what’s going on in Washington.”

Blackburn also addressed these alleged concerns during remarks to the Senate Judiciary Committee late last month after Patel’s confirmation hearings.

“As I’ve listened to my Democratic colleagues in their comments this morning, you can hear the anger and the displeasure with having Kash Patel before us. But I think it’s important to realize why Kash Patel is there and why President Trump chose to nominate Kash Patel,” she began.

“The American people are sick and tired of two tiers of access, two tiers of treatment, and two tiers of justice. And during the Biden years, this was writ large in the actions of the DOJ and the FBI. We have all seen it,” she added.

“Now, when Mr. Patel was before us, before I started my questioning, I asked him a question that came from listening to my Democratic colleagues as they were questioning him,” Blackburn continued.”

“And it was, why do the Democrats fear him? Why do they fear him? And I think the answer is so very apparent. They fear him because, yes, indeed, he is out of the box. They fear him because of what he knows about Russia collusion, what he knows about some of the activity that has taken place,” she charged.

“And they fear him because he is going to return the FBI to its core mission, investigating violent crimes and keeping our nation safe. Now, I’m pleased that he’s going to focus on violent crime. We know that, under President Trump, violent crime was down 17 percent,” Blackburn added.

During his hearings, Patel promised Blackburn that, as FBI director, he would “do everything” to help her expose Jeffrey Epstein’s files, particularly his client list.

The Tennessee Republican questioned Patel on how he would handle the Epstein case. The disgraced sex-trafficking financier died in 2019 while awaiting trial. Last year, nearly 200 previously redacted names from court documents in a lawsuit against his accomplice, Ghislaine Maxwell, were made public.

Blackburn indicated that there is still more to learn, including the identities of those who were on his plane and any accomplices.

“I want to talk to you about the Epstein case. I have worked on this for years trying to get those records of who flew on Epstein’s plane and who helped him build this international human trafficking sex trafficking ring,” she said.

“Now, earlier, I urged then-Chairman [Dick] Durbin [D-Ill.] to subpoena those records, and I ended up being blocked by Senator Durbin and Christopher Wray. They stonewalled on this,” she said. “And I know that breaking up these trafficking rings is important to President Trump. So will you work with me on this issue? So we know who worked with Jeffrey Epstein in building these sex trafficking rings?” she asked.

“Absolutely, Senator,” Patel responded. “Child sex trafficking has no place in the United States of America. And I will do everything, if confirmed as FBI director, to make sure the American public knows the full weight of what happened in the past and how we are going to counterman missing children and exploited children going forward,” he said.

President Donald Trump outlined his plans to end the Russo-Ukrainian War during a press gaggle on Sunday, expressing confidence that the leaders of both nations “want to stop fighting.”

Speaking on the tarmac at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Florida, on Sunday afternoon, Trump stated that he is actively working on “trying to get peace with Russia, Ukraine.”

“And we’re working very hard on it,” he said, as reported by Fox News. “It’s a war that should have never started.”

When asked whether Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will be involved in the conversations, Trump confirmed that he would be. “He will be involved, yes,” Trump said.

When asked by a reporter, Trump confirmed that he would permit European nations to purchase American-made weapons that had been designated for Ukraine.

The Republican president also stated that he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin—who initiated the conflict with the annexation of Crimea in 2014 and escalated it with the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022—now wants to bring the war to an end.

“I think he wants to stop fighting,” Trump said. “They have a big, powerful machine, you understand that? And they defeated Hitler, and they defeated Napoleon. You know, he’s been fighting a long time…I think he would like to stop fighting.”

He added: “Zelenskyy wants to end it, too.”

Negotiations between the U.S. and Russia are set to begin in Saudi Arabia this week, though earlier reports indicated that Ukraine would not be directly involved.

Trump’s National Security Advisor, Michael Waltz, stated on Fox News Sunday that the talks will focus on “key tenets” aimed at securing a “permanent end to the war.”

“The United States and Europe have supported [the Ukrainian] effort, but the United States unquestionably has borne the brunt of that support over the years, but now President Trump is clear it needs to come to an end,” Waltz said Sunday.

Trump’s remarks came shortly after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s interview on Meet the Press aired on NBC, where Zelenskyy discussed Putin and claimed that the Russian leader “fears” Trump.

“I said that [Putin] is a liar,” Zelenskyy said of a recent phone call to Trump. “And he said, ‘I think my feeling is that he’s ready for these negotiations.’ And I said to him, ‘No, he’s a liar. He doesn’t want any peace.’”

“But I think he’s really a little bit scared about the President Trump,” Zelenskyy added, according to Fox. “And I think the president has this chance, and he’s strong. And I think that really, he can push Putin to peace negotiations. Yes, I think so. I think he can, but don’t trust him. Don’t trust Putin. Don’t trust just words about ceasefire.”

Vice President JD Vance on Thursday said the president wanted positive talks between Russia and Ukraine but noted that the U.S. had a “range of options” should Putin fail to show up at the negotiating table with a deal guaranteeing peace for Ukraine.

Vance made it clear in an interview with The Wall Street Journal that Trump was determined to make a peace deal in Ukraine and that there would be incentives on the table for Russia to cooperate.

“If you look at President Trump’s approach to this, the range of options is extremely broad, and there are economic tools of leverage. There are, of course, military tools of leverage. There’s a whole host of things that we could do. But fundamentally, I think the President wants to have a productive negotiation, both with Putin and with Zelenskyy,” Vance told The Journal.

“I think there is a deal that is going to come out of this that’s going to shock a lot of people,” Vance added.

A former federal prosecutor said over the weekend that Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) and others providing advice to illegal immigrants about how they can avoid being detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents is “skirting the line” legally, meaning she could find herself in legal hot water.

Jonathan Fahey’s remarks come after Trump administration border czar Tom Homan repeatedly warned ‘AOC’ last week that she could be violating federal law by hampering ICE agents from doing their jobs, adding that he is currently seeking a legal opinion from the Justice Department about what constitutes “impediment,” which could be a felony.

Fox News anchor Bryan Llenas asked Fahey during a segment on Friday if Homan “has a point.”

“He does have a point here, just sort of for the big picture here. You know, when you compare what he is doing, which is trying to get rid of most serious criminals that are also illegal aliens, and she is fighting tooth and nail to keep them in here,” Fahey began.

“But I think where she’s really skirting the line is on a couple of things. One, is this obstruction of justice? Are these webinars designed to truly educate people, or are they a ruse designed to keep illegal aliens in the country?” Fahey continued. “And part of her statements are quite interesting as she talks about illegal aliens as everyday Americans or something as if they have a right to be here.

“When she mocking Tom Homan, she is incorrect about the law when she says it is not a crime to be here illegally. Most of these people entered illegally and that is in fact a crime,” he confirmed. “The other thing that she is really skirting the line on and many of the sanctuary cities are as well as the federal harboring statute which if you are doing anything to conceal, shield, or harbor illegal aliens from being deported or encouraging illegal aliens or people you have reason to know are illegal aliens to reside in the country illegally, you could be in violation of that as well.

“Certainly getting very close to the line, I don’t know that she’s gotten over it. Many of these sanctuary cities not only are over the line but have been over the line for the last five years so that’s going to be their main incentive to cooperate,” he added. “Is DoJ going to look retrospectively at what they have been doing, or are they going to get on board and cooperate? I think most of them will cooperate.”

His remarks come after the congresswoman hosted a webinar in English and Spanish in which Immigrant Defense Project attorney Genia Blaser said, “ICE raids are political tactics, and they’re often intended to create fear.”

“This is a time where there is a lot of fear. And in fear, it’s really important to have knowledge because knowledge is power,” Blaser went on to say, further telling viewers that ICE agents are “often very aggressive, and the encounters can happen really quickly.”

Ocasio-Cortez also has a flyer on her website instructing illegal immigrants about “their rights.”

“You do not have to open the door” for Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, it said.

It also tells them that ICE agents do not have the right to enter someone’s home if they do not have a valid warrant signed by a judge. “You can ask them to slip the warrant under the door,” the flyer said.

Her office is also providing free legal services to illegal immigrants to avoid being deported.

On Thursday, Homan spoke to Fox News host Laura Ingraham, where he suggested the representative could be criminally prosecuted for what she is doing.

“And I sent an email today to the Deputy Attorney General. At what level is that impediment? Is that impediment? I’m not an attorney, I’m not a prosecutor. Is that impediment? Is that impeding our law enforcement efforts?” the border czar said.

“If so, what are we going to do about it? Is she crossing the line? So I’m working with the Department of Justice and finding out where is that line that they crossed. So maybe AOC is going to be in trouble now, but I need the AOG to opine on that. Because impediment is impediment in my opinion. I’m not a prosecutor, but we need some further guidance on that. But again, if we have to take every federal dollar out of the city, we’ll do it,” added Homan.

Swelling in your ankles, legs, or feet can be more than just uncomfortable—but it can be also a real pain in 
 the day-to-day. But I will tell you that there’s a natural, easy remedy that can help reduce swelling and get your body feeling better? 🌿✨ Introducing parsley 
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✨ Ingredients:

✔ 1 liter of water 💧
✔ A handful of fresh parsley (or 2 teaspoons of dried parsley) 🌿
✔ Optional: ½ lemon juice for extra detox power 🍋
✔ Optional: 1 teaspoon of honey for sweetness 🍯

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Step 4️⃣ After simmering, strain the tea and let it cool slightly. 🍵
Step 5️⃣ Optional Additions: Add ½ a lemon’s juice or a teaspoon of honey to give the tea an extra detox boost or a bit of sweetness. 🍋🍯
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Parsley tea is bot only a tasty drink— but it’s a powerhouse of health benefits!

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– Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your body hydrated and support the diuretic effects of the tea.

Every day, millions of people use toilet paper, a product that has become essential in our daily routines. However, the future of this bathroom staple is uncertain, with predictions of its imminent demise on our store shelves. In France and other parts of the West, excessive consumption of toilet paper raises pressing environmental and health questions.

The history and environmental impact of toilet paper
Invented in the mid-19th century by Joseph Gayetty in the United States, toilet paper quickly became a global staple. Despite its undeniable usefulness, this product is increasingly criticized for its negative impact on the environment, particularly due to deforestation and pollution linked to its production. This ecological awareness pushes us to rethink its long-term use.

Contamination issues and health risks
Recent research, such as that conducted by the University of Florida, has highlighted the presence of toxic substances in certain toilet paper rolls. These contaminants can cause serious health problems, including certain types of cancer and damage to fertility. In France, the contamination rate of toilet paper is particularly high, causing growing concern among consumers.

Towards more ecological and hygienic alternatives
Faced with the challenges posed by traditional toilet paper, more sustainable alternatives are gaining ground. Using soap and water, a common method in many countries, is considered more hygienic and environmentally friendly. The return to favor of the bidet, particularly in modernized versions such as in Japan, where toilets incorporating water jets are common, could mark a significant change in our bathroom habits.

The emergence of reusable toilet paper
Another innovation that could replace traditional toilet paper is reusable toilet paper. Made from washable materials like cotton, this product offers a sustainable solution that reduces waste and environmental impacts associated with the production of disposable toilet paper. Although this idea may be surprising, it represents a viable alternative that attracts interest for its ecological and economic potential.

The Trump administration has dismissed 20 “midnight” immigration judges whom the Biden administration attempted to install in its final days, The Washington Times has learned.

According to a Justice Department source, 13 judges appointed in late December and early January were removed on Friday. Additionally, seven assistant chief immigration judges were also ousted, the outlet reported on Saturday.

The dismissals mirror a similar purge carried out by the Biden administration upon taking office in 2021 when it removed many last-minute Trump-appointed immigration judges.

Among those fired, according to a Justice Department source, was Kerry Doyle—a former critic of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) before being appointed as ICE’s principal legal adviser.

During her tenure at ICE, Doyle championed lenient policies toward illegal immigrants. The Biden administration later attempted to embed her into the regular civil service by converting her from a political appointee, the source said.

As of Friday night, Doyle’s name was still listed on the Justice Department’s Executive Office for Immigration Review court roster. EOIR was once seen as politically neutral, but under Joe Biden’s administration, efforts were made to remove individuals perceived to be closely aligned with President Trump.

By 2023, the Biden administration had removed six of the ten senior executive positions at the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), the Times reported.

Additionally, more than ten immigration judges appointed during the Trump era were either dismissed at the end of their probationary period or chose to resign rather than be fired, the outlet added.

The Trump Justice Department views its recent actions as following the same precedent set by the Biden administration.

“The Biden administration set a precedent by terminating numerous immigration judges during their term or trial periods for the first time in EOIR history. So, it’s not surprising that EOIR is following that precedent,” the senior department official said.

Immigration judges are not part of the traditional judicial system but are instead employees of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).

The recently dismissed judges had not yet undergone training or presided over any cases.

These firings come just weeks after the Trump administration removed the leadership team appointed by President Biden at EOIR.

In January, the Trump administration ousted the acting director of EOIR, the chief immigration judge, the general counsel, and the head of policy, the Times noted further.

President Trump ran on an aggressive immigration enforcement platform that included “mass deportations,” which — according to recent polling — is still supported by a majority of Americans.

Customs and Border Protection data shows that border crossings have fallen a whopping 90 percent from the same period one year prior, with a mere 359 illegal migrants being processed each day, The New York Post reported.

“That puts the US on track to have the lowest monthly border crossings in at least 25 years. If the trend continues, the number of illegal migrants coming into the US could hit a level not seen since 1968, nearly 60 years ago,” the report said.

Center for Immigration Studies executive director Mark Krikorian told The Post that the border crossings are the lowest that the United States has seen “in almost a lifetime.”

“If you kind of break down the numbers, divide them by 365, we haven’t had numbers this low since the 1960s. So we’re talking 60-year lows if it’s sustained, obviously,” the executive director said.

The data showed that through February 11, only 3,953 illegal migrants had been encountered at the southern border, which, if those numbers continue, would bring the total in the month to around 10,000, a number that has never been achieved since the CBP began tracking this data in 1999.

Not coincidentally, the closest that number ever got to 10,000 was in April 2017, during the first Trump presidency, when monthly crossings were just over 11,000, the report said.

“That’s a very, very low number,” Pew Research Center associate director John Gramlich said.

At this same time last year, southern border crossing encounters averaged around 4,850 daily.

Moderate Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska has come out in opposition to President Donald Trump’s efforts to dramatically downsize the federal government at a moment when he can use all of his party’s support to fend off opposition from Democrats and Democrat-led legal groups.

In comments last week, Murkowski voiced concerns, particularly over how the downsizing could impact her state.

The White House carried out a sweeping purge of probationary federal employees across multiple agencies on Thursday and Friday. Probationary employees are typically those hired within the past two years, the Washington Times noted.

Under the president’s directive, thousands of workers have been dismissed. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, a Republican frequently at odds with Trump, expressed concern that “potentially over 100” employees have been fired in her state alone.

“Dozens of Alaskans – potentially over 100 in total – are being fired as part of the Trump administration’s reduction-in-force order for the federal government,” she wrote.

“Many of these abrupt terminations will do more harm than good, stunting opportunities in Alaska and leaving holes in our communities. We can’t realize our potential for responsible energy and mineral development if we can’t permit projects. We will be less prepared to manage summer wildfires if we can’t support those on the front lines. Our tourism economy will be damaged if we don’t maintain our world-class national parks and forests,” she added.

“I share the administration’s goal of reducing the size of the federal government, but this approach is bringing confusion, anxiety, and now trauma to our civil servants—some of whom moved their families and packed up their whole lives to come here. Indiscriminate workforce cuts aren’t efficient and won’t fix the federal budget, but they will hurt good people who have answered the call to public service to do important work for our nation,” Murkowski’s post continued.

“My staff and I are in close touch with agency and department officials, trying to get answers about the impact of these terminations. Our goal is to forestall unnecessary harm—for people and Alaska’s federal priorities—but the response so far has been evasive and inadequate,” she concluded.

Trump’s push to reduce the federal workforce followed his offer to federal employees to resign this month. Approximately 75,000 workers, or 3.3% of the government workforce, accepted the buyout offer.

In addition to downsizing the federal workforce and number of agencies, Trump has brought in several Cabinet members whose goal will be to dramatically reform their departments.

One of them – Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – has pledged to be the “disrupter” that agency has needed for years.

“We are 4.2 percent of the world’s population. We buy 70 percent of the pharmaceutical drugs on earth,” he told host Laura Ingraham last week. “We spend two to three times what other countries spend for healthcare, and we have the worst health outcomes.

“We literally have the sickest population in the world. Those are the people that got us there,” he continued, referencing the nation’s big pharmaceutical companies. “We do need a break. We need somebody different who can come in and say, ‘I’m a disrupter.’ I’m not gonna let the food industry and the pharmaceutical industry run health policy anymore.”

He noted further: “We’re gonna turn health policy over to people who are actually concerned with public health.”

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In an email announcing his confirmation by the full Senate on Thursday, Kennedy’s team wrote, “The future of public health is about to change forever. This is a turning point for our nation. With RFK Jr. at the helm, the battle for accountability and real health reform is just getting started.”

Also Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order creating the Make America Healthy Again Commission, which will be led by Kennedy, Fox News Digital exclusively reported.

President Donald Trump has been busy since getting back into the White House torching the policies of his predecessor, former President Joe Biden.

Among those policies is what some have deemed the war on appliances by the previous administration.

On Tuesday, the president announced on his TruthSocial account that he directed Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Secretary Lee Zeldin to start examining regulations on appliances such as sinks, dishwashers, showers, and washing machines.

“I am hereby instructing Secretary Lee Zeldin to immediately go back to my Environmental Orders, which were terminated by Crooked Joe Biden, on Water Standards and Flow pertaining to SINKS, SHOWERS, TOILETS, WASHING MACHINES, DISHWASHERS, etc., and to likewise go back to the common sense standards on LIGHTBULBS, that were put in place by the Trump Administration, but terminated by Crooked Joe. I look forward to signing these Orders. THANK YOU!!!” he said.

It is not the first time Trump has taken aim at former President Biden’s ‘green energy’ policies.

On Inauguration Day, Trump signed an executive order to “unleash” the nation’s “affordable and reliable energy and natural resources.”

“In recent years, burdensome and ideologically motivated regulations have impeded the development of these resources, limited the generation of reliable and affordable electricity, reduced job creation, and inflicted high energy costs upon our citizens,” the order said. “These high energy costs devastate American consumers by driving up the cost of transportation, heating, utilities, farming, and manufacturing, while weakening our national security.”

This month former energy industry CEO Chris Wright was confirmed by the Senate to serve as Trump’s secretary of energy, where he will play a key role in shaping the president’s “Drill, baby, drill” energy agenda. Wright earned bipartisan support from the Senate.

A nominee with extensive experience, Wright has served as CEO and founder of Liberty Energy Inc. since 2011. His nomination passed through the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee before being brought to the floor for a final vote, where he was confirmed 59 to 38.

Upon his swearing-in, Wright will work closely with President Trump to lead the charge on his energy agenda for the next four years. The 47th president has prioritized energy in his first two weeks in office, declaring an “energy emergency” on his first day, ending former President Joe Biden’s pause on liquefied natural gas exports, and rolling back climate standards set by the previous administration.

Wright’s vision is aligned with Trump’s, as he stated during his confirmation hearing that his primary focus would be to unleash American energy and enhance energy production in the U.S.

Trump cited the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.) (“NEA”) and section 301 of Title 3, United States Code, in declaring the energy emergency.

“This active threat to the American people from high energy prices is exacerbated by our Nation’s diminished capacity to insulate itself from hostile foreign actors.  Energy security is an increasingly crucial theater of global competition,” the order states.

“In an effort to harm the American people, hostile state and non-state foreign actors have targeted our domestic energy infrastructure, weaponized our reliance on foreign energy, and abused their ability to cause dramatic swings within international commodity markets. An affordable and reliable domestic supply of energy is a fundamental requirement for the national and economic security of any nation,” the order continues.

It adds:

The integrity and expansion of our Nation’s energy infrastructure —- from coast to coast -— is an immediate and pressing priority for the protection of the United States’ national and economic security. It is imperative that the Federal government puts the physical and economic wellbeing of the American people first.

Moreover, the United States has the potential to use its unrealized energy resources domestically, and to sell to international allies and partners a reliable, diversified, and affordable supply of energy. This would create jobs and economic prosperity for Americans forgotten in the present economy, improve the United States’ trade balance, help our country compete with hostile foreign powers, strengthen relations with allies and partners, and support international peace and security. Accordingly, our Nation’s dangerous energy situation inflicts unnecessary and perilous constraints on our foreign policy.

After a bitter marriage marked by Mike’s obsession with material wealth, Nicole shockingly agrees to give him everything in their divorce. But as Mike revels in his “victory,” Nicole’s laughter reveals a secret plan in motion. What Mike doesn’t know is that she’s about to make her final move.

I stepped out of the lawyer’s office with a blank expression, my shoulders slumped, looking every bit the defeated ex-wife. The rain was coming down hard, and the gray sky matched my mood — or at least the mood I wanted people to think I was in.

Inside, I was buzzing. My hands clenched the cold steel of the door handle as I headed toward the elevator. No one was around. Good.

The elevator door closed behind me with a soft ding, and as soon as I was alone, I let out a little giggle. It wasn’t something I planned; it bubbled up from deep inside like champagne finally uncorked.

The more I thought about what I’d just done the more it built up until I was cackling in the elevator like a lunatic.

If anyone saw me right then, they’d think I had finally snapped, gone over the edge from all the stress, but oh no, this was just the beginning. Everything was falling perfectly into place.

The house, the car, the savings — Mike could have them all. It was exactly what I wanted. He thought he’d won, and that was the best part. He didn’t have a clue what was coming.

The elevator stopped with a jolt, and I pulled myself together. I glanced at my reflection in the elevator’s mirrored wall: messy hair, tired eyes, and a faint smile still lingering on my lips. I didn’t even care. This was going to be fun.

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A few weeks earlier…

Mike and I hadn’t been happy for years, but it wasn’t just the regular kind of falling out of love. Mike was obsessed with his image. He was all about the flashy cars, having the biggest house on the block, and wearing only designer clothes.

All of it was a performance, and I had played my part for too long. The cracks had started to show, and when the arguments became more frequent, I knew it wasn’t long before the inevitable happened.

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The thing is, I wasn’t scared of the divorce. I knew Mike, and I knew exactly how this would play out.

He didn’t care about saving the marriage. No, what he wanted was to win — win the house, win the money, win the divorce.

All I wanted was to be free of this pretentious lifestyle. But that didn’t mean I was going to let him screw me over, either. So, I’d let Mike have what he wanted, but with a catch as sharp as a fishhook.

A thoughtful woman | Source: Midjourney

It happened on a Tuesday. Mike came home late, again. I was in the kitchen, pretending to scroll through my phone, not bothering to look up when he stormed in.

“We need to talk.”

I sighed, barely masking the boredom in my voice. “What now?”

He slammed his keys on the counter, and I could practically feel the frustration radiating off him. He always got like this when things didn’t go his way at work, and of course, I was the easiest target.

An irritated man | Source: Midjourney

“I’m done,” he said, his voice low and tight. “I want a divorce.”

I blinked up at him. Finally. I nodded slowly, like it was sinking in, but really, I had been prepared for this moment for weeks.

“Okay,” I said simply.

He frowned, clearly taken aback. “That’s it? No fight? No begging?”

I shrugged. “What’s the point?”

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For a second, he looked confused, like I had taken the wind out of his sails. He was expecting resistance, expecting me to plead with him to stay.

But I just needed to give him enough rope to hang himself with.

The divorce negotiations were as awful as I expected. We sat across from each other in a sterile conference room, lawyers flanking us, as Mike outlined every little thing he wanted. The house, the car, the savings; it was like he was reading off a grocery list.

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And the entire time, he had this smug little grin on his face, like he thought I’d break down and cry at any moment.

“Fine,” I said, barely listening. “You can have it all.”

My lawyer shot me a look, one that clearly said, “Are you sure?” But I just nodded.

Mike blinked. “Wait, what?”

“I said, you can have it. I don’t want any of it, except for my personal possessions.”

He looked stunned. “You… you don’t want the house? Or the money?”

“Nope,” I said, leaning back in my chair. “It’s all yours.”

His shock quickly morphed into glee. “Great. Then take this afternoon to pack up your belongings. It’s not much, so that should be plenty of time.” Mike glanced at his watch. “I’ll expect you to be out by six.”

“No problem,” I replied.

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He sat up straighter, his chest puffing out like he’d just won the lottery. And I let him think it.

And that brings me back to that moment when I stepped into the elevator in the lawyer’s office building, and couldn’t contain my laughter anymore.

As I stepped out of the elevator, I pulled out my phone. My fingers hovered over the screen for a second before I typed out a quick message: I’m heading to the house to pack up my things. I’ll call you when it’s time to make your move.

I hit send and smiled. Time for the real fun to begin.

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Packing up the house was easier than I thought it would be. I didn’t want much, just a few personal things, mostly items that held memories that weren’t tainted by Mike. The house was too big for just the two of us anyway, and it always felt more like his house than mine.

I was taping up the last box when I picked up the phone to make the call. My mom, Barbara, answered on the second ring.

“Hey,” I said, keeping my voice light. “It’s time.”

A woman making a phone call | Source: Midjourney

There was a pause, and then Mom’s familiar, no-nonsense tone came through. “Finally. I’ve been waiting for this moment.”

Mom couldn’t stand Mike. She saw right through his flashy facade the day I introduced them. But the best part? She had helped us buy this house. She was the reason Mike thought he had scored such a great deal on it, and now she was going to be the reason he lost it.

I hung up, feeling a strange sense of relief as I looked around. I was done pretending.

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The next morning, I was making breakfast in my new little apartment when my phone rang. I smirked as Mike’s name flashed across the screen.

“Hello?” I answered sweetly.

“You set me up!” Mike’s voice was furious, practically frothing at the mouth.

I put the phone on speaker, grabbing a piece of toast as I leaned against the counter. “I’m sorry, what are you talking about?”

A slice of toast | Source: Midjourney

“Your mother!” he spat. “She’s… she’s in my house! She’s taken over everything!”

“Oh, right,” I said, biting into my toast. “Remember that agreement we signed when she gave us the down payment? The one that lets her live there whenever she wants, for as long as she wants?”

There was a long pause, and I could practically hear the gears turning in his brain. I could imagine the look on his face, realization dawning.

A woman speaking on the phone | Source: Midjourney

He had signed that paper years ago, too blinded by the allure of a fancy house to even think twice about the fine print.

“You! You cheated me! This isn’t over. I’m getting my lawyers—”

Before he could finish, I heard Mom’s voice in the background, sharp and cutting through the phone. “Michael, you better get your feet off that coffee table! And stop hogging the remote!”

There was a muffled sound as if Mike had turned away from the phone, trying to whisper. “Barbara, this is my house—”

A smiling woman on a phone call | Source: Midjourney

“Oh, hush,” Mom interrupted, louder now. “It’s my house just as much as yours. And another thing, what’s with all these cheap snacks? Do you know how to grocery shop? I’m not living off frozen dinners!”

I had to bite my lip to keep from laughing. Mike mumbled something incoherent, his frustration barely contained, but before he could get another word in, I heard her again.

“And turn down that TV! You think I want to listen to that nonsense all day? If you’re going to watch those ridiculous car shows, at least mute it!”

A woman smiling | Source: Midjourney

There was a loud crash, followed by some more muttering, and then the phone clicked off abruptly. I took a deep breath, smiling as I sat down at the table.

Freedom never tasted so sweet.

Your feet work hard for you every day, but are you paying attention to what they’re trying to tell you? Health experts warn that two silent foot killers can sneak up without noticeable symptoms, leading to infections, amputations, or even life-threatening complications.

Experts say that changes in your feet – whether it’s color, temperature, or even nail texture – can be early indicators of serious health conditions like heart disease and diabetes. These seemingly small changes might be your body’s way of waving a red flag.

So, if you’ve been ignoring them, it’s time to start paying attention!

Feet and heart disease

Your feet are the farthest body part from your heart, meaning they are often the first to show signs of poor circulation.

Noel Wicks, pharmacist and health advisor told the Express that the tiny blood vessels in our toes are particularly vulnerable to fatty blockages—a common early sign of heart disease.

 “We need to keep an eye on our foot health, including our toenails, because it can [have an] impact on our overall health, and be a sign of [serious] health issues,” Wicks said.

WebMD reports that you might experience symptoms like:

• Cold feet: Poor circulation makes it hard for warm blood to reach your extremities, causing persistent cold feet, even in hot weather!
• Slow-healing wounds: Minor cuts or blisters may take an unusually long time to heal, indicating insufficient blood supply.
• Pain while walking (Claudication): Aching or cramping in the feet and legs during physical activity, which subsides when resting.
• Discoloration: Feet may appear pale, blue, or have a purplish hue due to reduced blood flow.
• Cramping: Cramping in hip, thigh, or calf muscle while climbing stairs or walking.

These symptoms might seem harmless at first, but they shouldn’t be ignored. If you notice them, especially if they persist, a visit to your doctor is highly recommended.

Feet and diabetes

Your feet don’t just warn you about heart disease – they can also be one of the first places to show signs of diabetes.

Diabetes affects blood circulation and nerve function, which often causes early symptoms in your feet before anywhere else in your body. From tingling sensations to slow-healing wounds, paying attention to foot health can help you detect diabetes before it leads to serious complications.

According to the CDC, “With diabetes, a foot ulcer could get infected and not heal well. If an infection doesn’t get better with treatment, your toe, foot, or leg may need to be amputated (removed by surgery). This is done to prevent the infection from spreading and to save your life.”

Shockingly, in the U.S., 80% of lower limb amputations – a toe, foot or leg – “are a result of complications from diabetes,” the CDC explains.

Symptoms

• Pain in your legs or cramping in your buttocks, thighs, or calves during physical activity.
• Tingling, burning, or pain in your feet.
• Loss of sense of touch or ability to feel heat or cold very well.
• A change in the shape of your feet over time.
• Loss of hair on your toes, feet, and lower legs.
• Dry, cracked skin
• A change in the color and temperature
• Thickened, yellow toenails.
• Fungus infections such as athlete’s foot between your toes.
• A blister, sore, ulcer, infected corn, or ingrown toenail.

Many people don’t realize they have diabetes until they start experiencing foot problems. That’s why it’s crucial to take these signs seriously.

If you think you’re developing symptoms of diabetes, consult a doctor immediately. Managing diabetes early can prevent serious complications like foot ulcers, infections, and even amputations.

Your feet can be the first indicator of serious underlying health problems, from diabetes complications to artery blockages. The sooner you catch these warning signs, the better your chances of preventing irreversible damage.

So next time you kick off your shoes, take a moment to really look at your feet – they might just be trying to tell you something important!

Hollywood in the 1950s was a glamorous but ruthless industry, where the fate of actors and actresses was often dictated by powerful studios.

Among the many talented stars of the era, one actress stood out for her stunning beauty, undeniable talent, and tragic career downfall.

Once poised for greatness, she was suddenly blacklisted from one of the biggest studios, leaving many to wonder what went wrong…

In the early 1950s, Lee Grant actress was considered one of the most beautiful women in Hollywood.

With her classic features, graceful presence, and captivating screen performances, she quickly gained attention from major studios. Producers saw her as the next big thing, casting her in a series of films that showcased her charm and versatility.

Grant made her film debut in the 1951 film version of Detective Story, starring Kirk Douglas, which earned her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination and the Best Actress Award at the Cannes Film Festival.

Audiences adored her, and critics praised her performances. Everything seemed to be going perfectly—until it wasn’t.

Mysterious Fall from Grace

Despite her rapid success, Grant’s career took a shocking turn when she was suddenly banned from one of Hollywood’s top studios. The decision was swift and left many confused. How could a rising star, with everything going for her, be shut out of the industry that once embraced her?

Rumors began swirling. Some claimed she had clashed with powerful executives, refusing to conform to their demands. Others suggested that her personal life had become a problem for the studio, as Hollywood was known for tightly controlling the images of its stars. A few even believed she had been blacklisted for reasons beyond her control—perhaps as part of the harsh politics of the entertainment business.

CBS detailed that Grant gave an impassioned eulogy in 1951 at the memorial service for actor J. Edward Bromberg, during which she implied that his death was caused by the stress of being called before the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC).

For the next 12 years, her career wouldn’t be the same.

The Cost of Hollywood’s Power Struggles

During the Golden Age of Hollywood, studios had immense control over actors. If a star defied the industry’s unwritten rules, they could be blacklisted, their contracts revoked, and their careers destroyed overnight. Many talented performers saw their dreams crushed simply because they didn’t fit the mold of what the studios wanted.

Grant, once on the path to superstardom, became another casualty of the studio system.

While Grant later appeared in projects like Valley of the Dolls, Columbo, Shampoo, and Mulholland Drive – and eventually won an American Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress – she struggled to find work throughout the 50s and early 60s. The offers stopped coming, and her name gradually faded from the headlines.

A Legacy That Lives On

Though her career was unfairly cut short, her beauty, talent, and the films she starred in remain a testament to what could have been. Hollywood may have moved on, but true movie lovers still remember her as one of the most striking and underrated stars of her time.

Her story serves as a reminder of how unpredictable fame can be and how even the brightest stars can be dimmed by forces beyond their control.

Today, in an era where actors have more freedom than before, her struggles highlight the dark side of classic Hollywood — a world where talent sadly wasn’t always enough to survive.

The Kansas City Chiefs’ attempt at an unprecedented three-peat in the Super Bowl ended in disappointment after months of excitement.

The team’s hopes of winning a championship were dashed when they lost to the Philadelphia Eagles 40–22 in New Orleans.

Travis Kelce was among those most affected by the defeat; he found it difficult to contribute in what might have been one of his last games on the NFL’s biggest stage.

Kelce’s Silent Performance on the Most Important Evening

As one of the league’s most dominant tight ends, Kelce, 35, had an exceptionally quiet night, not recording a single reception in the first half.

In sharp contrast to his typically outstanding performances, he had only managed four catches for 39 yards by the final whistle.

Following the game, Kelce skipped any team celebration and went straight to Taylor Swift’s suite while still sporting his vintage ’70s-inspired attire.

A post-game party was originally scheduled by the Chiefs, but it was canceled due to the somber atmosphere in the locker room.

Swift, who has consistently attended Kelce’s games since they started dating in 2023, spent the night with him instead of celebrating another championship, leaving the team to consider what went wrong.

There is uncertainty surrounding Kelce’s NFL future.

The Super Bowl defeat has only heightened the already heated discussion about Kelce’s future. He admitted prior to the game that he has been considering life after football, even though he has not yet made an official retirement decision.

“I enjoy doing this. Every day I look forward to going to work. On Super Bowl Opening Night, Kelce said, “I think I still have a lot of good football left in me.” “We’ll see what occurs.”

The main question hanging over Kansas City as the offseason gets underway is whether Kelce will play another season or if this was his last game wearing a Chiefs uniform.

Even though the evening ended without a championship trophy, Kelce took solace in the steadfast backing of Taylor Swift, one of the most significant pop stars in the world.

The most creepy experiences are usually those we struggle to grasp or fail to anticipate. These fantastic and disconcerting incidents make a lasting impression, lingering in our thoughts well beyond their occurrence. Within this compilation, people recount peculiar and spine-tingling events that continue to vibrate in their lives even now.

Story 1: 

I left my husband after he che:ated. He wasn’t happy, so he took away my dog, saying, “I paid for him!” I couldn’t sleep for weeks.

Then one day, he called me: “I have a surprise for you!” I found a sealed box on my porch. I opened it, and I got chills all over me. Inside, there was my dog’s first-ever chewy toy. Then, I spotted in the distance my dog running toward me.

My husband, now ex, had returned him to me. He told me that he couldn’t keep the dog because he kept barking day and night, wanting to return to me. I was overjoyed. I said thank you, and that was the last time I saw my ex.

To this day, the moment just before I opened that box remains the scariest of my life. My mind raced in every direction.

Story 2: 

One night a couple of years ago, I was in bed with my cat asleep at my feet. I was on my phone browsing Reddit when out of nowhere, he woke up, stood up, and turned to the doorway (which was closed). Then he arched his back and started hissing and growling, that creepy low-pitched meow cats do.

He was staring at the doorway, at eye level if a person were standing there. He did that for a couple of minutes, then he just suddenly stopped and went back to sleep next to me as if nothing had happened. I was freaked out and couldn’t sleep for the rest of the night. © xyz66 / Reddit

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Story 4: 

When I was younger, probably around 14 years old, I was playing hide and seek with my little brother, who was about 4 years old at the time. I was hiding, and he was taking quite a while to find me. I had chosen to hide in his room, which was right next to mine.

Suddenly, he comes running into his room, where I’m hiding, and goes straight to my hiding spot. Surprised, I asked him, ’’How did you know where I was?’’ He responded, ’’The man in your mirror told me where you were hiding.’’ © emersonc1998 / Reddit

Story 5: 

I worked as a receptionist between 2013 and 2015 in a hotel whose owner would close it during the low season, but always kept me there to keep an eye on the place. For some reason, in the middle of the room area, there was an indoor garden with some trees.

One night when I got there, I heard a noise from that area and went there without turning the lights on. The small trees were shaking as if someone was playing on them. I got close to the branches and they kept moving. I stood there for a while and saw nobody but me. I ended up ignoring it and went to the reception.

There were also some other weird episodes in the same hotel. © W**zitec / Reddit

Story 6: 

Story 7: 

At 3:00 AM, I noticed someone walking in the hallway toward my bedroom. My bedroom door was open, and I saw the shadow through the gap in the door. Terrified, I watched as they quietly walked into my bedroom.

But as they entered, I realized it was just a birthday balloon that had been on the ceiling for three months prior. It was deflated enough to hover and was slowly moving into my bedroom due to the airflow from my fan. © RollerDerby88 / Reddit

Story 8: 

I lost my son in the mall when he was 7. I was crying, and a blonde woman came to comfort me. Hours later, he was found.10 years later, I was telling the story to a friend and mentioned the sweet stranger who helped me.

My son suddenly turned pale. He looked at me and said, ’’Sweet? Mom, that’s not what happened. That woman was actually the one who took me. She and a man carried me to the parking lot and kept me in their car for a while. I remember them arguing.’’ He continued, ’’She came back to distract you, but it was her boyfriend who changed his mind and let me go.’’

I was completely shocked. My son had kept the truth hidden from me all these years, trying to protect me from more pain. In that moment, my entire understanding of that day—and that woman—was shattered.

Story 9:

I was 15 years old, home alone, when I very clearly heard the sound of a child laughing and running on a hard-surfaced floor throughout the house.
A one-story house, all floors, including the kitchen area, were carpeted. © charrarenottrout / Reddit

Story 10: 

When I was 15, my parents went away for a weekend. I had gone to sleep but was woken up by strange noises of voices. I came downstairs to find the TV on static with the volume at maximum, a radio tuned to a late-night talk show, the oven manually turned on, and the fridge open. All doors and windows were locked, yet I still can’t explain it. I didn’t sleep a wink all night.
© zealousmemelord / Reddit

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Story 12:

I was driving home on a dark, country road when two cars suddenly turned their lights on, blocking the road ahead. I stopped a ways away, noticing two guys standing in the lights. I quickly flipped my car around and sped off towards the police station. As I drove, I realized that someone was following me with their lights off. © Unknown author / Reddit

Story 13: 

While wild camping in the middle of a dense forest, I was abruptly awakened around 2 am by the sound of a girl crying not too far away. Unsure of what to do, I waited anxiously. She continued crying for about 15 minutes, then I heard a guy say, “Oh, come on now, let’s go home.” After that, there was silence. It really scared me. © Unknown author / Reddit

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Recent evidence shows that after President Donald Trump’s victory, a lot fewer people watched MSNBC host Rachel Maddow.

“The Rachel Maddow Show” has lost 43% of its viewers since Trump easily beat Vice President Kamala Harris in 2024. It now only gets an average of 1.4 million people.

Analysts found the drop by comparing how many people watched the show on average from January 1, 2024, to Election Day to how many people watched it since November 6, 2024.

Maddow cut “The Rachel Maddow Show” down to once a week in 2022 to “pursue other projects,” even though she was making a lot of money. She just signed a new deal that keeps her in an important role at MSNBC.

The network’s biggest star has lost even more viewers among people 25 to 54 years old. OAN reported that since the election, she has lost 56% of her following in this important age group, and now only gets an average of 103,000 viewers. This is a huge loss for her because advertisers value this age group so highly

When it was at its peak, The Rachel Maddow Show aired every weeknight and was one of the most-watched television news shows. However, Maddow has only led the show on Monday nights for the past two years, giving the 9 p.m. ET time slot to Alex Wagner for the rest of the week. An interesting fact is that Wagner had her lowest-rated week ever last week.

Rachel Maddow’s main job now is to cover big events for MSNBC, like Election Night. In her spare time, she hosts shows and works on other projects.

Maddow allegedly made $30 million a year under her old contract. However, The Ankler said that her new five-year deal is worth $25 million per year, but people inside MSNBC have said that those numbers aren’t accurate.

Joe Concha, a Fox News reporter who has covered the media business for a long time, said it’s not surprising that Maddow is losing viewers now that the election is over because she is so supportive of Kamala Harris.

MSNBC still gave her $25 million to work one night a week, which I found strange. The result on her investment is that she comes in far behind Sean Hannity at 9 p.m. Is that cash well spent? “That’s not a real question,” Concha told Fox News Digital.

Maddow has made a name for herself by constantly criticizing Donald Trump. For example, she spread ideas that he was connected to Russia, which have since been shown to be false.

Around 2.5 million people watched The Rachel Maddow Show every week in 2017, 2.9 million in 2018, 2.8 million in 2019, and a high of 3.2 million in 2020, when the left was very focused on Trump. However, Maddow cut back on her work in 2021 after taking a long break.

Before the 2024 election, Maddow said that Trump “would be a dictator” if he won again.

Since his victory, the far-left network’s viewers have dropped sharply. Maddow’s show has also seen a big drop in viewers, recently ranking lower than a rerun of Ancient Aliens.

CNN has also seen a drop in viewers, with an average of 357,000 people per day, and 65,000 in the key demo, according to The Independent.

Both networks have had a hard time during prime time. The average number of people watching MSNBC in prime time has dropped by 52%, to 644,000, with only 63,000 in the 25–54 age group. CNN only gets 453,000 people during prime time, 39% less than last year.

The number of people watching Fox News has also gone up since the election, rising 24% year-to-date and averaging 3 million primetime viewers, the study said. This solidifies Fox News’s position as the leader in cable news.

“They had to keep her because this is a tough time,” an official told The Ankler about Maddow. “She does things that no one else can.” It takes time to build a business like that. Someone else in the company called Maddow “ratings Viagra.”

Some of the most important people in radical politics have said that they are “optimistic” about Trump becoming president.

The founder and host of the podcast “The Young Turks,” Cenk Uygur, has changed his mind about MAGA (Make America Great Again). He now says that he thinks the “enemy” is the political establishment, not Trump followers.

At least one member of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency team visited the Internal Revenue Service offices in Washington on Thursday as part of its effort to assess and possibly reduce the size of government agencies, two sources familiar with the matter told CNN.

The DOGE member, Gavin Kliger, made several requests, including a breakdown of what each business unit within the IRS does, its goals for the next 90 days, and the risks currently facing each unit, according to one of the sources.

CNN reported that it remained unclear if Kliger had accessed any IRS systems. A source told the network, however, that “he’s just getting a lay of the land at the moment.”

There was no indication on Thursday that sensitive IRS information had been accessed, but staffers were still on high alert, CNN added.

Recently, DOGE staffers gained access to a critical Treasury Department payment system, which a judge subsequently blocked. Few individuals have access to the sensitive IRS system, and it includes various security measures and checks to ensure that only authorized personnel can access it, according to sources familiar with the matter.

IRS officials sent an email to all agency staff that was obtained by CNN, which read in part: “Anyone getting an inbound on a group of high-profile visitors to the IRS should have them send their query to the inbox. We’ve elevated this inquiry to Treasury. We’re awaiting further instruction.”

The visit comes following a campaign pledge from President Donald Trump to reassess the size and scope of the entire federal government apparatus, agency by agency, with an eye toward reducing staff sizes and expenditures.

On Thursday, Trump commended DOGE for its progress, stating that while the team would focus on the IRS, it would not shut down the agency.

“No, but I think the Internal Revenue Service will be looked at like everybody else. Just about everybody’s going to be looked at… [DOGE is] doing a hell of a job, it’s an amazing job,” he told reporters in the Oval Office.

Several Democrats have criticized Trump’s bid to downsize the federal government, which has left many political observers perplexed since it is very popular not only with Trump’s base but a majority of all Americans, according to recent polling data.

Meanwhile, the White House sent termination notices to several U.S. Attorneys around the country who had been appointed by President Joe Biden, a move aimed at cracking down on officials who may be prone to disobey directives from the new administration.

An email, which was viewed by Reuters, from the White House’s deputy director for the office of presidential personnel informed recipients, “At the direction of President Donald J. Trump, I am writing to inform you that your position as U.S. Attorney is terminated, effective immediately.”

It was not immediately apparent that all U.S. attorneys received the White House termination notices. That said, several from Seattle to Maryland have resigned their positions.

Current and former Justice Department attorneys say that although it is common for U.S. Attorneys to resign following a change in the presidential administration, typically the incoming administration requests their resignations rather than sending them tersely worded termination letters.

U.S. Attorney Tara McGrath of San Diego, a Biden appointee, was among those fired. Her office reported late Wednesday that she received notification of her termination from the White House, which also thanked McGrath for her service.

Another Biden appointee, U.S. Attorney Erek Barron of Maryland, sent out a farewell email to the entire office shortly after the termination notices were sent, stating that his tenure “has come to an end.”

“It has been an honor to lead such a talented and dedicated team,” Barron wrote, according to a copy of the email seen by Reuters. He confirmed his departure in a post on LinkedIn on Thursday.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, a key figure in the unsuccessful Harris-Walz 2024 presidential campaign, may be eyeing a future in Washington, according to a new report.

Walz is reportedly considering a Senate bid in 2026 following Democratic Sen. Tina Smith’s announcement that she will not seek re-election, Politico reported, citing an unnamed source.

Alternatively, Walz could opt for a third term as Minnesota governor in 2026, as USA Today noted, as Minnesota has no term limits for its governors.

If Walz enters the race, he is expected to face competition, Politico reported.

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan hinted on social media that she intends to run for the seat, with a formal announcement forthcoming. Meanwhile, Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar has not ruled out a potential bid.

“Congresswoman Omar will be talking with Minnesotans about the future of the Senate seat and DFL party in Minnesota,” a representative for her said.

Democratic Reps. Angie Craig and Kelly Morrison, along with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, are also being considered as potential candidates.

Meanwhile, Republican Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, who heads the GOP’s Senate campaign efforts, cautioned that Democrats should not assume the seat is safely in their column, according to The Wall Street Journal.

“Minnesota is in play, and we play to win,” he said. “Minnesotans deserve a senator who will fight for lower taxes, economic opportunity, and safer communities.”

Some political observers believe that Walz’s challenging 2024 campaign, during which he frequently exaggerated his military and political record, will be a significant burden in 2026.

“The average Minnesotans didn’t really know who Tim Walz was,” retired Minnesota State Patrol Lt. John Nagel told Fox News Digital.

“With running for vice president, people suddenly realized this guy is not who so many of us thought he was. He’s not this happy grandpa teacher that wears plaid. He is an individual that wants to keep his power. He’s lied to make himself look better,” Nagel said.

“Walz’s ego is bruised,” Nagel added. “He is not happy that he’s not walking around as vice president.”

Republican state Sen. Mark Koran opined: “I think Minnesotans should reject his political agenda, just as the nation did. He came back extraordinarily damaged.

“The Democrats are going to take him out within his own party, likely in the next gubernatorial primary. There’s a Senate seat open in Minnesota. He wants the national spotlight. At the end of the day, if he has nothing else, I think he’ll be running for governor again,”  he said.

Last month, Walz didn’t get the results he may have expected when he attempted to troll then-President-elect Donald Trump’s decision to move his inauguration indoors due to a forecast of extremely cold weather for Washington, D.C.

In response to the announcement, Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate took to social media to post a photo of himself giving a speech outdoors during a snowstorm — presumably in his home state.

“There’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing,” Walz wrote in his post.

Walz appeared to be sending the message that he can handle inclement weather much better than Trump, despite the Trump transition team’s concerns not for the president-elect but for the tens of thousands of Americans who planned to attend the event.

Several users responded to Walz’s attempted troll with reminders that Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance handily defeated him and Harris.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Monday revealed the Democrats’ strategy to oppose President Donald Trump’s temporary agency, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), and its sweeping government audit.

“Senate Democrats have a responsibility to fight back on behalf of American families as Republicans look the other way in obedience to Donald Trump. And we are,” he said in a letter to the Senate Democrat membership.

With Democrats out of power in both legislative chambers and the White House, their options to challenge initiatives they oppose are limited.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer outlined a four-pronged strategy to counter DOGE, the temporary government audit agency led by Trump-aligned billionaire and special government employee Elon Musk. Schumer said Democrats will combat the audit through Oversight, Litigation, Legislation, and Communication & Mobilization, Fox News reported.

As part of their oversight efforts, Schumer noted that Democrats have already sent “hundreds” of inquiries to scrutinize DOGE’s actions.

The Democratic leader, along with Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Ranking Member Gary Peters, D-Mich., sent a letter to federal employees announcing a new portal for whistleblowers “to report corruption, abuses of power, and threats to public safety.”

Regarding litigation, Schumer noted that court challenges “are already bearing fruit.”

Schumer pointed to federal court injunctions blocking a now-rescinded Office of Management and Budget temporary funding freeze, judicial rulings preventing buyouts and administrative leave for federal employees ordered by the administration, and a judge’s decision restricting DOGE’s team from accessing certain government systems.

“Our committees and my office are in regular communication with litigants across the country, including plaintiffs, and are actively exploring opportunities for the Democratic Caucus to file amici curiae that support their lawsuits,” Schumer wrote.

Schumer also highlighted legislative opportunities to challenge Trump and Musk, specifically citing the upcoming government spending deadline next month. He emphasized that passing a funding deal will require 60 votes in the Senate, meaning Republicans will need some Democratic support.

With this leverage, Democrats plan to push for key priorities in the spending package as both parties work to prevent a partial government shutdown.

“It is incumbent on responsible Republicans to get serious and work in a bipartisan fashion to avoid a Trump shutdown,” Schumer wrote.

Finally, the minority leader stated that Senate Democrats are working to keep their caucus informed and united in order to amplify their concerns to the public — which will occur largely through the Democrat-friendly legacy media.

“And the public is responding,” he wrote. “Grassroots energy is surging. From town halls to protests, Americans are pushing back. The stakes couldn’t be higher, and Senate Democrats are standing with the people to fight back, expose the truth, and stop the Trump agenda.”

That said, most recent polls have shown very high support for President Trump and his agenda.

For example, the president enjoyed historically high support from Black male voters in the November election—nearly 24 percent of Black men cast a ballot for him. But a new survey found that support among that demographic for Trump has since almost doubled.

The latest National Voter Trend (NVT) survey found that 42% of Black men now approve of Trump’s job performance, according to polling firm Cygnal.

The firm’s president, Brent Buchanan, stated that the data indicates working-class, diverse voters, who were crucial to Trump’s November victory, are now showing greater optimism about the country’s future.

“Throughout the election, we highlighted just how far out of touch Democrats had become with the American public, and now after Trump’s victory and rapid action on his campaign promises, it’s clear they haven’t learned much,” Buchanan said.

Trump’s growing support among Black men is part of a broader trend where Democrats are losing backing from key voter groups. The poll reveals that only 40% of voters view congressional Democrats favorably, while 54% have an unfavorable opinion.

In contrast, congressional Republicans are nearly evenly divided, with 47% favorable and 48% unfavorable. John Rogers, Cygnal’s Director of Client Strategy, attributed Trump’s success in addressing major voter concerns as a key factor behind these numbers.

The intelligence agencies now overseen by the new Director of National Intelligence, Tulis Gabbard, have quickly adopted President Donald Trump’s directive to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs.

On his first day back in the White House, the president signed an executive order to eliminate DEI programs in the federal government, and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and National Security Agency (NSA) have been adapting accordingly.

“CIA is complying with the Executive Order,” a spokesperson said to The Daily Caller.

“We are laser-focused on our foreign intelligence mission. We are complying with the EO and [Office of Personnel Management] Implementing Guidance. CIA sent out a notice on 31 January stating that Agency Resource Groups (ARGs), Directorate Resource Groups (DRGs), and Workforce Partner Groups have been disbanded,” they said.

However, in 2019, the CIA bragged on X, “We’re proud to be featured as one of @Glassdoor’s picks for ‘Amazing Companies That Champion #LGBTQ Equality.’

The Caller said that in addition to groups for LGBTQ officers, the agency also had groups for African American and Asian American staffers as well.

“The CIA’s now deleted the Diversity and Inclusion page previously linked to a 2024 to 2027 CIA Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Strategy, which the Caller learned is no longer in effect. The strategy does not appear on the agency’s site,” The Caller reported.

The FBI has also said it is also complying with the executive order and no longer has diversity listed as a core principle.

“The FBI is fully complying with the Executive Order regarding DEI programs and implementation guidance provided by the Office of Personnel Management,” a bureau representative said to The Caller.

“As a result, Diversity has been removed from the FBI’s list of organizational Core Values. Visual and informational materials promoting Diversity as a Core Value are being removed from FBI space,” the rep added.

The agency’s focus on diversity was particularly scrutinized after the New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans last month. Some X users highlighted a post from the New Orleans office of the FBI focusing on diversity hiring.

“#FBINewOrleans is holding a Diversity Agent Recruiting event and we want to meet you! Agents and FBI executives will provide first hand information about a rewarding career,” the office said in a post linking to a website where prospective agents could apply.

But under Trump, the bureau’s focus, too, is changing.

“The removal of non-record visual and informational materials regarding the FBI’s Core Values is indicative of a need to update these materials and in no way violates our lawful records retention obligations under the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA),” the agency said to the Caller.

“Furthermore, while Diversity is no longer an organizational Core Value for our employees, the FBI continues its work to serve and protect all America,” it said.

The National Security Agency (NSA)  also confirmed to The Caller that it was complying with the president’s executive order by using “DEI and Gender Ideology keywords” to review and remove materials on its own site.

“NSA has taken steps to ensure we are in full compliance with the Administration’s Executive Order regarding DEI functions and activities,” a spokesperson said. “As we receive additional guidance, we are working to ensure NSA programs, activities, policies, and guidance are updated to reflect White House policy.”

Gabbard said in 2022 that one reason she left the Democratic Party was its hyperfocus on identity politics.

“One of the main reasons I left today’s Dem Party is (because) of their obsession with race, sexuality & other externals instead of merit,” she said in a post on X that included a video of her interview with Fox News host Jesse Watters.

“America is the greatest country in (the) world because it’s a meritocracy. If we become a society based on externals, America’s excellence will be history,” she added.

The Republican Party, led by President Donald Trump, appears to have an early advantage against Democrats in not only keeping but expanding its majority in the Senate in the 2026 midterm elections.

In its initial ratings for the 2026 midterms, the Cook Political Report gives Republicans the advantage in the upper chamber.

The report showed that two seats currently held by Democrats, Georgia and Michigan, are tossups, though at least one of them — in the Peach State — is leaning Republican under the right candidate.

In Georgia, Sen. Jon Ossoff will likely have to defend against popular Republican Gov. Brian Kemp, who currently holds a polling advantage. Newsweek reported that a poll from the WPA Intelligence/Club for Growth showed that the governor has a 6-point edge over the Senate incumbent.

In Michigan, Democrat Sen. Gary Peters said that he would not seek reelection, which presents an opportunity for Republicans to capture his seat in a state that Trump carried last November.

Democrats’ best chances to capture seats are in Maine and North Carolina, where Republican Sens. Susan Collins and Thom Tillis represent them, respectively.

They may also have a shot in Ohio for the seat vacated by Vice President JD Vance after Gov. Mike DeWine appointed Republican Sen. Jon Husted, the Cook report said.

But even if Democrats won all three contests, they would still have to flip a seat that the Cook Report deems “solidly Republican” while achieving victory in every state they are defending.

Republican South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott, meanwhile, has developed a plan to increase his party’s advantage in the Senate from 53 to 55 seats, targeting the defense of current Republican seats in Maine, North Carolina, and Ohio while also looking to grab Democratic seats in Michigan and Georgia.

Minnesota could also be up for grabs now as well after Democrat Sen. Tina Smith announced that she would not be seeking reelection. Republicans could face a familiar foe for that seat in Gov. Tim Walz, who was former Vice President Kamala Harris’ choice to be her vice president during her doomed 2024 presidential campaign.

Some Democrats are already campaigning for her job, while other familiar names, like Walz, are considering it.

Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan has already announced her candidacy on Instagram where she said, “I love Minnesota and my intention is to run for United States Senate and continue to serve the people of this state. I’ll make a formal announcement later this month. In the meantime, I’m talking with community and my family and friends. I will have more to say soon.”

Rep. Ilhan Omar has not ruled out her own bid as a spokesperson for the “Squad” member said, “Congresswoman Omar will be talking with Minnesotans about the future of the Senate seat and DFL party in Minnesota,” Politico reported.

Smith announced her retirement in a video this week. In it, she said, “After 20 years of hard and rewarding work in the public sector, I’m ready to spend more time with my family.”

Smith spoke to reporters on Capitol Hill on Thursday, and she did not show any preference as to who might replace her in the growing field of Democrat candidates.

“Absolutely not — this is a moment for the deep bench of leadership in Minnesota, lots of great talent. And you know that’s for Minnesotans and those leaders to figure out,” the senator said.

She said that her decision not to seek reelection in 2026 was “purely personal” and “had nothing to do with the politics of the moment.”

“You know, this was a purely personal decision. I really was weighing like what I want to do for the next 10 years of my life and how I want to spend my time. And with that frame, it was — it had nothing to do with the politics of the moment. And so in that sense, once I was really clear on … how I wanted to approach the next 10 years, it wasn’t a hard decision,” she said.

Even though he has been questioned and shown to be wrong for years, California Senator-elect Adam Schiff still stands by his controversial claims that Trump and Russia are working together. Schiff, a famous Democrat who used to be the head of the House Intelligence Committee, has become a controversial figure because he is involved in the investigations into the alleged plot that happened while Trump was president.

CNN’s State of the Union host, Jake Tappers, asked Schiff tough questions about what he had said before. The questions were mostly about what Schiff said. With the warning Schiff got from the House of Representatives in mind, Tapper looked closely at his time as chair of the Intelligence Committee.

The House of Representatives counted you as “abusing this trust by claiming there was evidence of collusion between Trump’s campaign and Russia” the previous year. They also took into account the fact that you held powerful positions during Donald Trump’s presidency, such as chairman of the House Intelligence Committee. The same as Tapper says.

Tapper told him, “Are you experiencing any introspection regarding those assertions?” A question that kept coming up. Based on Mueller’s findings and what your Republican friends said, it seems like these claims are not true. In what ways do you think the things you’ve done have contributed to the current political divide?

The most important thing about Schiff’s defense of his actions at work was that he was sure that his searches were legal. The Mueller report and other probes by Republicans have often been used by his critics to disprove what he says. Actually, these investigations did not find any proof that Trump’s team had a criminal connection to Russia.

Schiff’s words have had a wide range of effects. His opponent in the Republican Party says that he hurts people’s faith in the government by telling a story that many people don’t believe is based on any facts. Schiff was reprimanded by Republicans in the House in 2023 for “misleading the American public” during the investigation into Trump’s relationship with Russia. This idea was emphasized by the reprimands.

Schiff’s unwavering support for his position has, however, brought many dedicated Democrats to him. For these Democrats, what he did was an important response to what they saw as wrongdoing by the government. However, people who don’t agree with him say that the fact that he won’t admit any mistakes is a clear sign of how political Washington City is.

Schiff is getting ready to start his new job as a senator, but problems from the past are still looming large. This could possibly change his political path and make it harder for him to work with people from other groups.

1. Survivor + Stubborn

Finding a rare woman like you is almost impossible – your heart is as big as the sun and your smile just as warm and inviting.

You’re definitely not a show-off, so your abilities are often underestimated, but you don’t mind. You know more than you say, think more than you speak, and notice more than others realize. You experienced a lot of pain in you past, so you built walls for protection, but if someone is patient with you, your walls come down to reveal a woman who is loyal and kind beyond measure.

2. Strong + Independent

This woman is everything all at once and too much for people who don’t deserve her.

The method to win her over is not through sweet talks, but through actions. She notices every little thing and can always tell if someone is being a backstabber or a friend. She is in love with every fiber of her being, but she will not tolerate lies and excuses. Her only weakness is that she cares too much for others. She is something you will regret losing, because, like the sun, she can be alone and still shine.

3. Exhausted

Finding a woman like this is like finding a diamond: rare and simply impossible to forget.

She fights all her battles alone and would give every ounce of her energy to see her loved ones smile. She’s definitely not a faker and never sugarcoats her words because she’d rather be brutally honest than a backstabber. Whoever is loved by her is the luckiest person, but don’t ever take advantage of her kindness, because once you break her trust, she is ready to walk away – She is like the sun, she can be alone and still shine.

4. Very stubborn

Women like this are as rare as the midnight sun and just as breathtaking.

She’s unlike any other woman you will ever meet – stubborn, independent, and kind beyond words. Even though she carries the world on her shoulders, you will never see the smile leave her face. She’s strong so her loved ones don’t have to be, the one everyone counts on. She is not someone to beat around the bush, she speaks the honest truth, even if it sometimes comes across as blunt, but you will never find a more loving heart. If you break her trust, she is a silent storm, so don’t get caught up in something you cannot handle.

5. Unbreakable Strength

It’s not often that you meet women like this, she has the heart of an angel and the spirit of a warrior.

Her life has never been easy, but she wears her past hardships like armor. She has built walls around her for a reason, and not everyone gets the same version of her. One person might tell you she has a beautiful soul, another might tell you she is cold-hearted. Believe them both, she acts accordingly. Whoever is loved by her is the luckiest person.

President Donald Trump’s White House sent termination notices to several U.S. Attorneys around the country who had been appointed by Democratic President Joe Biden, a move aimed at cracking down on officials who may disobey directives from the new administration.

In the email, which was viewed by Reuters, the White House’s deputy director for the office of presidential personnel told recipients, “At the direction of President Donald J. Trump, I am writing to inform you that your position as U.S. Attorney is terminated, effective immediately.”

Though it was not immediately apparent that all of them received the White House termination notices, several U.S. attorneys from Seattle to Maryland have resigned from their positions.

Current and former Justice Department attorneys say that although it is common for U.S. Attorneys to resign following a change in the presidential administration, typically the incoming administration requests their resignations rather than sending them tersely worded termination letters.

More than two dozen of Biden’s appointed U.S. Attorneys remained in their positions as of Wednesday. As of Thursday, their offices said at least three were still employed.

There was no response from the White House. Several requests for comment from the U.S. Department of Justice were not answered.

U.S. Attorney Tara McGrath of San Diego, a Biden appointee, was among those fired. Her office reported late Wednesday that she received notification of her termination from the White House, which also thanked McGrath for her service.

Another Biden appointee, U.S. Attorney Erek Barron of Maryland, sent out a farewell email to the entire office shortly after the termination notices were sent, stating that his tenure “has come to an end.”

“It has been an honor to lead such a talented and dedicated team,” Barron wrote, according to a copy of the email seen by Reuters. He confirmed his departure in a post on LinkedIn on Thursday.

According to a statement sent by email, Ismail Ramsey, the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of California, has also “concluded his leadership” of the position.

According to a spokesperson for her office on Thursday, Seattle-based U.S. Attorney Tessa Gorman also resigned at the president’s request. Gorman was initially appointed on an interim basis by now-former U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland and then by the judges in the Western District of Washington.

Late Wednesday, Biden-appointed U.S. Attorney Dena King, the top federal prosecutor for the Western District of North Carolina, announced her own resignation.

A member of President Donald Trump’s administration traded barbs online with former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton regarding Department of Government Efficiency boss Elon Musk’s work in identifying wasteful spending associated with USAID

Clinton claimed that the department has “deteriorated” under Duffy’s leadership —

ignoring all of the transportation infrastructure accidents and mishaps during former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s four-year tenure.

Clinton also claimed that DOGE personnel don’t have the “relevant experience” to tackle an aviation system upgrade.

Many family stories are so heartwarming which make you cry, laugh, and treasure them forever. They’re full of love, chaos, and unforgettable warmth.

Now we has shared real family tales that capture the beauty of everyday life, touch your heart and remind you of the joy and imperfections that make every family unique.

Story 1: 

My 10 year-old son came home crying. Everyone was asked to bring their mom’s specialty dish for the teacher’s birthday—except him, because “he’s the poor kid.” I saw red. I’ll never let my son feel inferior.

So, I spent the night making my famous pie. The next day, I discreetly went to school to confront the teacher. But she looked totally stunned and said, “There’s no birthday today! Your son is outside with his friends, and he’s very happy!”

It was recess time. I went outside and was sh0cked to discover my son surrounded by friends, counting a wad of cash. He had been selling slices of my pie for $4 each! That evening, he confessed the truth—he had concocted the story to raise money for a video game I’d told him we couldn’t afford.

Now, I’m torn between two emotions: disappointment that my son is such a skilled deceiver and pride in his budding entrepreneurial spirit.

Story 2: 

My son is 4 years old. He didn’t speak and used only gestures to communicate with us. Doctors didn’t know the reason because all the tests they conducted showed that he was perfectly fine. Anyway, he started talking later, and his first words were: “GET OFF”.

Story 3: 

My mother is very strict. In my childhood, I used to go to the kindergarten. I remember it was Monday and I didn’t want to go there. She told me that if I would go there for just 5 days, she would give me 2 ENTIRE DAYS OFF. I was happy that I got a good deal and went to the kindergarten.

Story 4: 

I saw a fake mustache in my sister’s car. She said calmly that she puts it on when driving sometimes… I have such a boring life!

Story 5: 

I am not a squeamish person. Sometimes, when I would drop something on the floor, I’d just blow on it, and I’d put it in my mouth. When I had kids, I learned to control myself, but I remember one time when we were sitting in the kitchen and eating a pie. My daughter drops a piece on the floor and my wife wants to pick it up. But my daughter shouts: “Mom, don’t touch it! It’s Dad’s piece now!”

Story 6: 

We wanted to have a second child, and instead, we had twins. It was very hard with them. They used to scream all day, and especially at nights. Look, it was EXTREMELY difficult.

So, one night we managed to put them to sleep. My husband went to the bathroom and I felt thirsty. I was sitting quietly in the kitchen. He walks out of the bathroom and doesn’t see me with the kids. He checks the other room — I’m not there. He comes to the kitchen and doesn’t see me in the dark, goes back to the bathroom, and I’m not there either.

He started running around the apartment, and finally, he rushes into the kitchen, turns the light on and says: “I thought you ran away! I was really scared. But, honestly, I had no idea…

Story 7: 

In my childhood, my father always picked me up from kindergarten. But I will never forget the day when a man I didn’t know came for me, and the teacher said he was my dad. But it wasn’t him! I cried and begged them not to let him take me. I cried until he took me to my mother’s apartment. I couldn’t recognize my dad without the mustache and the beard for a long time…

Story 8: 

I worked as a courier in an online store. It’s a good job, there are many clients, but it’s not the point here.

My daughter had a lesson in the kindergarten, where every kid was asked what their parents did for a living. And my daughter answered happily: “My father gives people some bags. People are happy to get the bags and they pay him for that.

P.S. The teachers from the kindergarten decided to find out what these “bags of happiness” were that I sold.

Story 9: 

My wife got sick. She had a very bad fever, so bad, in fact, that she could barely speak. My four-year-old daughter hadn’t seen her parents sick before. So, she tried to get her mother up and failed.

She comes up to me and says:
— Daddy, I’ve found out that she is not pretending. It’s time to get a new mom.

I told her the sad news that we would have to continue living with the current mom. We just need to fix her up a little.

Story 10: 

My father stole a bar of soap from the toilet in my college saying: “This place has to be useful at least in this way.”

Story 11: 

My husband talks in his sleep from time to time. When I ask him something, he usually talks nonsense. So, I thought it would be great to have some fun. I asked some questions like “Honey, do you love me?” and I received “Yes, I love you”.

So, next time, we had this conversation:
— John, who do you love?
— Plastic.
— What plastic?
— Extruded polystyrene.
P. S. This is what happens to someone who has been doing refurbishments for far too long.

Story 12: 

My fiancé (now my husband) on our wedding day wrote this on a sky lantern: “Take her away. It’s the first time I’ve seen her”.

Alexis Ohanian is defending his wife Serena Williams, who’s being slammed for stealing the Super Bowl halftime show with her crip walk, a controversial dance deeply rooted in the gangs of Southern California.

By the time Kendrick Lamar took the Super Bowl halftime stage at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, anticipation was at an all-time high. The song’s beat dropped, the stadium erupted, and then – just as the track hit one of its most infectious moments – the camera found Serena Williams, crip walking with the kind of effortless cool that only she could pull off.

The crip walk is a dance created in the 1970s by Robert “Sugar Bear” Jackson, a first-generation crip member – an alliance of street gangs mostly based in the coastal regions of Southern California.

Williams – a 23-time Grand Slam champion and cultural icon – effortlessly vibed to the Grammy-winning song, “Not Like Us” – Lamar’s diss track aimed at Drake.

The tennis star, who like Lamar grew up in Compton, reportedly dated the Canadian rapper before she married Alexis Ohanian, and by bringing her on stage, Lamar took his ongoing feud with Drake to a whole new level.

If there was any doubt about where Serena, 43, stood in the Drake vs. Kendrick feud, it was erased in that single dance move.

But it’s not the feud that sent the internet into a frenzy.

Olympic crip walk

Williams famously performed the crip walk on the Wimbledon court at the 2012 London Olympics, a move that was met with both celebration and controversy.

When it happened, Bill Plaschke, LA Times sports journalist, tweeted, “Serena C-walking at Wimbledon only shows how long she’s been away from home, separated from violence and death associated with that dance.”

Fans were divided on Williams doing the crip walk dance to celebrate her win, some saying it wasn’t “disrespectful,” while others suggested it was “stupid and classless.”

Responding to Plaschke’s criticism, one fan writes, “it’s a dance. Nothing more, nothing less. 12 yr olds who never heard of the gang do it. Don’t make a mountain out of a molehill.”

A second shares, “Moment of raw emotion. Questionable dance choice. Not disrespectful. We should embrace realness from athletes.” And another offered, “Shame she had to put a tarnish on an impressive win.  just plain stupid and classless.”

Halftime crip walk

After the Eagles clinched the 2025 title, Williams shared a social media clip that she captioned, “Super Bowl halftime show babyyyyyyyyy.”

In the clip that’s been viewed 3.8 million times, she jokes, “Man I did not crip walk like that at Wimbledon, I would’ve been fined.”

Fans jumped into the comments section, praising her surprising cameo at the Super Bowl.

“Serena Williams! The converse, the outfit, the dance moves, the feature in Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not like us’ Super Bowl halftime show, winning on and off the tennis court,” shares one netizen.

A second writes, “The Legend herself. You represented.”

William’s sister shot

But not everyone approved of her slick dance moves at the Super Bowl 2025.

“Crip walking on national tv when her older sister was murdered by crips,” tweets one, referring to Williams’ big sister Yetunde Price, who died after taking a bullet to the head in a 2003 Compton shooting. Yetunde, 31, was killed by a “trigger happy street gangster” guarding a “Los Angeles crack house from gangland rivals.”

“I would never crip walk if they was responsible for the death of my sister,” offers a second, while a third brings Williams’ husband into the conversation.

“Just an embarrassing human being she is. Pathetic and will do anything to stay relevant now her limelight is gone. If Alexis had any balls, which…c’mon, he wouldn’t have put up with this.”

‘Winning off the court’

Ohanian, the co-founder of Reddit, wasn’t willing to “put up” with criticisms aimed at his wife.

The day after the Super Bowl, Ohanian shared a post defending his tennis champ wife.

“Some of y’all have no idea how criticized Serena was for this same dance at Wimbledon 13 years ago and it shows…This is bigger than the music,” the 41-year-old writes in a tweet.

Ohanian – who shares two daughters with Williams – added a screenshot featuring past remarks from conservative sports commentator Jason Whitlock, who was with Fox Sports at the time.

Whitlock had originally criticized Williams, stating she “deserved to be criticized” for her celebratory dance and “should’ve immediately apologized.” He even went as far as comparing her crip walk on the tennis court to “cracking a tasteless, X-rated joke inside a church.”

To add to the moment, he also shared a clip of Samuel L. Jackson playing Uncle Sam at Lamar’s performance, where he said, “Oh no, no! Too loud! Too reckless! Too…ghetto.”

Fans jumped into the comments section of Ohanian’s February 9 post, offering their support.

“The girls that get it get it! There’s a reason Serena keeps winning off the court too,” writes one fan.

A second shares, “GOAT doing GOAT things. Wimbledon should apologize to Serena.” And another adds, “I’ve never been moved by a performance like I was last night. ever. Powerful. Poignant. Perfect. Thanks for being a part of what was a memorable stirring of the soul, Serena.”

What are your thoughts on Ohanian defending his wife’s controversial crip walk? Please let us know what you think and then share this story with others so we can get the conversation started!

The Mountain, Hafþór ”Thor” Björnsson, is known for his incredible strength, towering physique, and role in Game of Thrones — but it’s his relationship with his ”tiny” wife that’s leaving everyone talking.

Now, she answers the one question everyone keeps asking.

Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson is an Icelandic strongman and actor, best known for his role as “The Mountain” in Game of Thrones. Standing at a staggering 6’9″ and weighing over 400 pounds, he’s one of the world’s strongest men, having won the title of World’s Strongest Man in 2018.

Describing Hafþór’s size is nearly impossible without underestimating it. His arms? They’re far beyond the metaphor of tree trunks — they’re truly extraordinary. With biceps measuring 17 inches, a 45-inch waist, and a chest that spans 63 inches, his sheer size is mind-boggling. Even his fingers look like they’ve been sculpted for strength.

In 2014, Hafþór Björnsson’s life took a major turn. The Icelander, known as the third most decorated strongman in history, decided to try his hand at acting.

Things got real when he was cast as Ser Gregor ”The Mountain” Clegane in Game of Thrones Season 4, opening up an entirely new world for him.

Starred alongside Mike Tyson

At first, though, he thought someone was messing with him. When the casting team called while they were filming in Iceland, he couldn’t believe it.

”I thought it was some kind of joke. I had no acting experience,” he recalled. ”I was just a big dude competing in Strongman.”

Björnsson’s imposing figure and unforgettable role on the hit TV series have made him a global sensation. He stayed on for several seasons and in 2015, he was also cast in the lead role for the debut season of the Philadelphia Renaissance Faire. There, he played ‘King Thor,’ the fierce leader of a Viking raiding party set on capturing the city of Amman.

In 2019, the towering actor made another big move. Then, he starred alongside Mike Tyson in the action film Pharaoh’s War, where Tyson played a former soldier with a mysterious past, leading a group of Egyptian refugees through the desert to protect them from ruthless mercenaries.

Björnsson also took on a minor role in the historical epic The Northman, sharing the screen with stars like Alexander Skarsgård, Nicole Kidman, Ethan Hawke, and Willem Dafoe.

His ex-girlfriend feared for her life

Believe it or not, Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson’s personal life has been far from smooth. The strongman-turned-actor has faced serious allegations, with multiple ex-girlfriends accusing him of domestic violence.

One of his exes, Thelma Björk Steimann (the mother of his daughter), even claimed she feared for her life during a vacation, leading her to press charges.

”I honestly thought he wouldn’t hit me when I was pregnant,” Steimann told Icelandic newspaper Fréttablaðið.

However, the police investigation found no evidence to support her claims, and Björnsson later filed a slander lawsuit against her. He still claims that he has never been violent to women.

Sadly, the situation escalated to the point where Hafþór was banned from seeing his daughter for three years. Fortunately, things have calmed down over the years, and now he regularly visits his daughter, Theresa Líf, who lives in Denmark with her mother.

Meeting Kelsey Henson

In late 2017, a fateful meeting in Alberta would change Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson’s life. The towering strongman had traveled to the Canadian province for a promotional event for Icelandic Mountain Vodka, as well as to tour for the Warwick Strongman Festival.

It was at that event that Hafþór met Kelsey Morgan Henson, a Canadian fitness model and waitress who instantly caught his attention. The story goes that their connection began when Kelsey approached The Mountain to ask for a picture, sparking the start of their romance.

The couple quickly found themselves in the spotlight, not only because of Hafþór’s towering stature but also due to the remarkable height difference between them. Kelsey stands at 5 feet 2 inches, making her more than a foot and a half shorter than Björnsson. What started as a curious spectacle soon turned into something much deeper — an authentic and meaningful connection.

By August 2018, the two were married, sealing their bond with a beautiful ceremony.

”It is with great pleasure that I now get to call Kelsey Morgan Henson my wife,” the actor wrote alongside a photo of the pair on their wedding day.

”I get to hold this beautiful woman through thick and thin for the rest of our lives! I’m so excited for all of the future adventures we will tackle side by side. #justmarried.”

Then, on September 26, 2020, their love story reached a new chapter with the arrival of their son, Stormur Magni Hafþórsson, a child who would forever bind them together in their shared journey.

Losing their baby daughter

One of the most heartbreaking moments in Kelsey and Hafþór’s marriage occurred on November 10, 2023. The couple shared the devastating news on Instagram that their daughter had passed away at 21 weeks of gestation.

Sharing photos of their brief time with their daughter, Grace Morgan Hafþórsdóttir, Kelsey and Hafþór opened up about their heart-wrenching loss in a lengthy Instagram caption.

”It is with great sorrow that we announce the birth of our daughter, Grace Morgan Hafþórsdóttir, born Nov 8th at 21 1/2 weeks gestation. After a noticeable decrease in movement, we found out her heart had stopped beating,” they shared.

”Words cannot describe our pain of this loss or our happiness at being able to spend time with our daughter. She is absolutely beautiful, with blonde lashes and brows and a little smile for mom and dad. The love we feel for her is overwhelming,” the post continued.

”The grief we feel will be with us forever but so will the love. All of our hopes and dreams for her have been taken away from us but I know I will be with her again. Her spirit lives on through us and her siblings. We ask that you respect our privacy at this time as we grieve this unbearable loss. Thank you all for any kind words and support.”

The one question people keep asking

Despite his tough-guy persona, Thor’s softer side — especially when it comes to Kelsey and their family — is what keeps fans hooked. Thor continues to thrive in his post-Game of Thrones fame, juggling fatherhood, fitness, and public appearances.

As for Kelsey, she’s the steady rock by his side, sharing snippets of their life on social media that highlight their love and resilience.

Fans can’t get enough of their height difference, their grounded personalities, and the heartfelt moments they share. It’s clear that this couple, though physically mismatched, is perfectly in sync in every other way.

Despite their picture-perfect romance, fans always circle back to one burning question:

How does the 6’9″ giant kiss his 5’2″ wife?

During a Q&A session on Instagram, the couple finally addressed this fan-favorite inquiry. A cheeky fan asked, “Do you jump into his arms every time and wrap your legs around his waist? Please, post a picture of this impressive action!”

Kelsey’s reply didn’t disappoint, offering a humorous yet practical solution. “Ah, he bends, I tiptoe. Or just say screw it, pick me up!” she responded, capturing the playful dynamic between the pair.

Despite their height difference, Thor and Kelsey continue to prove that love knows no bounds, balancing humor, love, and a sense of adventure in every moment they share. It’s clear that while they may look mismatched on paper, they’re perfectly paired in every other way.

And now, with their kiss mystery finally solved, they’ve given the internet another reason to keep watching their every move.

On its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, the “unsinkable” ship struck an iceberg, leading to the deaths of over 1,500 passengers and crew.

Despite the catastrophic loss of life, one unsettling mystery has persisted — why were there so few bodies recovered from the wreckage, even though more than 1,500 people perished?

The discovery of Titanic’s wreckage

After decades of searching, the wreckage of the Titanic was discovered on September 1, 1985, more than 12,000 feet beneath the Atlantic Ocean.

After decades of speculation and attempts to locate it, an expedition finally succeeded in uncovering its location at the staggering depth.

It may seem strange that it took so long to find the wreck, but the problem wasn’t that its location was completely unknown — it was more about pinpointing its exact resting place.

Deep-sea explorer Robert Ballard spent eight days searching before successfully locating the R.M.S. Titanic, about 400 miles off the coast of Newfoundland, Canada. He was able to pinpoint the wreckage using his method of following debris—a technique he had first employed when discovering the Scorpion, a nuclear submarine that sank in 1968.

Ballard has previously spoken about the moment he saw the old ocean liner resting on the ocean floor.

”We made a promise to never take anything from that ship, and to treat it with great respect,” he told CBS News. 

But since then, expedition teams have recovered hundreds of artifacts, offering us a glimpse into the past — pieces of furniture, dinnerware, and personal belongings belonging to those who never made it off the ship. However, it became clear how poorly preserved some artifacts were when the first major expedition to recover items from the Titanic began in 1987.

Where did all the bodies go?

The wreck itself was found split in two, with the bow more intact, showing interiors was still remarkably preserved after over 70 years underwater. Around the wreckage, a massive debris field stretching 5 by 3 miles was discovered, with thousands of objects scattered across the ocean floor.

But something startling was missing: the bodies of the victims.

The absence of human remains is something that has puzzled historians and explorers alike.

While shoes, boots, and other personal items have been found in the debris, there are very few human remains to speak of. Out of the 337 bodies recovered, 119 were buried at sea, while 209 were returned to Halifax.

“I’ve seen zero human remains,” James Cameron, director of Titanic, who has visited and explored the wreck 33 times and claims to have spent more time on the ship than its captain, told the New York Times in 2012. “We’ve seen clothing. We’ve seen pairs of shoes, which would strongly suggest there was a body there at one point. But we’ve never seen any human remains.”

So, what happened to the many bodies?

The truth seems to lie in the fact that the Titanic wreckage lies deep in the ocean—far deeper than most people realize. At depths of over 12,000 feet, the water temperature hovers just above freezing, and the pressure is immense.

Over time, these conditions have led to the bodies being consumed by bacteria and sea creatures. The only remains that seem to survive are items like shoes and boots, as these materials are not edible to marine life.

The role of seawater in the disappearance of bones

But the absence of skeletons isn’t just about sea creatures.

Robert Ballard, the deep-sea explorer who first discovered the Titanic wreck, explains that at these depths, the seawater actually has the ability to dissolve bones. The water is under-saturated in calcium carbonate, which is a key component of bones. As the soft tissue is consumed, the bones themselves slowly dissolve, leaving no trace behind.

Ballard even noted a stark contrast with the Black Sea, where no such critters exist to devour bodies, and where the bones are preserved in a mummified state due to the lack of marine life to break them down.

“The issue you have to deal with is, at depth below about 3,000 feet, you pass below what’s called the calcium carbonate compensation depth,” deep-sea explorer Robert Ballard told NPR.

”And the water in the deep sea is under saturated in calcium carbonate, which is mostly, you know, what bones are made of. For example, on the Titanic and on the Bismarck, those ships are below the calcium carbonate compensation depth, so once the critters eat their flesh and expose the bones, the bones dissolve.”

The eerie reality

The discovery of the wreck and its surrounding debris field has always sparked a mix of awe and horror.

People who have learned about the disappearance of the Titanic’s bodies have shared their thoughts online, with many calling it “horrifying” or “eerie” to think about the thousands of lives lost and how nature has ultimately taken its course.

But amid this chilling reality, some find a strange comfort in knowing that the bodies were reclaimed by nature in its own way.

In the words of one commenter, ”The only comfort is that those victims were given back to nature the only way Mother Nature knows how.”

The Titanic’s slow decay

Since its discovery, the Titanic has been visited numerous times by scientists and explorers, and many of the items recovered have been put on display for public viewing.

Yet the wreck itself has not been preserved in pristine condition.

Over the years, submersible expeditions have accidentally caused damage to the ship, and a bacteria that feeds on iron has been slowly eating away at its hull. Scientists predict that within the next 50 years, the Titanic’s structure may collapse completely, leaving nothing behind but rust and the remnants of its resilient interior.

A tragic end to a tourist mission

In 2023, the wreckage became the setting for an even more modern tragedy.

The Titan submersible, operated by OceanGate to give tourists a glimpse of the Titanic’s final resting place, tragically imploded during its descent, claiming the lives of all six people inside the sub.

Onboard was the pilot Stockton Rush, co-founder of OceanGate, co-pilot Paul-Henri Nargeolet, a Titanic expert, and three tourists, Shahzada Dawood and his 19-year-old son Suleman Dawood, both members of a wealthy Pakistani business family, and Hamish Harding, a British businessman and adventurer.

The mystery of the Titanic’s missing bodies is a haunting one, but it serves as a reminder of the brutal forces of nature and the profound loss that still lingers in the depths of the Atlantic.

Imagine going about your job, totally unaware that the whole world is getting an unexpected eyeful.

That’s exactly what happened to Italian journalist Costanza Calabrese during a live TG5 news broadcast in 2016, and let’s just say — it didn’t take long for the internet to notice.

The moment that made viewers do a double take

Over the years, Italian journalist Costanza Calabrese has played herself in various Italian films, but it’s a YouTube clip that turned her into an international phenomenon.

Her unexpected on-air mishap during a late-night TG5 broadcast is still making waves, even years after it happened.

Calabrese, then 38, was seated behind what seemed like a regular news desk, confidently delivering the evening report. But here’s the catch — it wasn’t just any desk. It was completely see-through.

At first, everything looked normal. The camera started with a close-up, focusing on her upper body as she spoke. But then, as the shot slowly zoomed out, things took an unexpected turn.

A “Basic Instinct” flashback

Unaware of the desk’s transparency, Calabrese was sitting in a way that revealed far more than intended. As the camera panned out, viewers quickly picked up on the wardrobe mishap — and one sharp-eyed audience member wasted no time in that unfortunate “Sharon Stone in Basic Instinct” moment to YouTube.

From there? It blew up. The video racked up over million views, with social media lighting up with reactions.

The Internet had thoughts

Of course, the online crowd had plenty to say. Some felt bad for Calabrese, blaming the production team for not giving her a heads-up.

💬 “Poor woman! Someone on set should have warned her!”

Others were straight-up confused.

💬 “How was her dress even that high to begin with?”

And then there were those who couldn’t resist cracking a joke.

💬 “Journalism 101: Always be transparent!”

A lesson for live TV

It’s worth mentioning that the journalist is a repeat offender, as she also fell victim to the deceptive glass desk back in October 2014 — accidentally flashing her underwear once again alongside her colleagues Paola Rivetta and Barbara Pedri.

While the moment definitely caused a stir, it also sparked serious conversations about on-air professionalism and production crew responsibility. Live TV blunders happen, but this one? It’ll go down in internet history.

Let this be a reminder, folks: Always check your surroundings. Especially if your desk is made of glass

It should probably come as no surprise that Elon Musk’s recent appearance from the Oval Office has been met with a degree of controversy.

The SpaceX and Tesla founder, now acting head of the newly-formed Department of Government Efficiency, answered a number of questions from the press, including a particularly strange one regarding a supposed shipment of $50 million worth of condoms to Gaza.

Remember, Musk simply having an active role in the White House has come in for substantial criticism in some quarters.

The 53-year-old has never stood in any election, but was rather appointed to his role by President Donald Trump, that after having supported Trump’s campaign with millions of dollars and an aggressive PR campaign on his social media platform, X.

Trump’s first few weeks in office have been predictably eventful, with the real-estate mogul having signed a number of divisive executive orders and announced no small number of plans that are, frankly, difficult for people to believe.

Given the oft-bizarre happenings that color President Trump’s life – and indeed administrations – the fact that Elon Musk addressed the press from the Oval Office with his 4-year-old son, X Æ ‘X’ A-Xii (we know), in tow is just another chapter in the lucid fever dream we seem to be living.

Nevertheless, it lived up to all expectations in its undeniable weirdness, with Musk forced to publicly correct a statement he had previously made about sending $50 million worth of condoms to Gaza in the Middle East, when it was actually Gaza in Mozambique.

“How can we make sure that all the statements that you said were correct, so we can trust what you say?” the journalist asked after Musk had admitted he had it wrong.

“Some of the things that I say will be incorrect and should be corrected,” replied Musk.

“I mean, you know, we will make mistakes, but we’ll act quickly to correct any mistakes.”

Musk added: “I’m not sure we should be sending $50 million worth of condoms to anywhere, frankly. I’m not sure that’s something Americans would be really excited about.”

What made the discourse all the more interesting was that the line of questioning played out with President Trump sitting at his desk beside Musk. And while the POTUS held his silence, he was seen to be reacting.

Fans didn’t fail to spot Trump raising his eyebrows, shaking his head, and smirking as Musk was replying to the reporter.

Reviewing the moment, X user @CyberPunkRoad wrote: “In this video, just look at Trump’s body language and movements—it’s clear that he’s uncomfortable with Elon Musk. On one hand, he handed America over to Israel, and on the other, to a lunatic like Elon. He had no choice.

“When the reporter was asking Elon to correct the record about condoms for Gaza, which were instead for $50 million of condoms to Mozambique. I zoomed in on Trump‘s face. And he cracks me up more than you’ll ever know,” another person on the social media platform wrote.

“Trump’s reaction to that question is priceless,” quipped a third.

Trump was looking angry there,” added a fourth.

What do you make of Elon Musk’s role in the government? How do you see things going between Musk and Trump moving forward? Let us know in the comments.

While Elon Musk briefed people on a new executive order from the Oval Office, his 4-year-old son X Æ A-Xii – who goes by X – dug through his nose and offered Donald Trump some preschool wisdom.

Trying to decipher his words, the online community believes the child had some harsh words for POTUS that left him looking very annoyed.

Elon Musk may have been the one invited to the White House, but it was his four-year-old son, X, who became the unexpected star of the event.

During the high-profile press conference with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office, Musk, 53, was busy discussing a new executive order aimed at cutting the federal workforce. But all eyes were on the Tesla mogul’s toddler, who made waves for his unapologetic toddler behavior.

‘High IQ’

Before discussions started, Trump introduced Musk’s tenacious child with high praise: “This is X, and he’s a great guy. High IQ. High-IQ individual,” he told guests in the office.

But X was too busy engaging in a classic kid pastime: going knuckles-deep in his nose. And he didn’t stop there.

X took things to the next level by leaving his treasures on the legendary Resolute Desk – a piece of history that has hosted some of the most powerful leaders in the world.

Trump, who was seated at the desk while Musk explained the executive order, did not look pleased.

‘You’re not the president’

Then things got real. After digging for gold, X managed to have a brief exchange with the 47^th POTUS, who appeared to be angered as he turned his head away from the kid, who has 11 siblings.

While the exact words Musk’s son whispered to Trump remain a mystery, that hasn’t stopped the internet from going wild with speculation. From Twitter to TikTok, users have been analyzing, debating, and meme-ing the moment, trying to piece together what might have been said.

“You’re not the president…you need to go away…I bet that little mini Musk will never be in the oval office again!” one user tweets.

Others suggest that X told Trump, “I want you to shush your mouth.”

‘X gives Trump the business’

Meanwhile, many netizens expressed they enjoyed watching the child hijack Musk’s press conference.

One tweets, “OK I’m all about ‘calling out corruption’ but Elon Musk’s Son wiping his BOOGERS on the oval office desk, Trump giving him the side eye, and the little boy tells Trump to ‘shut up’ it’s just too much for me what the hell is happening!”

“This may be the greatest video of all time to me!!! X gives Trump the business then wipes a booger on the desk,” shares another.

‘Not talking to Trump’

Some netizens, however, offered some logic to the conversations and attempted to put the rumors to rest.

“He wasn’t even looking at Trump, he was looking at the reporters. Not once did the kid look at Trump and tell him that,” suggests one cyber fan.

“Hilarious, but he’s clearly not talking to Trump. Karoline Leavitt was sitting in that eyeline,” offers another user, who’s referring to the White House press secretary, the youngest in history.

After, the little chaos causer started mocking his father’s movements until his dad lifted him up on his shoulders.

“Sorry for this,” Musk said with a laugh. “Otherwise, I might enjoy this, but as he’s sticking his fingers in my ears and stuff.”

One thing’s for sure – whether he was dropping preschool wisdom or just toddler gibberish, X has officially secured his spot in Oval Office viral history.

What do you think X said to Trump? Or do you think he was speaking to someone else Please share your thoughts with us and then share this story so we can hear from others!

DOGE chair Elon Musk is calling on the GOP-controlled Congress to draft a “wave of impeachments” for federal judges after a court in D.C. ordered the Trump administration to restore federal health datasets that were taken offline.

“There needs to be an immediate wave of judicial impeachments, not just one,” Musk said on his X platform in response to a claim of a conflict of interest involving U.S. District Judge John Bates, a George W. Bush appointee.

Bates’ ruling followed an executive order issued by President Trump which banned the promotion of “gender ideology” by the government. Bates ruled in favor of Doctors for America (DFA)—a progressive physicians’ advocacy group that argued the removal violated federal law.

In a separate matter, Musk called for the impeachment of another federal judge after a ruling temporarily blocked his Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) access to Treasury Department data.

Trump has maintained that he will comply with court orders that restrict parts of his agenda, though on Wednesday morning he questioned the recent rulings that have stalled some of his administration’s initiatives.

“DOGE has found massive amounts of FRAUD, WASTE, INCOMPETENCE, AND ABUSE, but even knowing this, a highly political, activist Judge wants us to immediately make payment, anyway. In other words pay, even though you know the payment was fraudulently requested to be made. DOGE caught them – The Judge just doesn’t care. It doesn’t make sense!!!” the president wrote on his Truth Social platform.

It’s likely that the Trump administration will appeal the rulings, and in some cases – such as his order banning birthright citizenship – the president has sought federal court challenges and eventual Supreme Court rulings to settle certain issues once and for all.

Meanwhile, a Republican congressman said this week that he has drafted articles of impeachment against a federal judge who barred DOGE from accessing Treasury Department payment systems, Newsweek reported.

Arizona Representative Eli Crane stated on X (formerly Twitter) that Manhattan-based U.S. District Judge Paul A. Engelmayer was “attempting to stop White House employees from accessing the very systems they oversee.”

He issued a preliminary injunction that prevents DOGE—a group that isn’t an official government department—from accessing Treasury Department records containing the personal financial data of millions of Americans. The order also requires DOGE to destroy any such records it acquired since January 20, according to Newsweek.

In his ruling, Engelmayer cautioned that the sudden policy change could lead to the leaking of personal information or compromise Treasury systems through hacking. He also noted that state legal proceedings regarding access to Treasury data would likely determine that DOGE’s demands lack proper legal justification.

Trump is receiving pushback from elsewhere throughout the federal government.

Federal Election Commission Chairwoman Ellen Weintraub is refusing to leave her post after she received a letter from Trump last week informing her that she was being terminated.

Weintraub took to social media to share the letter and claims she is not leaving her position because the notice is not legal.

“Received a letter from POTUS today purporting to remove me as Commissioner & Chair of @FEC,” Weintraub said in a post on X. “There’s a legal way to replace FEC commissioners-this isn’t it. I’ve been lucky to serve the American people & stir up some good trouble along the way. That’s not changing anytime soon.”

Weintraub showed the letter in her social media post. “You are hereby removed as a Member of the Federal Election Commission, effective immediately,” the White House letter dated Jan. 31 says. “Thank you for your service on the Commission.”

Weintraub is one of three Democrats on the FEC along with two Republicans. There is one vacant seat.

A new task force established under the Trump administration is set to release Jeffrey Epstein’s “client list” as part of its mission to declassify federal secrets.

On Tuesday, Florida Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, appointed by House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., to lead the task force, announced that the declassified files would include information related to the September 11 attacks, the origins of COVID-19, President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, UFOs, and a contact list tied to the disgraced financier.

She is leading the “Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets,” Fox News first reported.

The outlet said that Comer and Luna are sending letters to necessary agencies to kick off the declassification investigations. Letters were sent to the State Department, Department of Energy, and CIA for materials on the origins of COVID-19; the National Security Agency and CIA for records on the JFK, MLK, and RFK assassinations; the Department of Defense and CIA for 9/11 files; and the Justice Department for documents connected to Jeffrey Epstein.

The formation of the task force follows President Donald Trump’s executive order directing the Director of National Intelligence and other relevant officials to develop a plan for the full release of all JFK assassination records within 15 days.

Additionally, Trump ordered that officials begin an immediate review of the records related to the RFK and MLK assassinations and submit a plan for their full and complete release within 45 days.

“For too long, the federal government has kept information of public interest classified and the American people are demanding greater transparency. This secrecy has sowed distrust in our institutions,” Comer told Fox News Digital.

He added that the task force will “build on the Trump administration’s efforts to declassify records of national importance and ensure Americans get the answers they deserve.”

“Rep. Luna is committed to shining a light on the truth and ending the era of secrecy,” Comer said. “It’s time to let the sunlight in and finally provide answers the American public has long demanded.”

The Florida Republican told the outlet that the federal government “has been hiding information from Americans for decades.”

“We have spent years seeking information on the assassinations of President Kennedy, Senator Kennedy, Reverend King, and other government secrets without success,” she said. “It is time to give Americans the answers they deserve, which is why I am honored to lead this bipartisan task force that seeks truth and transparency.”

Luna also told the outlet that the task force will investigate “UAPs/USOs, the Epstein client list, COVID-19 origins, and the 9/11 files.”

“We will work alongside President Trump and his Cabinet members to deliver truth to the American people,” she said. “From this moment forward, we will restore trust through transparency.”

The task force is authorized for six months, Fox said.

Meanwhile, Trump is making moves on the global front to restore American power and influence.

Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to “immediately” start talks over the war in Ukraine during a “lengthy” call with Trump on Wednesday.

“We agreed to work together, very closely, including visiting each other’s Nations,” Trump posted to Truth Social on Wednesday. “We have also agreed to have our respective teams start negotiations immediately, and we will begin by calling President Zelenskyy, of Ukraine, to inform him of the conversation, something which I will be doing right now. I have asked Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Director of the CIA John Ratcliffe, National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, and Ambassador and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, to lead the negotiations which, I feel strongly, will be successful.”

For his part, Zelenskyy responded by saying he would not agree to any cease-fire or peace deal without being involved in the discussions, per CNN.

Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to “immediately” start talks over the war in Ukraine during a “lengthy” call with President Donald Trump on Wednesday.

“We agreed to work together, very closely, including visiting each other’s Nations,” Trump posted to Truth Social on Wednesday. “We have also agreed to have our respective teams start negotiations immediately, and we will begin by calling President Zelenskyy, of Ukraine, to inform him of the conversation, something which I will be doing right now. I have asked Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Director of the CIA John Ratcliffe, National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, and Ambassador and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, to lead the negotiations which, I feel strongly, will be successful.”

Since Russia’s initial invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the two countries have been at war.

“We both reflected on the Great History of our Nations, and the fact that we fought so successfully together in World War II, remembering, that Russia lost tens of millions of people, and we, likewise, lost so many!” Trump added in his Truth Social post of his call with Putin.

“We each talked about the strengths of our respective Nations, and the great benefit that we will someday have in working together. But first, as we both agreed, we want to stop the millions of deaths taking place in the War with Russia/Ukraine. President Putin even used my very strong Campaign motto of, “COMMON SENSE.”

In late January, Putin praised Trump and expressed hope that the U.S. leader would “restore order” throughout the European continent amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.

“Trump, with his character and stubbornness, will restore order there quickly. And all of them – you will see – it will happen swiftly. Soon they will all sit at the feet of their master and gently wag their tails,” Putin said, according to a translation published by The Daily Wrap.

The Russian president also claimed that Trump’s candidacy was widely opposed throughout Europe and that some countries may have actually interfered in the U.S. election because “mentally, the then-president Joe Biden suited them more.”

Putin added that “Trump has different ideas about what is good and what is bad – also in matters of gender policy and other issues. And they apparently do not like that,” the outlet reported.

Meanwhile, Trump on Friday suggested that the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine could be close to a negotiated settlement to the war that began with Russia’s invasion of its neighbor in February 2022.

“We will be speaking, and I think we’ll perhaps do something that’ll be significant,” Trump said in an exchange with reporters in the Oval Office, per ABC News. “We want to end that war. That war would have not started if I was president.”

Trump did not say who in his administration had been in direct contact with either Putin or the Kremlin. Asked if he had personally spoken with the Russian president, Trump evaded: “I don’t want to say that.”

Since taking office, Trump has been critical of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for not making a deal with Putin to avoid the conflict in the first place.

In another recent interview with Russian state television, Putin praised Trump as a “clever and pragmatic man” who remains laser-focused on putting U.S. interests first.

“We always had a business-like, pragmatic but also trusting relationship with the current U.S. president,” Putin said. “I couldn’t disagree with him that if he had been president — if they hadn’t stolen victory from him in 2020, the crisis that emerged in Ukraine in 2022 could have been avoided.”

During his campaign, Trump repeatedly criticized the Biden-Harris regime for pumping tens of billions of dollars into Ukraine’s war effort rather than seeking a negotiated settlement. To that point, however, Zelenesky said in an interview published at the weekend that he had no idea where Trump’s stated figure of “$200 billion” in assistance comes from, adding that his government has only received a fraction of that amount.

“When it is said that Ukraine received $200 billion to support the army during the war – that’s not true. I don’t know where all that money went. Perhaps it’s true on paper with hundreds of different programs – I won’t argue, and we’re immensely grateful for everything. But in reality, we received about $76 billion. It’s significant aid, but it’s not $200 billion,” he said.

Since 2022, Congress has authorized roughly $175 billion for Ukraine, but a significant portion of that funding has reportedly gone to American industries and various US government activities related to the conflict, RT.com reported.

According to Germany’s Kiel Institute, as of October 2024, the US had allocated approximately $92 billion in financial and military aid to Ukraine, while EU countries and the UK had allocated $131 billion.

Zelensky also insisted that he has seen little actual cash, as more than $70 billion of the aid came in the form of direct military assistance.

“There are also many other humanitarian programs I’m uninformed about, except for knowing of their existence. Perhaps the US president’s administration will audit these programs and find additional billions, but I don’t know where those funds went,” he said.

In a significant development, Representative Anna Paulina Luna, a Republican from Florida, has been appointed to lead a new congressional task force dedicated to declassifying federal secrets, including those related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Rep. Luna has publicly expressed her belief that there were two shooters involved in the 1963 assassination, a stance that challenges the Warren Commission’s conclusion that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone.

The task force, operating under the House Oversight Committee, aims to review and release long-classified documents pertaining to several high-profile events, such as the JFK assassination, Jeffrey Epstein’s client list, the origins of COVID-19, and information related to UFOs. Rep. Luna emphasized the importance of transparency in these matters, stating that the initiative seeks to restore public trust by uncovering the full truth behind these events.

This move aligns with President Donald Trump’s recent executive order mandating the declassification of records concerning the assassinations of John F. Kennedy, his brother Robert F. Kennedy, and civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. The order instructs the Director of National Intelligence to develop a plan within 15 days for the release of JFK assassination records and within 45 days for the other two cases.

The FBI has also announced the discovery of 2,400 new records related to the JFK assassination, which are set to be transferred to the National Archives for declassification. These documents, previously undisclosed, could provide new insights into the events surrounding President Kennedy’s death.

Rep. Luna’s assertion of a second shooter finds some support in historical investigations. The House Select Committee on Assassinations, which re-examined the JFK assassination in the late 1970s, concluded that there was a high probability that two gunmen fired at President Kennedy, suggesting the possibility of a conspiracy

The establishment of this task force and the forthcoming declassification of related documents represent a concerted effort by the current administration and Congress to address longstanding public skepticism and conspiracy theories surrounding these pivotal events in American history. By making these records public, officials aim to provide a more comprehensive understanding of these incidents and promote government transparency.

Much of the so-called ‘mainstream media’ has been working overtime to paint Vice President Kamala Harris in a positive light now that she’s the Democratic presidential nominee, despite the fact that she was among the first to drop out of the 2020 primaries and has spent her three-and-a-half years in office as one of the most unpopular vice presidents in modern history.

But the same outlets have also been attempting to cover up for her chosen running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, regarding his lies about his military record and a past drunk-driving arrest.

One out, CNN, has since been forced to correct the record and admit that Walz repeatedly lied about the DUI arrest in 1995 while he was running for Congress roughly a decade later — after he quit the Army National Guard when his unit received orders to deploy to a combat zone.

On September 23, 1995, Walz was stopped by a Nebraska trooper for speeding at 96 mph in a 55 mph zone. The officer detected alcohol on Walz’s breath, leading to a field sobriety test and a blood-alcohol test, both of which Walz failed. He spent the night in jail and later admitted to driving under the influence, according to court records.

During his congressional campaign, Walz’s campaign falsely asserted that he had not been drinking. Instead, they claimed that Walz had failed the field sobriety test due to alleged hearing loss from his service in the National Guard.

As the CNN report put it, “None of that was true.”

The report listed the falsehoods from the campaign, which was echoed in numerous media reports. A local newspaper called the New Elm Journal, for example, reported the following:

According to Walz’s campaign staff, Walz denies being drunk the night of the incident. Walz was hard of hearing, a result of his years as an artillery soldier in the Army National Guard, and had trouble hearing the trooper, according to Meredith Salsbery, communications director for the Walz campaign.

Salsbery, Walz’s then-communications director, further told the paper that Walz “couldn’t understand what the trooper was telling him during the field sobriety test, and the trooper refused to speak up.”

‘The DUI charges were dropped for a reason,” she continued, referring to Walz’s plea deal. “The judge would not have dismissed them if there were anything to them. Tim drove to the police station that night (after being stopped), and he drove home afterwards. I don’t think the trooper would have allowed that if he thought there was a problem.”

The same false claims were made to the Post Bulletin, another local paper:

Walz’s campaign manager Kerry Greeley didn’t dispute that Walz was speeding when he was pulled over that night, but she said Walz was not drunk. She attributed the misunderstanding to Walz’s deafness, a condition resulting from his years of serving as an artillerist in the Army National Guard.

“He couldn’t understand what the officer was saying to him,” Greeley said.

She said deaf people also can have balance issues. The judge eventually threw out the DUI charges against Walz and chastised the officer for not realizing that Walz was deaf, Greeley said.

Greenley also told the Star Tribune that Walz “was caught speeding, he doesn’t deny it, and that’s the end of it.”

Daily Wire Editor Emeritus Ben Shapiro recently scrutinized the Harris campaign’s portrayal of Walz as a quintessential all-American dad with deep roots in the heartland. Shapiro highlighted Walz’s false claims regarding his drunk driving arrest as part of his critique.

“Arrested for DUI while teacher and assistant coach, abandoning his unit in the guard: none of the ‘dad persona’ really sticks when revealed,” Shapiro says in the latest episode of “Scamala: Kamala Harris Unmasked.” Instead, Walz is a “wild progressive, a radical, and a liar” with bizarre ties to China, a history of military embellishment, and a record of radical racial and gender policies, he added.

Ohio Republican Rep. Jim Jordan has called for an investigation into House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and members of the once-Democrat-led January 6 Commission that investigated the events at the U.S. Capitol in 2021.

While briefly speaking to CNN reporter Manu Raju, Jordan wasted little time saying the investigation was nothing more than a witch hunt aimed at going after then-candidate Donald Trump. He also said the Commission should investigate Pelosi and what she knows about what happened on Jan. 6.

Below is a transcript of the exchange:

RAJU: “Mr. Jordan, what do you hope to accomplish on the Republican side of this investigation?”

JORDAN: “You know what this is about. This is about going after President Trump, you know. I mean, the Democrats, they don’t want to talk about anything else so they got to talk about this. They don’t want to talk about the crime that’s going on in every major urban area. They don’t want to talk about the crisis at the border. They don’t want to talk about the price — the fact that the price of everything has gone up, the price of eggs has went up, the price of milk has went up, the price of lumber has went up, the price of airline tickets is up, the price of used cars — everything has gone up. They don’t want to talk about all that so they’ve got to talk about how we’re going to go after President Trump for a third time.”

GOP Rep. Barry Loudermilk of Georgia revealed that House Speaker Mike Johnson promised him that his investigation into the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol will be “formalized as a new committee.”

This is part of a larger plan by Republicans to keep going with several investigations they started in the last Congress, now that they control both houses of Congress and the White House.

Loudermilk said the new committee’s details are still being worked out, but one option is to make it so that Johnson has more say over who is put on the panel (called a “select committee”) and how it works.

Making a new committee to highlight Loudermilk’s work, which included a report suggesting that former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney be charged by the FBI, keeps the Republican campaign to keep President Donald Trump from being held responsible for the violence on January 6 in the spotlight.

“It was so singularly focused that basically Trump created this entire problem,” Loudermilk said of the former January 6 select committee that Adam Schiff and Liz Cheney helped lead. “When in reality, it was a multitude of failures at different levels.”

Johnson has publicly stated that the new effort to investigate January 6 will be “fully funded.”

“Continuing its investigation into the previous January 6 select committee – which featured Cheney as a vice chair and had another Republican member – and broader security response to the Capitol attack is not the only way Republicans plan to use their new majority to carry over their previous investigations that remain politically charged,” CNN reported.

“Republicans re-issued subpoenas related to special counsel Robert Hur’s investigation into President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents and two Justice Department tax investigators who worked on the Hunter Biden case on Monday, two sources familiar with the matter told CNN. Those subpoenas would renew pursuits by the previous Congress that have been fought over in court – and not resolved – for months,” the outlet added.

California Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff is considering rejecting a pardon that former President Joe Biden issued to all the people involved in the Congressional investigation into the January 6 riot, including himself.

During an interview on NBC’s “Meet The Press,” Schiff spoke about potential “blowback” from accepting a pardon because he spent years claiming — when President Donald Trump was serving in his first term — that accepting a pardon was an “admission of guilt.”

In a round of last-minute pardons aimed at shielding allies from potential reprisals by President-elect Donald Trump, President Joe Biden granted clemency to a select group of individuals—but the move is not without complications for the recipients.

Former Wyoming Republican congresswoman and Jan. 6 Committee co-chair Liz Cheney and Dr. Anthony Fauci were among the limited list of pardon recipients, a gesture Biden’s aides say was intended to preempt acts of vengeance by Trump or his incoming administration.

However, legal experts were quick to point out that the pardons would not exempt either individual from having to testify under oath if subpoenaed.

Federal litigation attorney Jesse Binnall pointed out that Biden’s pardons do not shield Cheney and Fauci from consequences if they lie under oath, should the GOP-controlled Congress subpoena them to testify. In his words, the pardons could be “great news” for anyone seeking to see the two prosecuted.

“The pardons are actually great news. No one who was just pardoned will be able to refuse to testify in a civil, criminal, or congressional proceeding based upon the 5th Amendment,” Binnall wrote on X, before dropping another truth bomb.

“And let’s just be realistic. Most of these disgusting individuals would probably have to be charged in Washington, DC, which doesn’t convict partisan leftists,” Binnall, also a former attorney for President Donald Trump, wrote.

Border Czar Tom Homan said that the FBI leaked information about upcoming raids that would target illegal immigrants and said that those responsible would go to jail.

“We think it’s coming from inside,” he said, speaking to Sean Hannity on Fox News on Tuesday, referring to leaks to the media about recent ICE raids in Colorado.

Homan also said that the FBI was to blame for the leak of information about a big raid that is going to happen in California before the end of the month. He said, “Some of the information we are receiving tends towards the FBI.”

It is said that the raid was so big that FBI and DEA agents are being sent to help ICE agents.

Homan said it was “only a matter of time” before the leaks hurt officers. He said it was possible that “bad guys” were waiting for the officers to arrive and set them up.

Hannity asked Homan how certain he was that the FBI is involved, who replied, “I talked to the deputy attorney general this week and they’ve opened up a criminal investigation. He thinks the information is coming from [the FBI].”

Criminal investigations are taking place to try and identify those responsible for leaking information about the raids, he said.

“We’ll let that investigation play out,” he said, adding, “But some of the leads point that way.”

If the leakers are caught, Homan threatened that “not only will this person lose their job [and] they will lose their pension, they will go to jail, they’re going to criminally prosecute,” he said.

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Homan has made it clear that he’s furious after details involving a planned Immigration and Customs Enforcement raid in Aurora, Colo., were allegedly leaked.

Homan provided more information about the purported leak last week with Fox News host Harris Faulkner and was clearly not happy about the incident while also vowing to act in response.

“We’ve already identified how this operation got leaked. I’ll deal with that today,” Homan said.

He added that ICE is working closely with the Department of Justice and that Homeland Security may start prosecuting those who get in the way of the agency’s operations. “This is not a game. This a dangerous job,” he said. “To have this top of interference puts the officers at great risk.”

The leaked operation comes as some Democrats also appear to be overtly interfering in ICE’s operations.

Democrat New York Rep. Dan Goldman is among those who are under scrutiny for how he advised people to avoid the agency’s raids.

“Every New Yorker has rights when they interact with immigration enforcement,” he said in a post on X. “No matter what the next four years bring, stay informed, stay safe, and stay together.”

“No matter what the next four years bring, stay informed, stay safe, and stay together,” he said in the caption of a video he shared.

“The Trump administration has carried out deportations, raids all across the country, including here in New York City,” he said in the video. “These are certainly uncertain times, but no matter what, it’s important that you know your rights when interacting with law enforcement.”

He went on to give instructions on “mak[ing] a plan for ICE encounters” along with information on pro bono legal representation if they are detained.

“President Trump has a well-documented pattern of abusing his power by detaining American citizens and legal residents,” Goldman spokesperson Madison Andrus falsely claimed in an interview with the Daily Caller. “The Congressman will always provide his constituents with information to protect them from extrajudicial threats and intimidation, and only someone who supports the use of threats and intimidation would take issue with him doing so.”

A spokesperson for ICE said that American citizens are not subject to arrest but may be detained pending identification.

“U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement may encounter U.S. citizens while conducting fieldwork and may request identification to establish an individual’s identity,” they said to The Caller.

In December, Homan spoke to the outlet as well, saying, “There are federal statutes on the books for knowingly concealing and harboring an illegal alien away from ICE officers. There are statutes on the books about impeding federal law enforcement officers – they’re all felonies.”

Republicans are furious with Democrats who are advising illegal immigrants on how to deal with ICE.

“It’s completely disgraceful that Democrats are going to such extreme lengths to aid illegals — even going as far as using their official accounts to give instructions on evading ICE!” Republican North Carolina Rep. Mark Harris said to The Caller.

“This is just the beginning of their extreme tactics to obstruct President Trump’s agenda. Speaking in Chinese or Spanish won’t hide the Left’s message: they care more about criminal aliens than the safety of the American people,” he added.

Though he is still likely to be confirmed, Democrats postponed the Senate Judiciary Committee’s vote on FBI director nominee Kash Patel until Thursday.

Democrats moved to “hold over” the nomination when the Senate Judiciary Committee met to decide whether to approve Patel. This means the committee’s vote was postponed for a week and will now be on Thursday.

Patel got two major pieces of good news this week.

First, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley called Democrats attacks on Patel “baseless.” Grassley also said that he’s confident that Patel will pass both the committee vote Thursday morning and the full vote in the chamber led by Republicans.

Secondly, over 680,000 police officers asked the Senate to quickly confirm Patel as Trump’s choice to lead the FBI. This comes as Democrats on the panel have moved to delay his confirmation before a vote that is scheduled for this Thursday.

The total number of law enforcement supporters was only given to Fox News Digital. It includes state, local, and federal backers from groups such as the National Sheriffs’ Association, the National Police Association, and more than 370,000 members of the National Fraternal Order of Police, who backed Patel on Monday night.

“Throughout the course of his federal career, Mr. Patel has become very well acquainted with our national security apparatus and the threats the United States faces abroad,” the group said in the letter to the Republican chairman and top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee.

This group built up Patel’s work as a trial lawyer for the National Security Division of the Justice Department, at the National Security Council, and later at the Department of Defense, where he was chief of staff to the acting secretary of the department.

They also cited a “broad-ranging conversation” the group had with Patel, in which they said he “made a compelling case about his commitment to public safety and ways in which the FBI can support state and local law enforcement agencies.”

“He has committed to building on the level of trust and collegiality the FBI enjoys with the law enforcement community, and we will all benefit from the enhanced impact the FBI can have on public safety in our communities.”

The groups have praised what they described as Patel’s “unwavering commitment” to upholding the rule of law, defending justice, and protecting the American people.

The endorsements come just a few days before the Senate Judiciary Committee is supposed to vote on whether to move forward with Patel’s nomination to be FBI director. This vote is being closely watched by Democrats on the Judiciary Committee because of recent actions by the Trump administration to investigate FBI employees involved in the investigations that started on January 6.

Trump also caused new worries and criticism last week when he said he was going to fire at least some of the FBI agents who were working on the investigation into what happened on January 6; he told reporters that he thought at least some of the agents “were corrupt.”

“Those people are gone, or they will be gone,” Trump said of the agents, adding that it will be done “quickly and very surgically.”

Patel, on the other hand, used his confirmation hearing at the end of last month to reassure lawmakers that he would protect agents from political backlash or attempts to turn the FBI into a weapon.

“All FBI employees will be protected against political retribution,” Patel told Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., during that hearing.

Patel accused his critics of “intentionally putting false information into the public ether and creating more public discourse. “The only thing that will matter if I am confirmed as director of the FBI is a de-weaponized, depoliticized system of law enforcement completely devoted to rigorous obedience of the Constitution and a singular standard of justice,” he told the Senate panel.

The future of former Vice President Kamala Harris remains uncertain months after her election defeat to now-President Donald Trump.

As she contemplates her next steps, Harris has been consulting with family and close confidants, including Hillary Clinton—the only other person to have faced a similar post-election scenario. According to New York Magazine, the two have reportedly spoken several times since Harris’s loss.

Speculation about Harris’s political future is growing. Some believe she may pursue a gubernatorial run in California next year, as her close ally, Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, is term-limited and cannot seek re-election. Others suggest she remains focused on the presidency and may launch another campaign. Shortly after the election, Harris reportedly advised her team not to rule out plans for a potential 2028 presidential bid, the outlet reported.

The former vice president has not explicitly discussed her future plans but has hinted that her political career is far from over. Last week, just days before the end of her tenure as then-President Joe Biden’s VP, Harris participated in the longstanding tradition of signing her desk drawer while addressing a room of staff. During her brief remarks, Harris declared that she would not “go quietly into the night,” emphasizing that “our work is not done.”

Her remarks to staff mirrored those she made in her concession speech, telling supporters: “While I concede this election, I do not concede the fight that fueled this campaign.”

Following her unsuccessful 2020 presidential bid, Kamala Harris was given a clear political path as Joe Biden’s running mate. Initially, Biden hinted that he might serve only one term, but he surprised many by announcing his re-election campaign in April 2023.

However, after a disastrous debate that underscored persistent challenges, Biden made the historic decision to withdraw from the race in July 2024. This decision came just a week after a gunman nearly assassinated Donald Trump during a rally in Pennsylvania.

Shortly after exiting the race, Biden endorsed Harris, elevating her to the top of the ticket. While some viewed this move as a natural progression, others believed it undermined her prospects, perceiving her nomination as a coronation rather than a competitive selection—a sharp contrast to the Democrats’ “save democracy” messaging.

Harris and Clinton share more than just election losses. Both had strong support from a long list of Hollywood A-listers, whose endorsements ultimately fell short. Not even Taylor Swift could make the “Harris Era” a reality.

“The outcome of this election is not what we hoped, not what we fought for, not what we voted for,” Harris said in her concession speech. “But hear when I say … the light of America’s promise will always burn bright as long as we never give up and as long as we keep fighting.”

Meanwhile, Trump is challenging the radical left “climate” agenda of Biden and Harris by implementing a series of executive orders that aim to increase domestic fossil fuel energy production.

The series of orders also contain a declaration of an “energy emergency,” which should protect the administration from some, but not all, legal actions aimed at stopping new drilling and other energy-related production.

“The breadth of the decisions may well be the most dramatic shift in U.S. energy policy since the response to the ban on oil exports from Arab members of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries in 1973,” Just the News reported.

Trump’s “energy emergency” plan emphasizes support for mining critical minerals essential for national security, emergency approvals for energy resources on public lands, and streamlining the development of energy infrastructure.

In a separate executive order, Trump outlined guidelines for the development of energy resources in Alaska, the outlet said, adding that many orders are likely to face lawsuits from Democrat governors and left-wing environmental groups.

The Journey of Marriage: From First Love to Lasting Bonds

Marriage is a journey that changes as we grow and evolve. Each marriage—whether it’s the first, second, or third—tells a different story, shaped by the experiences and lessons we carry with us. The differences between these marriages reflect how we change over time and what we learn about love and life along the way.

A first marriage is often filled with excitement and a sense of endless possibility. It’s a time of discovery, where couples are learning how to navigate life together. While this stage is full of hope, it can also come with challenges as partners figure out how to balance their individual needs with the demands of a shared life. Second and third marriages, however, often come with a deeper sense of clarity. By this point, individuals have a better understanding of what they want and need from a relationship, making these unions more intentional and grounded.

Of course, second and third marriages come with their own set of challenges. Blending families, addressing past emotional wounds, or managing busy lives can create unique obstacles. These situations require patience, communication, and a willingness to work through difficulties together. But they also offer opportunities for growth and deeper connection.

Every marriage is a unique adventure, filled with both challenges and moments of joy. Whether it’s the first, second, or third, each one teaches us something valuable about love, life, and ourselves.

After 25 years, Holly Morris said goodbye to FOX 5 DC in 2024.

Her journalism career has been nothing short of impressive — but a viral video on YouTube with millions of views might not be what she wants to be remembered for…

Quickly gained recognition
Washington DC TV reporter Holly Morris has had a remarkable career.

Hailing from Cincinnati, Ohio, the 54-year-old journalist graduated from Duke University in 1993 with a degree in civil engineering.

Holly Morris kicked off her career at WTTG, a Fox network outlet in Washington D.C., back in 1998. As part of a team of four anchors, she became a familiar face on the morning newscast and the Good Day DC show.

She quickly gained recognition for her hands-on approach to remote reporting, often diving right into the community events she covered — participating in the activities herself while delivering the latest news.

To gauge just how appreciated Holly Morris has been, all you need to do is look at her trophy shelf. Holly has won four regional Emmy Awards for ”Best Live Reporting,” along with a regional Edward R. Murrow Award.

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But Holly Morris’ career hasn’t been without its share of controversies and awkward moments. In 2014, she took part in the viral Ice Bucket Challenge on Fox 5 to help raise awareness for ALS.

However, long before that, she became a target of ridicule on the nationally syndicated Don and Mike Show, which in 2007 featured a weekly segment called the Wheel of Holly, where old clips of her reporting were played at random for laughs.

Messy divorce
In 2016, after years of speculation, Fox 5 anchor Holly Morris finally opened up about the messy details of her 2005 divorce from former station weatherman Tom Sater.

In a candid discussion on Fox 5’s new podcast, Morris shared how her marriage unraveled due to Sater’s affair with a co-worker and his struggles with addiction —details she had never publicly addressed until then.

Morris recalled the emotional toll of discovering that many of her colleagues had known about the affair long before she did. To make matters worse, she unknowingly co-anchored morning newscasts alongside the very woman her husband had been seeing behind her back.

Though Morris refrained from naming those involved, it was widely known that Sater’s affair had been with former Fox 5 anchor Gurvir Dhindsa, whom he later married, according to Washington Post.

The couple went on to have twins in 2008. Meanwhile, Sater’s time at Fox 5 came to an abrupt end under unclear circumstances, leaving questions about whether his personal life had played a role in his departure.

Even after the truth surfaced, the situation remained complicated. Morris and Dhindsa continued working together at the station for several years, creating what she described as an incredibly awkward work environment. Morris even claimed that Dhindsa had developed an unusual fixation on her, mimicking her clothing choices and even sending her emails under a fake name.

“She’s cray-cray,” Morris claimed.

Holly Morris husband
Despite the personal turmoil, Morris eventually found happiness. She reconnected with her former college crush, lawyer Thomas Espy, and the two married on July 21, 2007. The couple settled in Rockville, Maryland, where they built a life together and welcomed their son, Hayden Espy.

Reflecting on her divorce, she viewed it as a blessing in disguise.

“It’s the best damn thing that ever happened to me,” she said.

Slip up with Obama
One of the most notable controversies surrounding Holly Morris occurred in 2013 when a live TV slip-up sparked immediate outrage from viewers and social media users.

During a broadcast covering President Barack Obama’s second inauguration, Morris intended to say “inaugural” but instead mistakenly uttered a racial slur before continuing as if nothing had happened.

”We are live this morning at the Willard Continental Hotel,” she said. ”It’s been a key n—– inaugural spot for over 150 years.”

The incident quickly went viral, with many Twitter users expressing anger and disbelief. One user wrote, ”Fox 5’s Holly Morris is an evil human being. The ‘N’ inaugural. WTF?” while another added, ”Ok, no one makes ‘mistakes’ like that unless ur using the word frequently.”

Despite the backlash, Morris never publicly addressed the slip, and some came to her defense. Rival TV correspondent Russ Ptacek suggested it was an unfortunate mistake, tweeting, ”Words can come out backwards live and sound like offensive words. Not funny, but not intentional.”

Millions views on Youtube
On March 15, 2024, Morris said goodbye to FOX 5 and local TV news. In recent years, things have been relatively quiet for Holly Morris, but a widely circulated YouTube clip has suddenly made her go viral.

The video, reportedly from June 4, 2023, shows Morris in her usual upbeat and cheerful manner on the morning show Good Day DC. However, it wasn’t her reporting that caught everyone’s attention this time.

In the video, Morris is seen wearing a short dress while seated in a position that may have revealed more than intended.

What’s particularly surprising is that neither she nor the cameraman appeared to notice what was happening.

The shot remained unchanged, and no visible effort was made to adjust the angle or prevent the revealing moment from airing. The clip quickly spread online, sparking discussions about live TV slip-ups and on-air wardrobe choices.

One commenter summed up the reaction online, writing, ”How does she just go on about her day knowing what she did? I think everyone in news is talking about this… hopefully learning lol.”

The same user later added, ”After this day, it’s like a memo went out. The last couple of weeks have been brutal. Mainly pants and long dresses on everyone.”

In the end, live TV is full of surprises, and sometimes those unplanned moments are what make it all the more interesting.

Whether it’s a wardrobe mishap or a slip-up, they remind us that nothing is scripted — and that’s what keeps viewers engaged.

So, while Holly Morris’ viral moment may have sparked some debates, it’s just another example of how unpredictable and, at times, entertaining live television can be.

Melania Trump (left), Donald Trump (right). Credit: Getty Images
Donald Trump became the first-ever sitting president to attend the Super Bowl this past Sunday.

The 47th President of the United States brought a large entourage with him, including several family members, but one crucial figure was missing: Melania Trump. The First Lady was not at Donald’s side in New Orleans to see the Philadelphia Eagles claim victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. Many began speculating as to why that might be, and social media users were largely split into two different camps.

Meanwhile, sources have shared new insight into Melania Trump’s world as First Lady—and it appears that she has a very different opinion regarding the job than every First Lady before her.

Melania Trump and her husband’s return to the White House was always going to act as a catalyst for controversy and opinion sharing. The couple left Washington in 2021, following their first presidential tenure, but now, four years later, they have returned.

The Slovenian former model’s life has been relatively quiet between her husband’s two presidential terms, but she is again back in the spotlight. Not only that, but speculation about her and Donald’s marriage, as well as rumors of a rift, refuse to go away.

Not long ago, Donald and Melania celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary. Their star-studded wedding at Bethesda-By-the-Sea took place on January 22, 2005, and there can have been few better 20th-anniversary presents than getting to move back into the White House together.

The couple shared several intimate moments during Inauguration Day. Though Melania is used to being in the spotlight, one expert, behavioral scientist Abbie Maroño, claimed to have seen something others missed. Speaking to Newsweek, Maroño stated that Melania’s actions indicated discomfort with public attention on the day when her husband took his oath of office.

“First Lady Melania Trump’s choice of a wide-brimmed hat appeared to serve as a barrier, complicating a moment when President Trump attempted to kiss her, resulting in an awkward air kiss,” she said. “This may have been a possible means to conceal her face, indicating discomfort with the public attention. The lack of eye contact, smiles, or hand-holding between the couple, suggesting discomfort.”

Melania Trump
“At the inaugural ball, President Trump and Melania participated in the traditional first dance. Initially, both appeared tense, but the atmosphere lightened when Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha, along with military members, joined them on stage. This shift led to more relaxed interactions, with President Trump engaging warmly Melania smiling during the dance.”

Although Donald and Melania have obviously been a power couple for decades, that doesn’t mean they always get along. Reports regarding arguments, including the infamous jacket incident during their first Washington term, were always going to find their way to the press. In her memoir, Melania Trump even revealed she passionately defends abortion rights, something that her husband doesn’t agree with.

The First Lady wants to show the world that she is an individual and not just Donald Trump’s wife, and in an interview with Fox, Melania explained how she gives her own advice to her husband, but that he doesn’t always listen,

“Maybe some people see me as just a wife of the President, but I’m standing on my own two feet, independent, I have my own thoughts, I have my own ‘yes’ and ‘no,’” Melania said.

“I don’t always agree [with] what my husband is saying or doing, and that’s ok. I give him my advice, and sometimes he listens, sometimes he doesn’t.”

Melania Trump “really good at balancing her husband,” her photographer says
She continued to reflect on her first tenure as First Lady, saying: “I just feel that people didn’t accept me maybe, they didn’t understand me the way maybe they do now. And I didn’t have much support.”

That Donald and Melania don’t always agree with each other is nothing noteworthy, as the same goes for every married couple in the world. The presidential pair are still going strong after 20 years of marriage, and in early February, Melania’s official photographer, Régine Mahaux, decided to reveal new details about the First Lady’s life today.

“There is something in her–the strong woman –, but at the same time, there is the soft power; she’s really good at balancing her husband,” Mahaux told Hello! Magazine, admitting that he wondered how she has “the courage to keep going.”

“They’ve gone through so much. She’s committed. She loves him and he loves her,” he continued. “She’s always in the right place. She’s always behind her husband. He’s in the light; she doesn’t need the light. She’s a very good No. 2. It’s always her husband first, and I like that; she has strong family values, to be a good wife and to make sure they’re happy.”

Melania assumed the role of First Lady during her husband’s first tenure at the White House while being a person many didn’t believe had what it took. As of today, we all know that she prevailed.

“She’s a different person than she was eight years ago”
But this time, it will be different. Not only because of her experiences but also because of who she has become, according to Mahaux.

“She’s always been hands on, but she’s more free nowadays to make a statement,” the photographer continued. “She’s a different person than she was eight years ago and has always been true to herself. This time, it feels like a different energy with new people that the President has surrounded himself with.”

That the Trumps’ second presidential term will be different is quite clear, but the most significant change for Melania will be the fact that she won’t be staying in Washington full-time. The First Lady has always been clear that her son, Barron Trump, is the most important person in her life, and even though she has the title of First Lady, Washington will have to play second fiddle as Barron is now studying at Stern Business School.

Though Melania has explained what she wants to accomplish during her second term as First Lady, a source tells People Magazine that she won’t let her mission at the White House dictate her life.

“She doesn’t believe she has obligations in the political world. But she does care about children and their well being,” a source in New York and Palm Beach told People. “Anything she may do in this administration will happen if she has the time and interest to pursue it.”

Melania Trump “couldn’t care less how she looks politically,” claims source
The insider added that Melania’s approach to her husband’s world regarding navigating the spotlight is somewhere between his first wife, Ivana Trump, and his second wife, Marla Maples.

“Melania is smart like Ivana,” the source continued, “but while Ivana collaborated with Donald on work projects, Melania is more traditional in the Marla way and remains more under the radar when possible.”

The People Magazine source stated that politics “isn’t Melania Trump’s world,” and that she only has a “small circle of family members and one or two close friends.” Moreover, Donald Trump is claimed to be “concerned” about how his wife looks on the political stage. However, the source argued that Melania “couldn’t care less how she looks politically.”

“You can learn more about Melania by what she doesn’t do or say,” the source concluded. “Just because she is quiet in a crowd doesn’t mean she is aloof, not listening, or necessarily disinterested. Her mind is filled with what she does every day, her own life, and what interests her. Donald does his thing, and she does hers. She tells it like it is when they talk and he listens. Does he do what she says? Not necessarily, but it has happened.”

Melania was seen very few times before Donald Trump went into the last months of his presidential campaigning last year. She traveled with her husband to Los Angeles a few weeks ago and has been seen out on “duty” several times, but when it came to the biggest sporting event in the US, the Super Bowl, Melania was nowhere to be seen.

Social media users launched theories about why Melania Trump wasn’t attending the Super Bowl
Donald became the first sitting president to attend the Super Bowl. On Sunday, he arrived at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, with many family members, including his son, Eric Trump, Eric’s wife, Lara, his daughter Ivanka Trump, and her 7-year-old son Theodore.

However, the fact that Melania wasn’t in attendance confused users on social media. Many took to the social media platform X and asked why she wouldn’t accompany Trump at the enormous event. Some were even concerned, while others saw it as a chance to make fun of her.

“Hmm! Where’s Melania? Has she even moved into the WH, or is she busy filing for divorce?” one user wrote, as per the Irish Star.

Another said, “Melania is at home? I can’t say I blame her, tbh.”

“Neither Melania nor Barron are accompanying Trump to the Superbowl. What a ‘family man!’ Melania is NOT living at the WH or Mar a Lago,” a third stated.

Exactly why Melania Trump—or Barron, for that matter—didn’t accompany Donald to the Super Bowl isn’t known. However, before the game, Donald released a statement saying that his wife “joins me in sending our best wishes for a great Super Bowl Sunday.”

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In a significant political development, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) has publicly celebrated the Trump administration’s decision to rescind its controversial freeze on federal grants. This move, seen as a major policy reversal, has elicited strong reactions across the political spectrum, with MAGA supporters expressing notable outrage.

Taking to social media platform X, AOC did not mince words in framing the decision as a victory for progressive advocacy. “This is Trump’s first major loss. When we fight, we win,” she declared, emphasizing the power of collective action even in the face of political adversity. Her statement resonated with many of her followers, highlighting the ongoing tension between progressive leaders and the Trump administration’s policy agenda.

AOC further contextualized the significance of the reversal by pointing out the broader implications of the grant freeze. “We may not have majorities in the House and the Senate, but we DO have the power to loudly educate and mobilize against the mass looting the Trump admin is attempting against our veterans, healthcare, education, and more,” she added. This statement underscores her commitment to grassroots activism and the belief that informed, engaged citizens can influence government decisions.

The Trump administration’s initial freeze on federal grants had sparked widespread criticism from various advocacy groups, policymakers, and affected communities. Critics argued that the freeze threatened critical funding for programs supporting veterans, healthcare, and education, among other essential services. The backlash highlighted the potential human cost of such fiscal decisions, galvanizing opposition from both political leaders and the public. 

At the Super Bowl on February 9, Taylor Swift, who was in the stands supporting her boyfriend Travis Kelce, faced an awkward moment when the crowd booed her after being shown on the jumbotron.

Fans quickly speculated that she responded with a confused “What’s going on?” Despite the chilly reception, Swift appeared unbothered, flashing a smirk and side-eye.

Swifties rushed to defend her on social media, with many calling her unphased by the boos. Serena Williams also showed support, tweeting encouragement to Taylor.

The incident sparked contrasting reactions, with some pointing out the difference between the crowd’s reception of Swift and that of President Trump, who attended as well.

The brand new Department of Government Efficiency, headed by Tesla and Space X CEO Elon Musk, has gotten to work at breakneck speed.

In its first 10 days of operation, DOGE eliminated around $1 billion in spending by canceling 85 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEI)-related contracts.

The cuts came across 24 federal agencies, which included the Department of Education, Department of Labor, Treasury, Defense, USDA, Homeland Security, and the Environmental Protection Agency.

“Through 1/29/2025, 85 DEIA-related contracts totaling ~$1B have been terminated within the Dept. of Ed, GSA, OPM, EPA, DoL, Treasury, DoD, USDA, Commerce, DHS, VA, HHS, State, NSF, NRC, NLRB, PBGC, USAID, RRB, SSA, SBA, BLM, CFPB, NPS, and NOAA,” the department said on X.

The Office of Personnel Management was hit with some of the biggest cuts, as close to $500 million in contracts were canceled.

The Department of Agriculture was next as it was nearly $110 million in canceled contracts and spending.

Other cuts included the Department of Homeland Security, which saw a reduction in spending of 14.9 million; the Department of Health and Human Services cut $28.1 million; the Department of Labor eliminated $7.8 million; the Department of Treasury cut $25.2 million; the Environmental Protection Agency saw a reduction of $3 million in spending; the Department of Education cut $3.8 million; and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) saw cuts of $45 million.

In January, a source close to multimillionaire biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy told Fox News that he was no longer affiliated with DOGE.

Ramaswamy, who was appointed alongside Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, by Trump in November to lead DOGE, is now expected to announce a Republican campaign for Ohio governor early next week, according to the source.

“Vivek Ramaswamy played a critical role in helping us create DOGE,” Trump-Vance transition spokesperson Anna Kelly, said in a statement to Fox News. “He intends to run for elected office soon, which requires him to remain outside of DOGE, based on the structure that we announced today. We thank him immensely for his contributions over the last 2 months and expect him to play a vital role in making America great again.”

Not long afterward, Ramaswamy took to his social media pages to make an announcement.

“It was my honor to help support the creation of DOGE. I’m confident that Elon & team will succeed in streamlining government. I’ll have more to say very soon about my future plans in Ohio. Most importantly, we’re all-in to help President Trump make America great again!” he wrote.

Ohio GOP Governor Mike DeWine, who is term-limited and cannot seek re-election in 2026, announced on Friday that Lt. Gov. Jon Husted would fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by now-Vice President J.D. Vance, who stepped down earlier this month ahead of Monday’s inauguration to assume his new role.

Prior to the Senate appointment, Husted had been preparing to run for governor in 2026 to succeed DeWine. Meanwhile, Vivek Ramaswamy had previously expressed interest in serving in the Senate.

DeWine’s decision to appoint Husted to the vacant Senate seat appears to have spurred Ramaswamy’s move toward running for governor, Fox added.

Vivek Ramaswamy, who launched his presidential campaign in February 2023, quickly rose from a long-shot candidate to a serious contender for the Republican nomination.

Running on what he termed an “America First 2.0” agenda, Ramaswamy became one of Donald Trump’s most vocal supporters among his rivals, calling Trump the “most successful president of our century.”

Ramaswamy ended his White House following a distant fourth-place finish in the Iowa caucuses and swiftly endorsed Trump, becoming a prominent surrogate on the campaign trail.

President Donald Trump announced that he told billionaire Elon Musk to hire an additional 45 new DOGE agents to manage and audit the FBI, CIA, and Pentagon.

Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency is now focusing on some of the biggest projects the government has going on, after starting by looking at programs that didn’t cost much.

Trump told DOGE to find ways to cut costs and streamline the government. According to The Wall Street Journal, in the first three weeks of the second Trump administration, DOGE has found and cut more than $1 billion in spending.

DOGE says it has found savings of more than half of those savings are linked to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The Journal said that DOGE’s tech team has been working on “low-hanging fruit” at several agencies so far.

“Great coordination across 35 agencies over the last two days to terminate 199 wasteful contracts saving ~$250mm, including: -Contract for ‘Asia Pacific – Sri Lanka climate change mitigation adaption and resilience coordinator services for forest service’ -Workshop for ‘Intercultural communication diversity dialogue circle communicating across differences,’” DOGE posted Friday night on X.

Elon Musk wants to find $2 trillion in spending cuts. DOGE could find bigger savings in some of the government’s biggest programs, especially those that deal with health care.

The Journal reported that DOGE is also working with the General Services Administration (GSA), which is in charge of managing government buildings and commercial property, to find leases that can be canceled or let lapse.

DOGE has run into trouble. Trump said the U.S. Agency for International Development is full of fraud, waste, and corruption, so on Friday a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order that stopped him from destroying the agency.

Trump disagreed with a federal judge’s decision that the Treasury Department should keep people from using its payment systems who are “not civil servants with a need for access to perform their job duties.”

“I disagree with it 100 percent; I think it’s crazy. We have to solve the efficiency problem; we have to solve the fraud, waste, abuse,” Trump told Fox News’s Bret Baier when asked for his take on the ruling in a pre-taped interview that aired Sunday.

He later told reporters on Sunday that the decision made him sad and that it was an embarrassment, The Hill reported.

“When a president can’t look for fraud and waste and abuse, we don’t have a country anymore. So, we’re very disappointed with the judges that would make such a ruling, but we have a long way to go. We have to look; we have to find all of the fraud that’s going on. We have tremendous fraud, tremendous waste and tremendous abuse and theft, by the way,” Trump said.

“No judge should frankly be allowed to make that kind of a decision, it’s a disgrace,” Trump added.

U.S. District Judge Paul Engelmayer made a clear decision overnight on Saturday that special government employees and those detailed from outside the department are not allowed to access Treasury Department systems. This includes Elon Musk, the billionaire tech entrepreneur, and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

In his interview with Fox, Trump also said that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) was “fraudulent.” USAID has been largely shut down as DOGE takes over several departments to cut costs.

“Hundreds of millions of dollars in money that’s going to places where it shouldn’t be going,” Trump said. “It’s a big scam.”

“There’s some good money and we can do that through any one of a number — I think I’d rather give it to Marco Rubio over at the State Department, let him take care of the few good ones,” Trump said.

Engelmayer, who was appointed by former President Barack Obama, said that anyone who is now blocked must delete any content they have already downloaded right away.

Musk asked Engelmayer to be removed from his job on Sunday, calling him “corrupt” and saying that he was “protecting corruption.”

Judge who is permanently overseeing the case brought by 19 Democratic state attorneys general will hold a hearing in New York on Friday to decide whether to grant a longer pause. Until then, the ruling will stand.

Musk’s attempts to get into the systems of several federal agencies have led to a number of lawsuits. Democrats are especially worried about DOGE’s ability to access the payment systems of the Treasury Department.

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A group of unions filed a lawsuit, and the Trump administration agreed earlier this week to limit the access of two people to the Treasury Department’s payment systems until the case moves on to the next stage.

DOGE has accelerated its work in recent weeks.

In its first two weeks of operation, DOGE eliminated around $1 billion in spending by canceling 85 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEI)-related contracts.

The cuts came across 24 federal agencies, which included the Department of Education, Department of Labor, Treasury, Defense, USDA, Homeland Security, and the Environmental Protection Agency.

“Through 1/29/2025, 85 DEIA-related contracts totaling ~$1B have been terminated within the Dept. of Ed, GSA, OPM, EPA, DoL, Treasury, DoD, USDA, Commerce, DHS, VA, HHS, State, NSF, NRC, NLRB, PBGC, USAID, RRB, SSA, SBA, BLM, CFPB, NPS, and NOAA,” the department said on X.

The Office of Personnel Management was hit with some of the biggest cuts, as close to $500 million in contracts were canceled.

The Department of Agriculture was next as it was nearly $110 million in canceled contracts and spending.

Other cuts included the Department of Homeland Security, which saw a reduction in spending of 14.9 million; the Department of Health and Human Services cut $28.1 million; the Department of Labor eliminated $7.8 million; the Department of Treasury cut $25.2 million; the Environmental Protection Agency saw a reduction of $3 million in spending; the Department of Education cut $3.8 million; and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) saw cuts of $45 million.