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Trump administration plans increased funding for border security

President Trump and House Republicans have expressed their commitment to enhancing national security and restoring immigration integrity.


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: Amiad Cohen’s Vision for a Sovereign Israel and a Resilient West

An increasing number of policy makers are calling for a redefinition of the U.S. relationship with Israel—rejecting the notion of Israel dependency on the United States in favor of sovereignty, strength, and strategic parity.


WEEKEND INTERVIEW: Peter Pitts on Price Controls, Political Theater, and Pharma’s Blind Spot

Debate over drug pricing in the U.S. has become a battleground for deeper structural tensions—between national sovereignty and global trade, consumer protection and corporate profit, and political theater and policy substance.


Trump marks 101st anniversary of US Border Patrol with proclamation

For 101 years, the United States Border Patrol (USBP) has served as a crucial component in maintaining national security.


Ohio man admits to filing false tax returns; faces possible prison sentence

Sidney L. Glover, Jr., a 36-year-old resident of Warren, Ohio, has admitted to failing to report his business earnings to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) over a three-year period.


Roanoke man pleads guilty to failing sex offender registration and false statement charges

A Roanoke man, Janike Dunbar Holt, 29, has pled guilty in federal court to charges of failing to register as a convicted sex offender and making false statements.


National Defense Committee Chair: Thousands of military vets ‘risk losing their homes’ if Congress fails to pass VA Home Loan Reform Act

Retired U.S. Navy Captain Bob “Shoebob” Carey, the chair of the National Defense Committee, said thousands of military veterans could lose their homes if Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs do not extend or replace a discontinued loan relief program.


Trump honors fallen heroes on Memorial Day at Arlington

Today, President Donald J. Trump attended a Memorial Day event at Arlington National Cemetery.


US announces temporary sanction waivers for Syrian reconstruction

The United States has announced a 180-day waiver of mandatory Caesar Act sanctions on Syria, as part of the President's commitment to providing sanctions relief.


Education department announces new discretionary grant priorities

The U.S. Department of Education has unveiled new priorities for discretionary grants under the leadership of Secretary Linda McMahon.


SNAP waivers approved by USDA for healthier food options in Indiana and Iowa

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins has signed waivers to change the definition of food for purchase under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP) in Indiana and Iowa, starting in 2026.


Record-breaking attendance at SelectUSA Investment Summit leads to $1 billion in commitments

The U.S. Department of Commerce recently concluded the 11th SelectUSA Investment Summit, marking a record-breaking event with over 5,500 attendees from more than 100 international markets.


USDA announces major food purchases for national distribution

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) plan to purchase up to $67 million in fresh seafood, fruits, and vegetables from domestic producers.


Secretary signs SNAP waiver during visit focused on supporting small family farms

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins recently visited Nebraska, where she joined Governor Jim Pillen and Representative Adrian Smith to tour various agricultural facilities, including the Cargill Bioscience Complex and Wholestone Farms’...


Federal probe launched into alleged racial bias at Thomas Jefferson High School

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights has initiated a Title VI investigation into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) regarding the 2020 revision of the admissions policy at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and...


Deputy Secretary Landau discusses US-China relations with Chinese Vice Foreign Minister

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a conversation with Chinese Executive Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu.


Trump administration releases Make America Healthy Again report

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins joined President Donald J. Trump in releasing the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission Report at the White House on May 22, 2025.


Nebraska restricts soda and energy drink purchases under SNAP program

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins has approved a waiver to amend the definition of food for Nebraska's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).


Secretaries sign joint memo on wildfire preparedness ahead of peak fire season

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum have signed a joint memorandum on wildfire preparedness, emphasizing coordination between their departments for the upcoming fire season.


Deputy Secretary Landau to attend NATO assembly in Dayton

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau is set to visit Dayton, Ohio, on May 23.