Restoration News announced its 2025 year-in-review, highlighting investigative reporting that exposed mifepristone risks, election controversies, immigration challenges, and public safety concerns, prompting federal and congressional attention.
In 2025, Restoration News reported that mifepristone was linked to serious adverse effects in more than one in ten women. These effects included heavy bleeding, infections, and death—figures reportedly up to 22 times higher than those claimed by manufacturers. The investigation led to congressional inquiries and reviews by Health and Human Services regarding safety measures. Additionally, the year's reporting addressed election controversies in Virginia, Venezuelan gang activity in Chicago, and federal enforcement actions involving the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
Federal authorities conducted raids on Chicago’s South Side targeting suspected members of the Tren de Aragua gang among Venezuelan migrants. Approximately 300 officers participated in these operations, resulting in numerous detentions for immigration violations and related crimes. Officials indicated that the gang had been contributing to local criminal activities and community safety concerns, reflecting broader issues associated with migrant-related crime.
According to an analysis of insurance data from 2017 to 2023 conducted by Restoration News, serious adverse events from mifepristone use occurred in roughly 11% of cases—at least 22 times higher than the less than 0.5% rate reported on Food and Drug Administration (FDA) drug labels. These findings prompted calls for enhanced safety protocols and increased FDA oversight.
Restoration of America supports Restoration News’ investigative efforts. Founded in 2015 by Doug Truax—a West Point graduate and former U.S. Army Captain—the organization advocates for election transparency, secure borders, limited government, military readiness, and America First policies. It also operates the Voter Reference Foundation for voter file publication and invested over $100 million during the 2024 election cycle to support aligned candidates.
