Trump signals land strikes against cartels without congressional approval
President Donald Trump indicated on Thursday that he will not seek a congressional war declaration to continue lethal U.S. strikes on alleged drug traffickers. He also signaled that operations would move from sea to land. New boat strikes in the Pacific Ocean, a B-1 flight near Venezuela and Trump’s assertion of unrestricted presidential power under […]
New York AG Letitia James pleads not guilty in mortgage fraud case
New York Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty to two charges tied to a mortgage fraud case Friday morning. The investigation was pushed by President Donald Trump, who has called for investigations into those who previously investigated him. James is the third person the Trump administration has targeted with investigations. The Department of Justice […]
Buyers already feeling ‘discount fatigue’ ahead of holiday shopping season
There are only five weeks to go until Black Friday, the traditional kickoff of the holiday shopping season. However, new research suggests that many Americans are already burned out on deals. ‘Discount burnout’ sets in early CNBC, citing research from the consulting firm AlixPartners, reports that shoppers are experiencing “discount fatigue,” as relentless promotions flood […]
Too little, too late? Virginia couple asks judge to block White House demolition
A Virginia couple asked a federal judge to block the Trump administration from further demolition of the White House for construction of a new ballroom. Their effort, however, may have been too little, too late. Within hours of the couple’s legal filing, the White House announced that demolition of the East Wing had been completed […]
Social Security recipients to see 2.8% cost-of-living raise in 2026
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced Friday that its 2026 cost-of-living adjustment will increase benefits by 2.8% for 73 million Americans who receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The annual adjustment was delayed for more than a week by the government shutdown. The adjustment reflects the inflation rate that has boosted prices over […]
Maduro claims 5,000 Russian anti-aircraft missiles as US pressure builds
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro claimed his forces have “no less than 5,000” Russian-made Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles positioned across the country, according to CNN reporting. He described the shoulder-fired systems as deployed “even in the last mountain, the last town and the last city,” and said they can target drones, helicopters and low-flying aircraft. CNN noted […]
The World Series: Who’s playing, where to watch and what to know
The lineup is set, the games are scheduled and we’re ready to play. The Major League Baseball World Series kicks off Friday night with two teams that couldn’t be more different from each other. The Los Angeles Dodgers will take on the Toronto Blue Jays in Game One of the World Series at 8 p.m. […]
Congress eyes Prince Andrew’s Epstein testimony; Virginia Democrats join redistricting fight
In this Media Miss Minute, two stories flying under the radar on partisan outlets: Congress could call Britain’s Prince Andrew to testify about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Also, Democrats in Virginia are redrawing congressional maps in hopes of reclaiming control of the U.S. House. Media Miss by the left: US Congress may call UK […]
NFL legend partners with deep pockets of Unrivaled Sports to grow flag football
Future NFL Hall of Famer Drew Brees continues his mission to grow the game through flag football, and now he’s got the financial backing to do it. Football ‘N’ America, the youth league Brees launched in 2017, is being bought by Unrivaled Sports. Football ‘N’ America is the fourth flag football league to be acquired […]
