Syrian Rebel Leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani Delivers Victory Speech with Warnings for Iran, U.S., and Israel

Syrian rebel leader’s victory speech holds a message for Iran

Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, leader of the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group, marked the toppling of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad with a victory speech at the historic Umayyad Mosque in Damascus. The speech, delivered against the backdrop of the mosque’s 1,300-year-old splendor, was steeped in symbolism and carefully calibrated messages for domestic and international audiences. Jolani, … Read more

Donald Trump Vows to End US ‘Birthright Citizenship’ on First Day in Office

Donald Trump plans to end US 'birthright citizenship' on his first day in office

Former President Donald Trump has announced his intention to end the longstanding practice of birthright citizenship in the United States if he regains the presidency in 2025. In a statement released on Saturday, Trump declared that he would sign an executive order on his first day in office to revoke automatic citizenship for children born … Read more

U.S. Announces $988 Million Aid Package for Ukraine, Focuses on Long-Term Defense Needs

U.S. unveils $988 million aid package for Ukraine including rockets and drones

The United States unveiled a $988 million aid package for Ukraine on Saturday, aimed at bolstering its defense capabilities against Russia’s ongoing invasion. The package, funded through the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI), represents a significant investment in Ukraine’s future military capacity, prioritizing the purchase of advanced weaponry directly from defense contractors rather than relying … Read more

U.S. Pledges Nearly $1 Billion in Long-Term Weapons Support for Ukraine Ahead of Administration Change

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In a significant move to reinforce Ukraine’s defense capabilities, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced a nearly $1 billion military aid package on Saturday. The Biden administration is accelerating its efforts to allocate remaining congressionally approved funds for Ukraine before President-elect Donald Trum takes office next month. The $988 million package, part of the Ukraine Security … Read more

Governor Mcmaster Backs Tennessee’s Gender Care Prohibition As The Supreme Court Hears Arguments

Discussions about healthcare services for members of the transgender community have resurfaced this week, as Tennessee faces legal challenges to its statute prohibiting gender-affirming care for minors. Governor Henry McMaster has made it plain what his position is on the topic. Governor McMaster sent a statement to ‘X’ shortly after the US Supreme Court heard … Read more

$151 Billion Spent on Illegal Immigration in 2023, Report Finds

$151 Billion Spent on Illegal Immigration in 2023, Report Finds

A report from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Tesla CEO Elon Musk and 2024 Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, has revealed that the U.S. government spent approximately $151 billion on illegal immigration in 2023. This figure represents 2.6% of the federal government’s $6.1 trillion annual budget. The report, shared on X (formerly … Read more

Arizona Cartel Leader Sentenced to 14 Years in Federal Prison for Drug Trafficking

Arizona Cartel Leader Heriberto Lopez-Landeros Sentenced to 14 Years for Drug Trafficking

U.S. District Judge Steven P. Logan gave Heriberto Lopez-Landeros, the head of a significant drug cartel in Arizona, a 14-year prison sentence. Lopez-Landeros had pleaded guilty in August to Possession with Intent to distribute methamphetamine, following a lengthy investigation that exposed his cartel’s extensive drug trafficking operations across the U.S. Criminal Operations and Seizures Lopez-Landeros … Read more

Trump Administration Plans to Deport Migrants to Third-Party Countries, Drawing Criticism

Incoming Trump administration plans to deport some migrants to countries other than their own

The incoming Trump administration is reportedly drafting plans to deport migrants whose home countries refuse to accept them to third-party nations, including Turks and Caicos, the Bahamas, Panama, and Grenada, according to sources familiar with the matter. This proposed policy could result in thousands of migrants being sent to countries where they have no ties, … Read more

Arizona Secures $34.8 Million Federal Grant to Expand Charter Schools

Arizona wins charter school federal grant funding

Arizona is poised to develop new charter schools, thanks to a significant federal grant from the United States Department of Education. The state has been awarded $34.8 million as part of the Expanding Opportunities Through Quality Charter Schools Program, aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for underserved communities. The funding, part of a larger $143 million … Read more

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs Unveils Statewide High-Speed Internet Initiative, ConnectAllAZ

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs launches high-speed internet initiative ConnectAllAZ

Gov. Katie Hobbs has launched  ConnectAllAZ, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing affordable and reliable high-speed internet access to every community in Arizona. The program consolidates various broadband projects across the state to streamline efforts in expanding connectivity, especially in underserved areas, such as rural and Tribal communities. Bridging the Digital Divide “All Arizonans, no … Read more