Republican senators hit border, touting tougher security and tax cuts, in 2026 kickoff

Republican senators hit border, touting tougher security and tax cuts, in 2026 kickoff

Aiming to not only hold but expand their 53-47 majority in November’s midterm elections, top Senate Republicans are showcasing the plummeting rates of border crossings during a stop Friday at the nation’s southern border with Mexico. And the group, led by Senate Majority Leader John Thune, is also highlighting how President Donald Trump and Republican…

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President Trump says there won't be a 'second Wave of Attacks' against Venezuela due to their 'cooperation'

President Trump says there won’t be a ‘second Wave of Attacks’ against Venezuela due to their ‘cooperation’

President Donald Trump announced in an early Friday morning Truth Social post that he has “cancelled the previously expected second Wave of Attacks” against Venezuela in light of the nation’s “cooperation.” “Venezuela is releasing large numbers of political prisoners as a sign of ‘Seeking Peace.’ This is a very important and smart gesture. The U.S.A….

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AG Pam Bondi warns Minnesota protesters after ICE shooting: 'Do not test our resolve'

AG Pam Bondi warns Minnesota protesters after ICE shooting: ‘Do not test our resolve’

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi warned protesters in Minnesota on Thursday that while peaceful demonstrations are protected under the First Amendment, obstructing or attacking federal law enforcement will result in arrests and prosecution.  “Obstructing, impeding, or attacking federal law enforcement is a federal crime. So is damaging federal property,” Bondi wrote on X. “If you…

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House GOP spending bills pack billions in earmarks, sparking backlash from fiscal hawks

House GOP spending bills pack billions in earmarks, sparking backlash from fiscal hawks

Three spending bills up for consideration in the House of Representatives this week bring with them billions in add-ons that fiscal conservatives believe go against Republicans’ promises of trimming federal overspending.  Republican bills for Commerce, Justice, and Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment will come to the floor for consideration on Thursday…

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San Diego sues to stop border barrier construction

San Diego sues to stop border barrier construction

The city of San Diego sued the federal government to stop the construction of razor wire fencing on city-owned land near the U.S.-Mexico border, accusing federal agencies of trespassing and causing environmental damage. The city filed the complaint in the U.S. District Court for Southern California on Monday. The complaint named Department of Homeland Security…

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