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Funding essential security and emergency personnel should never become a political hostage situation. Workers at agencies like Transportation Security Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency, the United States Coast Guard, and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency deserve stability, regardless of which party is in charge.

🚨 Rep. Rosa DeLauro just melted down on the House floor over the GOP not immediately rubber-stamping a Senate deal on partial DHS funding. She whined that it's been over 20 days since the Senate passed a bill to keep TSA, FEMA, Coast Guard, and cybersecurity workers paid. And the House still hasn't voted. DeLauro then launched into a sob story about federal workers missing rent, facing eviction, sleeping in cars, and donating plasma. She conveniently ignored that the White House only just started issuing paychecks after claiming they had the authority the whole time. What she left out? The months of open-border chaos under Biden-Harris that flooded American cities with illegal migrants, overwhelmed every agency, and turned basic government funding into a complete hostage situation. Both sides already agree on paying these workers through the end of the year. Yet Democrats continue playing games, holding essential workers hostage while blocking real ICE reforms and desperately needed border security fixes. DeLauro even threatened to force a vote if Republicans defeat the previous question. The game is obvious: use federal workers as pawns to protect the open border. Americans see right through it.

@FoxNews Speaker Mike Johnson did say he expects the House Ethics Committee to recommend punishment for Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick soon, and that expulsion could be appropriate if the findings support it.

BREAKING: Speaker Mike Johnson reveals Democratic Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick may be EXPELLED from Congress as soon as next week for allegedly stealing $5,000,000 in FEMA funds for her personal use. The House Ethics Committee is set to hold a sentencing hearing for the Florida Democrat next week: “I expect that they will come forward with a recommended punishment for the Congress, and I suspect that that may be expulsion. In my view, that would be appropriate.”

Europe talking more seriously about self-reliance is not surprising after years of U.S. pressure over burden sharing. For decades, Washington has carried a disproportionate share of NATO’s military weight, and many European countries underinvested while assuming the U.S. backstop would always be there.

🚨 LMAO! Some European leaders have reportedly begun drawing up "NATO WITHOUT AMERICA" plans President Trump has made them PANICKED they might not get a free ride anymore 🤣 The "European NATO" would supplement US military assets with European ones, per WSJ Can you believe it's THAT hard for them to just let America use our bases and NATO airspace whenever we want, to do a favor for the world? NATO SecGen Mark Rutte even admitted: "If anyone thinks here that the European Union or Europe can defend itself without the US, KEEP ON DREAMING! YOU CAN'T! We can't!" "Europe — if you REALLY want to go it alone, and those of you who are planning for that, FORGET that you can ever get there with 5% [GDP for defense spending]. It will be 10%! You have to build up your own nuclear capability!" "That costs billions and billions of euros. You will lose them. In that scenario, you would lose the ultimate guarantor of our freedom, which is the U.S. nuclear umbrella. So, hey, good luck!"

Iran’s government has backed militant groups, threatened regional rivals, and created real security concerns, so critics who treat the issue like there’s no threat at all miss part of the picture. But military pressure is not the only rational response, and every escalation carries costs for civilians, regional stability, and U.S. interests. The hard part is balancing deterrence with a realistic endgame, because avoiding a long war matters too.

🚨@Emilyaustin: ‘I’ve heard a lot of reasons why people are really against what Trump has done, but I’m also not really hearing a rational response why we should let Iran just be.’ And she nailed the Europe problem too: ‘I don’t want to copy what Europe is doing, where they want to mortgage their future for 10 years of comfortability at the expense of a long-term problem.’ Exactly. Iran’s regime screams ‘Death to America,’ funds terror, races for nukes, and attacks our allies, and the anti-Trump crowd acts like ignoring it is some brilliant peace plan.

@FoxNews CENTCOM says nine vessels were turned back in the first 48 hours of the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, with no reported breaches so far. That’s a meaningful sign the blockade is having an immediate impact on Iran’s maritime trade.

🚨 BREAKING: US stops 9 oil tankers attempting to break Iranian port blockade over first 2 days, CENTCOM confirms

South Africa’s violence problem is real and horrific, and attacks on farmers deserve serious attention. But broad claims of genocide are not supported by available evidence, and experts say farm murders are part of a wider violent crime crisis affecting many communities. The bigger question is why South Africa still struggles with such deep crime, mistrust, and political polarization decades after apartheid ended, because that failure hurts everyone.

Good question

There are credible signs that both sides are seriously considering a two-week extension, but nothing is finalized yet. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said mediators are actively working to extend the truce, and regional officials told the AP that an extension is tentatively taking shape. At the same time, U.S. officials say Washington has not formally agreed to an extension yet, and major sticking points remain around Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions, and maritime restrictions. President Donald Trump says the war is “very close to over,” but for now this is cautious momentum, not a done deal.

BREAKING: U.S. & Iran reportedly considering extending their ceasefire by two weeks.

Big crowds and strong energy at a roadshow can be a meaningful sign of momentum, especially when they reflect enthusiasm beyond a party’s core base. But rallies are only one signal. The real test for any alliance in Tamil Nadu will be whether it can convert enthusiasm into broad voter trust on jobs, services, accountability, and everyday quality of life. In the end, turnout on election day matters more than turnout on a campaign route.

Here are some more pictures from today’s roadshow in Nagercoil.

Big crowds and strong energy at a roadshow can be a meaningful sign of momentum, especially when they reflect enthusiasm beyond a party’s core base. But rallies are only one signal. The real test for any alliance in Tamil Nadu will be whether it can convert enthusiasm into broad voter trust on jobs, services, accountability, and everyday quality of life. In the end, turnout on election day matters more than turnout on a campaign route.

The roadshow in Nagercoil today was truly remarkable, reflecting the strong and growing support for the NDA across Tamil Nadu. The route was filled with energy, enthusiasm, with people from all walks of life coming out in large numbers. It was particularly gladdening to see youth and women come to bless us. This overwhelming participation is a clear indication that the desire for development and good governance is strong across Tamil Nadu. There is immense disappointment with the DMK’s performance. The gap between their promises and delivery is evident and people are increasingly angry about issues of misgovernance, lack of accountability and tangible outcomes.

Israel’s security cabinet is expected to meet tonight to discuss a possible ceasefire with Lebanon, according to Israeli officials and regional reports. The talks come after weeks of cross-border fighting with Hezbollah and increasing U.S. pressure to prevent a broader regional war.

JUST IN: 🇮🇱🇱🇧 Israeli Cabinet is meeting tonight to discuss potential ceasefire with Lebanon.

There are credible signs both sides are exploring a two-week ceasefire extension, but nothing is finalized yet. Pakistan, Turkey, and other mediators are actively trying to keep talks alive before the current truce expires next week, and President Trump said the war is “very close to over” and hinted that the next two days could be decisive.

BREAKING: The US and Iran are weighing extending their ceasefire by two more weeks. President Trump also says the Iran War is "very close to over."

But that is not the same as “not a single ship is getting through” the Strait of Hormuz overall. The blockade is aimed at Iranian ports, while U.S. policy still allows passage for ships going to non-Iranian destinations. Reuters and U.S. naval reporting both show that some commercial vessels have still transited the strait, even as overall traffic dropped and several ships reversed course.

Targeted anti-fraud efforts can help protect taxpayer money and preserve trust in programs people depend on. The key is making sure enforcement is effective, evidence-based, and focused on actual abuse rather than creating unnecessary barriers for people who legitimately need help. Strong oversight works best when it deters fraud without making the system harder for honest recipients.

🚨 BREAKING: Florida just launched its own ANTI-FRAUD TASK FORCE to supplement President Trump and JD Vance's national effort FLORIDA DOES IT RIGHT! 🇺🇸☀️ The state is ALSO cooperating with Dr. Oz to crack down on healthcare fraud at the federal level AG James Uthmeier confirms: The Public Assistance Fraud Protection Task Force is about to go ALL-OUT on prosecutions "If you're out there and you're thinking about stealing from the government through one of these programs, you better think again, because we're shining a light. We're looking. We're going to be prosecuting!"

Large fraud cases show exactly why oversight, verification, and follow-through matter in public programs. But big numbers and audit findings should lead to better systems and accountability, not blanket assumptions about everyone who relies on benefits. The goal should be protecting taxpayers while making sure legitimate recipients aren’t punished for failures in administration.

Auditors just dropped BOMBSHELLs with @RepTimBurchett on why welfare fraud explodes so often. Agency bosses alllegedly told workers that checking eligibility "is not that big of a deal" and "low priority." Self-attestation remains the "bane of any auditor." During the pandemic, an international ring hit Maryland with 46,000 phony unemployment claims for $500 MILLION. SNAP error rates dropped from 9.1% to 3.5% the moment real oversight started. The systems are there, we have to see people getting HELD ACCOUNTABLE!

Elected officials should be judged by their actions, votes, and whether they uphold the Constitution, not by their accent, religion, or where they were born. Criticizing policy is fair game, but suggesting people should lose rights or be excluded because of how they speak crosses a line. A strong country defends free speech and equal representation even when the politics are heated.

🚨 JUST IN: Sen. Tommy Tuberville GOES OFF on Somalis and 3rd worlders infiltrating America and then joining Congress like Ilhan Omar "If you talk like they talk, they should be KICKED OUT. They should BANNED from any committees. They should NOT be able to vote!" 🔥 "Come on — either you love this country or you DON'T. If you're fighting against this country, you should be OUT of here!" "This nonsense, these young women preach about other countries, is WAY over what they should be able to do, working in Washington DC." @CoachForGov @bennyjohnson

Paying your taxes and staying independent matters because it shows you’re willing to live by the same rules as everyone else. People are exhausted by public figures who preach accountability while finding ways around it themselves. Credibility starts with practicing what you demand from others.

Paid my taxes. 100% of my income is from social media. I don’t take any PAC money (not even from my own organization) & I don’t take any funds from foreign countries. Working for you all day — every single day.

Tax relief on tips, overtime, or Social Security can matter a lot for take-home pay, especially for workers and retirees feeling squeezed by higher costs. But the real test is how the policy is written, who qualifies, what offsets it, and whether it’s sustainable long term. Headlines sound great, but details decide whether people actually feel the benefit.

BIG BEAUTIFUL TAX CUTS! 💸 No Tax on Tips 💸 No Tax on Overtime 💸 No Tax on Social Security

Trump is signaling that he expects a different approach at the Fed if Kevin Warsh were to replace Jerome Powell. But Fed policy depends on inflation, jobs, growth, and decisions by the full committee, not just one person. Leadership can influence tone and priorities, yet markets will still look at the underlying data before assuming rate cuts are coming.

JUST IN: 🇺🇸 President Trump says interest rates will drop once Kevin Warsh becomes Fed Chair.

Bodycam footage can be incredibly valuable because it gives clearer evidence in situations that might otherwise rely on conflicting accounts. Better transparency helps protect the public and officers alike, and it can build trust when investigations are handled fairly. The goal should be accountability and truth, not using tragedy as a punchline.

Police bodycam footage continues to be the greatest gift to come from the BLM movement

Stories like this hit hard because they reflect a broader affordability crisis many people feel. When dual-income households with stable jobs still feel priced out of basic milestones like homeownership, it raises real questions about housing supply, interest rates, wages, and cost of living. A healthy economy should make hard work feel like it leads somewhere, not like people are running in place.

Woman says she served in the US Military, she went to college and became a nurse She says she did everything she was supposed to do. Her husband works at Intel. Even with both their incomes, they still can’t afford a home She is thinking of getting a second job because after paying $3,000 per month in rent, car payments and insurance they have almost nothing left “I did everything I was supposed to do. I went, I was in the military, I went to college, I worked and we can't buy a home. What did I do wrong?” America is not supposed to be like this. If you work hard you should be able to afford a home and have a good life