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‘Trump Gold Card’ goes on sale, offering visas for $1 million, sparking controversy

With legal fights on the way, those writing seven-figure checks shouldn’t assume their cards are coming soon.

December 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM

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Trump sees reporting about his age and stamina as ‘seditious, perhaps even treasonous’

Two weeks ago, The New York Times published a report on the president showing his age. It may have hit a nerve.

December 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM

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Traditional U.S. allies move further away after seeing Trump’s security strategy

If the president’s goal is to push allies away, and encourage others to leave the U.S. behind, his efforts are right on track.

December 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM

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As Cabinet secretaries prioritize distractions and trivialities, Rubio focuses on fonts

As the nation’s chief diplomat turns his attention to typefaces, it’s hard not to wonder: Doesn’t he have better things to do?

December 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM

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Trump-imposed changes at national parks faces swift pushback in Congress, courts

If the White House hoped to these changes would go unnoticed or unchallenged, those hopes have been dashed.

December 11, 2025 at 6:59 PM

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A longtime NATO ally raises concerns about security risks from a Trump-led U.S.

When a NATO member’s military intelligence service describes the U.S. as a potential security risk, it’s a problem in need of attention.

December 11, 2025 at 6:58 PM

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FEMA’s personnel problems go from bad to worse with latest hire

With a conspiracy theorist poised to oversee federal disaster response, it’s not unreasonable to wonder whether FEMA can survive Trump’s second term.

December 11, 2025 at 6:58 PM

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This chillingly un-American Trump move threatens all our freedoms

Back in September, most Americans (and the media) thought it was so over-the-top that it had to be a joke. Turns out, it wasn’t a joke and isn’t remotely funny.In a bizarre directive that could have b...

December 11, 2025 at 6:57 PM

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This chillingly un-American Trump move threatens all our freedoms

Back in September, most Americans (and the media) thought it was so over-the-top that it had to be a joke. Turns out, it wasn’t a joke and isn’t remotely funny.In a bizarre directive that could have b...

December 11, 2025 at 6:57 PM

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This expert shatters Trump's reasoning for troop surge that saw two shot in DC

When I heard the news about two National Guard troops who were shot in Washington before the Thanksgiving holiday, the first person I thought of was Radley Balko. He’s the author of The Rise of the Wa...

December 11, 2025 at 6:56 PM

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'Chilled out of the labor force': watchdog sounds alarm as ICE spreads child care panic

Increased arrests by immigration enforcement agents under the second Trump administration have created a “chilling effect” on the child care industry, resulting in a decrease in workers and in turn le...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:56 PM

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New unemployment claims jump to highest level in months as Trump economy teeters

Federal data released Thursday shows that the number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits surged last week, another indication of growing instability in President Donald Trump’s economy as co...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:55 PM

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'I'm the best person': Mike Lindell officially announces campaign for governor

MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell struggled to speak as he announced his run for governor in Minnesota.At a Thursday event at his pillow factory, Lindell appeared to have voice problems. The election denier's...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:55 PM

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'Go ahead and sue me': South Park creators take stand against Trump admin in season finale

South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have dropped their highly anticipated final episode of the season, taking a stand against the Trump administration and signaling a "reset" for the franch...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:54 PM

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'Quite the moment': CNN shocked as FBI official exposed for offering 'zero details'

CNN's Pamela Brown highlighted a moment from a Homeland Security Committee hearing where the panel's top Democrat laid into an FBI official for his inability to provide details about the group he iden...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:54 PM

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'The power of Christ compels you!' Screaming protester interrupts Kristi Noem amid hearing

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was confronted by a protester at the beginning of her hearing Thursday morning in Washington, D.C.Noem was beginning to speak to a panel of lawmakers about pote...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:54 PM

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Kristi Noem threatened with perjury charges before livid lawmaker cuts off her testimony

The former chair of the House Homeland Security Committee lost his patience with DHS Secretary Kristi Noem during a heated confrontation that was televised nationally on Thursday morning.Toward the en...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:53 PM

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'I call on you to resign!' Dem lawmaker scolds Kristi Noem to her face in big hearing

Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS) called on Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to resign if President Donald Trump did not fire her first.At a Homeland Security Committee hearing on Thurs...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:53 PM

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'You will be impeached': Dem threatens Kristi Noem for 'lying with impunity' at hearing

Rep. Delia C. Ramirez (D-IL) threatened to impeach Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after accusing her of lying at a congressional hearing."I want to be very clear," Ramirez told ...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:53 PM

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'Modern Gestapo!' Protests erupt as Kristi Noem leaves hearing early

Protesters lashed out at Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after she left a hearing early.Hours before the House Homeland Security Committee was scheduled to adjourn on Thursday, N...

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December 11, 2025 at 6:52 PM

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Kristi Noem forced to face combat veteran whose Irish wife has been jailed for four months

Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem was put in the awkward position of apologizing to U.S. military veterans whose lives have been turned upside down, after a Democratic lawmaker who came arme...