Future of Top Russian Military Leaders Uncertain in Wake of Coup Attempt
The fate of top Russian military brass remains in flux after an armed rebellion by a private army was called off Saturday. The post Future of Top Russian Military Leaders…
‘We can’t rest or relent’: Pence reiterates support of staunch abortion restrictions
Former vice-president hails Dobbs decision as ‘historic victory’ but says it didn’t go far enough and urges a nationwide abortion ban Despite their unpopularity with the American public, former Republican…
Joe Biden announces big investment in high-speed internet – live
Justices, with no dissents noted, lifted a hold placed on an order from a lower court that told the state to redraw its maps Sign up to receive First Thing…
Majorie Taylor Greene implies she thinks she’s being spied on via her TV
Far-right US congresswoman tweets TV turned on with an image of a laptop trying to connect and a link to an article on spying The far-right US congresswoman Majorie Taylor…
Woke BlackRock CEO Admits DeSantis Hurt BlackRock When He Pulled $2 Billion In Funds
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, whose company’s woke positions have alienated conservative states across the U.S., reportedly admitted that Florida GOP governor Ron DeSantis did damage to his firm when DeSantis…
The Rise of India
Commentary Despite a number of structural disadvantages, India will likely rival China in terms of global power. This year, India hosted the G-20 conference, which Indian leaders see as recognition…
China in Cuba: Nuclear-Armed Communists on the Warpath
Commentary China, according to “fragmentary” U.S. intelligence reports, is about to establish a “joint military training facility” with Cuba on that island. Chinese military personnel are already listening in on…
Death Threats and Bomb Scares
Commentary China’s transnational repression is hitting New Yorkers. On June 21, a former New York City cop, Michael McMahon, was convicted of acting as an illegal Chinese agent and stalking…
China’s ‘One-and-Done’ Arms Buyers
Commentary What is the secret to success as an arms exporter? Repeat business. Countries buy arms from certain suppliers for specific reasons: performance, reliability, cost, alliance politics, and so on.…
Cyber Threats From China and Russia
Commentary Increasing cyberattacks, particularly against the energy sector, demonstrate the cyber threats posed by China and Russia. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) reported on June 15 that…
The Chinese Military Won’t Talk to Us. So What?
Commentary If you want to make Americans uncomfortable—or desperate—don’t talk to them. During his recent visit to China, Secretary of State Antony Blinken repeatedly asked his hosts to set up…
Biden Admin Bows to Beijing
Commentary The fact that U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has flown to China to discuss key points of contention indicates that the United States is more concerned about what…
AOC Fumes, Calls Out Elon Musk As Twitter Parody Account Goes Viral
Far left Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) expressed her disgust in a tweet on Tuesday over a viral Twitter account that parodies the congresswoman. The account, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Press Release (parody),…
Virginia Dept of Health Promotes ‘Queer Kid Stuff,’ Chat For ‘LGBTQ+’-Identifying Teens
The Virginia Department of Health promoted an organization called “Queer Kid Stuff,” as well as an online chat service marketed to teenagers who identify as “LGBTQ+.” “Queer Kid Stuff is…
FBI Director Wray Doesn’t Have a Leg to Stand on in Contempt Fight
The director’s defiance of Congress’s subpoena is contemptuous. If he persists in it, Congress should hold him accountable.
‘Conjoined Twins’: Beijing Claims Elon Musk Backs Continued U.S.-China Codependence
Musk joined several high-profile American executives in traveling to China to sure up relations after the pandemic.
Mike Pence to Launch 2024 Presidential Bid Next Week: Report
The announcement will reportedly feature a campaign video and kickoff speech in Des Moines, Iowa.
‘Family Feud’ murder suspect declines to testify, setting stage for closing arguments in wife’s shooting death
Timothy Bliefnick, the former “Family Feud” contestant charged with climbing through a second-floor window at his estranged wife’s home and shooting her to death in February, declined to testify in…
Former Vice President Pence expected to launch White House campaign next week, joining Trump in 2024 race
Former Vice President Mike Pence is jumping into the race for the White House, joining a growing field of 2024 Republican contenders taking on his one-time boss, former President Donald…
Debt ceiling live updates: McCarthy braces for key test before final vote
The debt ceiling bill moved to the full House on Wednesday, with Republican leadership aiming to ensure the package Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) and President Biden finalized over the weekend…