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Park ranger fired for hanging trans pride flag sues Interior Department

A former National Park Service (NPS) ranger who was fired last year for hanging a transgender pride flag in Yosemite National Park sued multiple federal agencies Monday over their termination, arguing it violated their First Amendment rights.  The lawsuit, filed by Dr. Shannon “SJ” Joslin in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia,...

Pentagon raises concerns about ROTOR Act implementing DC crash reforms

The Pentagon on Monday raised what it said were “significant” concerns over an aviation safety bill set to be taken up by the House this week, an about-face from its support of the legislation when the Senate passed it unanimously in December. The Rotorcraft Operations Transparency and Oversight Reform (ROTOR) Act — meant to address...

Trump puts Iran’s leader in double bind: Capitulation or risk of war

Iran's supreme leader is facing one of the most consequential decisions of his more than 30 years in power this week: strike a deal with President Trump to severely limit the country's nuclear program or risk an all-out war with the United States and Israel. Isolated and informed by decades of experience in waiting out...

Trump changes to Black history exhibits spark fears of self-censorship, loss of information

The Trump administration is looking to change how Black history is presented at the park sites and museums under its influence. President Trump, who has eyes on the nation's 250th birthday this summer, says historical sites focus too much on the issue of slavery instead of the “success” of the country. His administration has been accused of whitewashing...

DHS leans into tech

{beacon} Technology Technology   The Big Story DHS tech buildout sparks backlash from Democrats The Trump administration’s deployment of a wide range of technologies to support its sweeping deportation push and respond to those protesting immigration raids is sparking pushback among Democrats and civil liberties advocates, who fear it may be abusing its power as...

SCOTUS to consider tossing climate suit 

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment   The Big Story SCOTUS to consider tossing climate suit The Supreme Court will consider a bid from oil companies to toss out a locality’s climate change lawsuit against the companies. © Greg Nash The justices decided to take up a request from ExxonMobil and Suncor to toss...

House Dem compares Trump’s illegal immigration crackdown to ‘terrorism,’ vows to abolish ICE

Oregon Democrat compares U.S. immigration enforcement to "terrorism" in viral town hall video, vowing to dismantle ICE if party regains political power.

Abbott surges Texas troopers to border after cartel kingpin’s killing sparks violence in Mexico

Gov. Greg Abbott announced he is surging state troopers to the border and across the state to enhance public safety operations amid an ongoing spike in cartel violence.

Social media erupts after Stephen King makes false claim about Trump’s family: ‘What is this sh–?’

Stephen King slams Trump's personal life on social media ahead of the State of the Union, calling the president inexperienced and unqualified in his latest criticisms of the president.

‘They’ve stolen from you’: Dems sharpen economic message on tariffs

The Supreme Court’s tariff decision left the door wide open for Democrats to hammer President Donald Trump for violating the law. This time, they’re...

Former Secret Service officials warn of low-tech threats facing Trump after latest Mar-a-Lago breach

Deadly Mar-a-Lago, Florida, shooting highlights President Donald Trump as "most threatened president in U.S. history," former Secret Service agents warn after latest security breach.

Jack Hughes cements his place as an Olympic — and American — hero

With a chipped front tooth and blood spilling from his mouth, wrapped in the American flag and elation, 24-year-old Jack Hughes is already an...

We Need a Vote on Iran

A decision as consequential as this one deserves a real debate in Congress.

Gavin’s Gaffe May Not Matter

No one can watch the clip of Newsom’s gaffe and conclude that he was poorly received in the room.

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