Author: Frank Bojazi

President Trump on Thursday signed an executive order directing a major reduction in federal funding for PBS and NPR, citing alleged bias in their reporting. The order instructs the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and other federal agencies to halt funding for both broadcasters and to identify and eliminate any indirect public financial support. In a social media announcement, the White House claimed the networks receive millions in taxpayer dollars to promote “radical, woke propaganda” under the label of news. PBS and NPR, which receive about \$500 million annually through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, have been anticipating potential funding cuts,…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has publicly rebuked MSNBC host Symone Sanders-Townsend for her comments regarding the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident sent to El Salvador. Sanders-Townsend expressed concern that “people of color” could be targeted next following Garcia’s deportation. During a recent press briefing, Leavitt labeled Sanders-Townsend’s remarks as “racist and insane,” accusing her of spreading misinformation and fear. Leavitt emphasized that President Trump’s immigration policies focus on removing illegal immigrants with criminal records, irrespective of race or ethnicity. She stated that the administration’s actions aim to protect all American citizens and…

In a notable shift amid escalating trade tensions, China has begun selectively easing its 125% retaliatory tariffs on certain U.S. imports, signaling a potential openness to renewed negotiations with Washington. According to sources familiar with the matter, Beijing has compiled a confidential list of American-made goods exempted from the steep tariffs. This list includes critical items such as pharmaceuticals, microchips, aircraft engines, and ethane—a key input for China’s petrochemical industry. While these exemptions have not been publicly announced, Chinese authorities have discreetly informed relevant companies and are soliciting feedback to identify additional essential imports that may qualify for relief. The…

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) has publicly denied reports suggesting he discouraged fellow Democrats from traveling to El Salvador to advocate for Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident deported under the Trump administration and currently detained in a Salvadoran prison. Recent reports, including one from *The Bulwark*, cited anonymous Democratic aides and a lawmaker claiming that Jeffries privately advised colleagues to “slow down” on trips to El Salvador, indicating a desire to reduce the political focus on the issue. These reports suggested internal tensions within the Democratic Party regarding the optics of supporting an individual accused of MS-13 gang…

In a significant move reflecting the Trump administration’s intensified focus on immigration enforcement, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that the Department of Justice has filed a civil lawsuit against the state of New York, Governor Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Letitia James, and Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Mark Schroeder. The lawsuit challenges New York’s “Green Light Law,” which permits undocumented immigrants to obtain driver’s licenses and restricts federal access to DMV records without a judicial warrant. At a press conference, Bondi criticized the law, stating, “New York has chosen to prioritize illegal aliens over American citizens. It stops today.”…

Washington, D.C. — House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has announced criminal referrals to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for Hunter Biden, James Biden, and former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. The referrals allege that these individuals provided false statements to Congress during investigations conducted by the committee. In June 2024, Chairman Comer, along with Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) and Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (R-Mo.), submitted criminal referrals for Hunter Biden and James Biden. The referrals assert that both individuals made false statements during depositions related to the impeachment inquiry of President Joe Biden.…

In the first major shakeup of President Donald Trump’s second term, National Security Adviser Mike Waltz has stepped down following a controversy involving the mishandling of sensitive military information. His deputy, Alex Wong, is also departing the administration. The incident, dubbed “Signalgate,” centers around a March 2025 event where Waltz inadvertently added journalist Jeffrey Goldberg of *The Atlantic* to a Signal messaging group discussing classified U.S. military plans for airstrikes in Yemen. The inclusion of a journalist in such a sensitive discussion raised significant national security concerns and led to internal scrutiny. Despite initial support from President Trump, who described…

In a recent appearance on Megyn Kelly’s podcast, conservative commentator Tucker Carlson launched a pointed critique of former First Lady Michelle Obama, questioning her marriage and public persona. Carlson described Michelle Obama as “miserable” and suggested she “really dislikes her husband,” former President Barack Obama. He accused both Obamas of prioritizing their public profiles over their marriage, asserting that Michelle’s life serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of prioritizing family. Carlson also labeled her as privileged and self-obsessed, criticizing her for what he perceives as a negative attitude towards her upbringing and the United States. These comments have…

In a significant development for U.S.-Ukraine relations, the two nations have signed a comprehensive mineral resources agreement aimed at bolstering Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction and strengthening strategic cooperation. The agreement, finalized on April 30 in Washington, D.C., establishes a jointly managed Reconstruction Investment Fund and grants the U.S. preferential access to Ukraine’s critical mineral resources. Under the terms of the agreement, Ukraine will contribute 50% of future revenues from government-owned natural resource assets—including minerals, hydrocarbons, and related infrastructure—to the Reconstruction Investment Fund. The fund, co-managed by both countries, is designed to attract global investment and support Ukraine’s economic recovery without imposing…

Things are getting tougher for the football fans in New York. Jordan Travis, the former Florida State University (FSU) quarterback and 2024 fifth-round NFL Draft pick by the New York Jets, announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 24. The decision follows a severe leg injury sustained during his final college game on November 18, 2023. In a heartfelt handwritten statement shared on social media, Travis expressed gratitude for his football journey and the support he received throughout his career. He stated, “On November 18, 2023, my life took an unexpected turn. I gave everything I had…

President Donald Trump has addressed the controversial deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national who was mistakenly deported from Maryland to El Salvador in March 2025. During an interview with ABC News, President Trump acknowledged that he could facilitate Abrego Garcia’s return to the United States with a simple phone call to El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele. However, he stated that he has chosen not to do so, citing objections from his legal advisors. This admission contradicts the administration’s legal stance that it lacks the authority to retrieve Abrego Garcia, as he is currently in El Salvador’s custody. Kilmar…

President Donald Trump publicly declared that several pardons issued by former President Joe Biden were “void” because they were allegedly signed using an autopen, a mechanical device that replicates a person’s signature. Trump claimed that Biden was unaware of these pardons, stating they were “void, vacant, and of no further force or effect.” The pardons in question included preemptive clemency for members of the House Select Committee investigating the January 6 Capitol attack, as well as individuals like Dr. Anthony Fauci and General Mark Milley. Legal experts swiftly refuted Trump’s assertions, emphasizing that the U.S. Constitution grants the president the…

In a contentious decision, California’s Assembly Public Safety Committee advanced Assembly Bill 379 (AB 379) after removing a key provision that would have made it an automatic felony to purchase sex from 16 and 17-year-olds. The bill, introduced by Democratic Assemblywoman Maggy Krell, aimed to align penalties for buyers of sex with minors under 18, but faced opposition from within her own party. Under current California law, purchasing sex from minors under 16 is a felony offense. AB 379 sought to extend this felony classification to include 16- and 17-year-olds. However, Democratic members of the committee insisted on removing the…

A Catholic priest from Chester County in Pennsylvania is facing felony theft charges after allegedly spending over $40,000 of parish funds on mobile games such as *Candy Crush*, *Mario Kart Tour*, and *Pokémon GO*. Rev. Lawrence Kozak, 51, who served as pastor at St. Thomas More Church in Pottstown, was arrested on April 25, 2024, following an investigation into unauthorized expenditures charged to the church’s credit card. According to court documents, between September 2019 and June 2022, Kozak made approximately 2,200 transactions categorized as “gaming,” totaling nearly $41,000. These purchases were linked to an Apple ID registered to Kozak and…

David Horowitz, a prominent conservative commentator, author, and activist, passed away on April 29, 2025, at the age of 86 after a prolonged battle with cancer. His death was announced by the David Horowitz Freedom Center, the conservative think tank he founded in 1998. Born on January 10, 1939, in Queens, New York, Horowitz began his political journey as a Marxist and was an active member of the New Left during the 1960s and early 1970s. However, he underwent a significant ideological transformation, becoming a vocal critic of leftist ideologies and emerging as a leading figure in the conservative movement.…

New York Attorney General Letitia James is under increasing scrutiny following allegations of mortgage fraud, which have sparked political controversy and calls for investigation. In April 2025, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) referred James to the U.S. Department of Justice, alleging she misrepresented her primary residence status to obtain favorable mortgage terms on properties in Virginia and Brooklyn. Specifically, the FHFA claims James falsely declared a Norfolk, Virginia property as her primary residence in August 2023, despite her role as New York’s Attorney General requiring her to reside in the state. Additionally, the agency alleges she misrepresented a Brooklyn…

President Donald Trump’s $20 billion lawsuit against Paramount Global, the parent company of CBS News, has escalated into a high-stakes legal and political battle, raising questions about press freedom, media consolidation, and the influence of government over journalism. The lawsuit, filed in October 2024 and later amended to double the damages sought, centers on a “60 Minutes” interview with then-Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump alleges that CBS deceptively edited Harris’s response to a question about the Israel-Hamas conflict, omitting a rambling portion to portray her more favorably ahead of the 2024 election. Trump claims this amounted to election interference and…

The U.S. Congress has overwhelmingly approved the bipartisan Take It Down Act, a landmark bill aimed at combating the spread of non-consensual intimate imagery (NCII), including AI-generated deepfakes and revenge porn. The legislation passed the House on April 28 with a 409–2 vote and is now poised to be signed into law by President Donald Trump.​ Spearheaded by Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), the bill criminalizes the publication or threat of publishing NCII without consent. It mandates that online platforms remove flagged content within 48 hours and take reasonable steps to eliminate duplicate material. The Federal Trade…

The Indiana Pacers’ thrilling 119-118 overtime victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 5 of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, clinching a 4-1 series win, was briefly overshadowed by a confrontation between John Haliburton, father of Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton, and Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. Moments after Tyrese Haliburton’s game-winning layup with 1.3 seconds left in overtime, John Haliburton approached Antetokounmpo on the court, waving a towel or flag with his son’s face and shouting, “This is what we do!” and a more explicit variant, per witnesses. Antetokounmpo, frustrated by the Bucks’ collapse from a seven-point lead, called the actions disrespectful.…

The Philadelphia Eagles, fresh off their Super Bowl LIX triumph, visited the White House on April 28, 2025, to celebrate their 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. President Donald Trump welcomed the team, marking their first White House visit as Super Bowl champions, a stark contrast to the canceled 2018 visit during Trump’s first term. The event, steeped in tradition but tinged with political undertones, highlighted the team’s achievement while navigating a complex backdrop of public sentiment. The Eagles’ visit, confirmed by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, followed weeks of speculation and conflicting reports. A February 9 U.S.…