Russia Launches Full-Scale Offensive in Eastern Ukraine
Amid the Siege of Mariupol and the sinking of the Moskva, battered and bruised Russian forces finished repositioning themselves for an offensive along a 300-mile front for control of Ukraine’s vast natural resources. Late last night, they struck with a thunderous artillery barrage to announce their new campaign. Already, some Ukrainians are calling the fight […]
Fox News Hosts Scrutinize Gov. Abbott’s Plan
Despite being one of the most MAGA-friendly shows on Fox News, “Fox & Friends Weekend” closely scrutinized Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s plan to deliver illegal immigrants to Washington, D.C. While none of the hosts questioned Abbott’s motives, one raised doubts about his plan’s viability. The skepticism from that host, in particular, contrasts with the enthusiastic […]
Why Russian Tanks Are Getting Their Turrets Blown Clean Off in Ukraine
ANALYSIS – Video and photos from the battlefields in Ukraine have been showing an unusual number of Russian heavy tanks with their turrets blown clean off, sometimes being hurled away from the rest of the destroyed tank in a massive explosion. What is causing this devastation to Russia’s vaunted armored forces? Western anti-tank weapons such as […]
Federal Judge Strikes Down CDC Mask Mandate
A Florida judge has struck down the ongoing federal mask mandate for public transportation, including air travel. U.S. District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle ruled Monday in Tampa that officials at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) exceeded their statutory authority, improperly failed to justify their decision and “did not follow proper rulemaking.” The […]
Israel Tests New Laser Missile Defense System
Tel Aviv, Israel — Israel’s new laser missile-defense system has successfully intercepted mortars, rockets and anti-tank missiles in recent tests, Israeli leaders said Thursday. The Israeli-made laser system, known as the “Iron Beam,” is designed to complement a series of aerial defense systems, including the more costly rocket-intercepting Iron Dome. “This may sound like science-fiction, […]
Another Brutal Poll for Democrats
One of the latest ominous signs for Democrats leading up to the midterms came from a CBS/YouGov poll showing President Biden’s approval rating at an all-time low. Even worse than his 42% approval rating is how voters rate the president’s handling of crucial kitchen table issues. As the NRSC opines: Americans don’t trust Joe Biden […]
Philadelphia Sued After Reinstating Indoor Mask Mandate
A group of exasperated business owners and residents are suing the City of Philadelphia for reinstating its indoor mask mandate. The petitioners filed their lawsuit in the state’s Republican-leaning Commonwealth Court. They’re hopeful about the prospects of overturning the citywide mandate that began today. Fox Business reports: Philadelphia this week became the first major U.S. city […]
Easter Weekend Mass Shooting Suspect Released on $25,000 Bond
A suspect in a South Carolina mall shooting over the weekend that injured 14 people finds himself back home this morning. Following the Saturday shootout in Columbia, a judge set the gunman’s bond at $25,000, and he was released. Jewayne Price, 22, will be allowed to travel to and from work while wearing an ankle monitor if […]
The Mountain of Debt Looming Behind State Budget ‘Surplus’ Headlines
For many state governments, these are the salad days. And as is always the case when states are swimming in cash, the politicians, interest groups and assorted others come up with new ways to either spend it on more government or cut taxes (and both if the surpluses are big enough). Where has all of […]