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US NewsImmigrationMay 23, 2026

IRS Considering Adding Citizenship Question to Federal Tax Forms

By Tommy Flynn

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service is actively considering the addition of a citizenship or legal residency question to individual tax returns, according to officials familiar with the discussions. The potential change would require filers to affirm whether they are U.S....

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US NewsPoliticsMay 23, 2026

New York lawmakers approve 'sanctuary' state proposal

By Chris Wade | The Center Square contributor

(The Center Square) — New York Democrats are moving forward with plans to restrict cooperation with the Trump administration's immigration crackdown despite the threat of federal intervention and legal challenges. A provision tacked onto the state budget package, approved...

Judge Dismisses Michael Wolff’s Preemptive Lawsuit Against Melania Trump
US NewsIn the CourtsMay 23, 2026

Judge Dismisses Michael Wolff’s Preemptive Lawsuit Against Melania Trump

By Tommy Flynn

NEW YORK — A federal judge has dismissed author Michael Wolff’s lawsuit against former First Lady Melania Trump, ruling that his preemptive attempt to block a potential defamation suit by her was not properly before the court. U.S. District Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil dismissed the...

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US NewsPoliticsMay 23, 2026

Democrat Elites Significantly More Willing to Cheat in Elections, New Survey Shows

By RWTNews Staff

WASHINGTON — A new has found that Democrat elites — defined as highly educated, high-income individuals living in urban or coastal areas — are far more willing than average voters to engage in or accept cheating to help their candidates win elections. The poll reveals a stark...

Ivanka Trump
US NewsPoliticsMay 23, 2026

IRGC-Linked Terrorist Plotted to Assassinate Ivanka Trump in Revenge for Soleimani Killing

By Tommy Flynn

WASHINGTON — U.S. authorities disrupted an assassination plot targeting Ivanka Trump orchestrated by a senior IRGC-linked Iraqi terrorist seeking revenge for the 2020 U.S. drone strike that killed his mentor, Qasem Soleimani. Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, 32, an Iraqi...

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US NewsPoliticsMay 22, 2026

Growing Number of Republicans in Congress Urge Trump to Resume Strikes on Iran

By Tommy Flynn

WASHINGTON — A rising number of Republican lawmakers in both chambers are pressing President Donald Trump to restart targeted military operations against Iran, arguing that the current fragile ceasefire has failed to produce meaningful concessions from Tehran. Sen. Roger Wicker...

Voters cast ballots behind privacy flaps on Election Day.
US NewsPoliticsMay 22, 2026

FBI to Interview 30 Milwaukee Police Officers Over 2020 Election Procedures

By Tommy Flynn

WASHINGTON — The FBI is preparing to interview approximately 30 current and former Milwaukee Police Department officers as part of a federal investigation into election procedures and potential irregularities during the 2020 presidential election in Wisconsin. The interviews...

Screenshot from C-span coverage of Kevin Warsh’s Senate confirmation hearing (April 21, 2026)
US NewsEconomyMay 22, 2026

Kevin Warsh Sworn In as Federal Reserve Chairman

By Tommy Flynn

WASHINGTON — Kevin Warsh was sworn in Friday as the 17th Chairman of the Federal Reserve in a ceremony held at the White House East Room, administered by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. President Donald Trump hosted the event and praised Warsh as “exceptionally qualified”...

DNI Tulsi Gabbard at the White House Podium
US NewsPoliticsMay 22, 2026

Tulsi Gabbard Resigns as Director of National Intelligence to Support Husband’s Cancer Battle

By Tommy Flynn

WASHINGTON — Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced her resignation on Friday, citing the need to support her husband, Abraham Williams, as he battles bone cancer. Gabbard, who has served as DNI since February 2025, submitted her resignation effective June 30,...

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US NewsPoliticsMay 22, 2026

Senate Breaks for Memorial Day Recess, Delaying Reconciliation Bill Over Secret Service Funding Dispute

By Tommy Flynn

WASHINGTON — The Senate adjourned Thursday for its scheduled Memorial Day recess without advancing the major reconciliation package, as disagreements over Secret Service funding for President Trump continue to hold up the bill. The $72 billion immigration enforcement and border...

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US NewsPoliticsMay 22, 2026

Newt Gingrich Shares Strategy for Republicans to Hold Congress in 2026 Midterms

By Tommy Flynn

WASHINGTON — Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich appeared on the John Sullivan Podcast and outlined a detailed approach for Republicans to maintain and potentially expand their majorities in the House and Senate during the 2026 midterms. Gingrich stressed that while President...

DOJ Announces Charges Against 15 in Major Minnesota Medicaid Fraud Schemes Totaling Over $90 Million
US NewsMay 21, 2026

DOJ Announces Charges Against 15 in Major Minnesota Medicaid Fraud Schemes Totaling Over $90 Million

By Tommy Flynn

MINNEAPOLIS — The U.S. Department of Justice held a press conference Thursday announcing criminal charges against 15 defendants in a series of sophisticated Medicaid fraud schemes that allegedly stole more than $90 million from Minnesota taxpayers. Assistant Attorney General...