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Trump Signs Executive Order to Terminate Biden’s DEI Agenda
‘We will forge a society that is colorblind and merit-based,’ President Donald Trump stated.
Trump Pardons 1,500 Jan. 6 Defendants, Commutes 14 Sentences
He followed through on pledges to take a case-by-case look at Jan. 6 protesters, who had gathered in Washington to protest the 2020 election certification.
Former Planned Parenthood President Dies After Battling Brain Cancer
Cecile Richards led Planned Parenthood from 2006 to 2018, making her the organization’s longest-serving president.
Trump Declares National Emergency at Border, Issues Executive Orders
The executive orders reverse Biden administration policies that critics said attracted some 11 million illegal immigrants into the United States.
As Trump Takes the Wheel, Big Corporations Extricate From DEI, Climate Programs
‘A lot of companies got way out over their skis on this, but the law hasn’t changed,’ Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti said.
5 Takeaways From Noem’s Confirmation Hearing for Homeland Security Secretary
The South Dakota governor vowed to immediately deport criminal illegal immigrants.
Republicans Renew Efforts to Protect Babies Born After Failed Abortions
‘No child should be denied medical care simply because they are ‘unwanted,’' Sen. John Lankford (R-Okla.) said.
Supreme Court to Hear Arguments Over Texas Age Verification Requirement for Porn Sites
An industry group has argued the law should face tougher scrutiny under the First Amendment.
Coalition of Women’s Sports Groups Urge Trump to Help Reform NCAA Rules
A coalition of women’s sports advocacy groups are asking for help in reforming NCAA rules beyond the scope of a favorable court decision.
Texas Lawmakers Double Down on Bills to Secure Its Border With Mexico
More than two dozen bills on immigration and border enforcement have been pre-filed for the 89th Texas Legislature that convenes this month.
Supreme Court to Consider Pro-Life Challenge to Abortion Counseling Ban
A local law in Illinois forbids approaching women outside clinics to advise of abortion alternatives.
Fentanyl Deaths Dropped Sharply in 2024—What’s Behind It?
The U.S. drug czar says China is more cooperative recently in curbing the flow of precursor drugs while treatment programs and naloxone availability increases.
ICE Deports the Most Illegal Immigrants Since 2015
ICE’s annual report released Dec. 19 showed more than 271,000 deportations in fiscal year 2024.
Democrats Call on Biden to Ratify Equal Rights Amendment Despite Legal Challenges
The amendment, which provides protections on the basis of gender preference, exists in a legal gray area and would be extensively litigated.
How Trump Might Tackle Gender Ideology, Critical Race Theory in Schools
Expectations vary on what the new administration can and can’t deliver in the realm of curricula and parental rights as legal battles continue.
Victims of Communism Advocate Lee Edwards Dies
His career of tireless advocacy and education spanned decades.
Video Games Have Become Rife With DEI and Some Fans Aren’t Buying It
The video game industry has changed in recent years, with transgenderism and diversity messaging becoming more commonplace.
Supreme Court Declines Parents’ Challenge to Wisconsin Transgender School Policy
Two lower courts had dismissed the case, finding that a parents’ group lacked standing.
