Immigration and Customs Enforcement has taken into custody a woman tied to Karoline Leavitt — the current White House press secretary — as part of a nationwide enforcement operation. The detained individual, Bruna Caroline Ferreira, is the mother of Leavitt’s 11-year-old nephew and was arrested earlier this month during a traffic stop in Revere, Massachusetts. According to government officials, Ferreira overstayed a B-2 tourist visa that reportedly expired in 1999 and has a prior battery arrest. She is now held at a detention facility in Louisiana and is facing removal proceedings. Authorities have classified her as a “criminal illegal alien.”…
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President Donald Trump lashed out Wednesday at a journalist with a major newspaper after she co-authored a report suggesting he was showing signs of fatigue in office. In a blistering social media post, he called the reporter “ugly, both inside and out,” and accused the publication of pushing a “hit piece” designed to smear him. The article in question noted a sharp drop in his domestic appearances and an overall thinner public schedule this year — data that prompted questions about his stamina in office. Trump rejected the claims, insisting he’s working harder than ever and that the reporting was…
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were left in critical condition after a gunman opened fire near the White House on Wednesday, prompting an urgent response from federal and local authorities. The soldiers were patrolling in the downtown area when a lone attacker approached and shot them at close range. Officers returned fire, wounding the suspect, who was taken into custody shortly afterward. Investigators immediately sealed off several surrounding streets as they worked to determine the motive behind the attack. President Trump publicly addressed the incident soon after receiving the briefing, denouncing the shooter in forceful language and…
A new column by longtime media commentator Liz Jones is calling on Kate Middleton to stop offering explanations for her appearance and choices — and instead embrace her position without apology. Jones contends that Kate, as one of the most visible women on the planet, no longer owes the public a justification for how she presents herself — whether it be hair changes, style decisions, or any other personal matter. According to the columnist, defending or explaining such choices only fuels scrutiny rather than quell it. The piece also asserts that as a “female figurehead,” Kate’s duty is to project…
Two soldiers from the West Virginia National Guard were shot Wednesday afternoon just blocks from the White House in a violent attack that sparked a city-wide lockdown in Washington, D.C. The troops — part of a high-visibility patrol — were ambushed near the intersection close to the metro station around 2:15 p.m. A suspected gunman reportedly approached, opened fire, then was subdued by other troops and law enforcement after a brief exchange of shots. The accused assailant is in police custody and reportedly sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Both National Guard members were rushed to nearby hospitals in critical condition. Initial reports…
A large-scale law enforcement sweep at a Tempe bar ended with 249 arrests, marking one of the most significant underage-drinking crackdowns in the state this year. The operation took place at Tempe Tavern, a venue already under scrutiny following a similar enforcement action earlier in the year that resulted in more than 160 arrests. Authorities said the latest sweep uncovered widespread use of fake IDs and instances of individuals providing false information to officers. Out of the 249 people detained, 246 were cited and released at the scene, while several others were booked into jail pending further review. Investigators confirmed…
In campuses and school districts across the United States this year, holiday traditions are shifting as many educators urge communities to reconsider Thanksgiving. Rather than a simple celebration, they describe it as a complex legacy — one with deep historical wounds for Indigenous peoples. Institutions such as California Institute of Technology (Cal Tech), Washington University in St. Louis, University at Buffalo, University of Maine and others have organized “Decolonizing Thanksgiving” events. These gatherings often invite students and staff to learn about how colonialism impacted Native communities — exploring themes such as land theft, cultural erasure, and the ongoing effects of…
Muriel Bowser — after a decade at the helm of the U.S. capital — announced that she will not seek a fourth term as Mayor of Washington, D.C., closing out a three-term tenure that began in 2015. In a video statement posted to social media, Bowser described her time in office as “the honor of my life.” She recalled the city’s progress under her leadership: a surge in school enrollment and graduation rates, the creation of tens of thousands of new homes, a drop in unemployment, stronger financial reserves, and completion of major infrastructure projects including the new Frederick Douglass…
A leaked transcript has raised new questions about high-level backchannel conversations after it revealed that U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff reportedly guided senior Kremlin adviser Yuri Ushakov on how to present a proposed Ukraine peace plan to President Trump. According to the document, the two men spoke for several minutes on October 14, discussing how Russia’s proposal could be positioned in a way they believed would appeal to Trump. Witkoff allegedly suggested highlighting Trump’s recent diplomatic achievements and encouraging President Vladimir Putin to open the conversation by praising Trump’s role in securing a cease-fire in Gaza. The transcript also shows Witkoff…
The first draft of the proposed 28-point peace plan aiming to end the war between Ukraine and Russia was reportedly conceived during informal dinners in Miami. Senior U.S. officials, Ukrainian envoys and Russian intermediaries convened at private venues in the city’s upscale neighborhoods, hashing out initial terms over meals. Sources familiar with the process say the Miami meetings covered strategic guarantees for Ukraine’s security, troop withdrawal timelines, and oversight of occupied territories. The gathering was not officially logged as a diplomatic session, allowing participants greater flexibility to explore sensitive ideas before formal negotiations began. The resulting draft raised eyebrows internationally…
President Donald Trump fulfilled his annual Thanksgiving tradition by pardoning two eight-year-old turkeys, elevating them to honorary feathered guests. The birds, designated as the official “Happy” and “Holiday” of the season, will retire at North Carolina State University’s poultry program. During the ceremony, Trump jokingly revealed he had considered naming the turkeys after Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, before deciding that they would receive clemency instead. He also used an autopen to apply his signature to the formal pardon orders—sparking commentary about the ceremony’s blend of levity and political messaging. He further criticized Illinois…
Former First Lady Jill Biden was seen in Nantucket over the weekend along with her two daughters, Ashley and Naomi. The trio appeared in casual athletic attire as they were reportedly heading to a pre-holiday workout session. Witnesses observed the group arriving at a local harbor early Sunday, then boarding a ferry toward one of the island’s wellness retreats. Mrs. Biden, wearing a navy pullover and leggings, offered a brief wave to onlookers before boarding. This trip marks the First Family’s first visible holiday-season outing. While the nature of Mrs. Biden’s visit was described as private, staff confirmed she is…
A Trump-aligned legal organization has petitioned top federal health agencies to roll back a regulatory policy introduced under the Biden administration, arguing the rule shifts kidney transplant priority from medical need to demographic factors. The group claims the regulation hinges on a “diversity, equity and inclusion” framework rather than strictly medical criteria. The petition outlines how the rule impacts hospitals participating in the IOTA transplant model, stating that dozens remain obligated to maintain DEI mandates while carrying out organ allocation. The legal group intends a full repeal, asserting the policy conflicts with federal law by introducing race- and identity-based preferences…
President Donald Trump has less than eight months to reverse slipping poll numbers and secure the Republican-led House majority ahead of the 2026 midterms. Political analysts point out that the party’s key priorities — including ending automatic birthright citizenship, instituting nationwide voter ID laws and reforming immigration rules — could fade without a strong showing in the upcoming elections. Recent data show rising concern among voters about inflation, housing costs and the national debt, which threaten to undermine Trump’s message and electoral strength. Also at risk are GOP voting blocs such as Hispanics and younger voters, who appear uneasy with…
New York City Council members have introduced legislation that would raise elected officials’ salaries by roughly 16%, coinciding with the incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, taking office on January 1. Under the proposal, council member pay would rise from $148,500 to $172,500 annually. The mayor’s salary would increase from $258,750 to $300,500. The three-page bill—co-sponsored by 32 council members including some aligned with Mamdani—also extends equivalent salary boosts to the public advocate, borough presidents and the city comptroller. The move comes after a nearly decade-long freeze in raises for city officials. Proponents of the measure cited rising costs of living and…