A 25-year-old man named Jihad Dphrepaulezz was arrested after this week’s protest outside a Turning Point USA event at University of California, Berkeley, where authorities say he committed assault and robbery following a brawl. Police allege Dphrepaulezz grabbed a chain necklace from the neck of a rally attendee, triggering a violent confrontation. The incident took place during a larger clash between demonstrators and supporters of the conservative group, in which tear gas, fireworks and bottles were reportedly used. The victim, initially taken into custody by mistake, was later released once officers clarified that he had been attempting to retrieve his…
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A university pre-medical student is dead after being struck by a vehicle while jogging near an airfield in Lawrence, Kansas, in what authorities have confirmed as a hit-and-run tragedy. The 20-year-old victim, a sophomore at the University of Kansas with plans to pursue a medical career, was running near the Lawrence Regional Airport on Thursday evening when she was hit. Officials estimate the crash happened around 6 p.m., but her body was not located until more than nine hours later, when a passerby called authorities shortly after 3:30 a.m. Investigators identified and arrested a 36-year-old man believed to have been…
A 32-year-old Florida man was arrested following a series of alarming online posts in which he threatened to carry out violent actions against a local church. The suspect had been terminated from his job shortly before making the posts and suspected to have targeted Christ Fellowship Church. Investigators from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office say the man uploaded videos online stating, “It’s all kill shot,” and mimicking firearm use while walking into church grounds. He further declared, “It’s gonna look like a genocide,” and accused the congregation of being on his list. He allegedly lives just 1.5 miles from…
President Donald Trump’s housing director has endorsed a proposal for 50-year fixed-rate mortgages as a tool to help address housing-cost pressure in the U.S. The official stated the extended term product would lower monthly payments and expand home-ownership access for middle-income Americans. Speaking at a real-estate conference, the housing director noted that typical monthly mortgage costs in underserved markets now exceed what many families can afford, and a half-century loan could bridge the affordability gap. He cited preliminary modeling that suggests payments could be reduced by 20-30% compared with standard 30-year loans, assuming the same interest rate. The proposal is…
In a bipartisan vote, the U.S. Senate approved a provisional funding bill that formally ends the 41-day government shutdown and sends the measure to the House of Representatives for final passage. The agreement allocates federal government funding through January 30, 2026, and includes retroactive pay for thousands of federal employees who were furloughed or working without compensation. Additional provisions address key agency operations, though major controversies such as healthcare subsidies and border policy remain unresolved and slated for later debate. Senate Majority Leader John Thune praised the deal as “the only realistic path forward,” while Minority Leader Chuck Schumer acknowledged…
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent engaged in a tense exchange during a televised interview this weekend, when he challenged a prominent network anchor’s grasp of economic figures. The confrontation came as Bessent defended fiscal policies amid budget negotiations. According to the unfettered transcript, the anchor presented data on government spending, prompting Bessent to interject: “Do you know what that is? That is simple math.” The remarks followed as officials sought to explain rate projections and deficit forecasts to the public. Bessent later described the moment as a “teachable opportunity,” emphasizing that clarity in economic discussion is vital during a high-stakes funding…
President Donald Trump sharply criticized Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer on Monday, claiming that Schumer miscalculated during the 43-day government shutdown. In an interview, Trump stated that Schumer “thought he could break the Republicans” but was instead “broken” by them. The statement comes amid mounting internal dissent within the Democratic Party, where some senators withheld support for Schumer’s tactics and are calling for new leadership. Trump also pulled no punches, noting Schumer had changed significantly over time, particularly on foreign-policy stances. With the shutdown nearing its end following the Senate’s passage of a stopgap spending bill, Trump cast Schumer’s hard-line…
A wave of online scrutiny followed a high-profile Los Angeles charity gala after Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner quietly removed social media photos featuring Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The images, originally posted after a glitzy fundraising night attended by celebrities, showed the Kardashians posing alongside the Duke and Duchess of Sussex during the event’s festivities. Within hours of going live, the posts were taken down without explanation. The gala, held to support children’s health initiatives, drew attention not only for its guest list but for the digital reaction that followed. Users on social media were divided, with some praising…
Rep. Jodey Arrington, Republican Chairman of the House Budget Committee, announced that he will not seek re-election in 2026, marking the end of his decade-long tenure in Congress. The Texas congressman stated that he views public office as a temporary stewardship rather than a lifelong career. Arrington cited what he described as a generational responsibility for new leadership to take the reins. He reflected on his role in advancing the president’s economic agenda and said he regrets none of his major policy efforts, but believes this is the right moment to step aside. His departure opens a major seat in…
President Donald Trump dismissed rising cost-of-living worries as a manufactured issue by the Democratic Party, labeling those concerns “a big con job.” He asserted that key economic indicators—such as low unemployment, strong stock performance, and wage growth—tell a different story than the public discourse. In a statement from the White House, Trump argued that inflated fear of inflation and scarcity was politically motivated. “They want you to panic,” he said of Democrats, adding that “the economy is robust because of the policies we put in place.” Despite his remarks, consumer surveys show households are increasingly citing affordability—particularly around groceries, housing…
President Donald Trump responded sharply to former First Lady Michelle Obama’s comments calling the demolition of the White House’s East Wing and its replacement a “disaster.” Trump defended the $250-300 million project, stating it’s privately funded and will become “one of the greatest ballrooms in the world.” In an interview, Trump described the old East Wing as inadequate for state functions—recalling a previous event where guests sat in tents with six inches of rainwater on the lawn. He said the structure had been renovated over 20 times, including a poorly executed added floor, and argued the building “looked like hell.”…
An alleged drunk driver who reportedly killed NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew while they biked on a New Jersey roadway has suffered a major setback in his case. Defendant Sean Higgins, 44, had sought to suppress key statements he made to police—including an admission that he had consumed “five or six drinks” and the remark “I hit them, I hit them”—arguing his rights were violated. A judge rejected that motion, finding he was not under arrest during initial questioning and that his rights were properly read at the station. Higgins faces multiple charges including vehicular homicide, aggravated…
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer expressed frustration this week as government-shutdown negotiations concluded without any major victories for Democrats. Despite pressing to safeguard health-care subsidies, climate programs and veteran services, the party reportedly returned from the talks with none of these objectives formally locked into the emerging funding deal. Schumer attributed the lack of progress to Republican insistence on rolling approvals and deferred policy fights, calling the approach a “stall-and-run” tactic. He emphasized that Democrats contributed more than policy proposals—they compromised—yet walked away “empty-handed,” he said. With federal agencies still shuttered and thousands of workers furloughed, the dynamics of the…
Two men—a 63-year-old father and his 25-year-old son—were shot dead following a robbery at their family’s jewelry shop in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood. The incident began around 5:49 p.m. Saturday, when a male suspect entered the store, stole items and then engaged in a physical encounter outside. During the altercation, the gunman fired at least two rounds, striking both victims. Chicago police investigators stated no arrests have been made yet and identified the victims as Faustino Alamo and Luis Alamo. The shooter fled in a white SUV that was seen leaving the scene, according to surveillance video and witnesses. The…
Chicago’s Near West Side erupted in urgency Saturday night when a 27-year-old woman was stabbed on the platform of the UIC-Halsted station of the CTA Blue Line in a seemingly random attack. Authorities say the victim was awaiting her train when a man approached and plunged a knife into her chest without provocation. Surveillance footage shows the suspect—a Black male estimated to be around 6 feet tall and between 160-180 lbs—wearing an orange hoodie, brown jacket, white pants, white sneakers, a pink beanie, and carrying a gray backpack. He fled northbound on South Morgan Street after the assault. The victim…