In a striking display of organizational muscle, mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has aligned himself with a broad coalition of over 110 political nonprofits, community organizations, and activist networks united behind his campaign. At a recent event outside the Islamic Cultural Center of the Bronx, Mamdani was flanked by senior figures from this coalition, including noted educator and advocate Debbie Almontaser, who has joined his campaign in a leadership role. Almontaser, once forced to resign from her post over a controversial T-shirt slogan, now serves as a board member and advisor within Mamdani’s vast support network. Analysts describe the alliance as…
Author: Steadfast Admin
In a significant interception, agents from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) assigned to the port of entry at the Camino Real International Bridge in Eagle Pass, Texas, uncovered approximately 88.8 pounds of liquid methamphetamine concealed inside plastic bottles during a vehicle inspection — a shipment estimated to be worth about $816,556 at street value. The discovery took place on October 29 when officers referred a 2008 Chevrolet Suburban for secondary inspection. Upon closer examination, five plastic bottles filled with the liquid narcotic were found hidden within the vehicle’s cargo area. Homeland Security Investigations opened a federal investigation following…
Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told members of Congress that she does not recall any instance of President Joe Biden freezing, appearing lost, or looking confused in public, even as lawmakers cited multiple widely circulated videos showing such moments. Her statements came during a closed-door transcribed interview before the House Oversight Committee, which is investigating the president’s fitness for office and the handling of his public image during his administration. Jean-Pierre, who served as press secretary before stepping down earlier this year, was questioned about whether she had ever seen footage that appeared to show Biden struggling to…
Former Mossad Director Yossi Cohen declared that a joint U.S.–Israeli military operation successfully destroyed key Iranian nuclear facilities and halted uranium-enrichment efforts. He publicly credited Donald Trump’s administration for its role in planning and executing the effort. Speaking at a security conference in New York, Cohen affirmed that Iran no longer enriches uranium, which he called a “major achievement.” He asserted that Tehran now understands both the scale of the alliance against it and the potential for further action if it resumes its nuclear ambitions. Cohen emphasized coordination between the U.S. and Israel, pointing to coordinated strikes against Iran’s air-defense…
President Donald Trump announced that he is designating Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” in response to what his administration describes as large-scale violence and persecution directed at Christians in the West African nation. He said Christians in Nigeria face an “existential threat,” pointing to thousands of killings he attributes to extremist Islamist groups. This formal label under U.S. policy signals a readiness to apply diplomatic or economic consequences in the future, including cutting non-humanitarian aid or enacting sanctions if the Nigerian government does not act to protect religious minorities. It comes after long-standing concerns and advocacy in Congress…
A Virginia jury has acquitted former Coast Guard officer Peter Stinson of charges linked to violent threats against President Donald Trump, ruling that his online posts—while disturbing—were protected under the First Amendment. Prosecutors alleged Stinson’s social media messages, which included explicit language about harming the president, amounted to a solicitation of violence. However, jurors determined that the posts did not meet the legal threshold for a direct or imminent threat. The decision has reignited national discussion about the limits of free speech in the digital age. Legal experts note that the ruling reinforces a longstanding precedent: inflammatory or hateful remarks…
The federal benefit program that supports more than 42 million Americans is facing a halt at the start of November as the federal government shutdown drags on without a funding resolution. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — commonly known as food stamps — is set to cease new monthly payments unless Congress or the administration intervenes. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), which oversees SNAP, has issued a memo warning that without fresh appropriations the program cannot issue full benefits for November due to depleted contingency funds. This scenario marks a drastic shift from previous shutdowns when SNAP…
In a historic and highly symbolic decision, King Charles III has officially removed his brother Prince Andrew’s royal title and honors, marking the most severe disciplinary action taken against a senior member of the royal family in modern times. The monarch also ordered Andrew to vacate his long-held residence, the Royal Lodge in Windsor, signaling a complete withdrawal of royal privilege. According to senior palace aides, the move comes after months of private discussions within the royal household about how to handle the lingering fallout from Andrew’s association with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. While the Duke of York had…
On October 30, hundreds of children dressed as Halloween characters were welcomed to the White House South Portico by President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump. Law enforcement, military, foster, and adoptive families, as well as the children of administrative staff, were represented at the event. The presidential pair welcomed guests with full-size chocolate bars and a festive setting that included music and Halloween decorations. Highlights included Trump giving a high five to a young visitor dressed as the president and, in a move reminiscent of previous years, the president placing a candy bar atop the head of a…
The administration of President Donald Trump has rejected recent media reports suggesting the U.S. is preparing strikes against military targets inside Venezuela. A statement issued by a White House spokeswoman called the reports inaccurate and emphasized that any official announcement of Venezuelan policy would come directly from the President himself. While the issue stems from heightened tensions in the region—partly tied to the U.S. targeting of narcotics trafficking and increased military activity—officials maintain no decision has been made regarding direct strikes on Venezuelan territory. Despite the denial, U.S. forces have undertaken maritime operations in the Caribbean and the southern Atlantic…
House Speaker Mike Johnson is intensifying political pressure amid the ongoing federal shutdown by keeping the House in recess and challenging Senate Democrats to act. While the government slides into its second month of closure, several critical programs face imminent expiration. Key assistance programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which supports around 42 million Americans, are expected to run out of funds by early November unless Congress intervenes. At the same time, enhanced tax credits under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) are set to expire at the end of 2025, raising concerns about sharp rises in health-insurance…
The administration of President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing for possible military strikes against Venezuelan military bases, targeting locations believed to support the drug-trafficking operations linked to President Nicolás Maduro’s regime. According to officials, the plans would focus on infrastructure used by the “Cartel de los Soles” and allied criminal networks alleged to funnel hundreds of tons of cocaine annually from Venezuela to the U.S. and Europe. Although a final decision has not yet been made, U.S. forces have already carried out a series of maritime strikes in the region. These operations have eliminated more than 60 individuals identified as…
A shocking discovery was made when more than 300 piles of cremated human remains were uncovered on remote desert land near Searchlight, Nevada—roughly an hour south of Las Vegas. Federal agents with the Bureau of Land Management confirmed the remains are “cremains,” or pulverized human bones following cremation. Investigators say many of the piles featured remnants of urns and funeral provider-style cable ties, raising questions about possible commercial dumping. Personnel from Palm Mortuaries and Cemeteries removed approximately 315 of the piles and are preparing to store them together in a cemetery crypt to offer any grieving families a chance to…
JD Vance embraced internet culture this Halloween by dressing up as his own viral meme. He appeared in a curly brown wig, a red tie, and blue blazer—echoing exaggerated, online mock versions of himself. In a video posted online, he said “Happy Halloween… and remember to say thank you!” before spinning around as the classic “Twilight Zone” theme played in the background. On social media, he shared a selfie in costume wide-eyed and smiling, clearly leaning into the joke. The costume references a heavily circulated meme stemming from an Oval Office exchange earlier this year where Vance, alongside Donald Trump,…
In a bold commentary, veteran royal columnist Maureen Callahan argues that the removal of Prince Andrew, Duke of York’s titles signals a warning to Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. She suggests Prince Andrew’s exit was orchestrated to pave the way for a similar move against the California-based couple once Prince William, Prince of Wales ascends to the throne. Callahan labels the move a “clear shot fired across the bow” and notes that while Harry is the primary target, Meghan is being cast as collateral. She states that as the new monarch prepares to take full…