Donald Trump almost lost his life twice. Someone needs to answer for it.

And now the Secret Service was just rattled by a shocking announcement from President Trump.

President Donald Trump has officially nominated Sean Curran, the head of his personal Security Service detail, to lead the United States Secret Service moving forward.

The nomination was announced in a post on Wednesday evening, marking a significant milestone for Curran, who gained national attention for his heroic actions during the assassination attempt on Trump last July in Butler, Pennsylvania.

“It is my great honor to appoint Sean Curran as the next Director of the United States Secret Service,” Trump said in a statement.

“Sean is a Great Patriot, who has protected my family over the past few years, and that is why I trust him to lead the Brave Men and Women of the United States Secret Service.”

The president lauded Curran’s leadership skills and bravery, highlighting his track record of managing complex security operations.

“Sean has distinguished himself as a brilliant leader, who is capable of directing and leading operational security plans for some of the most complex Special Security Events in the History of our Country, and the World,” Trump continued.

Trump also praised Curran for his heroism during the Butler incident, saying, “He proved his fearless courage when he risked his own life to help save mine from an assassin’s bullet.

I have complete and total confidence in Sean to make the United States Secret Service stronger than ever before.”

Curran brings over 20 years of law enforcement experience to the role.

He began his career as a Special Agent in the Newark Secret Service Field Office in 2001, where he was involved in a variety of high-stakes operations.

During Trump’s first term, Curran served as the Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the Presidential Protective Division.

In this capacity, he had “direct oversight and responsibility of multiple protectees, and enhanced security plans for my residences,” Trump said.

The nomination didn’t come as a complete surprise.

Donald Trump Jr. hinted at the decision in a social media post last week, where he called Curran a “great patriot” who would “stop all the insanity once and for all.”

“There’s not a better person to be in this position!” Trump Jr. added, underscoring the widespread support for Curran within Trump’s inner circle.

As the nomination moves forward, Curran is poised to take on one of the most critical security roles in the nation, tasked with safeguarding the lives of U.S. leaders and upholding the agency’s storied legacy.

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Republicans are wasting no time accomplishing Trump’s agenda. And the Left can’t take it anymore.

Now the Senate floor erupted in chaos after Republicans went on the offensive.

Leading Senate Republicans are turning up the heat on Democrats for delaying the confirmation process for President Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees during his second term.

The fiery clash underscores the deep partisan divide over Trump’s leadership team.

The latest flashpoint came on Tuesday when Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) objected to a time agreement that would have expedited a final vote on John Ratcliffe’s nomination for CIA director.

This move prompted a sharp response from Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD), who took to the Senate floor to express his frustration.

“We’ve now wasted a whole day where we could have been acting on that nomination,” Thune said, emphasizing the urgency of the matter. He pressed his Democratic colleagues, asking, “Do we want a vote on these folks on Tuesday or vote on them on Friday, Saturday and Sunday? Because that’s what we’re going to do. This can be easy or this can be hard.”

Thune highlighted Ratcliffe’s strong bipartisan support, noting that the former House Republican from Texas had sailed through the Senate Intelligence Committee with a 14-3 vote. “This is about America’s national security interests. And we’re stalling,” he said.

Determined to press forward, Thune outlined the path ahead. “We’re going to file cloture on them. You can force us to stay here… Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. But we’re going to vote on them,” he declared.

As I’ve repeatedly said, Senate Republicans are ready to work as long as needed to confirm President Trump’s nominees. Nights. Weekends. Recesses. pic.twitter.com/yLl2hIo0pc

— Leader John Thune (@LeaderJohnThune) January 22, 2025

The delays aren’t limited to Ratcliffe. Thune also initiated procedural steps to advance confirmation votes for South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, nominated for Homeland Security secretary, and Pete Hegseth, nominated for Defense secretary. Both nominees have already cleared committee votes.

Thune’s resolve was further underscored in a post to X, where he suggested that recess appointments could be on the table—a tactic Trump has openly supported to bypass Senate delays.

Democrats defended their actions, with Murphy insisting on a “full” debate over Ratcliffe’s nomination, citing “serious concerns” about whether the nominee could “distance himself from the political interests of President Trump.”

However, Senate Intelligence Chairman Tom Cotton (R-AR) dismissed these claims, accusing Democrats of playing procedural games to block Trump’s nominees.

“What this is really about is trying to drag out all of these nominations… to try to deny President Trump his Cabinet in a prompt and timely fashion,” Cotton said.

My message to obstructionist Democrats:

Don’t make plans this weekend. We’re going to get President Trump’s nominees confirmed the easy collegial way, or apparently the hard way. pic.twitter.com/DJrA09bTqk

— Tom Cotton (@SenTomCotton) January 21, 2025

The Senate has so far confirmed only one of Trump’s Cabinet nominees: former Senator Marco Rubio, who was unanimously approved as U.S. Secretary of State and sworn in on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, additional delays loom. The Senate Judiciary Committee announced that Democrats had exercised their right to push back a vote on advancing Pam Bondi’s nomination for U.S. attorney general by another week.

As the standoff continues, Republicans remain determined to see Trump’s team confirmed, while Democrats insist on a slower process, citing the need for thorough debate.

The battle highlights the contentious nature of Washington’s partisan politics, even over critical national security and administrative roles.

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Donald Trump is sparing no time going after the Left. And now they have nowhere to hide.

And Trump eviscerated one liberal for a disgusting act caught on camera.

President Donald Trump didn’t hold back his criticism of the “nasty” Episcopal bishop who lectured him during the National Prayer Service, accusing her of turning a religious gathering into a political stage.

The sharp rebuke came after Trump endured a Tuesday service led by Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde, the Episcopal bishop of Washington, DC. Budde’s sermon focused heavily on illegal migrants, refugees, and LGBT issues, a move that many saw as a direct political statement.

“The so-called Bishop who spoke at the National Prayer Service on Tuesday morning was a Radical Left hardline Trump hater,” Trump wrote on his Truth Social account shortly after midnight.

“She brought her church into the World of politics in a very ungracious way,” he continued, describing her tone as “nasty” and lacking in intelligence or persuasiveness.

Trump took particular issue with Budde’s plea for “mercy” toward immigrant families, especially children who fear being separated from their parents.

“She failed to mention the large number of illegal migrants that came into our Country and killed people,” Trump wrote.

“Many were deposited from jails and mental institutions. It is a giant crime wave that is taking place in the USA.”

The former president didn’t stop there. He criticized the overall atmosphere of the service, calling it “very boring and uninspiring.”

“As well as her inappropriate statements, the service was a very boring and uninspiring one,”

Trump wrote, adding, “She is not very good at her job! She and her church owe the public an apology!”

Rev. Budde, who also spoke passionately about “gay, lesbian, and transgender children” fearing for their safety, admitted later that her words were intended as a direct message to Trump.

“I was looking at the president because I was speaking to him,” Budde told CNN.

“I was speaking to the president because I felt he has this moment now where he feels charged and empowered to do what he feels called to do, and I wanted to say there is room for mercy.”

She further explained her intentions, saying she aimed to “counter, as gently as I could, with a reminder of [illegal migrants’] humanity and their place in our wider community.”

Budde insisted she wanted to “have these conversations in a respectful way.”

While Budde defended her remarks as compassionate and measured, Trump’s response made clear he saw her comments as a blatant political attack disguised as a sermon.

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Real leadership is back in office. And our those who wish us harm should be worried.

Now this foreign enemy is cowering in fear over a threat from Donald Trump.

Russia’s foreign ministry has urged President Donald Trump to uphold the international agreement governing the Panama Canal, emphasizing that its control should remain with Panama.

Alexander Shchetinin, head of the ministry’s Latin American department, told Russian news outlet TASS that he expects Trump “will respect the current international legal regime” established by the 1977 treaties between the U.S. and Panama.

These agreements ended U.S. control of the canal by 2000 and guaranteed its neutrality under international law.

However, Trump has taken aim at Panama since his decisive election victory in November, accusing the country of allowing China to dominate the vital trade route while leaving American ships at a disadvantage. Trump claimed U.S. vessels were being “ripped off.”

During his inaugural address on Monday, Trump made his position clear, vowing that the U.S. would be “taking it back.”

Shchetinin weighed in on the escalating rhetoric, stating, “We expect that during the expected discussions between the leadership of Panama and President Trump on issues of control over the Panama Canal, which certainly falls within the sphere of their bilateral relations, the parties will respect the current international legal regime of this key waterway.”

He highlighted that over 40 nations, including Russia, signed a protocol agreement recognizing the canal’s neutrality and ensuring its safety and openness.

“[The U.S. and Panama] must protect the canal from any threat to the neutrality regime,” Shchetinin said.

He further noted, “A reservation was made that the said right of the United States to defend the Panama Canal does not mean and should not be interpreted as the right to interfere in the internal affairs of Panama, and any actions by the American side will never be directed against the territorial integrity or political independence of Panama.”

Trump has repeatedly criticized the agreement, calling it a “big mistake” made by former President Jimmy Carter.

“The United States… spent more money than was ever spent on a project before and lost 38,000 lives in the building of the Panama Canal,” Trump said during his inaugural address.

“We have been treated very badly from this foolish gift that should never have been made. And Panama’s promise to us has been broken. The purpose of our deal and the spirit of our treaty has been totally violated.”

Trump didn’t hold back, saying, “American ships are being severely overcharged and not treated fairly in any way, shape or form, and that includes the United States Navy. And above all, China is operating the Panama Canal. And we didn’t give it to China, we gave it to Panama, and we’re taking it back.”

Panama Canal administrator Ricaurte Vásquez refuted these claims earlier this month, asserting that China does not control the canal and that all nations are treated equally under its neutrality treaty.

The 51-mile waterway, constructed by the United States in the early 20th century, links the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, saving ships a 7,000-mile journey around South America’s Cape Horn. It remains a critical maritime trade route.

Panama’s President José Raúl Mulino responded firmly to Trump’s remarks, declaring, “The Canal is and will continue to be Panama’s and its administration will continue to be under Panamanian control with respect to its permanent neutrality.”

“There is no presence of any nation in the world that interferes with our administration,” Mulino continued, rejecting Trump’s suggestion that the U.S. “gave” the canal to Panama.

“Dialogue is always the way to clarify the points mentioned without undermining our right, total sovereignty, and ownership of our Canal,” Mulino concluded.

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It’s been a long road. But Donald Trump is finally back in power.

And now Trump got the sweetest revenge ever with one bombshell executive order.

President Donald Trump wasted no time making sweeping changes on his first day back in the Oval Office, including a high-profile move to revoke the security clearances of more than 50 national security officials who had cast doubt on the Hunter Biden laptop story.

The officials in question had signed a 2020 public letter claiming that Hunter Biden’s infamous laptop bore “all the classic earmarks of a Russian information operation.”

At the time, the letter admitted there was “no evidence of Russian involvement” but suggested the laptop’s emergence was suspiciously timed to sway the election.

The controversy began after The New York Post reported on emails allegedly showing Hunter Biden facilitating a meeting between then-Vice President Joe Biden and a top executive at Ukrainian energy firm Burisma.

The report also noted that Joe Biden later pressured Ukrainian officials to remove a prosecutor investigating the company, raising serious questions about potential conflicts of interest.

Among the officials who signed the letter were high-profile figures like former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper Jr., former CIA Directors Michael Hayden and John Brennan, former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta, and former National Security Advisor John Bolton.

Trump’s action follows years of Republican criticism, with lawmakers like Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina previously calling for the revocation of security clearances for those who signed the controversial letter.

Fox News Digital had also reported that federal investigators confirmed the laptop’s authenticity, finding “reliable evidence” within its contents.

The clearance revocation was part of a flurry of more than 200 executive orders Trump approved on Inauguration Day, signaling his aggressive approach to his second term.

Alongside this move, Trump reasserted his foreign policy stance by officially withdrawing the United States from the Paris Climate Agreement—a pact originally entered into during the Obama administration in 2015.

This marks Trump’s second withdrawal from the climate accord, having first exited it during his initial term in 2020.

Other notable orders signed on day one included rescinding nearly 80 executive orders and memoranda issued under President Joe Biden, imposing a regulatory and hiring freeze across the federal government, and enacting measures to prevent “government censorship” of free speech.

Trump also directed federal agencies to prioritize addressing the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, an issue that played prominently in his campaign messaging.

Trump’s sweeping directives underscore his determination to dismantle Biden-era policies and reinforce his commitment to his “America First” agenda.

His decision to revoke the security clearances of prominent former officials sends a clear signal that he is willing to challenge the establishment and hold high-ranking figures accountable for what he and his allies see as politically motivated actions.

The revocation of security clearances, coupled with Trump’s broader executive orders, sets the tone for a presidency poised to upend Washington’s status quo and refocus attention on issues he believes resonate most with his base.

How these moves will be received both domestically and on the world stage remains to be seen, but they are already sparking fierce debate.

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As the leader of the largest Christian Church, the Pope has massive influence. Now he’s wading into American politics.

And Pope Francis sent Donald Trump a message that is dropping jaws.

Pope Francis continued a long-standing tradition on January 20 by sending a heartfelt letter to President Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th president of the United States.

The Pope’s message carried his prayers, blessings, and encouragement for Trump as he began his term in the nation’s highest office.

The letter opened with warm greetings and a prayer for God’s guidance and strength in navigating the immense responsibilities of the presidency.

“On the occasion of your inauguration as the forty-seventh president of the United States of America, I offer cordial greetings and the assurance of my prayers that Almighty God will grant you wisdom, strength and protection in the exercise of your high duties,” the Pope wrote.

Pope Francis took the opportunity to reflect on America’s founding principles, emphasizing the nation’s reputation as a land of opportunity and welcome.

He expressed hope that these ideals would flourish under Trump’s leadership and that his presidency would inspire Americans to work toward unity and justice.

“Inspired by your nation’s ideals of being a land of opportunity and welcome for all, it is my hope that under your leadership the American people will prosper and always strive to build a more just society, where there is no room for hatred, discrimination, or exclusion,” the letter continued.

The Pope’s words were a subtle but poignant reminder of the importance of fostering compassion and rejecting divisiveness.

His message urged the nation to rise above societal challenges and to embrace its diverse roots as a strength rather than a weakness.

Addressing the complex international challenges faced by every world leader, Pope Francis also expressed his prayers for Trump as he navigated global conflicts and sought to promote peace on the world stage.

His letter acknowledged the weight of such responsibilities and the need for divine guidance in making critical decisions that could impact millions.

“With these sentiments, I invoke upon you, your family, and the beloved American people an abundance of divine blessings,” Pope Francis concluded, extending his best wishes not just to Trump but to the American people as a whole.

Of course, Pope Francis has also been highly critical of Trump’s agenda at time.

Just a day before Inauguration Day, Pope Francis took aim at reports of potential mass deportations in the United States during a candid interview on Italian television.

Speaking on Nove’s program “Che tempo che fa” on January 19, the Pope didn’t hold back his criticism of such plans, calling them deeply unjust.

“If this is true it is a disgrace because it makes the poor unfortunate who have nothing pay the price of imbalance. This is not how things are solved,” he remarked.

While Pope Francis may be a spiritual leader, maybe he should do his homework on the American political situation before recommending policies.

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Biden can’t hide anything any longer. The adults are back in charge.

And now Joe Biden was exposed for committing fraud right as Trump took over.

A recent investigation has uncovered that the Biden administration allowed funds from a federal program designed to combat AIDS to be used for abortions in Mozambique.

According to a report from POLITICO, four nurses in Mozambique received funding through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), a program established by President George W. Bush.

This raises questions about potential violations of the 1973 Helms Amendment, which prohibits the use of federal funds for abortion in foreign assistance programs.

The investigation, conducted in October 2024 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Mozambique’s Ministry of Health, revealed that at least 21 abortions were performed in the country since 2021 using PEPFAR funds.

Reuters added that some of Mozambique’s 2,751 nurses receiving PEPFAR funding had not undergone the mandatory training explaining the Helms Amendment’s restrictions.

The nurses involved reportedly did not realize that performing abortions while receiving PEPFAR funding was prohibited.

Mozambique has since refunded the misused money, and the CDC claims to have implemented measures to prevent future misuse. However, the incident has sparked outrage and renewed scrutiny of the program.

Sen. Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chair of the Foreign Relations Committee, condemned the findings, calling the situation “disgusting.”

He warned that PEPFAR is now “certainly in jeopardy.” Risch stated, “The CDC must be investigated for its misuse of PEPFAR funds, and those who have violated long-standing U.S. laws that protect life must be held accountable.”

Concerns about PEPFAR’s funding usage had already surfaced among Republicans in 2023. While Congress renewed the program for just one year in March 2024—a departure from its typical five-year reauthorization—many lawmakers are likely to resist further extensions following this latest controversy.

Congressman Chris Smith, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Security and Diplomacy Bureau, described the misuse of funds as “just the tip of the iceberg.” He pledged to launch a congressional investigation, stating,

“Frankly, it’s not a surprise to find that they are performing abortion with U.S. taxpayer dollars. Their denials over the years have rung hollow in the face of their aggressive promotion of abortion and collaboration with some of the largest international abortion providers.”

Smith also accused the Biden administration of attempting to “hijack” PEPFAR in 2023 by seeking a five-year reauthorization without amendments, which would have allowed funding to be used for “s*xual and reproductive health, rights, and services.”

He vowed to hold the CDC accountable through hearings and reaffirmed his commitment to protecting the sanctity of life.

House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast echoed Smith’s concerns, issuing a separate statement calling the abortions “disgraceful and unacceptable.”

He demanded a broader investigation, saying, “We need to know where else PEPFAR funds have been illegally rerouted.

The State Department and CDC must investigate to ensure that not one penny of PEPFAR goes toward abortion.”

This investigation has reignited fierce debates over how taxpayer funds are used abroad, with Republicans signaling they will demand stricter oversight and accountability before approving any future extensions of PEPFAR.

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The federal government isn’t interested in doing it’s job. It only has been serving the ends of the political elite.

And now the FBI is burning documents after being bested by Donald Trump.

The FBI announced it will be shutting down its Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) by December 2024, a move confirmed by the agency in a statement to Fox News Digital on Thursday.

“In recent weeks, the FBI took steps to close the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI), effective by December 2024,” the agency said.

While the FBI did not provide specific reasons for the closure, many Republican lawmakers have criticized the bureau for prioritizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts over its core mission of safeguarding national security.

Earlier this month, Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn voiced strong objections to the FBI’s DEI initiatives, claiming they jeopardized public safety.

In a January 3 letter to FBI Director Christopher Wray, Blackburn linked these policies to failures in preventing incidents like the New Year’s Day terrorist attack in New Orleans.

“I am deeply concerned that—under your leadership—the Bureau has prioritized Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives over its core mission of protecting the American people,” Blackburn wrote.

The FBI’s website still featured its diversity and inclusion page as of Thursday.

The page outlined the agency’s commitment to fostering a diverse workforce, noting that diversity had been added as one of the organization’s core values in 2015.

The webpage states:

“We believe that differences in thought and belief, in race and religion, in orientation, and in ability contribute to more effective decision making, drive innovation, and enhance the employee experience. We know that a more diverse workforce allows us to connect with and maintain the trust of the American people. We also understand we have work to do. We stand committed, as today’s FBI, to fostering a culture of inclusivity and diversity.”

The decision to close the ODI has reignited debates about the balance between advancing diversity and maintaining the FBI’s primary focus on national security.

Critics argue that DEI efforts have strayed too far from the agency’s foundational mission.

Former FBI special agent Nicole Parker shared her concerns, telling Fox News Digital:

“I appreciate all forms of diversity. Make no mistake of that. What I do not appreciate is when there is a constant push for social justice weaponization at the FBI whose top priorities are to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution.”

The timing of the announcement comes as the country prepares for a significant political transition. President Biden is in his final week in office, with President-elect Trump set to take the oath of office on Monday.

This development adds another layer of scrutiny to the FBI, as the incoming administration is expected to take a closer look at its operations and policies, particularly those surrounding national security and agency priorities.

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