Democrats should have some shame. But it appears they have anything but it.

And now Republicans uncovered a dark money network used for this disgusting purpose.

A startling new report from NGO Monitor, a Jerusalem-based watchdog, claims that several tax-exempt charities and financial service outfits in the U.S. are channeling funds to groups with ties to terrorist organizations like Hamas and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), as designated by the United States.

The exposé alleges that these terror-linked entities are raking in cash through 501(c)(3) organizations and donor-advised financial platforms right under the IRS’s nose. “The sharp rise in violent anti-Semitism in the wake of the October 7th massacre highlights the urgent need for greater vigilance in preventing the diversion of aid and NGO funding to terror and hate,” Professor Gerald M. Steinberg, NGO Monitor’s Founder and President, told The Daily Wire.

“This includes systematically investigating and documenting the support that IRS-registered charities receive from and provide to individuals and organizations linked to designated terror groups or active in spreading hate propaganda.”

NGO Monitor’s report names and shames several NGOs with alleged PFLP connections, flagged as terror groups by Israel: Union of Agricultural Work Committees (UAWC), Al-Haq, Defense for Children International-Palestine (DCI-P), and Palestinian Centre for Human Rights (PCHR). It also accuses Al Mezan of having members cozying up to both Hamas and the PFLP.

Take the Foundation for Middle East Peace (FMEP), a D.C.-based 501(c)(3)—its website brags about funding Al Haq, Al Mezan, DCI-P, and PCHR in 2025. While exact figures are murky, IRS filings from 2023 show FMEP dished out $10,000 to Al Mezan and a heftier $58,000 to Al-Haq.

Then there’s George Soros’s Open Society Foundations, which reportedly funneled $800,000 to Al Haq from 2020-2023, $250,000 to Al Haq Europe between 2023-2025, $170,000 to Al Mezan in 2023, and $450,000 to Al Mezan from 2021-2024.

Grassroots International, meanwhile, has been drumming up donations for PCHR, a group it calls a “long-term partner,” per NGO Monitor’s findings.

The report also spotlights other U.S. charities with tax-deductible status tossing money into the mix. The Rockefeller Brothers Fund (RBF) handed $100,000 to DCI-P for 2020-2022, while Cultures of Resistance Network has bankrolled Al-Haq, DCI-P, UAWC, and Al Mezan, according to NGO Monitor. A 2023 New York Post investigation found RBF poured millions since 2018 into six anti-Israel groups, some of which cheered Hamas’s October 7 civilian attack. RBF pushed back, insisting their “grantee organizations support, materially or ideologically, acts of terrorism” claims are baseless.

NGO Monitor also calls out Charities Aid Foundation in Alexandria, Virginia, for listing DCI-P in its “vetted network” of charities for donor-advised grants. The report further notes that Al-Haq and the Hind Rajab Foundation—whose founder brags about Hezbollah ties—rely on San Francisco’s Stripe Inc. to process donations.

The Belgium-based Hind Rajab Foundation has launched legal bids to nab IDF veterans, including Americans, and even demanded the arrests of former President Joe Biden and ex-Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Its founder, Dyab Abou Jahjah, once boasted in 2003 that he “joined the Hezbollah resistance against Israel,” dubbed the 9/11 attacks “sweet revenge,” and reportedly sits on the U.S. no-fly list. A recent Jerusalem Post piece ties Jahjah’s family and business dealings to Hezbollah’s terror funding web.

Al Mezan’s director, Issam Younis, rubbed elbows with now-dead Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar at a 2017 panel, joined by heads of other U.S.-designated terror outfits like Palestinian Islamic Jihad and PFLP. NGO Monitor flags Al Mezan board member Nafiz Al-Madhoun, a former Hamas legislative bigwig from 2010-2022.

UAWC, dubbed the PFLP’s “agricultural arm” by a USAID audit, saw a 2022 Dutch audit uncover 34 individuals juggling roles in both UAWC and PFLP from 2007-2020. Two UAWC money men were nabbed in 2019 for heading a PFLP cell that bombed and killed a 17-year-old Israeli.

Israel’s Ministry of Defense slapped a terror label on Al-Haq in 2021 for acting as a PFLP front. Back in 2018, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express cut off its online donations over those ties, per NGO Monitor. Al-Haq’s director, Shawan Jabarin, has been pegged as a top PFLP figure by Israel’s Supreme Court and linked to multiple PFLP events, including that 2017 Sinwar sit-down.

PCHR’s founder, Raji Sourani, did three years in prison in 1979 for PFLP membership and was barred from the U.S. in 2012. In a 2014 Gaza speech, he said he was “proud” of the PFLP, where he “fought in its ranks.”

DCI-P earned its terror designation from Israel in 2021 for PFLP ties, losing funding from Citibank, Arab Bank PLC, and Global Giving. NGO Monitor says it’s stacked with PFLP-linked staff and board members.

Stripe, FMEP, Open Society Foundations, Grassroots International, RBF, and Cultures of Resistance didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment.

The Left is panicking. Their backs are against the wall and there’s no way out.

Now Trump secured a major victory that has silenced Democrats.

The Taliban has freed American hostage George Glezmann after more than two years in captivity, a breakthrough brokered through talks between the Trump administration and Qatari mediators, according to a diplomatic source speaking to Fox News Digital.

Glezmann’s release marks a rare moment of cooperation between Washington and Kabul, facilitated by Qatar’s pivotal role as a go-between.

A Journey Home Begins

On Wednesday evening local time, Glezmann, 65, boarded a flight from Kabul airport bound for Doha. There, he’ll link up with U.S. hostage envoy Adam Boehler and Qatari Foreign Ministry officials.

Kidnapped on December 5, 2022, while touring Kabul, his freedom came after Boehler held direct talks with Afghan foreign ministry officials, alongside Qatari counterparts.

The source described the release as a “goodwill gesture” from the Taliban, signaling “trust” in Qatar’s ongoing mediation between the U.S. and Afghanistan’s rulers.

Unlike the U.S., Qatar has kept diplomatic lines open with the Taliban since their 2021 takeover.

This latest exchange stands apart from earlier releases this year—like those of Americans Ryan Corbett and William Mckenty, swapped for a Taliban member in a last-minute Biden administration deal. Here, no such trade was reported, suggesting a shift in Taliban tactics or a nod to diplomatic goodwill.

Diplomatic Wins and Gratitude

Secretary of State Marco Rubio hailed the outcome, declaring, “George Glezmann is free. George was wrongfully detained in Afghanistan for two and a half years, but now he’s on his way to be reunited with his wife Aleksandra. Welcome home, George!” Glezmann’s wife, Aleksandra, expressed deep relief and praised the Trump team’s relentless push. “I can’t wait to see George and help him on his road to recovery as we rebuild our lives,” she said.

“Since the first day of the Trump administration his team has focused on securing George’s safe release. The skill and dedication demonstrated by Secretary Rubio, Mr. Waltz, and Mr. Boehler has been refreshing. It is clear to us that their dedication to the American people is unwavering.”

The Trump administration has put hostage rescues front and center, pairing that mission with efforts to thaw ties with adversarial nations.

Glezmann’s release underscores that focus, though questions linger about broader U.S.-Taliban relations.

Boehler’s Afghan meetings hint at possible warming, but with no formal U.S. recognition of the Taliban government, the path ahead remains murky.

One American Still in Limbo

Another U.S. citizen, Mahmood Habibi, remains in Taliban hands after over two years, though the group denies holding him. Whether Glezmann’s release paves the way for Habibi’s freedom—or signals a new chapter in U.S.-Afghan dealings—is unclear.

For now, the Trump administration’s diplomatic sprint has brought one American home, with eyes still fixed on others left behind.

Trump isn’t waiting for things to change. He’s bringing down the hammer now.

And the Federal Reserve is reeling after Trump made a game-changing announcement.

President Trump is nudging the Federal Reserve to slash interest rates sooner rather than later, aiming to smooth the rollout of his ambitious tariff strategy on imported goods.

With the economy in flux, he’s making his case loud and clear, turning to Truth Social to rally support for his vision.

A Call for Rate Cuts

Late Wednesday, Trump fired off a post urging the Fed to act decisively. “The Fed would be MUCH better off CUTTING RATES as U.S. Tariffs start to transition (ease!) their way into the economy. Do the right thing.

April 2nd is Liberation Day in America!!!” he wrote. The push comes as he gears up to unveil a tariff system by April 2, designed to mirror trade barriers other nations place on U.S. products—a move he’s dubbed a game-changer for American prosperity.

Wall Street, however, is jittery, eyeing the potential ripple effects. While Trump sees lower rates as a cushion for his tariff plan, some warn the combo could stoke inflation.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell, speaking Tuesday, kept rates steady but hinted at cuts possibly by June.

“We’re going to have to see how things actually work out,” Powell said, acknowledging tariffs might spark short-term price hikes before settling down, though he stressed the uncertainty ahead.

Tariffs and Economic Crossroads

Trump’s blueprint involves sizing up each country’s trade policies toward the U.S. and slapping corresponding tariffs on their goods. Some nations might talk their way to lighter levies, but he’s unwavering on the timeline.

It’s not his first tariff rodeo—during his prior term, he tacked a 20% tariff on Chinese imports and 25% on steel and aluminum. This time, he’s betting on a broader approach to level the playing field, with rate cuts as the economic lubricant.

Unlike his first stint in office, when he routinely blasted the Fed for hiking rates, Trump has kept relatively quiet on the central bank this year—until now. His overnight post marks a shift, signaling he’s ready to lean on the Fed to align with his agenda.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt backed him up Thursday, saying, “He’s made it very clear that he believes lower interest rates are going to help this country boom, and this administration is working on lowering the rate of inflation caused by the previous administration. Every day, inflation is cooling.”

Balancing Act Ahead

Leavitt added a populist twist: “The president strongly believes in low interest rates, and I think the American public do, too.” She defended Trump’s “every right” to weigh in on the Fed’s moves, framing it as part of his mission to juice the economy.

Powell’s cautious outlook contrasts with Trump’s urgency, setting up a tension between the White House’s bold strokes and the Fed’s wait-and-see stance. As April 2 looms—Trump’s self-proclaimed “Liberation Day”—the interplay of tariffs, rates, and inflation promises to keep the economic spotlight burning bright.

Peace through strength is back. And America’s enemies are on their heels.

Now the White House deployed an American warship for a truly stunning reason.

A Bold Move for Border Security

President Donald Trump’s choice to dispatch a Navy warship to bolster security along the southern border is a clear signal of strength, aimed at discouraging anyone eyeing a sea route into the U.S., according to one expert.

The USS Gravely, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, is now steaming toward the Gulf of America under Trump’s executive order, a move the Navy confirmed in a statement Saturday.

“It’s unusual, normally you see land forces, but it’s still smart,” said Alfonso Aguilar, former chief of the U.S. Office of Citizenship and director of Hispanic engagement at the American Principles Project, in an interview with Fox News Digital.

Aguilar sees this as a savvy extension of Trump’s border strategy, projecting power where it’s needed most.

Strengthening Sovereignty at Sea

The USS Gravely, which set sail from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, Virginia, is tasked with patrolling the Gulf to intercept drug smugglers and curb illegal maritime crossings.

“Gravely’s sea-going capacity improves our ability to protect the United States’ territorial integrity, sovereignty, and security,” said Gen. Gregory Guillot of U.S. Northern Command, which oversees military efforts at the border.

Navy officials echoed this, highlighting the warship’s role in tackling “maritime-related terrorism, weapons proliferation, transnational crime, piracy, environmental destruction, and illegal seaborne immigration.”

Pentagon chief spokesperson Sean Parnell reinforced the mission’s importance on Monday, telling reporters, “It’s not only vital for the United States to have control of our border via land. It’s equally important to control our territorial waters, and this deployment directly supports U.S. Northern Command’s mission to protect our sovereignty.”

The Navy’s involvement, officials added, will “fill critical capabilities gaps” for the Department of Homeland Security, amplifying efforts to secure America’s maritime frontier.

A Strategic Show of Force

Aguilar praised the deployment as a natural progression of the military’s border role, which has already made strides on land. “It’s what the military calls force projection,” he said. “It’s a great way to dissuade those who want to try to come to the U.S. through the sea … it’s a show of force.” He argued that the USS Gravely will bolster the U.S. Coast Guard’s operations, covering more water and sending an unmistakable message to those seeking sea-based alternatives to land crossings.

“Like the forces on land that are providing a supportive balance role to the Border Patrol … the Navy will be doing the same thing, providing support to the Coast Guard in doing interdiction and enforcing … immigration activities on the high seas,” Aguilar explained.

He also tied the timing to Trump’s broader success in reducing border crossings.

“The numbers have gone down, even the number of people trying [to cross the border] by sea, but it’s still a route,” he said. “What we have seen is that every time we close the door, they try to find another way to get in. So we have to close our land border, but we also have to close those sea entries to the U.S.” For Aguilar, this naval move underscores a comprehensive, no-nonsense approach to safeguarding the nation.

Trump isn’t taking any nonsense. All of his appointments have been instructed to do the same.

Now the White House Press Secretary ended this politician’s career with these two words.

A Fiery Retort from the White House

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt didn’t mince words Monday when she clapped back at a French lawmaker’s suggestion that France should reclaim the Statue of Liberty from the U.S. over the Trump administration’s immigration policies.

During the daily press briefing, Leavitt took a bold swing, delivering a history lesson with bite.

“My advice to that unnamed low-level French politician would be to remind them that it’s only because of the United States of America that the French are not speaking German right now,” she declared.

“So they should be very grateful to our great country.”

The room filled with audible gasps from reporters, stunned by her pointed World War II reference.

The French Provocation

The drama kicked off with Raphaël Glucksmann, a left-wing French politician, who aired his grievances in an interview with Le Monde.

He argued that France should take back the Statue of Liberty—the iconic gift his country gave to the U.S.—now standing tall on New York City’s Liberty Island.

“We’re going to say to the Americans who have chosen to side with the tyrants, to the Americans who fired researchers for demanding scientific freedom: ‘Give us back the Statue of Liberty,’” Glucksmann told the outlet.

He doubled down at a convention of his left-leaning party, Place Publique, adding, “We gave it to you as a gift, but apparently you despise it. So it will be just fine here at home.” His words sparked a transatlantic spat, but not everyone’s buying his grand gesture.

A Monument Rooted in History

Glucksmann’s call might stir headlines, but UNESCO—the United Nations’ cultural arm, which lists the statue as a World Heritage treasure—makes it clear: the Statue of Liberty is U.S. government property.

It’s not going anywhere. Originally, the monument was a powerful symbol of friendship between France and America, dreamed up to mark the 100th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

That vision hit roadblocks, though. The Franco-Prussian War erupted in 1870, sidelining its designer, French sculptor Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, as conflict consumed his homeland. Funding was another hurdle: France agreed to bankroll the statue itself, while Americans footed the bill for its pedestal.

Shipped in 350 pieces across the Atlantic, the Statue of Liberty was finally unveiled on October 28, 1886—a testament to resilience and alliance that’s now at the center of this latest diplomatic dust-up.

President Donald Trump kicked off the week with a fiery declaration, labeling former President Joe Biden’s pardons—especially those for the House Select Committee probing the Jan. 6 Capitol riot—as “VOID.” He’s pointing the finger at an autopen, claiming Biden was out of the loop entirely when those documents got stamped. It’s a gutsy opening salvo as Trump reclaims the White House spotlight.

“The ‘Pardons’ that Sleepy Joe Biden gave to the Unselect Committee of Political Thugs, and many others, are hereby declared VOID, VACANT, AND OF NO FURTHER FORCE OR EFFECT, because of the fact that they were done by Autopen,” Trump roared in a Truth Social post.

“In other words, Joe Biden did not sign them but, more importantly, he did not know anything about them! The necessary Pardoning Documents were not explained to, or approved by, Biden. He knew nothing about them, and the people that did may have committed a crime.” He’s not just voiding paper—he’s tossing a legal grenade.

Trump didn’t let up, adding, “Therefore, those on the Unselect Committee, who destroyed and deleted ALL evidence obtained during their two year Witch Hunt of me, and many other innocent people, should fully understand that they are subject to investigation at the highest level.

The fact is, they were probably responsible for the Documents that were signed on their behalf without the knowledge or consent of the Worst President in the History of our Country, Crooked Joe Biden!” It’s a promise of payback that’s got everyone buzzing.

Autopen Controversy Stokes Public Skepticism

The autopen accusation isn’t new—it’s been simmering since the Heritage Foundation’s Oversight Project dropped a bombshell earlier this month.

“We gathered every document we could find with Biden’s signature over the course of his presidency. All used the same autopen signature except for the announcement that the former President was dropping out of the race last year. Here is the autopen signature,” they posted on X, laying out the evidence like a courtroom exhibit. That one exception aside, it’s a robo-signature spree.

On Jan. 20, Biden’s last day in office, he rolled out pardons for “General Mark A. Milley, Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, the Members of Congress and staff who served on the Select Committee, and the U.S. Capitol and D.C. Metropolitan police officers who testified before the Select Committee.”

He called them honorable public servants, saying, “These public servants have served our nation with honor and distinction and do not deserve to be the targets of unjustified and politically motivated prosecutions.”

Noble words—but if an autopen did the signing, did he even know what he was pardoning? That’s the rub for Americans: a machine signing off on major moves like this screams “someone else is running the show,” shredding trust in a government that’s supposed to answer to the people.

When the president’s signature—his literal mark of authority—is just a mechanical scribble, it’s no surprise folks doubt who’s really in charge. Fox News Digital reached out to a Biden spokesperson for a response, but the silence so far only fuels the fire of suspicion.

Legal Limbo and a Crisis of Confidence

Trump doubled down on his stance Sunday night aboard Air Force One, fielding a question about whether Biden’s autopen-signed executive orders and pardons hold water.

“I think so. It’s not my decision. That would be up to a court,” he replied, tossing the hot potato to the judiciary while keeping the pressure on. It’s a calculated move—let the courts sort it out, but make sure everyone’s talking about it.

The Oversight Project’s findings bolster Trump’s case, suggesting Biden leaned hard on the autopen throughout his tenure. If true, it’s not just about Jan. 6 pardons—it’s a pattern that calls into question every big decision bearing his name.

This is why trust in government’s tanking: if Biden wasn’t personally signing off, who was? The public’s left wondering if unelected aides were steering the ship, turning democracy into a rubber-stamp sideshow.

For now, Trump’s “void” declaration hangs in the air, a challenge to Biden’s legacy and a test of what “presidential power” really means when a pen—or a machine—speaks for the man. With courts likely to weigh in, the autopen saga’s just getting started.

The Left plays fast and loose with the facts. But they can’t escape this time.

Now Democrats are in a tailspin after Marco Rubio dropped a massive truth bomb on them.

Hypocrisy in Free Speech Debates

Secretary of State Marco Rubio didn’t hold back when he took a swipe at those rallying behind pro-Hamas activist Mahmoud Khalil, accusing them of hiding behind the First Amendment while conveniently forgetting their past crusades for online censorship.

Rubio unloaded his thoughts during a Sunday sit-down on CBS News’ “Face The Nation,” hosted by Margaret Brennan.

The topic came up after Khalil’s arrest by federal immigration authorities two weeks prior, sparking a heated debate.

“I find it ironic that a lot of these people out there defending the First Amendment speech, alleged free speech rights of these Hamas sympathizers they had no problem, okay, pressuring social media to censor American political speech,” Rubio said, his tone dripping with skepticism.

“So I think it’s ironic and hypocritical.” His jab zeroed in on the double standards he sees playing out, calling out the flip-flop with no hesitation.

A Hard Line on Terrorist Sympathizers

Rubio didn’t stop there, doubling down with a blunt take on what it means to let certain individuals into the country.

“But the bottom line is this, if you are in this country to promote Hamas, to promote terrorist organizations, to participate in vandalism, to participate in acts of rebellion and riots on campus, we never would have let you in if we had known that,” he continued.

“And now that we know it, you’re going to leave.”

He made it crystal clear: if you’re here stirring up trouble or backing groups like Hamas, your welcome’s officially worn out. It’s a stance that leaves little room for debate, aimed squarely at those who’ve crossed the line from guest to threat.

Protecting America’s Safety First

Rubio pushed back hard against critics trying to thwart the administration’s efforts to bolster national safety by deporting risky individuals.

“We don’t want terrorists in America,” he stated flatly.

“I don’t know how hard that is to understand. We want people – we don’t want people in our country that are going to be committing crimes and undermining our national security or the public safety. It’s that simple especially people that are here as guests. That is what a visa is.”

His remarks underscored a no-nonsense approach, drawing a firm line between welcoming visitors and tolerating threats—a distinction he believes should be obvious to anyone paying attention. For Rubio, it’s about keeping the nation secure, no apologies needed.

The war in Ukraine has gone on for too long. It has to be ended by any means.

Now Trump sent a sobering threat to Vladimir Putin that left everyone in stunned silence.

Trump’s Urgent Plea for Peace in Ukraine

President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday, emphasizing the catastrophic toll of the ongoing Ukraine conflict and pressing for a ceasefire to save “millions” of lives. His words signal a renewed push to end a war he’s branded a devastating quagmire.

In a candid Truth Social post, Trump didn’t mince words: “Millions of people are needlessly dead, never to be seen again and there will be many more to follow if we don’t get the ceasefire and final agreement with Russia completed and signed.”

Calling the war “a real mess,” he framed the ceasefire—already greenlit by Ukraine—as a critical lifeline, even as Putin has yet to fully commit.

A Glimmer of Hope Amid Dire Stakes

Trump remains cautiously upbeat, telling reporters there’s “a very good chance” Russia will come on board with the U.S.-proposed 30-day ceasefire.

That optimism persists despite Putin’s public reservations, casting a shadow over the deal’s fate. Still, Trump’s team isn’t sitting idle—hours earlier, Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff wrapped up talks in Moscow, a mission Trump hailed as “very good and productive” in a follow-up post.

He painted a grim picture of the battlefield, noting, “At this very moment thousands of Ukrainian troops are completely surrounded by the Russian military and in a very bad and vulnerable position.”

Urging restraint, he added, “I have strongly requested to President Putin that their lives be spared. This would be a horrible massacre, one not seen since World War II. God bless them all!!” It’s a humanitarian plea wrapped in a strategic nudge—a hallmark of Trump’s hands-on approach.

Moscow’s Cautious Signals

The Kremlin’s response offers a flicker of alignment. Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told Russian media that Putin stands “in solidarity” with Trump’s aims, hinting at a future call between the leaders.

“The Russian side was provided with additional information. And also through Witkoff, Putin gave information and additional signals to President Trump,” Peskov said. “Certainly there are reasons to feel this cautious optimism.” Yet he tempered that with a reality check: “A great deal remains to be done.”

Moscow’s wishlist, though, complicates the picture. The Kremlin’s pushing for Ukraine to dismantle its sizable army as part of any peace deal—a nonstarter for Kyiv and its European allies. That sticking point looms large as negotiators wrestle with the ceasefire’s terms.

A High-Stakes Balancing Act

Trump’s latest moves blend urgency with diplomacy, spotlighting both the human cost of delay and the faint promise of resolution. His dire warnings to Putin underscore the stakes, while his praise for Witkoff’s Moscow talks keeps the momentum alive.

As the U.S.-backed ceasefire teeters on Russia’s response, Trump’s framing it as a now-or-never moment—one that could either halt the bloodshed or spiral into a tragedy of historic scale. The clock’s ticking, and the world’s watching.

Trump is shaking up Washington, D.C. Old loyalties are being broken.

Now ex-Obama official handed Donald Trump a victory that left Barack fuming mad.

A Glimmer of Peace in Russia-Ukraine Conflict

A surprising nod of approval came from an unexpected corner Thursday when former Obama Defense Secretary and CIA Director Leon Panetta praised President Donald Trump for laying the groundwork for a potential Russia-Ukraine ceasefire.

The prospect of a “clean” deal has injected fresh hope into a weary conflict.

The breakthrough stems from Tuesday, when Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed Ukraine’s acceptance of a 30-day ceasefire proposed by the Trump administration. The ball’s now in Russia’s court, with all eyes on President Vladimir Putin.

In a Thursday address, Putin responded cautiously: “The idea itself is correct, and we certainly support it. But there are issues that we need to discuss.” His hesitance keeps the deal in limbo, but the door’s not shut.

Panetta’s Praise and a Call to Hold Firm

Appearing on “CNN News Central,” Panetta didn’t hesitate to give Trump his due.

“He’s been able to negotiate the possibility of a clean ceasefire. That’s to his credit,” he said, spotlighting Trump’s diplomatic finesse. But he paired the compliment with a challenge:

“Look, this is a test for the president. Whether he is going to stand strong for doing the right thing or whether he caves in to Putin, that’s going to be the issue. And I hope he stands strong.”

Panetta’s words carry weight, urging Trump to keep the pressure on. He cautioned against muddying the talks with side issues, warning it could “undermine [the] ability to get a ceasefire now.”

Instead, he urged a laser focus on the immediate goal. “What the president has to make clear to Putin is that he has a chance to accept a ceasefire now that will stop the killing,” he said. “Let’s do that and then let’s negotiate on the longer-term issues.”

Trump’s Optimism Meets Putin’s Pause

Panetta’s remarks landed just after Trump voiced cautious optimism to reporters, reacting to Putin’s statement.

“A lot of the details of a final agreement have actually been discussed,” Trump said. “Now we’re going to see whether or not Russia is there.”

He called Putin’s response “very promising” but noted it’s still a work in progress, adding, “If they’re not, it’ll be a very disappointing moment for the world.”

Trump’s holding out “hope” that Russia will “do the right thing,” a sentiment that echoes Panetta’s push for resolve. The ceasefire’s fate hangs on Putin’s next move, but the fact that it’s even on the table marks a shift—proof that Trump’s approach might just be cracking open a path to peace.

Bill and Hillary aren’t going anywhere. They may even be making a come back.

Now the Clintons were thrust back into the spotlight for one despicable reason.

Pence’s Coalition Takes Aim at FACE Act

A bold push from former Vice President Mike Pence’s nonprofit, Americans Advancing Freedom (AAF), is calling on House Republicans to dismantle a decades-old law they argue has been twisted into a weapon against pro-life activists. The group’s latest memo zeroes in on the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act, a Clinton-era statute now under fresh scrutiny.

Signed into law by President Bill Clinton in May 1994, the FACE Act made it a federal offense to use force, threats, or obstruction to disrupt abortion services—covering everything from blocking clinic doors to attacking staff or damaging property. While its intent was clear, AAF contends it’s been hijacked to unfairly target those standing for life.

Trump’s Pardons Spark Momentum

The debate gained steam early in President Donald Trump’s current term when he pardoned nearly two dozen pro-life activists jailed for their roles in 2020 clinic demonstrations. Among them were three elderly advocates, all charged by the Biden administration’s Department of Justice (DOJ) with violating the FACE Act.

Trump didn’t mince words during the pardons: “They should not have been prosecuted.” His move signaled a sharp break from the previous administration’s approach and set the stage for a broader fight.

AAF’s memo, fired off to the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday afternoon, doubles down. “Congress must do its part to support President Trump’s effort to end the weaponization of government by repealing the FACE Act in its entirety,” it declares.

“There’s no question that the Biden Administration weaponized the FACE Act against pro-life Americans.” The group paints a grim picture of “early morning SWAT team raids, unjust prison sentences, and alleged mistreatment while in custody” under Biden’s watch.

Voices from the Frontlines

Last month, the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight dug into the issue during a hearing titled “Entering the Golden Age: Ending the Weaponization of the Justice Department.”

Peter Breen of the Thomas More Society didn’t hold back, testifying that one of his clients endured a SWAT raid and a harsh prison term.

“The Biden DOJ engaged in a systematic campaign to abuse the power of the federal government against pro-life advocates,” he said, “while that same DOJ ignored hundreds of acts of vandalism and violence against pro-life churches, pregnancy help centers, and other advocates.”

The contrast couldn’t be starker. While Biden’s team leaned hard into abortion rights, Trump’s administration is flipping the script.

In January, he axed two Biden-era executive orders expanding abortion services, reinforcing the Hyde Amendment’s ban on federal funding for elective abortions. Now, conservatives see the FACE Act as the next domino to topple in the pro-life push.

A Legislative Fight Brews

Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) is leading the charge, reintroducing a bill in January to repeal the law outright. Armed with data showing 97% of FACE Act prosecutions from 1994 to 2024 targeted pro-life individuals, Roy’s got 32 House co-sponsors in his corner and Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) mirroring the effort in the Senate.

The numbers tell a story of lopsided enforcement—under Biden alone, the DOJ launched at least 15 cases involving 46 pro-life defendants since 2021, per 2023 media reports, with abortion-rights supporters as the victims in nearly every instance.

For Pence’s AAF and its allies, this isn’t just about policy—it’s about justice. The FACE Act, they argue, has morphed from a shield into a sword, and dismantling it could level the playing field for those fighting for the unborn.

As the legislative wheels turn, the clash over this 30-year-old law is shaping up as a defining moment in the pro-life movement’s next chapter.

Trump is cleaning house. And now he’s uncovering the unthinkable.

Because a senior DHS official got taken away in handcuffs for this disgusting crime.

Shocking Allegations Surface at DHSv

A startling discovery has emerged from newly unsealed court documents this Tuesday, revealing that Serina Baker Hill, a senior official at the Department of Homeland Security, is under scrutiny for possible ties to drug trafficking. This bombshell adds a layer of intrigue to an already troubling case of alleged fraud against the government.

Hill, who served as the director of Customs and Border Protection’s Center for Excellence and Expertise over Automotive and Aerospace Engineering, faces charges tied to a scheme that exploited disaster relief funds. Authorities allege she misrepresented the condition of her flood-damaged home to siphon thousands of dollars from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) following a deluge in Detroit on August 24, 2023.

A Web of Deception Unraveled

The investigation took a dramatic turn when wiretaps, originally set up to monitor Hill’s husband, Maurice Hill, for suspected drug trafficking, caught the couple discussing their fraudulent plot.

“During the course of the investigations, it was discovered that both HILL and Maurice had engaged in a scheme to defraud FEMA after flooding occurred in Detroit, Michigan on August 24, 2023,” wrote FBI Special Agent Andrew J. Matas. What began as a probe into Maurice’s activities widened to include Serina, given her high-ranking government role.

The couple’s alleged scam came to light through these intercepted conversations. When confronted by agents in a 2024 interview, Hill doubled down, lying about her actions, according to Matas. Now, she faces a slew of charges: wire fraud, disaster fraud, making false statements, and lying to federal investigators—stemming from her denial of ever defrauding the government.

From Relief Funds to Designer Dreams

Court filings paint a vivid picture of the Hills’ alleged misconduct. They filed disaster claims for two Detroit properties last year. Maurice’s claim was swiftly flagged as fraudulent since it wasn’t their primary residence.

Serina’s application, however, targeted their actual home. After a FEMA inspector visited, she claimed the basement repairs made it unsafe to stay, securing $3,125 for fixes and $3,190 for two months of rent. The funds hit their account that same day.

Hours later, the FBI captured a telling exchange. Maurice quipped about splurging on “some Guccis” with the cash, saying, “They probably want you to fix something.” Serina responded with a nonchalant, “Is that how it works?”

In another call that day, they schemed to fake an inspector’s letter to milk FEMA for more, with Serina plotting, “We don’t want it to be okay. We want them to have issues.” Their casual greed stands in stark contrast to the relief program’s intent.

FBI’s Renewed Push and Agency Fallout

FBI Director Kash Patel took to social media to tout the case as a win for justice. “This is part of the new FBI’s renewed efforts to crack down on public corruption and deliver accountability for the American people,” he declared.

“Justice will be done.” The broader investigation into Maurice Hill’s drug trafficking and “other offenses” continues, with Serina’s role as an “interceptee” on the wiretap underscoring the overlap between their alleged crimes.

Customs and Border Protection has distanced itself from Hill, noting she wasn’t a sworn officer and has been sidelined on unpaid leave pending her case’s resolution. As of Wednesday, no attorney was listed for her in court records. This unfolding saga at the intersection of public service and personal gain promises to keep investigators—and the public—on edge as more details emerge.