Democrats usually stick together. But this man is flipping the script.

Because he went on The View and betrayed everyone.

The notion that President Donald Trump’s 2024 election win lacked a “mandate” got a fiery takedown from ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith during a clash with Joy Behar on “The View.”

Behar tossed out the idea that Trump’s victory didn’t carry much weight, pointing to his razor-thin 1% edge in the popular vote and the GOP’s narrow grip on Congress.

She even dubbed his popular vote margin “the smallest ever,” suggesting it was far from a roaring triumph.

“What kind of mandate is this really?” Behar pressed Smith, skepticism dripping from her words.

Smith didn’t flinch, countering with a clear-eyed breakdown of why Trump’s win deserves the label.

He highlighted the president’s clean sweep of all seven swing states, his surprising gains with minority and working-class voters, and his status as the first Republican in two decades to snag the popular vote—a feat that’s tough to brush off.

“Well it is a mandate and I’m gonna explain why,” Smith fired back.

“And I don’t mind the question but let me be very clear, I’m no supporter of Trump. I’m a supporter of truth and the facts, and here’s the facts. The man won every swing state, he increased voter turnout in his favor from the standpoint of blacks, Latinos, and young voters. He increased his numbers in that regard from 2020. 89% of the counties shifted to the right. That’s a mandate.”

Smith wasn’t done. “We can sit up there and play around all we want to,” he added.

“In 2020, Trump didn’t win the popular vote, he didn’t win the Electoral College vote. As a matter of fact, the Republicans haven’t won the popular vote if I remember correctly since 2004. But they did this year.” The numbers, he argued, don’t lie—Trump flipped the script in a way that demands attention.

Digging deeper, Smith framed the victory as a loud rejection of the Democrats’ playbook, urging the party to rethink its approach if it hopes to take on Trump’s momentum.

Polls underscored this, showing Trump trouncing both Biden and Harris on the economy and immigration—the twin engines that powered voters to the polls.

The Democrats’ rocky road didn’t help their case. Biden bowed out on July 21 after party insiders orchestrated a quiet uprising, rattled by his shaky debate against Trump on June 27 and lingering doubts about his mental sharpness.

Harris stepped up with Biden’s blessing, only to stumble—losing the popular vote, all seven swing states, and key ground with black, Latino, and blue-collar voters, who rallied behind Trump’s economic and border promises.

Trump’s wins weren’t just numbers—they were historic. He became the first Republican to claim Hispanic men in a presidential race, pulling 55% of their support per NBC’s exit polls. Harris, meanwhile, faltered with Hispanics overall, netting just 52% compared to Biden’s 61% in 2020, Politico noted.

And in a jaw-dropping shift, Trump flipped Starr County, Texas—a 97% Hispanic, long-time Democratic stronghold—winning over 57% of the vote, the first GOP victory there since 1892.

Smith’s point? Call it what you want, but Trump’s 2024 haul—swing states, diverse voter blocs, and a popular vote breakthrough—carries the unmistakable stamp of a mandate. The facts, as he sees them, speak louder than the doubts.

The FBI has been used as a political police force for the Left for years. Now it’s time for a reckoning.

And this high profile FBI official was thrown out of the building for one shocking crime.

James Dennehy, the head of the FBI’s New York field office, was removed from his position on Monday, March 3, 2025, marking a significant shift as the Trump administration takes decisive steps to reshape the bureau.

Dennehy’s exit follows an email he sent to his staff weeks ago, urging them to “dig in” as the Trump administration launched a thorough review of the FBI’s investigation into the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot—a probe many see as a necessary check on past overreach. Two sources familiar with the matter told NBC News that Dennehy was given a firm directive on Friday: resign or face termination.

“Late Friday, I was informed that I needed to put my retirement papers in today, which I just did,” Dennehy stated in a Monday email to his staff.

“I was not given a reason for this decision.” The lack of explanation has left some questioning, though others suggest the administration’s intent was clear.

In remarks to CNN, Dennehy reflected on his tenure, saying, “I have an immense feeling of pride — to have represented an office of professionals who will always do the right thing for the right reasons; who will always seek the truth while upholding the rule of law.”

He added a defiant note: “I’ve been told many times in my life, ‘When you find yourself in a hole, sometimes it’s best to quit digging.’ Screw that. I will never stop defending this joint. I’ll just do it willingly and proudly from outside the wire.”

His resolve, while admirable to some, may have clashed with the administration’s broader goals.

Since taking charge of the New York field office in September, Dennehy had positioned himself as a steadfast leader.

Last month, when Department of Justice officials requested the names of agents involved in January 6 cases—a move framed as routine oversight—he encouraged his team to push back, a stance that raised eyebrows.

“Today, we find ourselves in the middle of a battle of our own, as good people are being walked out of the F.B.I. and others are being targeted because they did their jobs in accordance with the law and F.B.I. policy,” Dennehy wrote to his staff at the time, suggesting a resistance that some view as out of step with the administration’s reform efforts.

Dennehy declared it was “time for me to dig in” after eight FBI leaders, including the Washington field office head, were removed for their roles in investigations tied to President Donald Trump—actions the administration defends as correcting past biases.

According to NBC, Dennehy, alongside former acting Director Brian Driscoll and former acting Deputy Director Rob Kissane, may have slowed a wider effort to hold agents accountable in several high-profile cases that have fueled public skepticism of the FBI.

Driscoll and Kissane have now been succeeded by FBI Director Kash Patel and Deputy Director Dan Bongino, appointees signaling a new direction.

Dennehy also played a key role in the investigation into New York City Mayor Eric Adams, though the case has since tapered off after the Department of Justice opted to drop it—a decision that prompted a wave of prosecutor departures from New York and Washington.

As the Trump administration moves forward, Dennehy’s departure appears to be part of a larger effort to realign the bureau with its core mission.

Trump has shaken things up, to be sure. But no one thought something so drastic would happen.

Now the White House received an urgent letter that is dropping jaws in Washington, D.C.

TSMC to Invest $100 Billion in U.S. Semiconductor Plants

President Donald Trump announced Monday that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) will invest a staggering $100 billion to build new semiconductor manufacturing facilities in Arizona. This massive move is set to bolster U.S. technological dominance and create tens of thousands of jobs.

“This will create hundreds of billions of dollars in economic activity and boost America’s dominance in artificial intelligence and beyond,” Trump said. “Semiconductors are the backbone of the 21st-century economy, and really, without the semiconductors, there is no economy.”

Five New Facilities and Thousands of American Jobs

TSMC’s investment will fund five new manufacturing plants in Arizona. According to President Trump, these facilities will generate between 20,000 and 25,000 jobs—many of them high-paying positions in advanced technology.

“The most powerful AI chips in the world will be made right here in America,” Trump declared, calling the move both an economic and national security priority.

“We must be able to build the chips and semiconductors that we need right here in American factories with American skill and American labor,” he added. “That’s exactly what we’re doing.”

C.C. Wei, TSMC’s CEO, echoed Trump’s enthusiasm. “It’s going to create thousands of high-paying jobs,” Wei said, expressing gratitude for the administration’s support.

A major benefit for TSMC is that chips manufactured in the U.S. will not be subject to tariffs—a key part of Trump’s America-first economic policy.

Trump Targets Global Semiconductor Market Share

Trump said these investments will push the U.S. share of global semiconductor production closer to 40%, challenging Taiwan’s overwhelming dominance in the industry.

“They left us and went to Taiwan,” Trump said during a January meeting with congressional Republicans. “And we don’t want to give them billions of dollars like this ridiculous program that Biden has given everybody billions of dollars. They already have billions of dollars. They didn’t need money. They needed an incentive. And the incentive is going to be they’re not going to want to pay a 25, 50 or even a 100% tax.”

The president has repeatedly threatened up to 100% tariffs on semiconductor imports if companies do not move production to the U.S., aiming to secure critical supply chains and eliminate America’s reliance on foreign manufacturing.

The Risks of Taiwan’s Semiconductor Monopoly

TSMC’s dominance over the semiconductor market is a growing concern. Over 90% of the world’s most advanced chips are produced in Taiwan—a nation under constant threat of invasion by communist China.

Analysts warn that any military conflict could devastate global supply chains, leaving the U.S. vulnerable. TSMC also operates facilities in mainland China, raising fears of hacking and sabotage by the Chinese government.

Lawmakers and officials have even suggested destroying TSMC’s Taiwanese plants if China invades to prevent the technology from falling into Beijing’s hands. Critics argue, however, that halting chip production on the island—regardless of who controls it—would trigger a catastrophic global economic crisis.

Trump’s Broader Push for Domestic Investment

The TSMC deal is just one of several major investments President Trump has secured since returning to the White House. Industry giants across technology and manufacturing are lining up to bring production back to American soil:

• OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank have committed to spending up to $500 billion on artificial intelligence infrastructure.
• DAMAC Properties pledged $20 billion to construct new data centers.
• Apple CEO Tim Cook announced plans to invest $500 billion in the U.S. and move manufacturing from Mexico to American facilities.
• Honda confirmed that it will produce its next-generation Civic hybrid in the U.S. instead of Mexico to avoid Trump’s proposed tariffs.

It’s a little early to declare your candidacy for the 2028 presidential election. But that isn’t stopping this man.

Now a shock 2028 announcement is raising eyebrows across Washington, D.C.

Failed 2024 Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz is leaving the door open for a 2028 presidential run—despite his resounding defeat alongside then-Vice President Kamala Harris in November.

“Look, I never had an ambition to be president or vice president. I was honored to be asked,” the Minnesota governor said during an appearance on *The New Yorker Radio Hour* on Sunday.

“If I feel I can serve, I will. And if nationally, people are like, ‘Dude we tried you, and look how that worked out,’ I’m good with that.”

“If I think I could offer something … I would certainly consider that,” Walz added, signaling he hasn’t ruled out another run on the national stage.

At 60 years old, Walz recently ruled out a bid to replace retiring Democratic Senator Tina Smith in 2026. While he is eligible to run for a third term as Minnesota’s governor that same year, he has yet to announce his plans.

During the interview, Walz expressed a mix of humility and openness about his political future. “I’m not arrogant enough to believe there’s a lot of people that can do this,” he said.

However, he made it clear that if “the circumstances are right” and he believes he has “the right skill set for the moment … I’ll do it.”

Pressed by host David Remnick for a more definitive answer, Walz simply responded: “I’ll do whatever it takes.”

Walz’s selection as Harris’ running mate sparked criticism within Democratic circles, particularly after Harris passed over Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a rising star from a crucial swing state.

Despite being tapped to energize the ticket, Walz failed to deliver.

He lost his debate against Republican JD Vance and even suffered an embarrassing defeat in his home Blue Earth County—a deep blow for a candidate chosen to help bridge the gap with Middle America.

Reflecting on the loss, Walz didn’t hide the emotional weight of the defeat. “It’s one I’ll take with me to the grave,” he admitted.

The governor also lamented the real-world consequences of the Democrats’ failure to hold the White House.

“An old white guy who ran for vice president, you’ll land on your feet pretty well,” he said.

“But I still struggle with it … when I see Medicaid cuts happening, when I see LGBTQ folks being demonized, when I see some of this happening, that’s what weighs on me personally.”

Before becoming governor in 2018, Walz served 12 years in Congress—but don’t expect him to return to Capitol Hill. He made his feelings about a Senate run crystal clear.

“I’d rather eat glass,” he quipped, shutting down any speculation about a bid for Smith’s seat.

If Walz seeks re-election in 2026 and wins, he could make history. By serving through 2031, he would become the longest-serving governor in Minnesota’s history—a potential consolation prize for a politician still reeling from a bruising national rejection.

America has plenty of enemies. And they don’t take holidays.

Now Pete Hegseth deployed thousands of troops to fight this existential threat.

The Pentagon has deployed approximately 3,000 active-duty troops to strengthen security along the U.S.-Mexico border, marking a significant escalation in the Trump administration’s border enforcement strategy.

A Stryker Brigade Combat Team—equipped with its signature Stryker vehicles—is scheduled to arrive at the southern border “in the coming weeks,” according to the Defense Department.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth authorized the deployment to “reinforce and expand current border security operations to seal the border and protect the territorial integrity of the United States,” a Defense Department spokesman confirmed.

“[T]heir deployment underscores the Department’s unwavering dedication to working alongside the Department of Homeland Security to secure our southern border and maintain the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security of the United States under President Trump’s leadership,” Defense spokesman Sean Parnell said in a statement.

According to The Washington Post, Hegseth approved the move on Friday.

Alongside the Stryker Brigade, additional troops specializing in engineering, intelligence, and public affairs will also be stationed at the border.

The decision reflects the administration’s tougher stance on illegal immigration and its efforts to combat drug cartels operating on the Mexican side.

In a January 31 phone call with Mexican officials, Hegseth reportedly warned that the U.S. might take unilateral military action if Mexico failed to crack down on cartel activity, The Wall Street Journal reported.

Mexican officials reportedly viewed Hegseth’s remarks as a clear warning that U.S. forces could cross into Mexican territory to target the cartels—a move they argue would infringe on Mexico’s sovereignty.

“We are dead serious about 100% OPERATIONAL CONTROL of the southern border,” Hegseth declared in a social media post on Saturday, signaling the administration’s firm commitment to border security.

Since President Donald Trump took office in January, illegal crossings at the southern border have dropped sharply.

Over the weekend, Trump highlighted the latest figures on social media, touting the administration’s success in curbing illegal immigration.

“The month of February, my first full month in Office, had the LOWEST number of Illegal Immigrants trying to enter our Country in History – BY FAR!” Trump said.

“There were only 8,326 apprehensions of Illegals by Border Patrol at the U.S.-Mexico Border, all of whom were quickly ejected from our Nation or, when necessary, prosecuted for crimes against the United States of America.”

He continued, “This means that very few people came – The Invasion of our Country is OVER. In comparison, under Joe Biden, there were 300,000 Illegals crossing in one month, and virtually ALL of them were released into our Country.”

The latest deployment adds to a broader push by the Trump administration to assert control over the southern border, as the president emphasizes national sovereignty and security while drawing a stark contrast to his predecessor’s border policies.

The Left is losing their minds. And it’s all being documented for posterity.

Now this rabid Congresswoman went off the rails on this Trump official.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is accusing White House border czar Tom Homan of trying to silence and intimidate her by suggesting she could be prosecuted for advising illegal immigrants on how to deal with deportation officers.

The far-left Democrat from New York lashed out after Homan urged the Justice Department to investigate her, warning that she could be “in trouble” for releasing a “know your rights” video aimed at helping illegal immigrants avoid Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Ocasio-Cortez fired off a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi, demanding to know whether a federal investigation had been opened against her.

“Mr. Homan’s repeated attempts to use your agency to politically intimidate duly elected officials are a textbook threat to the right to free speech in the United States,” Ocasio-Cortez complained.

“Threatening criminal proceedings for exercising the First Amendment is itself a violation of the First Amendment.”

The clash between Ocasio-Cortez and Homan has been escalating for weeks. Homan, a former acting ICE director, hasn’t held back, calling her “the dumbest congresswoman ever.”

Ocasio-Cortez, never one to back down from a public spat, hit back by labeling Homan and his allies as “cowards” and brushing off his criticism. “He can threaten me with jail & call names all he wants. He’s got nothing else,” she posted on social media.

At the center of the dispute is the video Ocasio-Cortez released, which instructs illegal immigrants on how to avoid cooperating with ICE.

Homan blasted the video as an attempt to help people evade the law, calling it a dangerous move that undermines federal immigration enforcement.

But in her letter to Bondi, Ocasio-Cortez argued that educating people about their rights is part of her duty as an elected official—not a crime.

“A government that uses threats of DOJ investigations to suppress free speech is a threat to all, regardless of political ideology,” she declared, giving Bondi a Wednesday deadline to confirm whether an investigation into her had been launched.

Homan has already praised Attorney General Bondi for her tough stance, including civil lawsuits against sanctuary policies in Illinois and New York.

He’s also floated the idea of using criminal laws against harboring illegal immigrants to hold sanctuary leaders accountable—a move that could target far-left politicians like Ocasio-Cortez who openly defy federal immigration law.

So far, no such criminal cases have been filed, but Homan’s comments signal that consequences could be coming for those who interfere with immigration enforcement.

As the battle over immigration intensifies, the message from the Trump administration is clear: No one is above the law—not even Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

The past administration didn’t do anything to help this country. It was all smoke, mirrors, and lies.

Now a former Biden official admitted what Joe’s biggest lie to America was.

A senior aide to Joe Biden has admitted that the Biden administration deliberately misled the American public by downplaying concerns about the then-president’s age and mental fitness—even as aides panicked behind the scenes.

Biden Team Knew Age Was a Problem “From Day One”

Michael LaRosa, a former White House aide and longtime press secretary for Jill Biden, confessed that the Biden campaign was aware of Biden’s age problem from the very beginning—and they were “scared to death” of allowing him to speak unscripted ahead of the election.

“Cover-up to me is a little harsh. Every politician, everybody, every human being tries to cover up age. We were always, from day one, cognizant that age was an issue,” LaRosa admitted during a Science Institute seminar at American University on Wednesday, as reported by Puck.

LaRosa didn’t hold back, directly accusing the Biden administration of gaslighting the American public:

“There are some things that are true, I mean, like the gaslighting. There was a lot of denial of the polling. And I will use the term gaslighting because that’s what they were doing. The message to everybody was to make sure that you tell people it’s too early.”

White House Hid Biden’s Mental Decline From the Public

While Biden repeatedly stumbled in public—both verbally and physically—the White House maintained the charade that he was in good health. But according to LaRosa, behind closed doors, panic had taken over the Biden team.

“The president’s team was scared to death of impromptu, unscripted, unrehearsed, unpracticed, unchoreographed, anything,” LaRosa revealed. “They just couldn’t do it… They didn’t trust their own candidate.”

Even though Biden “loved TV” and was willing to engage with the media, his own aides didn’t believe he could handle it:

“When he needed [the press] the most, they didn’t trust him… and he was politically dead,” LaRosa added.

Biden’s Collapse Leads to Kamala Harris Takeover

Despite the administration’s cover-up, Biden’s frequent gaffes, moments of confusion, and embarrassing stumbles caused his poll numbers to plummet. The pressure finally became too much, leading to Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 race and his endorsement of Kamala Harris.

This revelation comes as CNN’s Jake Tapper faces backlash for his role in covering up Biden’s mental decline. Tapper’s new book, co-authored with Dana Bash, details the extreme measures the Biden administration took to hide his cognitive struggles—even though Tapper himself repeatedly dismissed concerns during the campaign.

Democrats Knew—And Lied Anyway

LaRosa’s stunning admission confirms what many conservatives suspected all along: Joe Biden wasn’t fit to lead, and Democrats knew it—but they chose to gaslight the American people to maintain their grip on power.

The Biden administration’s lies didn’t just deceive the public—they endangered the nation by keeping an unfit president in office while the world watched America’s leadership crumble.

Politicians rarely practice what they preach. But they don’t often get caught on camera exposing that.

Now a US Congresswoman is humiliated after being caught in this act of hypocrisy.

Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) stirred outrage after questioning the loyalty of DOGE chief Elon Musk—an American citizen for 22 years—based on his immigrant background.

Speaking outside the Capitol on Wednesday, Kaptur openly questioned whether Musk, who holds citizenship in South Africa, Canada, and the U.S., is truly loyal to America:

“Mr. Musk has just been here 22 years,” Kaptur said.

“And he’s a citizen of three countries. I always ask myself the question, with the damage he’s doing here, when push comes to shove, which country is his loyalty to? South Africa? Canada? Or the United States?”

Her xenophobic comments immediately sparked fierce backlash across social media, with conservatives slamming Kaptur’s hypocrisy—noting that Republicans would face outrage for making similar remarks.

Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-OH), a legal immigrant, blasted Kaptur for demeaning immigrants who dare to challenge the Democrat agenda:

“Just like @elonmusk, I immigrated LEGALLY and pledged my full loyalty to America,” Moreno posted on X. “But Democrats just see us as cheap labor who pick their crops and mow their lawns. If you step out of line & question their liberal narrative, they say you don’t belong here. It’s disgusting.”

Others joined in condemning Kaptur’s remarks:

• “Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) is now a nativist when it comes to Elon Musk,” wrote Greg Price of the White House Rapid Response team.
• “A really bad thing for Marcy Kaptur to say,” added David Williams, Taxpayers Protection Alliance President, questioning whether Kaptur now opposes immigrants altogether.
• “Only immigrant the Democrats aren’t for,” mocked National Review editor Ramesh Ponnuru.

Even the White House’s official rapid response account condemned Kaptur, stating:

“@RepMarcyKaptur is now questioning the loyalty of American citizens. This is a new low.”

Jake Sherman, founder of Punchbowl News, noted this anti-immigrant tone represents a “new direction” for House Democrats—one that exposes their double standards.

The National Republican Congressional Committee didn’t hold back, calling out Democrats’ hypocrisy:

“Marcy Kaptur’s disgusting remark questioning Elon Musk’s loyalty based on his immigrant background exposes the Democrat Party’s descent into nativist rhetoric—the very thing they claim to oppose,” NRCC spokesman Mike Marinella told Fox News Digital.

“Their hypocrisy is clear: they champion open borders when it benefits them but resort to xenophobic attacks when an immigrant doesn’t align with their political agenda.”

Ironically, Kaptur previously signed a 2019 House resolution condemning President Trump for allegedly making xenophobic comments.

The resolution emphasized that “naturalized citizens are just as American as those whose families have been in the United States for generations.”

Yet when an immigrant like Musk pushes back against the Democrat agenda, Kaptur sings a different tune.

Musk has increasingly drawn Democrat ire in recent weeks for cutting federal spending and exposing wasteful government programs through DOGE. However, polling indicates that most Americans support Musk’s mission to rein in government excess.

If Kaptur’s comments reveal anything, it’s that Democrats will smear anyone—even legal immigrants—who challenges their grip on power. As Musk continues to expose the Biden administration’s failures, expect more desperate attacks from the left.

Trump is cleaning out the swamp. And it’s quicker than the elites would like.

Now police descended on this federal agency to make a stunning arrest.

A Social Security Administration employee has been sentenced to two years in prison after admitting to stealing over $75,000 by creating fake profiles for non-existent children and a deceased person.

The fraudulent scheme also netted him two $1,400 pandemic stimulus checks issued under the names of the fictitious children, adding to his illegal haul.

Fraudulent Scheme Using Fake Profiles

In his plea agreement, Lee Marvin Nichols confessed to using his position as a claims specialist to create bogus profiles for two fake children. He then linked these profiles to a recently deceased man to further the scheme.

To conceal his crime, Nichols connected the profiles to a disabled woman in Mexico, making it appear as if she had applied for survivor’s benefits on behalf of the children. However, instead of payments going to her, Nichols arranged for the benefit cards to be sent to a friend’s address. That friend then provided Nichols with the cards in exchange for a cut of the stolen funds.

The IRS also issued $1,400 stimulus payments to each of the fake children in April 2021, boosting Nichols’ illegal gains.

Abusing Public Trust for Personal Gain

Federal authorities condemned Nichols’ actions, emphasizing the breach of public trust.

“The defendant not only stole from the American taxpayer, but he also abused the trust given him as a public servant,” said Nicholas J. Ganjei, U.S. Attorney for Southern Texas, when announcing the two-year sentence on Wednesday.

Nichols’ punishment includes 18 months for fraud and an additional six months for failing to appear in court.

Flight to Mexico Delayed Sentencing

Nichols originally pleaded guilty in October 2023 and was scheduled for sentencing a year ago. However, he skipped his court appearance and fled to Mexico in what prosecutors described as a “luxury pickup truck.” By taking the truck across the border, Nichols prevented it from being seized and sold to help repay the stolen funds.

He was eventually arrested upon returning to the U.S. in September and pleaded guilty to the additional charge of flight in December.

Ordered to Pay Full Restitution

In addition to his prison sentence, U.S. District Judge Rolando Olvera ordered Nichols to repay $85,316 to the Social Security Administration and $2,800 to the IRS to cover the full amount of his fraudulent gains.

The case underscores the serious consequences of abusing government positions for personal enrichment and the federal government’s commitment to holding public employees accountable.

The only thing standing in the way of Trump’s agenda is the courts. Now it’s all coming to a head.

Because Chief Justice John Roberts took Trump by surprise with one massive ruling.

On Wednesday, U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts temporarily halted a federal judge’s order requiring the Trump administration to release $2 billion in foreign aid payments to contractors by midnight.

The decision came in response to an emergency request from the Trump administration, which argued that complying with the order would be impossible within the given timeframe.

Trump Administration Pushes Back Against Payment Order

The administration sought urgent intervention after U.S. District Judge Amir H. Ali mandated the release of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) funds. Officials argued that meeting the judge’s deadline was unrealistic and claimed the order overstepped the president’s authority.

In its filing to the Supreme Court, the Trump administration criticized the ruling, stating it had created:

“An untenable payment plan at odds with the President’s obligations under Article II to protect the integrity of the federal fisc and make appropriate judgments about foreign aid – clear forms of irreparable harm.”

The pause ordered by Justice Roberts may be short-lived, however. Any response from the groups challenging the administration is due before Friday at 12 p.m., after which the Court could decide to lift or extend the hold.

Deep Cuts to USAID Contracts Revealed

The Trump administration also revealed plans to eliminate over 90% of USAID’s foreign aid contracts and slash $60 billion in U.S. assistance worldwide. This disclosure puts hard figures on what the administration describes as an effort to curtail the majority of American development and humanitarian aid abroad.

The sweeping cuts would leave only a small number of USAID projects intact—leaving advocates scrambling to save those programs through ongoing legal challenges.

The memo from the administration defended the cuts, claiming that officials were:

“Clearing significant waste stemming from decades of institutional drift.”

It further noted that additional reforms are on the horizon to streamline how USAID and the State Department deliver foreign aid, emphasizing that the goal is:

“To use taxpayer dollars wisely to advance American interests.”

Trump and Musk Lead Charge Against Foreign Aid

President Donald Trump and his ally, Elon Musk, have been particularly aggressive in their efforts to shrink the federal government, with foreign aid emerging as a primary target. Both have argued that USAID projects promote a liberal agenda and represent wasteful spending.

Their efforts mark a dramatic departure from decades of U.S. foreign policy, which traditionally viewed foreign aid as a tool to stabilize global economies, build alliances, and advance American interests abroad.

Emergency Appeals to the Supreme Court

The foreign aid case is not the first time the Trump administration has sought emergency relief from the Supreme Court. In a separate case, the administration argued that a lower court was wrong to reinstate the head of a federal watchdog agency after Trump fired him.

With the latest pause in the foreign aid battle, the Supreme Court may soon face yet another high-stakes decision in the ongoing legal clashes over the scope of presidential authority.

The mainstream media has never been one for calm and factual reporting. Now they’ve gone off the deep end.

And now a CNN panel erupted into chaos after hearing this one word.

CNN’s Scott Jennings pushed back hard against a CNN panel attempting to paint President Trump as a “dictator,” pointing to data showing that Trump has been far more transparent with the press than Joe Biden or other modern presidents.

During a heated exchange on “CNN Newsnight” Tuesday, Jennings clashed with former DNC spokesperson Xochitl Hinojosa and host Abby Phillip over claims that Trump’s handling of the press was authoritarian. Jennings quickly dismantled the narrative by citing a post from former CNN journalist Chris Cillizza, which revealed Trump had taken over 1,009 questions from the media in the first month of his new administration.

“Our old friend Chris Cillizza, who calculated that in the first month of the Trump Administration, the president took 1,009 questions. Hardly dictatorial behavior,” Jennings fired back.

Jennings’ fact-check came after Hinojosa accused Trump of trying to silence critical media outlets.

“When Trump doesn’t like a question, he doesn’t like a story in The New York Times, he doesn’t like anything that someone says about him, he can ban those individuals,” Hinojosa claimed. “That’s something a dictator would do. That is something that is scary frankly.”

Phillip jumped in to reinforce Hinojosa’s point, reading a post from New York Times reporter Peter Baker, who likened Trump’s press management to Kremlin-style media control.

Jennings wasn’t buying it.

He pointed out that not only has Trump faced the press more than any recent president, but the Biden administration—which the media rarely criticizes—has done far more to restrict press access.

“Same stat for Joe Biden: 141,” Jennings said, referring to the far lower number of questions Biden took during his first month.

He then dropped another bombshell:

“And I would remind you all that in 2023, the Biden Administration revoked the hard passes of 442 journalists.”

Phillip tried to soften the blow by claiming many of those journalists lost their passes because they failed to attend press events regularly. Jennings didn’t let her spin the facts.

“I don’t know. They lost their access. They lost their access. 442,” he shot back, refusing to let the Biden-friendly excuse go unchallenged.

The Biden White House’s crackdown on journalists went largely ignored by mainstream media outlets, while any perceived slight from Trump draws hysterical accusations of “dictatorship.”

The reality remains clear: Trump—despite relentless media attacks—has been more open to press scrutiny than Biden, whose handlers routinely shield him from tough questions.

As Jennings’ takedown demonstrated, the real threat to press freedom isn’t coming from Trump—it’s coming from the very people accusing him of being a dictator.

TRUTH BOMBARDMENT al la mass 💣💣💣💣💣

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— Dante Rossi (@tvc1five) February 26, 2025