Two members of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a federal office tied to the current administration, were granted user accounts on classified networks that hold sensitive information regarding the United States’ nuclear arsenal, according to two sources with access to those networks. The individuals identified are Luke Farritor, a
The United States Supreme Court will hear arguments on Monday in a case that examines the scope of federal laws requiring special support for students with disabilities in public schools. The case concerns Ava Tharpe, a teenager with severe disabilities caused by a rare form of epilepsy. She needs assistance
The recent Champion of Liberty Dinner and Celebration, organized by the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom, was a great success. It brought together prominent members of the community at the Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science. Carlos Diaz-Rosillo, Founding Director of the center, extended his sincere thanks to
A federal judge has ordered changes to a key component of a proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit against the NCAA, potentially delaying or altering the planned July 1 implementation. The $2.8 billion agreement aims to replace scholarship limits with roster-size restrictions, allowing more athletes to be eligible for financial
In March, existing home sales in the United States fell by 5.9% compared to February, marking the steepest monthly decline since November 2022, based on seasonally adjusted data. Compared to the same month last year, sales were down 2.4%. This drop came as a surprise to some analysts following February’s
The U.S. Department of Education has announced that it will resume collections on defaulted federal student loans beginning May 5, ending a pause that began at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This resumption allows the government to once again withhold tax refunds, Social Security benefits, and potentially wages from
Florida Senator Rick Scott met with Javier Cárdenas Moreno, President and CEO of Rhino Equipment, in a meeting that highlighted the important role of Florida businesses in the US and Ibero-American economies. During the meeting, Senator Scott expressed his support and gratitude to Javier Cárdenas Moreno and all Florida businesses
A recent survey of over 500 political scientists suggests growing concern that democracy in the United States may be facing a decline. The study, conducted by Bright Line Watch, asked experts to rate the current state of American democracy on a scale from 0 (complete dictatorship) to 100 (perfect democracy).
The man who killed 23 people in a racist attack targeting “Mexican” shoppers at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas, in 2019, was sentenced to 23 consecutive life sentences after pleading guilty in state court on Monday morning. Patrick Crusius accepted a plea deal offered by the El Paso District
On Tuesday, Ron DeSantis was elected governor of Florida, securing a victory fueled by the strong support of President Donald Trump and his supporters. This political backing, along with a focus on the state’s economy and community well-being, was key to his success. DeSantis, a staunch advocate of Trump’s policies,
Federal agency expands use of surveillance and AI-based monitoring tools U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is deploying advanced technology to strengthen its ability to identify and monitor individuals within the country. The new tools include mobile applications that allow federal agents to scan a person’s face through a phone
The Los Angeles rapper leads the field with his album “GNX” and hit single featuring SZA Kendrick Lamar’s dominance in the music industry shows no sign of slowing. The Los Angeles rapper received nine nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards, marking another milestone in his celebrated career. His name appears
The White House reinstates nomination after previous withdrawal President Donald Trump has once again nominated tech entrepreneur and astronaut Jared Isaacman to serve as NASA administrator, months after initially withdrawing his name over concerns related to political affiliations. The earlier withdrawal, announced in May, followed what Trump described as a