Texas Sheriff on Border Migrant Surge: ‘Not Just a Texas Problem. It’s an America Problem’

Towns across Texas are being overwhelmed by tens of thousands of surging illegal migrants, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton told a press conference Wednesday. The press conference took place along the U.S. border with Mexico and included sheriffs from cities across the state who are “overwhelmed” by the surge of illegal migrants. Pinky Gonzales, sheriff of … Continue reading Texas Sheriff on Border Migrant Surge: ‘Not Just a Texas Problem. It’s an America Problem’

Barnard Prof. sparks outrage with calls to ‘gas,’ ‘explode’ white people

(Photo by Jeenah Moon/Getty Images) OAN NewsroomUPDATED 5:30 PM PT – Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Barnard College of Columbia University in New York has come under fire after one of its professors spoke about “blowing up” and “gassing” white people in what he called a possible “race war.” AUDIO: Author Ben Philippe talks to CBC … Continue reading Barnard Prof. sparks outrage with calls to ‘gas,’ ‘explode’ white people

Frank Luntz: ‘I don’t remember a time in my lifetime when people are more divided than they are right now’

Republican pollster and political consultant Frank Luntz spoke to a diverse group of voters from around the country about what key issues they wanted President Biden to address in his first speech to a joint session of Congress. The veteran pollster told “Special Report with Bret Baier” he didn’t know how the president was going … Continue reading Frank Luntz: ‘I don’t remember a time in my lifetime when people are more divided than they are right now’

Ohio to Allow Transgender People to Change Gender on Birth Certificates

The State of Ohio is set to become the 49th state to allow transgender people to change their gender on their official birth certificates. The Ohio Department of Health has decided not to appeal a federal court ruling from December that ruled the state’s ban on gender changes in birth records is unconstitutional. In December, … Continue reading Ohio to Allow Transgender People to Change Gender on Birth Certificates

US Senate confirms Biden pick Power to head USAID

The U.S. Senate voted on Wednesday to confirm Samantha Power, the former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, to lead the U.S. Agency for International Development. Power, who was nominated by President Joe Biden, was confirmed in a bipartisan vote of 68-26. EVERYTHING TO KNOW ABOUT BIDEN’S FIRST ADDRESS TO CONGRESS “I’m confident her experience, tenacity … Continue reading US Senate confirms Biden pick Power to head USAID

Watch: Meghan McCain Accuses ‘The View’ of Ignoring Hunter Biden Stories

Meghan McCain told her co-hosts on Wednesday’s broadcast of ABC’s “The View” that they have not been even-handed on coverage using the example of a lack of Hunter Biden coverage compared to a great deal of negative coverage of former President Donald Trump’s children. McCain said, “What I find interesting is not the stories we … Continue reading Watch: Meghan McCain Accuses ‘The View’ of Ignoring Hunter Biden Stories

GOP Lawmakers Call for State Dept. IG Probe of John Kerry for Allegedly Sharing Israeli Secrets with Iran

Three Republican members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee demanded Wednesday that the inspector general at the U.S. Department of State investigate Special Envoy John Kerry to determine the validity of recently surfaced allegations that he shared sensitive information about Israeli military operations with Iran. Reps. Andy Barr (R-KY), Ann Wagner (R-MO), and Lee Zeldin … Continue reading GOP Lawmakers Call for State Dept. IG Probe of John Kerry for Allegedly Sharing Israeli Secrets with Iran

Crews working to contain ‘flag fire’ in Ariz.

A fire-fighter dampens smoldering vegetation, finally getting a fierce forest. (Photo by RODGER BOSCH/AFP via Getty Images) OAN NewsroomUPDATED 4:00 PM PT – Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Fire crews have gotten closer to containing the wildfire in northwest Arizona. On Wednesday, emergency officials said the “flag fire” that started Sunday had received a significant amount … Continue reading Crews working to contain ‘flag fire’ in Ariz.

Judge: 30-Day Hold on Release of Bodycam Footage of Andrew Brown Shooting

Judge Jeffrey Foster ruled on Wednesday that more bodycam footage of the shooting death of Andrew Brown Jr. cannot be released for at least 30 days. Foster indicated he understands public interest in the footage, but worries releasing it could hurt the investigation into the shooting, ABC 6 reported. The footage could be released after 30 … Continue reading Judge: 30-Day Hold on Release of Bodycam Footage of Andrew Brown Shooting

Report: Teachers Unions Spike Democrat Campaign Contributions as Congress Debates Schools Reopening

Teachers Union PACs are spiking campaign contributions to Democrat congressional candidates and committees as the Congress debates school reopening and money for education, according to a report. American Federation of Teachers (AFT) PAC and the National Education Association’s (NEA) PAC have increased their donations to Democrat congressional candidates and committees. Roll Call reports, “The nation’s largest teachers unions sharply … Continue reading Report: Teachers Unions Spike Democrat Campaign Contributions as Congress Debates Schools Reopening

Full Disclosure on Scalia

The U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C., July 2, 2020 (Jonathan Ernst/Reuters) In a 1995 case, Justice Antonin Scalia voted to uphold a statute banning anonymous campaign literature. In 2003, voting to strike down restrictions on campaign advertisements, he wrote that the influences of donors “are well enough checked (so long as adequate campaign-expenditure … Continue reading Full Disclosure on Scalia

John Kerry could face State Dept. probe over Iran bombshell if GOP lawmakers get their way

Three Republican lawmakers on Wednesday called on the acting inspector general for the State Department to investigate John Kerry, the special envoy for climate and former secretary of state, disclosed Israeli secrets to Iran.  In a letter to Acting Inspector General Diana Shaw, Reps. Ann Wagner, R-Mo., Andy Barr, R-Ky. and Lee Zeldin, R-NY urged a full investigation … Continue reading John Kerry could face State Dept. probe over Iran bombshell if GOP lawmakers get their way

Schiff: ‘We Can’t Ignore’ Some of Trump Base Is Part of Domestic Terrorism Threat

Representative Adam Schiff (D-CA) said Wednesday on MSNBC’s “Deadline” that we could not ignore the so-called predominant domestic threat was the white national threat and “some of the folks are part of the Trump base.” Wallace said, “I want to ask you about the work on the intelligence committee. Is it different now that the intel … Continue reading Schiff: ‘We Can’t Ignore’ Some of Trump Base Is Part of Domestic Terrorism Threat

State lawmakers fight to amend Constitution with convention of states

WASHINGTON, DC – DECEMBER 17: A copy of the U.S. Constitution is propped up in front of the desk of Rep. Alcee Hastings (D-FL) during a House Rules Committee hearing on the impeachment against President Donald Trump on December 17, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Andrew Harnik-Pool/Getty Images) OAN NewsroomUPDATED 4:00 PM PT – … Continue reading State lawmakers fight to amend Constitution with convention of states

Stacey Abrams group lashes out after Washington Post fact check doles out ‘Pinocchios’

The organization formed by Georgia voting rights activist Stacey Abrams, Fair Fight, took to Twitter Wednesday to push back on a Washington Post report fact-checking recent comments made by Abrams regarding the state’s new voting laws. During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on voting rights last week, Abrams claimed the new law passed in late March “eliminates hours … Continue reading Stacey Abrams group lashes out after Washington Post fact check doles out ‘Pinocchios’

Oh, Good — More ‘You Didn’t Build That’-ism!

President Joe Biden speaks about his $2 trillion infrastructure plan in Pittsburgh, Pa., March 31, 2021. (Jonathan Ernst/Reuters) Joe Biden says: “Wall Street didn’t build this country. The middle class built this country. And unions built the middle class.” Like so much that comes out of President Biden’s mouth, this is part dishonesty and part … Continue reading Oh, Good — More ‘You Didn’t Build That’-ism!

Ahead of Joint Session Speech, GOP Rep Pans Biden’s ‘Foreign Policy Blunder’ at the Border

A family of migrants cross the Rio Bravo River to turn themselves in to U.S Border Patrol agents to request asylum in El Paso, Texas, seen from Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, March 30, 2021. (Edgard Garrido/Reuters) The top Republican on the House Foreign Affairs Committee called President Joe Biden’s handling of the border “the biggest failure … Continue reading Ahead of Joint Session Speech, GOP Rep Pans Biden’s ‘Foreign Policy Blunder’ at the Border

Biden to cite ‘worst attack on our democracy since the Civil War’ in address to Congress

President Biden Wednesday evening in his address to Congress, that he took over as president after “the worst attack on our democracy since the Civil War,” an apparent reference to the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol. According to prepared remarks released by the White House, the president plans to paint his ascendancy to office … Continue reading Biden to cite ‘worst attack on our democracy since the Civil War’ in address to Congress

West Virginia transgender athlete bill signed by governor

West Virginia’s Republican governor signed a bill Wednesday that bans transgender athletes from competing in female sports in middle and high schools and colleges. The bill was among 38 signed by Gov. Jim Justice. It had narrowly passed the state Senate, which had added the college component, before being overwhelmingly approved in the House of … Continue reading West Virginia transgender athlete bill signed by governor

The Pause That Refreshed

An immigration officer administers the oath during a swearing-in of newly naturalized United States citizens in a parking lot in Santa Ana, Calif., July 29, 2020. (Mike Blake/Reuters) I’m afraid Henry Olsen erred in a recent column about a draft document by the aborted America First Caucus. (Ramesh referred to Olsen’s column in making a … Continue reading The Pause That Refreshed

Andy McCarthy calls federal agents raiding Rudy Giuliani’s New York City apartment an ‘aggressive’ move

Former Chief Assistant U.S. Attorney and Fox News contributor Andrew McCarthy and former federal prosecutor Brett Tolman joined “The Story” Wednesday to react to federal investigators raiding the apartment of former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani as part of Ukraine investigation. ANDY MCCARTHY: It’s certainly is aggressive. If you are a subject of an investigation, you have a … Continue reading Andy McCarthy calls federal agents raiding Rudy Giuliani’s New York City apartment an ‘aggressive’ move

Lawmakers urge Biden to push Iranian regime on rights abuses, amid bipartisan support for resolution

Two lawmakers have written to President Biden urging him to place human rights, and holding human rights abusers accountable, at the center of his Iran policy — just as a resolution backing a secular and democratic Iran has picked up majority support in the House. The resolution, introduced by Reps. Tom McClintock, R-Calif., and Brad Sherman, … Continue reading Lawmakers urge Biden to push Iranian regime on rights abuses, amid bipartisan support for resolution

Catholic bishops could consider whether Biden should recieve Communion

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is holding a meeting in June to consider whether its Committee on Doctrine should draft a document clarifying the church’s stance on abortion. The meeting and consideration come as President Biden continues to support abortion rights while also claiming the title of a “devout Catholic.” While the USCCB deferred comment on exactly what … Continue reading Catholic bishops could consider whether Biden should recieve Communion

First lady hosts virtual guests, including transgender teen, for Biden address to congress

First Lady Dr. Jill Biden held a virtual reception Wednesday for guests invited to watch President Biden’s first address to Congress – an unusual event held in light of strict coronavirus restrictions. Guests of the first lady would traditionally sit in her viewing box for the president’s speech, but with invite-only protocols issued to top … Continue reading First lady hosts virtual guests, including transgender teen, for Biden address to congress

Possible ‘Treason:’ GOP Lawmaker Urges Biden to Revoke Kerry’s Security Clearance

Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) urged President Joe Biden Tuesday to rescind the security clearance granted to Obama-era Secretary of State John Kerry, who now sits on the National Security Council as the special envoy on climate change. Biggs, the chairman of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, requested the suspension of Kerry’s security clearance in a … Continue reading Possible ‘Treason:’ GOP Lawmaker Urges Biden to Revoke Kerry’s Security Clearance

Kathy Griffin Says She Stopped Seeing Prosthetic Dentist Who Brought Up ‘Clinton Cash’

Anti-Trump comedian Kathy Griffin has revealed she stopped seeing a prosthetic dentist because he was “lecturing” her about the bestselling book Clinton Cash by Breitbart News senior contributor Peter Schweizer. Griffin brought up the 2015 book in response to CNN researcher Andrew Kaczynski, who observed, “I am fairly certain every dentist in Congress is a Republican.” “I … Continue reading Kathy Griffin Says She Stopped Seeing Prosthetic Dentist Who Brought Up ‘Clinton Cash’

Joe Biden Will Scold Republicans for ‘Worst Attack on Our Democracy Since the Civil War’ in Address to the Nation

President Joe Biden will use his first address to Congress Wednesday evening to draw attention to the January 6 riot on Capitol Hill as supporters of former President Donald Trump protested the 2020 election. The president will describe the riot as “the worst attack on our democracy since the Civil War” according to advance excerpts … Continue reading Joe Biden Will Scold Republicans for ‘Worst Attack on Our Democracy Since the Civil War’ in Address to the Nation

Study: Dems & MSM are wrong, U.S. race relations at their best in years

People rally in Times Square in New York City April 20, 2021 after Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all counts. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images) OAN NewsroomUPDATED 2:10 PM PT – Wednesday, April 28, 2021 A new report found race relations in America are actually at their best right now. According … Continue reading Study: Dems & MSM are wrong, U.S. race relations at their best in years

Andrew Giuliani blasts FBI raid on dad’s home: ‘This is absolutely absurd’ 

Andrew Giuliani fiercely defended his father Rudy Wednesday, blasting the FBI raid on the former New York City mayor’s home as “disgusting” and “absurd.” “I am speaking as a son and a concerned American,” Giuliani told reporters outside Rudy Giuliani’s Big Apple home. “Anybody, any American, whether you are red or blue, should be extremely disturbed by what happened … Continue reading Andrew Giuliani blasts FBI raid on dad’s home: ‘This is absolutely absurd’