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-US appeals court halts Trump contempt proceedings as directed by Boasberg
-A look into NASA’s expedited plans for lunar nuclear power and new space stations to stay ahead of global competitors
–Ghislaine Maxwell prison transfer termed ‘highly unusual’ by former federal prison official
Republican leader criticizes Tim Walz for Minnesota law that led to release of axe murderer
EXCLUSIVE: The highest-ranking Minnesotan in Congress is condemning Gov. Tim Walz after a man who killed his family as a teenager was freed from prison.
“Once again, Tim Walz demonstrates why he is one of the most ineffective governors in the nation,” House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., stated to Fox News Digital.
“Not only do his lenient crime policies deprive victims of the justice they deserve, but they also jeopardize the safety of every Minnesotan. Being a self-proclaimed knucklehead does not excuse the havoc he has caused with his risky, far-left agenda.”
Emmer, as the GOP whip, is the No. 3 House Republican leader…READ MORE.
House Majority Whip Tom Emmer and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are seen in a split image. (REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz | AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
White House
CARTEL TAKEDOWN: Trump authorizes military action against Latin American cartels classified as terrorist organizations
WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 20: President Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) (Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)
IN CUFFS: Kash Patel criticizes ‘corrupt’ sanctuary sheriff indicted for cannabis company extortion
PARTY HOPPER: EXCLUSIVE: Duncan says Trump’s criticisms justify his switch from GOP to Democratic Party: ‘He’s making my case for me’
Former Republican Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan this week switch parties and became a Democrat. (Getty Images)
‘REAL CONSEQUENCES’: Noem, in Illinois, calls out Gov. Pritzker, Chicago’s mayor over their handling of criminal illegal immigrants
World Stage
GLOBAL DEPORT LINKS: List of countries accepting illegal immigrant deportees expands with latest African partners
SPECIAL RELATIONSHIP: US, UK ‘disagree’ on Gaza plan but ‘share’ same goal Vance says ahead of Lammy meeting
Vice President JD Vance shakes hands with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy during a meeting at Chevening House on August 8, 2025 in Sevenoaks, England. (Suzanne Plunkett – WPA Pool/Getty Images)
Capitol Hill
PATRIOTISM UPROAR: Cuban-born congressman calls for ‘Squad’ member’s removal over ‘Guatemalan before American’ remark
Reps. Carlos Gimenez, left, Delia Ramirez, right (Reuters; Getty)
HEATED BATTLE: Former Democratic advisor says party’s rhetoric on redistricting is getting ‘a little out of control’
Across America
PACS UNDER PROBE: Texas AG investigates Beto O’Rourke PAC over support for quorum-breaking lawmakers
JOB RUNNING: Party of ‘crazies’: Dems comply with outrageous redistricting stunts due to primary threats, state rep says
Texas Democrats stood next to Illinois lawmakers on Aug. 4, 2025, to oppose redistricting measures proposed by Texas Republicans. (Fox News)
ON THE RUN: Texas asks Illinois court to enforce arrest warrants for Democratic lawmakers
BREAKING POINT: Chicago’s budget shortfall puts spotlight on Mamdani’s ‘socialism’ agenda for New York City
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr speaks to supporters at a campaign event on Nov. 7, 2022 in Kennesaw, Georgia. Carr is speaking out against progressive prosecutors who he says are hurting the communities they claim to be champions of. (Megan Varner/Getty Images)
CASH CLASH: Georgia attorney general sues GOP opponent in governor’s race over campaign financing
PUBLIC SCHOOL CRISIS: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker criticized for new ‘disastrous policy’ requiring mental health screenings for kids
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