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Tim Burchett Rep. Tim Burchett Calls for Abolishing IRS as Trump Floats Ending Federal Income Tax Republican Rep. Tim Burchett of Tennessee is calling for the abolition of the Internal Revenue Service, aligning himself with growing momentum inside the Republican Party as President Donald Trump openly suggests the United States could eliminate federal income taxes altogether. Burchett’s comments come after Trump told reporters Tuesday that Americans may soon “not even have income tax to pay,” arguing that tariff-driven revenue under his administration could make the federal income tax unnecessary. “At some point in the not too distant future you won’t even have income tax to pay,” Trump said following a cabinet meeting. “The revenue we’re collecting is so great — so enormous.” Trump Pushes Tariff-Based Revenue Model Trump has repeatedly endorsed replacing income taxes with tariffs, marking his most explicit support yet for a historic overhaul of the American tax system. If enacted, el...

  President Trump With AG Pam Bondi Attorney General Pam Bondi Praises Dan Bongino Following FBI Retirement Announcement in 2026 Washington D.C. : U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi , the 87th Attorney General serving under President Donald Trump, publicly praised Dan Bongino following his announcement that he will retire from the FBI in January. Bondi reacted by resharing Bongino’s announcement on social media , offering a brief but pointed message highlighting his impact on public safety during his time at the bureau. “Americans are safer because of FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino’s service,” Bondi wrote. “Thank you, Dan.” Recognition From Top Justice Department Official Bondi’s message adds to a growing list of high-profile acknowledgments from senior administration officials following Bongino’s decision to step down. Her comments align with statements previously issued by FBI Director Kash Patel, who credited Bongino with reform efforts, operational leadership, and progress on...

  Photo "Donald Trump" by  Dan Scavino Quinnipiac Poll Shows Record-Low Approval for Congressional Democrats A new Quinnipiac University poll reveals a historic low level of public approval for congressional Democrats, underscoring deep voter dissatisfaction as the party looks ahead to the next phase of President Donald Trump’s second term. According to the survey released Wednesday, just 18 percent of respondents approve of the job Democrats in Congress are doing, while 73 percent disapprove — resulting in a net approval rating of minus 55 points . The findings mark the lowest approval rating since Quinnipiac began tracking congressional approval in 2009. The new numbers surpass the previous low recorded in July, when approval stood at 19 percent. Fallout From Government Shutdown The sharp decline in approval follows the end of a 43-day government shutdown , which concluded after a group of eight Senate Democrats agreed to reopen the government without securing protection...

FBI Director Kash Patel & Deputy Director Dan Bongino in a Single Frame FBI Director Kash Patel Praises Dan Bongino After Retirement Announcement FBI Director Kash Patel issued strong praise for Dan Bongino following Bongino’s announcement that he will retire from the bureau in January, crediting him with playing a key role in reform efforts and major investigative breakthroughs. In a statement released after the announcement, Patel described Bongino as an essential partner in restoring public trust and operational effectiveness within the FBI. “Dan is the best partner I could’ve asked for in helping restore this FBI,” Patel said. “He brought critical reforms to make the organization more efficient, led the successful Summer Heat operation , served as the people’s voice for transparency, and delivered major breakthroughs in long unsolved cases like the pipe bomb investigation .” READ MORE:  Benny Johnson Praises Bongino’s FBI Service Following Resignation Key Contributions ...

Benny Johnson Benny Johnson Praises Dan Bongino’s FBI Service Following Resignation Announcement Conservative commentator Benny Johnson is praising Dan Bongino following his announcement that he will step down from his role at the FBI, calling the move one of the most selfless acts in modern political history. In a statement reacting to Bongino’s resignation, Johnson highlighted the significance of Bongino’s decision to leave behind a highly successful media career to take on what many viewed as an impossible task: reforming the FBI. “Dan Bongino was rich, successful, and powerful,” Johnson said. “He had the biggest show in America and ran a media empire. When President Trump asked, Dan left everything behind for a mission most people thought was impossible—fixing the FBI.” Leaving Success for Public Service Before joining the bureau, Bongino was one of the most influential voices in conservative media. Johnson emphasized that Bongino’s choice to walk away from wealth and influence to...

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino Dan Bongino Announces Resignation From FBI, Says He Is Returning to Media FBI's Deputy Director Dan Bongino, a prominent conservative media figure and former Secret Service agent, has announced that he will resign from his position at the FBI in January, bringing an end to a high-profile and controversial chapter of public service. Bongino confirmed his departure in a statement, thanking President Donald Trump, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and FBI Director Kash Patel for the opportunity to serve. He emphasized that his decision was driven by family priorities after an intense period of work inside the bureau. “I will be leaving my position with the FBI in January,” Bongino said. “I want to thank President Trump, AG Bondi, and Director Patel for the opportunity to serve with purpose. Most importantly, I want to thank you, my fellow Americans, for the privilege to serve you.” Leaving Media Empire to Take on FBI Reform Before joining the FBI, Bongino wa...

Mar A Lago Declassified Memo Raises New Questions About FBI’s Decision to Raid Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Washington — Newly declassified documents sent to Congress have reignited controversy over the FBI’s 2022 search of former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence, suggesting that some FBI officials initially questioned whether there was sufficient probable cause for the raid. The documents, first reported by Fox News and later referenced by Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), include internal emails between the FBI and the Department of Justice that appear to show hesitation within the bureau prior to the August 2022 search. In a post on X on Tuesday, Grassley said the records show the FBI “did not believe it had probable cause” to conduct the search but moved forward after pressure from the Department of Justice. Grassley described the raid as a “miscarriage of justice” and called for further accountability. Internal FBI Emails Cited According to the declassified emails, an FBI offic...

  Byron Donalds Trump-Endorsed Byron Donalds Holds Commanding Lead in Florida GOP Governor Primary, New Poll Shows Florida — U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds remains the clear frontrunner in the Florida Republican gubernatorial primary, holding a massive lead over his potential rivals, according to a new survey conducted by The American Promise , a top Florida-based polling firm. The poll shows Donalds with 38% support among likely Republican primary voters, far ahead of Lt. Gov. Jay Collins , who received 9% . Azoria CEO James Fishback registered 2% , while former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner stood at 1% . Nearly 49% of respondents said they remain undecided. The survey was conducted December 8–9 and carries a 3.46-point margin of error , according to pollster Ryan Tyson , who previously served as pollster for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ presidential campaign. Trump Endorsement Supercharges Donalds’ Support When voters were informed of President Donald Trump’s endorsement , Donalds’ sup...

John Fetterman Sen. John Fetterman Backs Trump Administration’s Venezuelan Oil Blockade and Caribbean Strikes Washington — Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) has become the first Democratic senator to publicly support President Donald Trump’s plan to impose a total blockade on Venezuelan oil tankers, breaking with much of his party amid growing debate over the administration’s expanding use of military force in the drug war. Fetterman also defended the Trump administration’s unilateral strikes against suspected cartel-linked vessels in the Caribbean, comparing them to drone operations carried out under former President Barack Obama. “I think what’s happening right now is consistent,” Fetterman said Tuesday in an interview with NewsNation’s Chris Cuomo . “It’s not unreasonable to compare that to what President Obama was doing during his presidency. He was using drone hits, and he took out thousands of terrorists. And if I was in the Senate at that time, I would have supported those as well.” ...

  Donald Trump U.S. Gas Prices Fall to Lowest Level Since March 2021 Ahead of Christmas Travel Washington — Gasoline prices across the United States have dropped to their lowest level in more than four years, offering relief to drivers just ahead of the busy Christmas travel period. As of Tuesday, the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline stood at $2.90 , according to data from AAA. The figure marks a four-year low , last seen in March 2021, and reflects a third consecutive week of declines . Prices are also about 12 cents lower than this time last year . Industry analysts attribute the continued slide to U.S. refineries completing seasonal maintenance and increasing fuel production, combined with falling crude oil prices. “Just ahead of Christmas, the national average stands at its lowest level since March 12, 2021, delivering weekly savings of nearly $400 million compared to this time last year,” said Patrick De Haan , head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. G...

Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Calls for Expulsion of Rep. Ilhan Omar After Controversial Remarks on Somalia TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is calling for sweeping action against Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) , urging Congress to expel her and federal authorities to pursue denaturalization and deportation following remarks in which she appeared to emphasize her role in protecting Somali interests. DeSantis, a former Republican presidential candidate, made the comments on social media after video surfaced of Omar speaking to a Somali audience. In the speech, Omar said her presence in Congress ensures Somalia’s interests are protected within the U.S. political system. “The U.S. is a country where one of your daughters is in Congress to represent your interest,” Omar said. “For as long as I am in the U.S. Congress, Somalia will never be in danger, its waters will not be stolen by Ethiopia or others. Sleep in comfort...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Federal Civil Rights Investigation Launched Into Boston Housing Program Under Mayor Michelle Wu BOSTON — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has opened a civil rights investigation into Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s housing policies, raising questions about whether the city’s affordable housing programs unlawfully prioritize applicants based on race. HUD officials confirmed Thursday that the probe will examine Boston initiatives that allegedly favor Black and Latino residents in access to affordable housing. The investigation marks the first racial discrimination inquiry into a city’s housing practices under the Civil Rights Act initiated during President Donald Trump’s current administration. Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon confirmed the investigation publicly, signaling that federal authorities are scrutinizing whether Boston’s policies violate constitutional and civil rights protecti...