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  Riley Podleski With Sean Parnell at the Pentagon Riley Podleski: Rising Star in Conservative Communications Joins Department of Defense as Assistant Press Secretary Washington, D.C. — Riley Podleski, a dynamic and rising figure in conservative media and government communications, was ceremonially sworn in on July 15, 2025 , as the Assistant Press Secretary at the United States Department of Defense . In a statement following the ceremony, she expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve in the Trump administration, saying: “It’s truly an honor to serve President Donald J. Trump and Secretary Pete Hegseth.” 🇺🇸 📚 Education & Background A proud graduate of Liberty University , Podleski holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science , aligning her educational foundation with her passion for policy, communications, and national service. Originally from Texas and now residing in Washington, D.C. , Podleski has rapidly climbed the ladder in political communications throug...

  MAGA Minute vs MAGA Cruelty 🚨 NEWS: Democrats Accused of Copying MAGA Minute with ‘Temu Version’ of Karoline Leavitt — View Counts Say It All In a striking case of digital déjà vu, political observers are calling out the Democratic Party for what many see as a blatant knockoff of the viral conservative segment “MAGA Minute,” hosted by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt . Side-by-side clips circulating online show the GOP's polished, high-energy update boasting 2.5 million views and 195,000 likes , compared to the Democrats' version titled "This Week In MAGA Cruelty" which netted just 1,600 views and 114 likes on YouTube — a meager 0.064% of Leavitt’s engagement. Critics online have dubbed the Democratic host the “ Temu version of Karoline Leavitt ,” mocking the production and impact of the segment. 🔴 What’s In the MAGA Minute? Karoline Leavitt’s “MAGA Minute,” posted on the official White House YouTube channel, highlighted: 147,000 new jobs added ...

DeSantis vs Elon Musk DeSantis Warns Musk’s New ‘America Party’ Could Hand Congress to Democrats, Urges Article V Reforms Instead Tallahassee, FL — Florida Governor Ron DeSantis broke his silence Monday on Elon Musk’s surprise decision to launch the “America Party,” telling reporters the move could splinter the conservative vote and all but guarantee Democratic victories in closely fought House and Senate races. “Elon is one of the most innovative entrepreneurs in world history,” DeSantis said at the State Capitol. “But if he funds Senate and House candidates in competitive races, Democrats will win every one of them. I’m a Republican; I don’t want to see that happen.” Musk’s third‑party gambit Musk announced the America Party last week, framing it as a new political home for voters disillusioned with both major parties after a public rift with President Donald Trump over a sweeping tax‑and‑spending bill.( Reuters , PBS ) Analysts say the billionaire’s money and social‑media reac...

  The Royal Family With The Trump Family Washington, D.C. / London — In a historic diplomatic development, President Donald J. Trump will embark on an official State Visit to the United Kingdom from September 17 to 19, 2025 , at the invitation of His Majesty King Charles III , Buckingham Palace announced on Monday. President Trump will be accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump during the three-day visit, which is set to include a formal reception at Windsor Castle and other ceremonial events. This marks an unprecedented second State Visit for the U.S. president—making Trump the first elected American leader in modern history to receive such an honor twice from the British Crown. 👑 Hosted by the King, Not Parliament The visit is scheduled for a time when Parliament is in recess , thereby removing the possibility of President Trump addressing both Houses of Parliament . Past U.S. presidents such as Barack Obama and Bill Clinton have been invited to speak at Westminster dur...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Deflects Question on Who Trump Supports to Govern Areas A and B in West Bank Washington, D.C. — During Monday’s White House press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt was asked a pointed question about former President Donald Trump’s stance on governance in the West Bank , specifically Areas A and B , and Israel’s sovereignty over the territory. The question, referencing the Palestinian Authority’s track record — including its “pay-to-slay” policies, promotion of antisemitism in education, lack of democratic elections for nearly two decades, and overall corruption — asked who President Trump would support to govern the West Bank’s Area A and B to prevent Hamas from gaining control . Leavitt acknowledged the concerns but largely sidestepped the governance issue in her response: “Well, the President believes Israel, of course, has a right to defend itself,” Leavit...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr White House Defends Timing of Texas Flood Warnings Amid Criticism They Were Sent While Residents Slept Washington, D.C. — During a White House press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded to growing questions about whether Texas flood warnings were issued late — at a time when many residents were likely asleep and unaware of the danger . A reporter asked why key alerts were sent out during the “wee hours” when people were least likely to see them, prompting concerns about the effectiveness of the National Weather Service’s (NWS) communications during the deadly natural disaster. “The alerts were sent before the flood, but yes, they went out while people were sleeping — because the flood hit in the very early hours of the morning,” Leavitt responded. “That was an act of God. It’s not the administration’s fault that the flood happened at that time.” Leavitt emphasized that federal weather agencies did...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr Karoline Leavitt Slams NWS Union Staffing Claims Amid Texas Flood Tragedy: "Depraved and Despicable" By [Anoop Jain] | July 8, 2025 | Washington, D.C. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt delivered a forceful rebuttal Thursday in response to claims from the National Weather Service (NWS) union , which alleged that inadequate staffing may have impacted forecasting prior to the deadly floods in Texas earlier this week. Speaking at a press briefing, Leavitt firmly rejected the union's statement, calling the claims politically motivated and “ despicable ,” especially in the wake of a national tragedy. “I think those comments are depraved and despicable, especially when so many Americans are mourning the loss of their children,” Leavitt said. NWS Union Claims Spark Political Firestorm The controversy began when the union representing National Weather Service employees publicly questioned whether recent ...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr "Dan Bongino Fires Back: FBI Reforms Are Making America Safer — The Data Proves It" By Anoop Jain | [July 05, 2025] Washington, D.C. — In a direct and unapologetic response to a recent New York Times article titled “Trump’s Politicized F.B.I. Has Made Americans Less Safe,” FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino blasted the piece as a "poorly thought out hit job" and offered hard data to challenge what he called a “fictional narrative” crafted by partisan journalism. “This NY Times article is precisely why hard-working Americans simply do not trust the media,” Bongino posted in a statement shared across official FBI and personal platforms. The article, which criticized sweeping personnel changes and organizational reforms under Bongino and FBI Director Kash Patel , argued that political influence is weakening the Bureau. Bongino, however, called the article’s conclusions “so ridiculous that a child could deb...

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem By Anoop Jain | June 28, 2025 Guatemala City, Guatemala — In a twist that sounds like a scene out of a political action movie, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem hitched an unexpected ride home to the United States aboard an ICE Air deportation flight after her official aircraft encountered mechanical issues while grounded in Guatemala. The DHS chief had just concluded a high-level multi-nation tour across Central America , focusing on expanding U.S. security partnerships, immigration enforcement, and biometric cooperation. According to sources close to the trip, Noem’s aircraft became temporarily disabled just as a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plane transporting criminal illegal aliens back to Central America landed on the same tarmac. Seizing the opportunity, the Secretary boarded the return flight to the United States alongside federal agents and deportees. “Great flight,” Noem posted humorously on social medi...

  Lily Tang with John Charles Williams From China to Congress: Lily Tang Williams Honors Her Husband of 35 Years Amid Campaign Trail By Anoop | May 26, 2025 New Hampshire — As Republican congressional candidate Lily Tang Williams marks 35 years of marriage this Memorial Day weekend, she took a poignant moment on social media to share the story of the man she calls “the most honorable man I ever met in the world”: her husband, John Charles Williams . Now a candidate for New Hampshire’s 2nd Congressional District in 2026 , Lily posted a heartfelt tribute to John, recalling their improbable first meeting, enduring love, and the personal transformation she credits largely to his influence. “We met the first night I arrived in America from China in Austin, Texas—at his mother’s house,” she wrote. “I believe it was destiny.” Their love story began under extraordinary circumstances. A young woman newly arrived from Communist China , Lily had just embarked on a journey that would ...

  Photo credit: Gage Skidmore/CC BY-SA 2.0,  via Flickr FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino Issues Update on Reform Agenda and High-Profile Investigations Washington, D.C. — FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino provided a detailed update to the public this week via a post on his official account, highlighting key steps being taken to reform the Bureau and revive several high-profile investigations that have drawn national attention. Bongino, who was appointed earlier this year alongside the new FBI Director, opened his message by thanking followers for their engagement and support, and provided insight into the Bureau's evolving internal structure. “The Director and I will have most of our incoming reform teams in place by next week,” Bongino wrote. “The hiring process can take a little bit of time, but we are approaching that finish line.” High-Profile Cases Revisited In a major development, Bongino announced that he and the Director had evaluated several unresolved or stagna...