Curated Readings Picked By Our Breaking News Editor: Mar 31
Hegseth To Testify As Pressure Mounts Over Iran War
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is expected to testify before the House Armed Services Committee later in April as lawmakers press for clarity on the Trump administration’s handling of the Iran war. According to CBS News, the hearing would mark his first sworn public appearance since the conflict began. The

Trump Criticizes U.K. And France Over Iran Conflict
President Donald Trump has sharply criticized the United Kingdom and France for refusing to join U.S.-led military action against Iran, warning that America may not support allies in future conflicts. In posts on Truth Social, Trump accused France of blocking military overflights and said both countries failed to

Nvidia Expands AI Strategy With $2 Billion Investment In Marvell Technology
Nvidia has announced a $2 billion investment in Marvell Technology, expanding its footprint across the artificial intelligence ecosystem. The deal led to a sharp rise in Marvell’s shares, which climbed more than 9 percent in pre-market trading. The agreement will integrate Marvell more closely into Nvidia’s AI infrastructure

Supreme Court Blocks Colorado Conversion Therapy Ban
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled against Colorado’s ban on so-called “conversion therapy” for minors, siding with a Christian counselor who argued the law violates free speech protections. In an 8-1 decision, the court said the measure may unlawfully restrict speech based on viewpoint, according to reports. Writing

Vice President Vance To Release Memoir On Religion
Vice President JD Vance has announced a new book detailing his return to religious faith, with a release planned for June. In a post on X, Vance said the book, titled “Communion,” reflects his personal journey and spiritual rediscovery, according to CNN. Vance has often spoken publicly about his Catholic

China, Pakistan Push For Talks To End Iran Conflict
China has pledged closer coordination with Pakistan to help de-escalate the Iran conflict, as Islamabad steps up its role as a potential mediator between Washington and Tehran. According to official statements reported by state media, both sides agreed to promote dialogue and support efforts to end the war. Pakistan’s

Iran War Impact: Gold Prices Drop Sharply In Volatile Market
Gold prices are heading for their sharpest monthly decline since 2008, despite a modest uptick, as the Iran war reshapes global market dynamics. According to CNBC, spot gold remains down nearly 15 percent for the month, reflecting shifting investor sentiment. The report said rising oil prices and inflation concerns have

Why Is Russia Benefiting From The Iran War
Russia is benefiting financially from the Iran war due to surging global energy prices, even as its broader economy remains under strain. According to CNBC, the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz has driven oil prices sharply higher, boosting Russian revenues by billions of dollars each month. Analysts said

Buffett Distances Himself From Gates Over Epstein Fallout
Investor Warren Buffett said he has not spoken to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates since revelations linked to the Jeffrey Epstein files became public. In an interview with CNBC, Buffett said he chose to distance himself to avoid being drawn into legal proceedings or potential testimony. Buffett acknowledged his long friendship

Trump Says U.S. Will Continue To Pressure Iran To Reopen Strait Of Hormuz
President Donald Trump said he is not ready to abandon efforts to pressure Iran into reopening the Strait of Hormuz, despite earlier signals suggesting a possible shift. Speaking to CBS News, Trump said the United States would remain engaged in the conflict for now, though he indicated a future withdrawal

Buckingham Palace Confirms King Charles U.S. Visit
Britain’s King Charles III will visit the United States in late April for his first official state trip as monarch, Buckingham Palace confirmed, according to CBS News. The visit will mark the 250th anniversary of American Independence and highlight longstanding ties between the U.S. and the United Kingdom.

Trump May End Iran War Without Reopening Strait Of Hormuz: Report
President Donald Trump is reportedly considering ending U.S. military operations against Iran without securing the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil route. According to The Wall Street Journal, Trump told aides that reopening the strait could prolong the conflict beyond his preferred timeline. The report

Supreme Court To Review Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to examine President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship, marking a major test of his second-term immigration agenda. The case, reported by CBS News, centers on whether the order aligns with the 14th Amendment, which has long been interpreted

Strikes On Campuses Mark New Phase In Iran Conflict
Universities in Iran have emerged as a new flashpoint in the ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Tehran, following a series of strikes on academic institutions. According to CNN, at least 21 universities have been damaged, with Iranian officials alleging deliberate targeting of scientific infrastructure and personnel. A post-doctoral fellow

U.S. Gas Prices Hit $4 Per Gallon As Oil Surges Amid Iran War
The U.S. gas prices have crossed $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022, driven by the ongoing Middle East conflict and rising oil costs. According to CNN, the national average reached this level after a sharp monthly increase of nearly 35 percent. The report said prices have

Curated Readings Picked By Our Breaking News Editor: Mar 30
League of American Workers Survey — Peru
The LAW Peru Survey was conducted by TechnoMetrica for the League of American Workers from March 11–16, 2026, among 2,000 registered voters in Peru, using a panel-based online survey. The results have a margin of error of ±2.6 percentage points, assuming a random sample. The data were
Once Again, A Crisis Raises The Question: Why Does The State Exist?
By George Ford Smith, Mises Wire | March 30, 2026 “He [President McKinley] portrayed American expansion in the Pacific as a continuation of manifest destiny. He compared the Filipinos to Native Americans, calling them savage warriors or ‘little brown brothers.’ Appealing to popular attitudes of the times, he encouraged Americans to

Why Sovereign Debt Is Structurally Insulated From Market Discipline
By Michael Dioguardi, Mises Wire | March 28, 2026 In my article, “Sovereign Credit, Affordability, and the Crisis Ratchet,” I explored how sovereign credit expands during crises and rarely contracts once the immediate emergency passes. Governments accumulate debt under the justification of necessity, while borrowing costs remain manageable even as debt
How The Jacksonians Caused America’s Industrial Revolution
By Patrick Newman, Mises Wire | March 28, 2026 The 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and America’s formal secession from Great Britain will be a fruitful year for studying American history. Scholars will look back on America’s successes and failures and what they mean for the 21st

A Path To Defeating The Drug Cartels
By Virginia Allen via The Daily Signal | March 29, 2026 Drug cartels have “limitless resources” and the ability to rapidly adapt to avoid interdiction, and authorities are currently playing a “game of catch-up,” says the head of a Caribbean security cooperative. “Cooperation and collaboration” between nations is paramount to stopping

Jonathan Karl Confronts Chris Van Hollen Over ‘Holding Up’ DHS Funding
By Jason Cohen, Daily Caller News Foundation | March 29, 2026 ABC News anchor Jonathan Karl pressed Democratic Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen on Sunday over his party’s role in the ongoing partial government shutdown leaving the Department of Homeland Security largely without funding. Democrats have voted against funding the

House Republican Group Hijacks House Floor To Reject Radical Islam
By Pedro Rodriguez, The Daily Signal | March 27, 2026 A dozen members of the Sharia Free America Caucus spoke consecutively on the House floor Thursday evening against the “threat of radical Islamic terrorism” in the United States. The speeches, organized by Republican Texas Reps. Keith Self and Rep. Chip Roy,

GROTESQUE: Barack Obama’s Orwellian Push For Virginia Redistricting Is Something To Behold
By Tyler O’Neil, The Daily Signal | March 27, 2026 What do you call it when a politician tells you to put elections “back on a level playing field” by voting for a redistricting map gerrymandered to give Democrats 10 seats to Republicans’ one? “Lying” doesn’t quite foot the bill.

Why Iran’s Escalation Strategy Is Likely to Backfire
By Mohammed Al Dhaheri, Project Syndicate | March 30, 2026 Iran’s current strategy in the war with the United States and Israel is designed to demonstrate the regime’s resilience, and to show that the region will not know peace unless Iran does. But the economic and diplomatic consequences ultimately

Ohio Lawmakers Steadfast In Passing Pro-Life Legislation
By Rebecca Downs, The Daily Signal | March 27, 2026 While the pro-life cause suffered a major setback in Ohio when the Reproductive Freedom Amendment passed in 2023, Ohio lawmakers continue to pass legislation to protect the unborn. The Ohio House of Representatives passed the Share the Health and Empower With

The Assisted Suicide Of Lofty State And Local Taxes
By Rob Arnott via The Daily Signal | March 28, 2026 We get the government we choose to elect, hence the government we deserve. Voting for ever-higher punitive taxes on the rich is arguably a form of civic suicide. Consider that a wealthy New Yorker can get a raise of almost

The First Holy Week
By Tom Griffin via The Daily Signal| March 28, 2026 From March 29 to April 5 this year, most of the Christian world enters into the holiest days of their calendar year. These are the days that commemorate the final days of the life of Jesus. Investigating what is remembered

U.S. Deploys Special Forces To Middle East Amid Iran War
The United States has deployed hundreds of Special Operations Forces along with thousands of Marines and Army troops to the Middle East, expanding its military footprint amid the ongoing Iran conflict. According to CBS News, the deployment includes Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and additional paratroopers, offering President Donald Trump broader

New Labor Department Rule Could Add Alternative Assets To 401(k)s
The U.S. Labor Department has proposed a new rule to make it easier for 401(k) retirement plans to include alternative assets such as cryptocurrency, real estate, and private equity. The move follows an executive order by President Donald Trump aimed at expanding investment options for American savers, according

DHS Orders Payment Of 50,000 US Airport Workers In Emergency Action
By David Shepardson via The Daily Signal | March 27, 2026 The Homeland Security Department said on Friday it was taking emergency action to pay 50,000 airport security officers who have gone unpaid since mid-February, after work absences brought chaos and long security lines to U.S. airports. “[The Transportation

Airport Delays Improve Amid TSA Payment Relief
Airport security lines across the United States eased sharply after Transportation Security Administration workers began receiving long-delayed paychecks, following weeks of disruption during the government shutdown. According to CNN, wait times that stretched up to four hours last week dropped to under 30 minutes at most major airports. The improvement

House Passes Legislation To Combat Mexican Government’s Seizure Of American-Owned Port
By Virginia Grace McKinnon, The Daily Signal | March 27, 2026 The House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation to grant the president authority to limit U.S. port access for countries that have seized American property abroad. As Congress remains bitterly divided on the SAVE America Act and funding for the

The Air Force Is Finally Restoring Honor To The Faithful It Wrongly Punished
By Christopher Motz via The Daily Signal | March 27, 2026 The Department of the Air Force’s March 19 decision to correct the records of airmen and guardsmen discharged over the COVID-19 mandate deserves real praise. At Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s directive to conduct a review, the Air

What Impact Did Iran Strikes Have On Global Aluminum Supply
Aluminum prices surged after Iranian strikes on major Gulf producers raised fears of a global supply disruption. Futures on the London Metal Exchange briefly jumped over 5% to near 2022 highs before easing, according to CNBC. The report said drone and missile attacks targeted Emirates Global Aluminium and Aluminium Bahrain,
Pakistan Prepares To Host Peace Talks As Iran Accuses US Of Ground Assault Plans
By Asif Shahzad & Alexander Cornwell via The Daily Signal | March 29, 2026 Pakistan said on Sunday it was preparing to host “meaningful talks” to end the conflict over Iran in coming days even though Tehran earlier accused Washington of preparing a land assault while seeking negotiations. Speaking after talks between

Fed Weighs Inflation Risks Amid Ongoing War
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the central bank’s response to the ongoing Iran war will depend largely on how Americans perceive inflation trends. Speaking at a Harvard event, Powell said policymakers typically look past temporary supply shocks, but must closely monitor inflation expectations, according to reports. The conflict

Why Is Amnesty Opposing ICE At The World Cup
Amnesty International has urged the Trump administration to halt immigration enforcement operations around the 2026 FIFA World Cup, warning such actions could undermine civil liberties. In a report titled “Humanity Must Win,” the group called on U.S. authorities to prevent ICE agents from conducting raids or arrests near stadiums

Trump DOJ Cracks Down On States Housing Biological Men In Women’s Prisons
By Fred Lucas, The Daily Signal | March 27, 2026 The Justice Department opened an investigation into male inmates being placed in women’s prisons in California and Maine. The DOJ notified California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Maine Gov. Janet Mills, respectively, on Thursday about the pending probes, noting the danger

Trump Reveals Military Complex Beneath White House Ballroom
President Donald Trump has revealed that a large military facility is being constructed beneath the planned White House ballroom, a project already facing legal and political scrutiny. Speaking to reporters, Trump said the underground complex is progressing ahead of schedule and forms a central part of the ballroom design. The

Resurrecting The California Dream
By Arjun Buxi via The Daily Signal | March 28, 2026 When I first moved to California, the Golden State was like an oasis, with red-golden sunsets, wide-open spaces, lush greenery, opal blue waters, and grocery stores selling fruit I’d never even heard of. Back then, California felt like its

Time To Leave The Social Security Plantation
By Star Parker via The Daily Signal | March 28, 2026 To repeat what Americans have heard a lot recently, our Social Security system is in very bad shape. Per the most recent report, in 2025, of the Social Security and Medicare board of trustees, Social Security is capable of paying

U.S. Senators Urge Taiwan To Approve Defence Budget
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators is visiting Taiwan to press for approval of a stalled $40 billion defence budget, as funding delays threaten key arms purchases. The visit reflects growing concern in Washington over legislative gridlock, according to the report. Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te said political disagreements

Trump Threatens Iran Energy Sites Despite Ongoing Talks
President Donald Trump has warned Iran of possible strikes on its energy infrastructure even as he claimed progress in ongoing negotiations with Tehran. In a Truth Social post, Trump said talks with what he described as a “more reasonable” Iranian leadership were advancing, according to The Hill. However, he cautioned

Spain Closes Airspace To U.S. Planes Over Iran War
Spain has barred U.S. military aircraft involved in the Iran war from using its airspace, reinforcing its opposition to the conflict. Defense Minister Margarita Robles said the decision was communicated clearly to American forces from the outset, according to the Associated Press. Madrid had already denied the U.S.

Is Thorium The Future Of Nuclear Energy?
By Jack Spencer & Joseph Baranoski via The Daily Signal | March 28, 2026 What if the future of energy has been sitting unused on the periodic table for decades? Mike Anderson, author of “Thorium-Powered Abundance,” believes it has. He talked with Jack Spencer on a recent episode of “The Power Hour”

30 Wind Projects Stuck As Pentagon Reviews Drag On: Report
Dozens of U.S. wind energy projects are facing delays as Pentagon reviews remain pending, creating a bottleneck in approvals that were once routine. At least 30 onshore wind farms are affected, representing roughly 7.5 gigawatts of stalled capacity, according to the American Clean Power Association, as reported by

Why Did Israel Reverse Its Ban On Palm Sunday Mass?
Israel has reversed its decision to block Christian leaders from holding Palm Sunday Mass at Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre after global backlash. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he had directed authorities to allow services, while maintaining that earlier restrictions were based on security concerns, according to CNN.

Russia Sends Oil To Cuba As Trump Relaxes Blockade Stance
Russia has welcomed the arrival of a sanctioned oil tanker in Cuba, describing the shipment as humanitarian support for the island’s worsening fuel crisis. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow sees it as a duty to assist Cuba, which is facing severe shortages under a U.S.-led oil

Is China A ‘Threat’? 44% Would Back Trade Limits For National Security Reasons: I&I/TIPP Poll
By a slender margin, a plurality of Americans see China as a “threat” rather than as a “competitor” or “partner,” the latest I&I/TIPP Poll shows. And nearly half say they would back further trade restrictions on China for national security reasons, even if it means higher prices. Americans

Curated Readings Picked By Our Breaking News Editor: Mar 29
NATO Is In Hospice
The Alliance Endures; Its Commitment Doesn’t.

Curated Readings Picked By Our Breaking News Editor: Mar 28
Four Weeks, 5,035 Launches, And The Defenses Held
TIPP Insights analyzed 28 days of Iranian missile and drone launch data. The numbers tell a story of declining firepower and resilient air defenses.

Curated Readings Picked By Our Breaking News Editor: Mar 27
War And Morality
By Andrew P. Napolitano, Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity | March 26, 2026 War is the most horrific series of events upon which any government can engage. It is systematic, industrialized, indiscriminate killing. It kills innocent adults and little girls. It often ruins the post-war lives of the killers.

Now That The Dow Has Dropped, Can AG Pam Bondi Answer Questions?
By Adam Dick via Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity | March 26, 2026 A United States executive branch official evading answering questions at a congressional hearing is not a new thing. But, on February 11, Attorney General Pam Bondi took the evasion to a new level. There she was

Boots On The Ground As Israel Sabotages Trump’s 15 Point Peace Plan
By Kurt Nimmo via Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity | March 26, 2026 Former Army lieutenant general Keith Kellogg thinks all the US need do to turn the tide in Iran is take Kharg Island. “We don’t necessarily have to send troops into Iran, but we need to

The Theory Of The Bottom 99 Percent: The Cantillon Effect
By Mark Thornton, Mises Wire | March 26, 2026 I want to dispel the claim in the minds of the establishment media that depicts free market Austrian economists as heartless advocates against the poor and shills for the rich. Nothing could be further from the truth. While mainstream economists pay lip

Cue The Iranian “Regime Change” Puppet
By Vincent Cook, Mises Wire | March 26, 2026 Americans should know the “color revolution” drill by heart now. We are told that Ruritania is run by a terrible fanatic who is cruelly oppressing his people, is on the verge of acquiring weapons of mass destruction, is collaborating with our diabolical

Durham Police And Prosecutors Committed Numerous Crimes In The Duke Lacrosse Case – And Escaped Meaningful Punishment
By William L. Anderson, Mises Wire | March 26, 2026 Through a campaign of lying—aided by the police, the media, and Duke University’s administration and faculty leadership—Durham County District Attorney Michael Nifong was able to ram through false charges of rape, kidnapping, and sexual assault against three Duke

Barbarians At The Redemption Gate
By Artis Shepherd, Mises Wire | March 25, 2026 When interest rates are pushed artificially low in the midst of constantly-increasing costs of living, the avenues by which average Americans save and grow their wealth are limited. Frugality—demonstrated by spending less than you earn and socking away a portion of

Cheap Calories, Expensive Consequences: How Federal Policy Contributes To Chronic Disease
By Mitchell Nemeth, Mises Wire | March 25, 2026 The United States’ national debt now totals roughly $38.7 trillion, exceeding $355,000 per taxpayer. Such figures invite scrutiny of the government programs driving chronic budget deficits. According to the Peter G. Peterson Foundation, “one of the largest drivers of that

Appeals Court Hands Trump Big Win On Detaining Illegal Immigrants
By Fred Lucas, The Daily Signal | March 25, 2026 The Trump administration scored a victory on Wednesday as an appeals court ruled that it can detain illegal immigrants without bond. A three-judge panel of the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 in favor of the Department of

‘Precisely The Problem’: Immigration Advocates Want Asylum Hearings Scheduled ‘Years’ Ahead
By Fred Lucas, The Daily Signal | March 25, 2026 In a lawsuit against the Trump administration, immigration advocates insist that an asylum case should take “years” to conclude and want “at least a year” to prepare while applicants remain in the United States. The lawyers claim that the administration is

Our Train Trip To Political Hell
By James Bovard via Mises Wire | March 23, 2026 A recent Facebook memory notice reminded me of when I was young and naïve and full of political hope. Okay, maybe I wasn’t full of political hope but at least I wasn’t as old at the end of the

Iran War: Heavy Use Of Tomahawk Missile Sparks Internal Pentagon Debate
The United States has reportedly fired more than 850 Tomahawk cruise missiles during four weeks of conflict with Iran, raising concerns within the Pentagon about the pace of weapons use. The Washington Post reported that the high consumption rate has triggered internal discussions on replenishing stockpiles and ramping up production.

FBI Director’s Personal Email Compromised, Iran-Backed Hackers Claim
A hacking group linked to Iran has claimed it breached the personal email account of FBI Director Kash Patel, raising fresh concerns about cybersecurity amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The group, known as “Handala,” published images and a cache of emails allegedly taken from Patel’s Gmail account. According to TechCrunch,

Talking, Nuking, Or Voting On The Filibuster: Where Does GOP Senate Infighting Go From Here?
By Virginia Grace McKinnon, The Daily Signal | March 20, 2026 The SAVE America Act has split the Senate GOP on the filibuster. As the election integrity measure struggles through the Senate slog, one Republican senator is calling on Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., to nuke the filibuster. Sen.

The Immorality Of Trump’s War With Iran Matters
By Connor O’Keeffe, Mises Wire | March 25, 2026 When Trump ordered the first wave of strikes in this ongoing war with Iran last month, he did so while his administration was engaged in active negotiations with the Iranian government. That echoed the situation last June when Israel launched a bombing

Democrats Are Back To ‘Defund The Police,’ GOP Leadership Claims
By Pedro Rodriguez, The Daily Signal | March 25, 2026 House Republican leadership says Democrat politics bears some of the blame for the murder of an 18-year-old university student in Chicago. Sheridan Gorman, a freshman at Loyola University, was murdered by Jose Medina, an illegal alien from Venezuela who entered the

‘STRIKING’ PARALLELS: What Can An Ancient Roman Cult Reveal About The Transgender Movement?
By Tyler O’Neil, The Daily Signal | March 21, 2026 Ecclesiastes says there is nothing new under the sun, and while the transgender movement may feel new and modern, it echoes a cult from ancient Rome—during a “culture war” not dissimilar from our own, according to the detransitioner Forrest Smith.

Poll Finds Virginia Voters Reject Democrats’ Redistricting Push
By Virginia Grace McKinnon, The Daily Signal | March 25, 2026 Democrats are attempting to redraw the Virginia congressional map to put four of the commonwealth’s five Republican-held seats in their hands. However, new polling finds that Virginia voters, across party lines, largely oppose their efforts. The Daily Signal obtained

Conflict Deepens As Israel Targets Tehran Military Sites
Israel has intensified its military campaign against Iran, warning that strikes will “escalate and expand” as the conflict shows no signs of easing, reported by CBS News. Israeli officials said new attacks targeted weapons production sites and missile infrastructure in Tehran and western Iran. According to Israel’s Defence Minister

How Is The Iran Conflict Impacting Luxury Stocks
The ongoing Iran war has wiped out nearly $100 billion in value from global luxury stocks, as geopolitical tensions hit investor confidence and demand, according to analysts cited in the report. Shares of major firms like LVMH, Hermès and Ferrari have dropped sharply, far underperforming the broader market. The report

Netflix Raises Subscription Prices Again Across All Plans
Netflix has raised its subscription prices again, marking its second increase in two years, reported by CBS News. The latest hike increases the ad-supported plan by $1 per month, while standard and premium plans rise by $2. According to the company’s updated pricing, the ad-supported plan now costs $8.

UN Urges U.S. To Release Findings On Iran School Strike
The UN’s human rights chief has called on the United States to complete and publish its investigation into a deadly strike on an Iranian primary school, reported by the BBC. Volker Türk said the attack, which killed at least 168 people including many children, demands accountability and transparency. According

Lawsuit Claims DOJ Leaked Private Details Of Epstein Victims
A group of survivors linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has filed a class action lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice and Google, alleging the release and spread of sensitive personal information, reported by CNN. According to the complaint, documents released by the DOJ in late 2025

Scientists Warn Of Dangerous Wildfire Season Amid Record Heat
A severe heat wave across the western United States has raised alarms about an unusually dangerous wildfire season, reported by CNN. Experts say record-breaking temperatures have rapidly melted snowpack across key mountain ranges, leaving forests exposed far earlier than usual. According to researchers, this early snowmelt is pushing the region

Rubio Meets G7 As Iran War Dominates Global Talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met G7 foreign ministers in France as the escalating Iran war dominated discussions, reported by the BBC. Washington faces growing pressure from allies to de-escalate tensions amid fears of economic fallout and energy disruptions. According to Rubio, G7 nations must take stronger action to address

Lawmakers Clash Over AI Rules Following White House Framework
The White House’s rollout of a national AI legislative framework has exposed growing divisions within Washington, particularly among Republicans, reported by Axios. While the Trump administration is pushing for swift action, lawmakers remain split on key issues, leaving no clear path for passing legislation. According to officials, disagreements have

Why Is The U.S. Considering To Send 10,000 Troops To The Middle East
The Trump administration is weighing a major military escalation in the Middle East, with plans to deploy at least 10,000 additional combat troops, according to a senior U.S. defense official. The move, first reported by The Wall Street Journal and confirmed by Axios, signals that preparations for a

What Role Is JD Vance Playing In The Iran Conflict
Vice President JD Vance is emerging as a central figure in efforts to negotiate peace with Iran, taking on what officials describe as the most critical assignment of his career. According to Axios, President Donald Trump has formally tasked Vance with leading potential negotiations, alongside advisers Steve Witkoff and Jared

Iran War Impact: India Moves To Control Inflation By Reducing Fuel Taxes
India has taken a significant fiscal hit after slashing fuel taxes to shield consumers from soaring global oil prices triggered by the ongoing Iran war. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said the government cut central excise duties by ₹10 per litre on both petrol and diesel to prevent a spike

Mike Pence Thinks He’s the ‘Lifeguard’ of the American Right
The former vice president seemingly lacks any self-awareness as he haughtily anoints himself the policing decider on what views and discussions are “allowed” among conservatives. Such arrogance smacks as offensive coming from any single individual, but it ascends into total cognitive dissonance when that pretend potentate is none other than

Airport Chaos Eases As Senate Passes DHS Funding Bill
The Senate has unanimously approved a funding measure for most of the Department of Homeland Security, moving closer to ending a partial government shutdown that disrupted airport security nationwide. The vote, passed by voice vote early Friday, now heads to the House of Representatives. The shutdown left thousands of Transportation

Curated Readings Picked By Our Breaking News Editor: Mar 26
How Much AI-Driven Productivity Growth Do We Want?
By Michael R. Strain, Project Syndicate | March 26, 2026 As AI advances, societies must consider how to strike a balance between the disruption caused by rapid productivity growth and its many benefits, including rising incomes and living standards. Fortunately, most advanced economies are well equipped to absorb the shocks associated

What Does The Latest Jobless Data Say About U.S. Economy
US jobless claims rose slightly last week but remained within historically stable levels, according to data reported by the Labor Department. Applications increased by 5,000 to 210,000 for the week ending March 21, in line with analyst expectations, according to FactSet. The report said weekly filings, a key

ICE Urges Chicago Officials To Hold Suspect In Sheridan Gorman Killing - DHS
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has asked Illinois officials to honor a detainer request for Jose Medina-Medina, who is accused of killing 18-year-old Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman in Chicago. According to authorities, Medina-Medina had previously been released after an earlier arrest in 2023, a detail now at

Trump Says Iran Allowed Oil Ships As ‘Present’ To U.S.
President Donald Trump said Iran’s “present” to the United States was the passage of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, according to remarks made at the White House. He stated that Tehran allowed 10 oil ships to transit the critical waterway as a signal of goodwill during ongoing

Trump: Open Hormuz Strait Or Face Bombed Power Plants
By Kurt Nimmo via Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity | March 23, 2026 Donald Trump has posted yet another threat to his TruthSocial. If Iran does not open the Hormuz Strait in 48 hours, he will target the country’s power plants. The US has the ability to do

Long-Term Returns Show Power Of Diversification
A long-term view of asset class performance highlights the importance of diversification. While equities have delivered strong returns over time, no single asset class consistently outperforms every year, with leadership rotating across stocks, bonds, commodities, and other assets. The data reinforce the value of maintaining a balanced portfolio across cycles.

Report Says Pentagon Considers Redirecting Ukraine Aid To Middle East
The Pentagon is weighing a plan to redirect military aid meant for Ukraine to the Middle East, according to reporting by The Washington Post. The report said the move comes as the United States expands operations against Iran, raising concerns in Kyiv over delays in critical air defense supplies. According

New Pipeline Could Redraw Middle East Energy Routes
A proposed pipeline linking the Arabian Gulf to Israel’s Mediterranean coast could bypass key chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz and the Suez Canal. The route would move oil overland through Saudi Arabia and Jordan to Israeli ports for export to Europe. If realized, the project could reshape regional

Israeli Strike Eliminates Iranian Commander Linked To Hormuz Blockade
Israel’s Defense Forces said it carried out a targeted strike in Bandar Abbas, killing Iranian naval commander Alireza Tangsiri, who it accused of orchestrating efforts to block the Strait of Hormuz. The IDF claimed, in a social media post, that Tangsiri was involved in maritime attacks targeting regional and

What Is In The EU-U.S. Trade Deal Approved By European Parliament
The European Parliament has approved legislation to implement a major EU-US trade deal, easing months of uncertainty triggered by President Donald Trump’s tariff threats. According to the report, lawmakers backed the deal with a strong majority but added strict safeguards to ensure Washington complies. The agreement sets tariffs at

War Abroad And Authoritarianism At Home
By Ron Paul, Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity | March 23, 2026 “War is the health of the state.” That phrase, coined by Randolph Bourne, explains why opposition to war is a priority of many libertarians. War allows governments to increase spending, taxes, and regulations in order to feed

iPhone Users Now Face Spyware Threat Once Limited To Governments - Axios
Advanced spyware tools once reserved for intelligence agencies are now in the hands of cybercriminals. Researchers found iPhones can be silently infected just by visiting a compromised website, allowing attackers to access messages, photos, contacts, and location data. The spread of these tools means any iPhone user could now be

Global Growth At Risk If Oil Stays Above $100, EBRD Warns
Sustained oil prices at or above $100 per barrel could slow global growth and fuel inflation, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development warned, as reported by CNBC. According to the bank, a 10 percent rise in oil prices typically reduces global economic growth by 0.1 percentage points. The
The Money Multiplier – Myth Or Reality?
By Frank Shostak, Mises Wire | March 23, 2026 According to much popular economics, the current monetary system amplifies the initial monetary injections of money. Thus, if the central bank injects $1 billion into the economy, and banks hold 10 percent in reserves against deposits, this will allow the first bank

Battered Christopher Columbus Statue Resurrected By White House
By Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell, The Daily Signal | March 23, 2026 The White House installed a statue of Italian explorer Christopher Columbus early Sunday, constructed from the remains of a monument that was destroyed in a 2020 Black Lives Matter protest. The new statue is located outside the Eisenhower Executive Office

Senate Bill Targets Ban On Prediction Markets Nationwide
A new Senate proposal seeks to impose a sweeping ban on prediction markets, targeting bets on sports, politics, and military actions, as reported by Axios. The bill, introduced by Jeff Merkley and backed by Elizabeth Warren, would prohibit event-based contracts tied to elections, legislation, and national security decisions. Lawmakers argue

Gulf States Warn Iran, Signal Readiness For Self-Defense
Gulf states have issued a sharp warning to Iran, signaling a tougher stance and readiness for self-defense after repeated attacks on energy infrastructure, as reported by CNBC. In a joint statement, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan condemned what they called Iran’s “criminal” strikes

Iran Moves To Charge Ships For Strait Of Hormuz Passage
Iran is preparing legislation to charge ships for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, according to state-aligned media cited by CNBC. The proposal comes as traffic through the vital oil route has slowed sharply amid the ongoing conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. The Revolutionary Guard-linked Fars

Trump Administration Declines Rejects Elon Musk Plan To Pay TSA Workers During Shutdown
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