January 23, 2026
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EU pushes speech curbs in new 'anti-racism' plan . . . The European Union unveiled a sweeping "anti-racism" plan pressing member states to police online "hate speech" and adopt an intersectional framework for addressing "structural racism." The proposal promotes unconscious-bias and microaggression training, deepening Europe's embrace of American-style racial ideology. It is likely to inflame tensions with the Trump administration, which has criticized European speech laws. Washington Free Beacon
This is what President Trump is talking about. Europe continues going irrevocably woke, limiting freedoms even while calling Trump an authoritarian. Meantime, they are importing an alien, hostile culture into their midst that has sought to invade Europe for centuries. And after three millennia of conquest, they can't even defend themselves militarily. It's about at the point where they are not worth the sacrifice of American lives to defend.
Politics
Radical groups planning Minneapolis shutdown to force ICE out . . . A coalition of far-left activist groups announced a statewide Minnesota strike Friday aimed at driving ICE out through mass disruption. Operating under the banner "ICE Out of MN: Day of Truth and Freedom," organizers including Democratic Socialists of America affiliates, labor unions, Communist-aligned groups, and a CCP-linked protest network are urging no work, no school, and no shopping, capped by a major Minneapolis march. Just the News
These things are not "spontaneous." They are driven my Marxists seeking to topple the capitalist system.
Vance cools talk of invoking Insurrection Act after Minneapolis visit . . . Vice President JD Vance said Thursday there's no need yet to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minnesota, despite weeks of unrest shadowing ICE operations in the Twin Cities. Speaking after meeting federal immigration officers in Minneapolis, Vance acknowledged ongoing interference by left-wing agitators but cautioned that deploying the military for local law enforcement is a serious step. Daily Wire
Ringleaders of Anti-ICE Church Invasion Arrested . . . Attorney General Pam Bondi announced federal arrests after agitators disrupted a Sunday service at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, signaling a swift response to attacks on worship. Homeland Security Investigations and the FBI took Nekima Levy Armstrong into custody, alleging she helped organize the coordinated intrusion. Bondi emphasized zero tolerance for targeting religious gatherings. Daily Signal
Border czar rips Virginia's new 'Bond villain' governor after she blocked ICE, lays out plans to defy her . . . Border Czar Tom Homan blasted newly elected Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger after she moved to curb state cooperation with ICE on her first day in office. Speaking Thursday, Homan said he is prepared to defy her executive orders, which he called a roadblock to President Trump's immigration crackdown. With federal agents set to surge into sanctuary areas, Homan signaled Virginia could soon be in the crosshairs. Daily Mail
Good. They can stay at my place.
Arizona AG Kris Mayes wildly suggests residents can shoot masked ICE agents under state's self-defense laws
Judge Rejects Charges Against Don Lemon, And Bondi Is 'Enraged' . . . A federal magistrate refused to sign a complaint targeting former CNN host Don Lemon for allegedly joining a mob that stormed a Minnesota church during an anti-ICE protest. Attorney General Pam Bondi was reportedly furious over the decision as federal agents arrested three agitators tied to the disruption. Lemon appeared on video at the scene, while DOJ officials warned press credentials don't cover participating in unlawful actions. Daily Wire
Culture
Mail-order pills drive abortion surge after Dobbs . . . Reported abortions have climbed steadily since the Supreme Court returned abortion authority to the states, fueled largely by a sharp rise in mail-order pills. The Society of Family Planning estimates nearly 99,000 abortions per month in early 2025, up 4% from last year. Telehealth prescriptions now account for more than a quarter of cases, with many issued from shield-law states to bypass local restrictions. Washington Times
Virginia Democrats Move to Embed 'Transgender and Queer' History Across Kids' Curriculum . . . Virginia Democrats introduced a House bill on Jan. 13 to permanently weave "inclusive history" into every public school classroom, reshaping how children are taught social studies statewide. The proposal mandates testing and instruction centered on racial minorities, LGBTQ+ identities, and other designated groups, arguing it delivers a fuller narrative. Critics see another top-down rewrite of history that embeds ideology early and leaves parents sidelined. Daily Signal
Abigail Spanberger's election as governor is turning out to be a woke catastrophe for Virginia.
National Security
Trump Says 'Massive Fleet' Headed Toward Iran: 'We're Watching Them Very Closely' . . . President Donald Trump said Thursday the U.S. is closely monitoring Iran amid reports of a violent crackdown on anti-government protesters, revealing he has dispatched a "big flotilla" toward the region as a precaution. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump signaled tensions with Tehran remain high while stressing he hopes military action won't be needed, claiming his administration already deterred mass public executions by the regime. Daily Wire
The Iranians claim they are busy executing prisoners.
Book says Mexico leaders back 'reconquista' strategy . . . Mexican officials, including former President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and current President Claudia Sheinbaum, have openly framed mass migration as a tool to reclaim U.S. territory, according to Peter Schweizer's new book The Invisible Coup. The investigation alleges Mexico's leadership has promoted the "reconquista" concept, discouraged assimilation, and praised illegal immigrants as heroes, portraying immigration not as chance but as a calculated geopolitical weapon. Breitbart
Space Force warns orbit is already weaponized . . . The head of the U.S. Space Force says space is no longer a future battlefield but an active one, with American adversaries already deploying weapons in orbit. Gen. B. Chance Saltzman warned that Russian "nesting doll" satellites and Chinese grappling-arm systems could quickly turn hostile, alongside lasers, jammers, and missiles. His message was blunt: the threats aren't emerging anymore—they're already circling overhead. Washington Times
International
Trump yanks Canada invite from new Board of Peace . . . President Donald Trump abruptly withdrew Canada's invitation to join his newly launched Board of Peace, notifying Prime Minister Mark Carney directly via Truth Social. The move came the same day Trump unveiled the group at the World Economic Forum in Davos, touting it as an elite assembly of global leaders. With roughly 35 member states already involved, the snub signaled Trump's readiness to assert control over the forum's direction. Breitbart
The countries that signed Trump's Gaza Board of Peace charter
Money
Amazon readies fresh wave of white-collar layoffs . . . Amazon is preparing another round of corporate job cuts next week as it pushes toward eliminating roughly 30,000 white-collar positions. The company already slashed about 14,000 roles in October, and the upcoming cuts are expected to be of similar size, according to people familiar with the plan. The move underscores continued belt-tightening as Amazon reshapes its workforce behind closed doors. New York Post
US and China reach deal to create US TikTok backed by non-Chinese investors . . . TikTok announced Thursday that ByteDance has sealed a last-minute agreement creating a separate U.S. TikTok, ending a years-long standoff over the app's future. The deal hands control to non-Chinese investors including Oracle, MGX, and Silver Lake, with former TikTok operations chief Adam Presser named CEO. Finalized just before the deadline, the move aims to quiet security concerns while keeping the lucrative platform alive in America. Just the News
Thank God. If there were no TikTok, kids would have to read books.
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Hollywood Celebs Launch Anti-AI Campaign . . . A coalition of A-list celebrities launched a new campaign Thursday accusing Big Tech of looting creative work to fuel artificial intelligence. Operating as the Human Artistry Campaign, the effort argues AI companies are training systems on copyrighted material without consent. Stars including Scarlett Johansson and Vince Gilligan signed on, framing the issue as economic exploitation dressed up as innovation and warning that creative industries are being sacrificed for unchecked tech ambition. Daily Wire
Guilty Pleasures
Deer attempts to rob bank . . . Police responding to a burglary alarm at a Webster Bank branch in Ridge, New York, found an unexpected suspect—a deer. Suffolk County officers arrived Sunday to discover a buck had smashed through a window and torn up the office while trying to escape. After lassoing the animal, police guided it safely outside and released it back into the wild, closing the case without charges. "We think the buck was looking for bucks," police deadpanned on social media. UPI
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