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Bannon Advises Hegseth to Tone Down Religious References in Iran Briefing

Former White House strategist says religious invocations in Pentagon briefings distract from operational details and draw media focus away from military strategy.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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Undercover Investigation Exposes Fake Asylum Evidence Industry

Exposé reveals advisers charging migrants for tips on fabricating claims including false sexual orientation and staged protests.

By James Callahan · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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Disney World Restores 'Ladies and Gentlemen' Greetings at Theme Parks

The change reverses Disney's 2021 shift to gender-neutral language, with park visitors confirming the return of traditional greetings on the Magic Kingdom Express Monorail.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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Georgia Republican Says Ouster of Gen. Randy George Will Have 'Chilling Effect' on Military

Rep. Austin Scott called the dismissal of the former Army chief of staff unfair during a House Armed Services subcommittee hearing on Wednesday.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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GOP Strategist Discusses How Trump Supporters Are Responding to His Criticism of the Pope

NPR's A Martinez interviews Sarah Longwell about reactions among Trump's most ardent supporters to recent comments and imagery involving the pontiff.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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House Showdown: Democrat Backed by Sanders, AOC Faces Republican Trying to Flip Blue-Leaning District

Special election in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District will fill the final eight months of term vacated by Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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Jeffries Says He's Deeply Skeptical of FISA Extension Without New Privacy Protections

House Democratic leader signals opposition to clean extension of warrantless surveillance powers set to expire April 20, as Trump demands 18-month reauthorization.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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Pope Leo Condemns Tyrants Ravaging World During Cameroon Peace Visit

The pontiff visited Bamenda, epicenter of a separatist conflict that has killed over 6,000 people and displaced 600,000, calling for an end to exploitation and violence.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 4 min read
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Violent Attacks on OpenAI CEO, Indianapolis Council Member Spark New Fears Over AI Debate

A Molotov cocktail attack on Sam Altman's home and shooting at a city council member's house highlight rising tensions around AI regulation and data centers.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 4 min read
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History of FACE Act Shows Evolution From Clinic Protection to Broader Enforcement

The 1994 law signed by Clinton has become a focal point in debates over abortion access and protest rights, with new DOJ report fueling calls for repeal.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, April 16, 2026 · 3 min read