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Rep. Eli Crane to Host Live Telephone Town Hall from Washington, D.C.

Rep. Eli Crane to Host Live Telephone Town Hall from Washington, D.C.

Rep. Eli Crane (R-AZ) is scheduled to host a live telephone town hall from Washington, D.C., on September 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. MST (Arizona Time). This event will provide constituents of Arizona’s Second Congressional District with an opportunity to engage directly with their representative. Participants can ask questions, vote in polls, and receive updates on developments from the district and Capitol Hill. Constituents have the option to ask their questions aloud or have a moderator relay their message. To join the town hall, individuals are instructed to call (888) 886-6602 once the event commences. Rep. Crane emphasized the importance of these events as a chance for constituents to voice their questions, concerns, and stances, highlighting his commitment to representing rural Arizona.

House Intelligence Committee Releases Bipartisan 9/11 Commission Review Report Ahead of 25th Anniversary

House Intelligence Committee Releases Bipartisan 9/11 Commission Review Report Ahead of 25th Anniversary

The House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, led by Chairman Rick Crawford (AR-01), released a bipartisan report on August 31, 2026, examining the implementation of the 9/11 Commission Report recommendations. This review comes 25 years after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and was conducted during a business meeting at the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, PA. The year-long review, co-chaired by Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) and Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), assessed the progress made in strengthening national security and how the threat landscape has evolved. The committee observed that while counterterrorism capabilities were revolutionized, there was an understandable myopia on counterterrorism for nearly 20 years, leading to a lack of focus on state-level adversaries. The report highlights that lessons learned from 9/11 have not fully translated to other intelligence areas, such as counterintelligence, and identifies China as the top counterintelligence threat due to its espion...

CAIR Action Lists Senator Jon Ossoff as 'Preferred' Candidate in Georgia Senate Race

CAIR Action Lists Senator Jon Ossoff as 'Preferred' Candidate in Georgia Senate Race

CAIR Action, the political arm of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, has designated Senator Jon Ossoff as a 'preferred' candidate in its 2026 Georgia voter guide. This designation comes as Senator Ossoff seeks re-election against Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Collins. The organization's support is attributed to Senator Ossoff's voting record, specifically his repeated votes to restrict weapons sales to Israel and his promotion of narratives that are perceived by some as demonizing the Jewish state. While not a formal endorsement, the 'preferred' status indicates CAIR Action's desire for Georgia voters, including those who advocate for the destruction of Israel, to support Senator Ossoff. This move is notable given Senator Ossoff's public statements to Jewish constituents affirming his 'ironclad' commitment to Israel, contrasting with the messaging that has garnered support from anti-Israel activists and groups.

Forest Service Chief Faces Scrutiny Amidst Trump Administration's Plan to Rescind Roadless Rule

Forest Service Chief Faces Scrutiny Amidst Trump Administration's Plan to Rescind Roadless Rule

The Trump administration has announced plans to rescind the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, commonly known as the 'roadless rule,' which has protected approximately 45 million acres of national forest for 25 years. This move is expected to benefit timber companies, particularly those with ties to Tom Schultz, the current chief of the U.S. Forest Service. Public Citizen's research indicates that Schultz, who previously served as president of the Federal Forest Resource Coalition and vice-president at Idaho Forest Group, has long been critical of the rule. The American Forest Resource Council (AFRC), a timber industry trade association, has actively advocated for the rule's rescission, arguing it hinders 'active forest management' necessary for wildfire mitigation. Since Schultz's appointment in February 2025, the AFRC has spent over $210,000 lobbying to expand harvesting in national forests. Critics, however, argue that expanding road access could increase wildfire risk and imperil 400 threatened and endan...

Lt Gen Norman R. Seip Advocates for Allied Semiconductor Supply Chains to Bolster U.S. Security

Lt Gen Norman R. Seip Advocates for Allied Semiconductor Supply Chains to Bolster U.S. Security

Lt Gen Norman R. Seip, USAF (Ret.), President of the American Security Project, recently published an op-ed in the Washington Examiner emphasizing the critical need for the United States to leverage its allies in establishing secure semiconductor supply chains. General Seip argued that while increasing domestic semiconductor capacity is essential, the U.S. also requires immediate access to safe, affordable, and secure supply chains through its allies. He highlighted that the U.S. possesses a network of capable allies, such as Japan and South Korea, with whom it shares economic interests, military collaboration, and strategic trust—a distinct advantage over China. General Seip pointed to a major manufacturing crisis in DRAM production, where demand for AI datacenter construction is outpacing supply, leading to projected quadrupling of prices by the end of the year compared to 2024. He asserted that U.S. security demands making it easier to procure from allies while simultaneously building domestic productio...

Texas Republicans Intensify Attacks on Sharia Law, Prompting Pushback from Muslim Community

Texas Republicans Intensify Attacks on Sharia Law, Prompting Pushback from Muslim Community

Texas Republicans are escalating their campaign against what they term 'sharia law,' characterizing it as a threat to democracy, religious freedom, and American values. This stance is reflected in the Republican Party of Texas platform, which includes a resolution titled 'Don’t Sharia My Texas.' This resolution calls for legislative and constitutional amendments to declare sharia law seditious, make its advocacy a crime disqualifying individuals from public service, and request the federal government to deport or denaturalize its advocates. State Rep. Brent Money established the Sharia Free Texas Caucus in the state Legislature, following the creation of the Sharia-Free America Caucus in Congress by U.S. Reps. Keith Self and Chip Roy. Governor Greg Abbott has also taken action, threatening to withhold funding from airports over Muslim prayer washing stations and labeling the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) a terrorist organization. In response, the Muslim community in Texas is pushing back, as...

California Lawmakers Pass Bills to Increase Fines and Establish Contingency Funds for Industrial Accidents

California Lawmakers Pass Bills to Increase Fines and Establish Contingency Funds for Industrial Accidents

California state lawmakers have passed two bills aimed at addressing industrial accidents, prompted by a massive fire at a cold storage facility in Los Angeles' Boyle Heights neighborhood in June. Assembly Bill 817, introduced by Assemblymember Mark González, would require owners or operators of cold storage facilities to establish and maintain a contingency fund to cover costs for air purifiers, masks, and other health essentials for neighbors in the event of an accident. Senate Bill 716, by Sen. María Elena Durazo, would significantly raise the fines local agencies can levy against companies posing health and safety threats, increasing them to up to $50,000 per violation from current limits of a few hundred or thousand dollars. Both bills initially apply to Los Angeles County and are set to expand statewide by July 1, 2028. The bills now await Governor Gavin Newsom's consideration.

Trump Officials Remove Political Interference Ban from Commerce Department's Scientific Integrity Policy

Trump Officials Remove Political Interference Ban from Commerce Department's Scientific Integrity Policy

The Commerce Department, under the Trump administration, has quietly removed language banning political interference from its scientific integrity policy. This revision, dated August 19, occurred the day after the Census Bureau released an unusual report on non-U.S. citizen voting, which was produced by a team with ties to a think tank founded by officials from President Trump's first administration. The previous 2025 version of the policy explicitly prohibited attempts to shape or interfere in data collection, statistical analysis, and other scientific activities 'against well-accepted scientific methods and theories or without scientific justification.' It also mandated that scientific findings at Commerce Department agencies 'are not suppressed, delayed, or altered for political purposes and are not subjected to inappropriate influence.' This protective language is now absent from the revised policy. While the new policy retains a similar definition of 'scientific integrity,' it no longer lists 'protect...

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee Supports Renaming Nashville Airport to Honor Dolly Parton

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee Supports Renaming Nashville Airport to Honor Dolly Parton

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has publicly endorsed a proposal to rename Nashville International Airport (BNA) in honor of the late musician and philanthropist Dolly Parton. Parton passed away on August 25 at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Governor Lee issued an official statement highlighting Parton's significant contributions to the state, stating that her 'extraordinary life is forever woven into the fabric of our state.' He emphasized that renaming the airport would be a fitting tribute to her legacy as an artist, community leader, and ambassador for Tennessee. The proposal is scheduled for discussion at the next Metro Nashville Airport Authority meeting on Thursday, September 17.

Colorado Voters to Decide on Redirecting Sales Taxes from Outdoor Gear to Conservation Efforts

Colorado Voters to Decide on Redirecting Sales Taxes from Outdoor Gear to Conservation Efforts

Colorado voters will consider Proposition 137 in November, a ballot measure that proposes dedicating state sales taxes collected on outdoor gear to conservation and wildfire prevention programs. If approved, the measure would also exempt this sales tax revenue from the state’s spending cap, as defined by the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights. Supporters estimate that Proposition 137 could generate approximately $175 million annually. These funds would be allocated to initiatives aimed at improving ecosystems, protecting wildlife, mitigating wildfire damage, and expanding outdoor access. The proposition specifically targets sales tax from products such as tents, campers, skis, boats, and fishing equipment. Proponents emphasize that the measure would not increase existing taxes, raise prices for consumers, or alter the retail experience for businesses. The Colorado Secretary of State’s Office confirmed on August 21 that the initiative gathered sufficient valid signatures to qualify for the ballot.

Iron Maiden and Christopher Cross Address U.S.-Canada Tensions During Toronto Concerts

Iron Maiden and Christopher Cross Address U.S.-Canada Tensions During Toronto Concerts

During their recent concerts in Toronto, both Iron Maiden and Christopher Cross addressed the rising tensions between Canada and the United States. Iron Maiden's vocalist Bruce Dickinson commented on President Trump's renaming of Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' and the imposition of a 50 percent tariff on Canadian goods. Christopher Cross, during his performance, expressed embarrassment over the U.S. political climate, referencing a 'dark time' in his country and criticizing President Trump. Cross began his set with his song 'Dreamers,' which includes a snippet of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have A Dream' speech, and urged the audience not to give up on the U.S., citing an upcoming election as an opportunity for change.

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Read the grand jury report and check out the panel's recommendations

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Nancy Pelosi's Endorsement for Successor Faces Challenges in San Francisco Congressional Race

Nancy Pelosi's Endorsement for Successor Faces Challenges in San Francisco Congressional Race

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has endorsed San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan in an effort to secure her long-held congressional seat for a Democrat of her choosing. Pelosi announced her endorsement two weeks prior to California's June primary. However, the effectiveness of Pelosi's influence in the race remains uncertain. Chan is set to face off against another Democrat, far-left state Sen. Scott Wiener, in the November general election, a consequence of California's top-two primary system. Wiener had previously indicated he would not run until Pelosi retired but entered the race last October before her retirement announcement. This timing has led to speculation in San Francisco political circles that Pelosi's strong support for Chan may be partly motivated by frustration with Wiener. Despite Pelosi's reputation as a fundraiser, Chan has raised approximately $1.1 million, significantly less than Wiener's over $4.5 million.

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Grand jury criticizes DCF handling of abuse and neglect cases

Grand jury criticizes DCF handling of abuse and neglect cases

A grand jury report issued Aug. 31 strongly criticizes the Florida Department of Children and Families' record of protecting children and the elderly.

Salahdine Parnasse unbothered by Dan Hooker's 'silly' trash talk ahead of UFC Paris

Salahdine Parnasse unbothered by Dan Hooker's 'silly' trash talk ahead of UFC Paris

Salahdine Parnasse says he's not affected one bit by Dan Hooker's trash talk ahead of UFC Paris.

Cincinnati Enquirer

Bengals head coach Zac Taylor pleased with depth of 53-man roster

Bengals head coach Zac Taylor pleased with depth of 53-man roster

Bengals players returned to their lockers post-practice Sept. 1, well into the countdown toward their Week 1 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Commanders Wire

Commanders sign former Bears cornerback to practice squad

Commanders sign former Bears cornerback to practice squad

The Washington Commanders add another experienced cornerback ahead of the 2026 season.

Reds activate LHP Brandon Williamson, recall infielder Juan Brito as rosters expand

Reds activate LHP Brandon Williamson, recall infielder Juan Brito as rosters expand

Cincinnati’s roster expands to 28 in the month of September.

Greg Dortch explains why he's surprised to be on the Bills now

Greg Dortch explains why he's surprised to be on the Bills now

What Greg Dortch said about signing with the Bills after being cut by the Lions.

Lions add pair of players to 2026 practice squad

Lions add pair of players to 2026 practice squad

The Detroit Lions signed two more players to their 2026 practice squad, reaching the 16-player limit.