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NAACP Criticizes Reported Plan to Name Aircraft Carrier After President Trump Instead of WWII Hero Doris Miller

NAACP Criticizes Reported Plan to Name Aircraft Carrier After President Trump Instead of WWII Hero Doris Miller

Black community leaders, including the NAACP, have strongly criticized reported internal discussions within the U.S. Navy to name an upcoming aircraft carrier, CVN-81, after President Trump instead of World War II hero Doris Miller. The Navy had previously announced in 2020, during the first Trump administration, its intention to name the fourth vessel in the new Gerald R. Ford-class carriers after Miller. Doris Miller, a Black enlisted sailor, displayed extraordinary heroism during the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, saving wounded sailors and manning an anti-aircraft gun despite lacking formal training. Derrick Johnson, president of the NAACP, called the reported potential name change a 'slap in the face to every war hero and to every service member who has worn the uniform.' Prominent civil rights attorney Ben Crump also condemned the move, stating it is not how heroes should be treated. The White House referred questions to the Pentagon, and U.S. Navy and Pentagon officials declined to comment on the r...
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Sean Duffy’s National Vacation Is Peak MAGA Cringe

Sean Duffy’s National Vacation Is Peak MAGA Cringe

A Catholic reality TV couple taking a cross-country trip with their nine kids would be great TV if it didn't feature the Transportation Secretary selling out his office
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Representative Troy Nehls Highlights President Trump's Role in U.S. Manufacturing Revival, Citing Texas Investment

Representative Troy Nehls Highlights President Trump's Role in U.S. Manufacturing Revival, Citing Texas Investment

U.S. Representative Troy E. Nehls has lauded President Trump's efforts in revitalizing American manufacturing, pointing to significant growth in the sector since 2022. Nehls specifically referenced the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (H.R. 1), signed into law by President Trump in 2025, and the administration's trade policies as key drivers of this resurgence. According to Nehls, President Trump's return to the White House has led to $11 trillion in U.S. and foreign investments, fostering job growth and innovation nationwide. A prime example cited is Bristol Myers Squibb's substantial investment in Houston, Texas, which Nehls presents as tangible evidence of the "America First" agenda yielding positive outcomes. Nehls affirmed his commitment to continue supporting President Trump's policies aimed at boosting manufacturing and job creation across the country, particularly within Texas's 22nd Congressional District.
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Trump poll finds most states disapprove of his job performance

Trump poll finds most states disapprove of his job performance

A new approval tracker from The Economist and YouGov shows 47 of the 50 states with negative net approval ratings for Trump, including Texas.
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Trump’s strange obsession with steam-powered catapults

Trump’s strange obsession with steam-powered catapults

A weird week for the US military, briefly explained.
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President Trump's Stance on Data Centers Becomes Contentious Issue in Midterm Elections

President Trump's Stance on Data Centers Becomes Contentious Issue in Midterm Elections

President Trump has publicly advocated for the construction of data centers, emphasizing their potential for job creation and tax revenue. Speaking alongside cryptocurrency leaders at the White House, he stated that he would 'absolutely want' an AI plant or data center if he were a mayor or governor, citing the 'enormous' jobs and taxes they provide. This position contrasts sharply with the sentiment in many competitive midterm races, where data centers have become a 'toxic' issue. Voters and even some Republican strategists are expressing concerns about the environmental impact, energy consumption, and local community changes associated with these large facilities. The Senate Republicans’ campaign arm has warned that public anger over data centers could jeopardize electoral outcomes, highlighting the political sensitivity of the issue.
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Texas Republicans Navigate Border Wall Controversy in Big Bend Region

Texas Republicans Navigate Border Wall Controversy in Big Bend Region

Texas Republicans are carefully addressing the Trump administration's plans for border infrastructure in the Big Bend region, which include an access road and vehicle barriers in Big Bend National Park, and 30-foot barriers on private land. This initiative has sparked bipartisan outrage among constituents, who are concerned about the environmental impact on the beloved natural treasure and the use of eminent domain for private land. Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Republican U.S. Senate nominee and typically a strong ally of President Trump, has called the plan "not smart border security," marking a rare public disagreement with the White House. Other Republican leaders, including U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, have acknowledged local concerns and welcomed a temporary construction pause announced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commissioner Rodney Scott, without explicitly condemning the project. The Big Bend sector, despite being the largest, is the quietest along the U.S.-Mexico border, accounting for on...
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Governor Abbott Proposes Ban on H-1B Workers and Foreign Funding in Texas K-12 Schools

Governor Abbott Proposes Ban on H-1B Workers and Foreign Funding in Texas K-12 Schools

Governor Greg Abbott has introduced a new initiative aimed at restricting foreign influence in Texas public schools. The proposal includes a ban on H-1B visa workers in K-12 education and prohibits public schools from accepting gifts or entering into financial arrangements with foreign governments or entities connected to them. Abbott stated that the objective is to prevent foreign governments and foreign-backed organizations from influencing Texas education and to ensure that jobs in public schools are available to Texans. This move follows a broader focus by his administration and the Trump administration on the use of H-1B visas. The governor's proposal would require legislative action to be enacted into law. Previous examples cited include Qatar Foundation International providing funds to Austin ISD for Arabic language and culture instruction, and similar concerns raised regarding Houston ISD's Arabic Immersion Magnet School.
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U.S. Military Budget Faces Scrutiny Over Opacity and Cost Overruns

U.S. Military Budget Faces Scrutiny Over Opacity and Cost Overruns

The U.S. military budget, which reached $1 trillion this year and is projected to increase to $1.5 trillion under President Trump's priorities, is under intense scrutiny for its lack of transparency and consistent cost overruns. According to ProPublica, the explanations for vast sums of spending are often vague, requiring extensive cross-referencing of thousands of pages of financial documents to understand. Retired Army Major General John Ferrari, a nonresident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, stated that the system is not set up for transparency. The Department of Defense has never passed a comprehensive financial audit. This opacity contributes to a cycle where expensive weapons systems frequently exceed budgets, face delays, or become obsolete before completion. Examples include the Zumwalt class destroyers, which saw their estimated price per ship increase from $1.5 billion to over $10 billion, and the Next Generation Operational Control System for GPS satellites, which was canceled...
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World War II Dive Bombers Conduct Historic Flight Over Colorado Springs

World War II Dive Bombers Conduct Historic Flight Over Colorado Springs

The National Museum of World War II Aviation in Colorado Springs hosted a historic flight of the only three airworthy Curtiss SB2C Helldiver aircraft from World War II. Hundreds of military aviation and history enthusiasts gathered before daybreak on Thursday to witness the event. Two of the dive bombers traveled from the Fagen Fighters WWII Museum in Minnesota and the Commemorative Air Force in Texas, joining Colorado Springs' own Helldiver, which had a 40-year journey from the bottom of a Pacific Northwest lake to the museum. The museum's B-25 Mitchell 'In the Mood' aircraft also participated in the flight. The skies were clear at sunrise, allowing the warbirds to take off one by one for their first joint flight. Many attendees, including Paul and Lori Oaks from Arkansas, and retired Navy officer Dennis Junge, expressed deep emotional connections to the event, often recalling personal military service or family war stories. Charlie Knoeckel, whose father flew Helldivers, was particularly moved as the pla...
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Longtime publisher of Stars and Stripes to retire, citing differences with Pentagon leadership

Longtime publisher of Stars and Stripes to retire, citing differences with Pentagon leadership

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Trump claims U.S. has control of the Strait of Hormuz. See gas prices in NC

Trump claims U.S. has control of the Strait of Hormuz. See gas prices in NC

Following Trump's remarks claiming U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz, here's what to know about gas prices in North Carolina.