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Representative Eric Burlison Advocates for Data Center Development to Counter China's Influence

Representative Eric Burlison Advocates for Data Center Development to Counter China's Influence

Representative Eric Burlison, a Republican from Missouri, is a vocal proponent for the continued development of data centers in the United States. He argues that opposition to data center construction inadvertently benefits China, emphasizing that their proliferation is an inevitable aspect of technological advancement. Burlison's stance highlights a growing debate within U.S. politics regarding the balance between local community concerns and national technological competitiveness. While some politicians, like Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Ohio Senator Jon Husted, have shifted their positions to address public resistance to data centers, Burlison maintains that the U.S. must embrace this technology to remain competitive on the global stage. His perspective aligns with the view that data centers are crucial for a robust technological future and for keeping pace with international rivals.

Congressional Push to Ban Lawmakers' Stock Trading Intensifies Amid New Report

Congressional Push to Ban Lawmakers' Stock Trading Intensifies Amid New Report

A new report from the Congressional Research Service highlights an intensified push to overhaul legislation concerning congressional financial activities. This development comes as discussions around campaign finance reform gain traction. The report details the most concentrated effort in years to address the financial dealings of members of Congress. This renewed focus on congressional financial ethics is part of a broader conversation about transparency and potential conflicts of interest within the U.S. government. The push aims to restrict or ban lawmakers from trading individual stocks, a practice that has drawn scrutiny for its potential to allow members to profit from non-public information gained through their official duties. The report serves as a comprehensive overview of the legislative landscape and the various proposals being considered to reform these financial activities.

Congressman Eugene Vindman Proposes 18-Month TPS Extension for Salvadorans Amid Economic Contributions Debate

Congressman Eugene Vindman Proposes 18-Month TPS Extension for Salvadorans Amid Economic Contributions Debate

As the September 9, 2026, deadline for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for El Salvador approaches, Congressman Eugene Vindman has introduced a proposal to extend TPS for Salvadoran beneficiaries by an additional 18 months. This initiative aims to provide continued protection and work permits for approximately 180,000 Salvadorans. The discussion around TPS has intensified, with data from FWD.us and the National TPS Alliance highlighting the significant economic contributions of Salvadoran TPS holders to the U.S. economy. These beneficiaries reportedly contribute an estimated $5.4 billion annually and pay $1.5 billion in federal, state, and local taxes. Approximately 170,000 Salvadoran TPS holders reside in the U.S., with 152,000 actively participating in the workforce, primarily in sectors such as construction, maintenance, transportation, manufacturing, and food services. Additionally, over 150,000 U.S. citizen children depend on their Salvadoran TPS parents' labor contributions.

How Christians can fight back against Christian nationalism

How Christians can fight back against Christian nationalism

A new book argues the future of democracy depends on a segment of American Christians. What should they do?

Brandon Herrera, Backed by President Trump, Advances Pro-Gun Stance in Texas Congressional Race

Brandon Herrera, Backed by President Trump, Advances Pro-Gun Stance in Texas Congressional Race

Brandon Herrera, known as 'The AK Guy' and a manufacturer of AK-47 style weapons, is campaigning for a Republican congressional seat in Texas with the explicit endorsement of President Trump. Herrera's central platform advocates for nationwide permitless gun carry, a policy already enacted in Texas since 2021 for individuals over 21, with some limitations. He aims to extend this legislation nationally, emphasizing the prevention of arrests for law-abiding gun owners with legal concealed carry permits. Herrera's stance contrasts with that of his Republican primary opponent, Tony Gonzales, who supported gun control measures in 2022 following the Uvalde school shooting, including enhanced background checks for those under 21 and easier confiscation of weapons from domestic violence offenders. Herrera's campaign aligns with the National Rifle Association's (NRA) legislative action institute, which also supports federal permitless gun carry.

President Trump Claims Billions Earned for U.S. Through Investments, Defends Personal Trading

President Trump Claims Billions Earned for U.S. Through Investments, Defends Personal Trading

President Trump has asserted that his investment activities, including in stocks and other assets, have generated hundreds of billions of dollars for the United States, not for his personal gain. He made these claims on his social media platform, Truth Social, dismissing criticisms from Democrats regarding his personal trading activities. President Trump shared an AI-generated image depicting him at the Resolute Desk surrounded by trading screens, one of which showed a 'bought: Intel $20' transaction and another indicating the stock's current price at $95. His administration reportedly acquired approximately 10% of Intel Corporation's shares in August 2025 at $20.47 per share, a total investment of $8.9 billion, which was below market price. Intel's stock has since seen significant increases, rising 143.27% this year and 291.34% over the past year.

President Trump Calls for Ban on Bombardier Sales in U.S. Unless Manufacturing Shifts Stateside

President Trump Calls for Ban on Bombardier Sales in U.S. Unless Manufacturing Shifts Stateside

President Trump has publicly called for a ban on the sale of Bombardier jets in the United States unless the Canadian plane manufacturer establishes a manufacturing base within the U.S. In a post on Truth Social, President Trump stated, “NO MORE SELLING BOMBARDIER IN THE UNITED STATES! Their products aren’t good enough! If they want our Market, they must build here, and stop treating America like a ‘piggybank.’” This declaration marks an escalation in trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada. Bombardier currently operates several manufacturing facilities in the U.S., including a plant in Wichita, Kansas, which produces business jets and military aircraft, and another in Red Oak, Texas, manufacturing parts for its Global 8000 jet. Additionally, over 2,800 U.S.-based suppliers across 47 states contribute to Bombardier's operations, with more than half the parts for its Global 7500 jets being U.S.-made, though final assembly occurs in Canada. This is not the first instance of President Trump targeting Bomba...

Texas Leaders Pursue Birth Tourism Crackdown Despite Federal Court Block on President Trump's Order

Texas Leaders Pursue Birth Tourism Crackdown Despite Federal Court Block on President Trump's Order

Texas Republican leaders are advancing efforts to combat alleged 'birth tourism,' even as a federal district court has temporarily blocked President Trump's executive order aimed at restricting the practice nationwide. The federal judge's ruling last week marked another setback for President Trump's attempts to modify the Citizenship Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, which grants U.S. citizenship to individuals born in the United States. President Trump's August executive order directed the State Department and Department of Homeland Security to revoke visas and permanently bar noncitizens entering the U.S. for the purpose of giving birth and securing U.S. citizenship for their children. This followed a Supreme Court ruling in June that upheld the Fourteenth Amendment's definition of birthright citizenship, deeming President Trump's initial order unconstitutional. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has already filed a lawsuit against a Houston-area care center, alleging it operated as a maternity hotel an...

President Trump delays federal hemp ban. What it means for Texas

President Trump delays federal hemp ban. What it means for Texas

President Donald Trump has delayed a federal crackdown on hemp-derived THC products, but Texas' ban on most hemp-derived THC products remains in effect.

The Latest: Canada strikes back with tariffs on about $20 billion worth of US goods

The Latest: Canada strikes back with tariffs on about $20 billion worth of US goods

Canada struck back at U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday with tariffs on about $20 billion worth of U.S. goods, in response to his latest round of tariffs on Canada

Trump threatens Canadian jetmaker Bombardier, which has an extensive US footprint

Trump threatens Canadian jetmaker Bombardier, which has an extensive US footprint

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to ban the sale of aircraft from Canada’s Bombardier unless it manufactures planes in the United States

Bipartisan Opposition Mounts Against Flock Safety AI Camera Network Over Privacy Concerns

Bipartisan Opposition Mounts Against Flock Safety AI Camera Network Over Privacy Concerns

A growing bipartisan coalition of U.S. politicians and local authorities is opposing Flock Safety's automatic license plate recognition cameras. Over 100 jurisdictions have already terminated contracts with the company, according to the nonprofit Institute for Justice. Flock Safety, founded in 2017, operates approximately 120,000 cameras across the United States, conducting about 2 billion scans monthly. These cameras photograph vehicle license plates, allowing police and private security firms to track vehicle movements. The company's software facilitates data sharing among law enforcement agencies, including U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The controversy intensified following reports of alleged misuse by police officers, who reportedly used the system to stalk former partners and track individuals seeking abortions. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has blocked state agencies from purchasing Flock products, while Senator Bernie Sanders plans to introduce legislation to restrict camera use. Sena...