02 U.S. Politics

Trump says US will contribute $10 billion to Board of Peace– www.washingtonexaminer.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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President Donald Trump said Thursday that the United States will contribute $10 billion toward the Board of Peace.

Trump made his announcement during the board’s second official meeting, the first convening of the group in Washington, D.C.

“The United States is going to make a contribution of $10 billion to the Board of Peace,” said Trump. “We’ve had great support for that number and that number is a very small number when you look at that, compared to the cost of war. That’s two weeks of fighting.”

Mamdani’s anti-police rhetoric blamed after snowball attack on NYPD officers– www.washingtonexaminer.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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A video of New York Police Department officers getting pelted with snowballs by residents went viral Monday evening, and critics are blaming New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s anti-police rhetoric.

The video circulating on social media shows a group of people in Washington Square Park engaging in what began as a spontaneous snowball fight after heavy snowfall hit the city, and then turning their attention toward uniformed officers who had arrived at the scene.

NYPD Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said in an X post that the department is aware of the incident, calling it “criminal,” and said detectives are investigating the matter.

‘IT’S NOT GOING TO END WELL FOR THEM”: Susan Rice Threatens Trump Supporters: ‘Revenge Is Best Served Cold’– gellerreport.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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President Joe Biden’s domestic policy chief is promising revenge against the voters, business executives, and appointees who support President Donald Trump’s 2024 election mandate.

“A very prominent public figure, who has served at nearly the very highest levels, once told me … ‘Revenge is best served cold,’ and the older I get, the more I see the wisdom of that,” Susan Rice said in a February 19 video interview by a fellow Democrat.

She added:

When it comes to the elites, you know, the corporate interests, the law firms, the universities, the media … it’s not going to end well for them, for those that decided that they would act in their perceived very narrow self-interest, which I would underscore, is very short-term self-interest, and, you know, take a knee to Trump.

Study Falsely Claims Abortion is Safer Than Childbirth– www.lifenews.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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Abortion bans will expose women giving birth to “44 to 70 times higher than the mortality risk from abortion,” according to a new study from the University of Maryland and Brown University.

The lead author, Maria Steenland, an assistant professor at the University of Maryland’s School of Public Health, claims, “Our new analysis shows that it is far more dangerous to be pregnant than to have an abortion, and this gap in mortality risk is even larger than previously recognized.”

But what is the new evidence their analysis is based on?

Why are data centres fuelling tensions in Northern Virginia ahead of US midterms?– www.channelnewsasia.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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NORTHERN VIRGINIA: Rising energy costs are fuelling frustration among American voters ahead of this year’s midterm elections.

In Northern Virginia, data centres – notorious for guzzling massive amounts of electricity and water – are emerging as a flashpoint over power demand and infrastructure strain.

The region on the eastern coast of the United States is widely regarded as the data centre capital of the world, with a large concentration of server farms clustered in counties just outside Washington, DC.

ICE whistleblower documents reveal deep cuts to training program– www.latimes.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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WASHINGTON — New whistleblower documents detail substantial cuts by the Trump administration to the training requirements for new immigration officers.

Among the cuts are the elimination of practical exams, use of force and legal training courses, and an overall reduction in training time, contrary to an official’s testimony to Congress earlier this month.

The documents, provided to Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) by whistleblowers from the Department of Homeland Security, were publicly revealed ahead of a forum Monday afternoon with congressional Democrats — the third in recent weeks probing what the members view as abusive and illegal tactics used by federal agents.

How Trump’s ICE Built Nationwide Police Alliance Right Under Democrats’ Noses– www.westernjournal.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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President Donald Trump dramatically expanded a little-known program allowing local law enforcement to assist deportation operations even in liberal states, documents show.

Since 2019, more than 1,350 local agencies have penned agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, including 68 from Democratic states and 88 in swing states, a Daily Caller News Foundation analysis of ICE records found.

Liberal activists and officials are coming up with ways to thwart the contracts, known as 287(g) agreements, after Trump’s officials gained a foothold for ICE around the country under his first and second terms.

After a Landmark Ruling, the U.K. Is Restoring Biological Sex in Schools– www.standingforfreedom.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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The U.K. appears to be done with the transgender movement and its insatiable demands, even as the European Union continues to double down.

In the aftermath of a landmark Supreme Court ruling declaring that transgenders can’t legally change their biological sex, the U.K. has been slowly bringing “clarity and confidence” and reestablishing gender normalcy in schools, sports, healthcare, business, and the law through governmental guidance and court decisions.

Abbott celebrates explosive school choice demand as 100,000 Texas families apply– www.theblaze.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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Over 100,000 students have already applied after the explosive launch of Texas School Choice — which Gov. Greg Abbott (R) calls “the biggest and best rollout of school choice in the history of the United States of America.”

“And it’s really a gamechanger for education in our state. You know, one thing about school choice is it provides school competition,” Abbott tells Blaze Media co-founder Glenn Beck on “The Glenn Beck Program.”

Somali Fraudster Arrested for Stealing Millions from Taxpayers in Minnesota– slaynews.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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A Somali daycare operator accused of siphoning millions in taxpayer dollars through fraudulent schemes in Minnesota has been arrested after she was caught attempting to flee the country.

Fahima Egeh Mahamud, the owner of Future Leaders Early Learning Center, was taken into custody after booking travel to the United Kingdom, according to court documents and local reports.

She is now the 79th defendant charged in connection with the sprawling Feeding Our Future fraud investigation.

Fortune 500’s DEI Retreat Shows Social Credit System Collapse– thefederalist.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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For years, corporate America has fallen all over itself to be applauded by activists like the Human Rights Campaign, falsely believing HRC’s approval meant they were doing something right and good for business. This year, hundreds of companies, realizing they’ve been led astray, marched the other way.

Participation in the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index (CEI) was once treated as all but mandatory for Fortune 500 companies. But 2026 marks a cataclysmic collapse for that assumption.

In 2026, HRC saw a dramatic 65 percent drop in Fortune 500 CEI participation from 2025. And the number of companies achieving the “perfect” 100 score dropped approximately 30 percent from roughly 750 to 534. That’s not a rounding error. It’s a rapid retreat. And it’s overdue. But why such a dramatic shift? Why now?

CBS News Contributor Steps Down Amid Fallout From Epstein Email Revelations– trendingpoliticsnews.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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Peter Attia, a physician and prominent voice in the field of longevity science, has stepped down from his role as a contributor to CBS News after newly released government records revealed extensive communications between him and Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender. The departure came weeks after Attia had been added to the network’s roster as part of an editorial overhaul.

CBS News announced Attia’s hiring on January 28 of this year, alongside 18 other contributors in a move overseen by editor in chief Bari Weiss. The additions were presented as an effort to expand the network’s expertise in health and science coverage. Within days, however, the Department of Justice released millions of pages of documents tied to its long-running investigation into Epstein, under the requirements of the Epstein Files Transparency Act. Attia’s name appeared repeatedly in the materials.

White House Prioritizes Domestic Phosphorus, Glyphosate Production for Food Security– legalinsurrection.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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The last time I covered the topic of the week-killing compound called glyphosate, it was in the context of concern over chemical supply shortages in 2022.

In that report, I shared concerns about the lack of phosphorus, used in compounds that support agriculture. I also noted that farmers were struggling because weeds had developed resistance to the exposure levels of this chemical, usually linked to the product Roundup.

This week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order using the Defense Production Act (DPA) to prioritize and expand U.S. production of elemental phosphorus and ensure adequate production of glyphosate‑based herbicides, designating them as “critical” to national defense and food security and extending liability protections to producers that comply with the order.

“I find that ensuring robust domestic elemental phosphorus mining and United States-based production of glyphosate-based herbicides is central to American economic and national security,” Trump said in the order. “Without immediate Federal action, the United States remains inadequately equipped and vulnerable.”

…Phosphorus, which is also covered in the order, is a precursor to the production of glyphosate and is also used in the manufacturing of certain military equipment.

The order will require Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to issue orders and regulations to implement the increased supply of phosphorus and glyphosate.

A White House Fact sheet on the executive order said Trump signed it to “ensure domestic production of elemental phosphorus and glyphosate-based herbicides, the loss of which would cripple critical supply chains.”

Trump’s new global tariffs kick in at 10% – business live | Business– www.theguardian.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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President Donald Trump’s new tariffs have come into effect today at a rate of 10%, after the US supreme court blocked many of his import taxes on Friday.

The president signed an executive order last Friday authorising the 10% tariffs just hours after the supreme court ruling. He later threatened to raise the rate to 15%, but did not officially do so by Tuesday 12.01am time in Washington, when the 10% levy came into effect.

However, Bloomberg is reporting that officials in the White House are working on a formal order that will increase the rate to 15%.

It comes after Trump declared this week that he can use tariffs in a “much more powerful and obnoxious way”.

White House Interferes in Florida Attempt to Limit AI for Minors– www.dailysignal.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL—The White House is engaging against a Florida bill that would establish limits on artificial intelligence, including protections for minors, sources familiar with the matter tell The Daily Signal.

The White House has contacted Florida Speaker of the House Daniel Perez and his staff members about opposing Gov. Ron DeSantis’ Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights, sources said.

So far, Perez has sent the bill through four committees in the House since its introduction early this year. Perez told reporters on Tuesday that he is skeptical that states should pass legislation on an issue where the federal government has “first dibs.”

ANDY NGO REPORTS: Texas targets Houston Antifa cell in terror probe | The Post Millennial– thepostmillennial.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office is conducting an investigation into Screwston Antifa.

AUSTIN, Texas — A Houston-area Antifa cell is under criminal investigation by the Texas attorney general for possible involvement in aiding terrorism and doxing targets.

The Screwston Anti-Fascist Committee, which calls itself an organization, maintains a large online presence where it spreads radical propaganda, targets private citizens and law enforcement officers, and sells merchandise to bankroll its activities.

Dems refuse to make 2024 mistakes in the wake of tariff ruling– www.politico.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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The Supreme Court’s tariff decision left the door wide open for Democrats to hammer President Donald Trump for violating the law. This time, they’re not taking the bait.

Instead, Democratic campaigns are leaning into an argument they have been making for months: Trump’s tariffs are coming out of voters’ pockets. Some Democrats can’t help but hit the tariffs as “unlawful,” but they’re pivoting quickly back to affordability.

Iran May Be Pairing Ballistic Missiles With Chemical Warheads, Israeli Adviser Warns – RedState– redstate.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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For years, the fight over Iran has centered on centrifuges, uranium stockpiles, and enrichment percentages. That framework may now be outdated. If the latest assessments are accurate, Tehran is not merely edging back toward nuclear capability but pairing advanced ballistic missiles with alleged chemical and biological payload potential. That is not incremental pressure. It is strategic escalation.

Gavin Newsom Says He Can Relate to Black People Because He ‘Can’t Read’– slaynews.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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California’s Democrat Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing allegations of “liberal racism” after remarks he made about black people at a Sunday night event in Atlanta while promoting his new book.

Speaking with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, Newsom attempted to relate to the mostly black audience by downplaying his academic credentials.

“I’m not trying to impress you,” Newsom said.

“I’m just trying to impress upon you, ‘I’m like you. I’m not better than you.’

Blue State Rebellion: Abortion Shield Laws Defy the Constitution– www.standingforfreedom.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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The state of New York is actively engaging in a rebellion.

I’m not just talking about its refusal to enforce federal immigration law, harboring and exporting violent illegal aliens to other states like Jose Ibarra, who was freed on cashless bail by the Empire State before he traveled to Georgia and killed 22-year-old nursing student Laken Riley.

I’m talking about a refusal to follow the Constitution in a way that threatens to turn these United States into nation-states and warring entities, like the city-states of ancient Greece.

Sam Altman Defends A.I. Energy Use With Human Comparison, Spark Debate– observer.com

pgnewser February 24, 2026 0

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Sam Altman challenged critics of A.I.’s water and electricity consumption. Photo by John MacDougall/AFP via Getty Images

Sam Altman is pushing back on mounting criticism over the environmental toll of A.I. The OpenAI chief has dismissed claims about A.I.’s water consumption as “fake” and drawn comparisons between the electricity required to power A.I. systems and the energy it takes to develop human intelligence.

Figures suggesting that tools like ChatGPT consume multiple gallons of water per query are “totally insane” and have “no connection to reality,” Altman said in a Feb. 20 interview with The Indian Express on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. Last year, Altman claimed that ChatGPT uses 0.000085 gallons of water per query—roughly one-fifteenth of a teaspoon—though he did not explain how he calculated that figure.

A.I.’s water footprint largely stems from the need for evaporative cooling systems used to keep data center hardware from overheating. But Altman argued that companies like OpenAI are no longer directly managing such cooling processes. Many A.I. developers, he noted, are shifting toward cooling systems that recirculate liquid rather than continually drawing fresh supplies. Meanwhile, tech giants like Microsoft, Meta, Google and Amazon have pledged to replenish more water than they withdraw by 2030.