[Monday, March 31] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

1. Trump Administration and Executive Branch

1.1 Personnel and Staffing

The Trump administration is breaking modern presidential records with unprecedented staffing efforts, hiring “thousands of America-First warriors” [1]. This staffing approach markedly differs from Trump’s first term, with the Chief of Staff implementing a notably aggressive strategy [2]. The administration’s focus on loyal personnel suggests a coordinated effort to rapidly advance its agenda.

[1] Trump admin breaking modern presidential staffing records, hiring ’thousands of America-First warriors’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-admin-breaking-modern-presidential-staffing-records-hiring-thousands-america-first-warriors;
[2] It’s Different This Time Around—Trump’s Wily Chief of Staff Bringing the Heat, https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2025/03/30/its-different-this-time-aroundtrumps-wily-chief-of-staff-bringing-the-heat-n2187276

1.2 Executive Orders and Policy Implementation

The administration has begun implementing significant policy changes through executive action. Tulsi Gabbard has revoked security clearances and access to classified information from multiple high-profile officials including President Biden, Vice President Harris, and former Secretary Clinton [1]. In the military sphere, Hegseth has ordered a return to “sex-neutral standards” [2]. Meanwhile, FTC Commissioner Melissa Holyoak is reportedly working remotely from Utah despite Trump’s return-to-office order and DOGE clampdown [3]. Questions have also emerged regarding the status of the General Accounting Office [4].

[1] Tulsi Gabbard revokes security clearances, access to classified information for Biden, Harris, Clinton, others, https://www.foxnews.com/us/tulsi-gabbard-revokes-security-clearances-access-classified-information-biden-harris-clinton;
[2] Hegseth Orders Return To ‘Sex-Neutral Standards’ In The Military, https://thefederalist.com/2025/03/31/hegseth-signs-memo-ordering-return-to-sex-neutral-standards-in-the-military/;
[3] FTC Commissioner Melissa Holyoak working remotely from Utah — despite Trump’s RTO order and DOGE clampdown: sources, https://nypost.com/2025/03/31/business/ftc-commissioner-melissa-holyoak-working-remotely-from-utah-despite-trumps-rto-order-for-us-workers-sources/;
[4] What happened to the General Accounting Office (GAO)?, https://www.reddit.com/r/Conservative/comments/1jobvxm/what_happened_to_the_general_accounting_office_gao/

1.3 DOGE Operations and Investigations

Elon Musk, leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has announced a new investigative focus on members of Congress who have accumulated significant wealth while in office [1]. Musk has specifically questioned how certain members of Congress have obtained substantial wealth, reportedly asking “How’d They Get $20 Million?” [2]. This initiative appears to be part of DOGE’s broader efforts to identify potential financial impropriety in government.

[1] Elon Musk reveals DOGE’s new target — members of Congress who got ‘strangely wealthy’, https://nypost.com/2025/03/31/us-news/elon-musk-reveals-doges-new-target-members-of-congress-who-got-strangely-wealthy/;
[2] Musk Training DOGE’s Sights on ‘Strangely Wealthy’ Members of Congress: ‘How’d They Get $20 Million?’, https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2025/03/31/musk-turning-doges-attention-to-strangely-wealthy-members-of-congress-howd-they-get-20-million-n2187314

1.4 Presidential Communications and Activities

President Trump has made several significant public communications, expressing strong criticism of Russian President Putin regarding Ukraine in an NBC interview described as using “salty” and “no uncertain terms” [1]. In another statement, Trump claimed Ukrainian President Zelenskyy wants to withdraw from a previously agreed mineral deal, while also addressing questions about a potential third term [2]. Despite recent controversies including “Signal-Gate,” a CBS poll indicates Trump has maintained a 50 percent approval rating [3]. The White House has also announced plans to take control of the briefing room seating arrangements [4].

[1] ‘Very Angry’ Trump Goes Off on Putin Over Ukraine in NBC Interview—in No Uncertain (Salty) Terms, https://redstate.com/mike_miller/2025/03/30/very-angry-trump-goes-off-on-putin-in-nbc-interview-in-no-uncertain-salty-terms-n2187287;
[2] Trump says Zelenskyy wants to back out of mineral deal, addresses 3rd term during gaggle, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-says-zelenskyy-wants-back-out-mineral-deal-addresses-3rd-term-during-gaggle;
[3] CBS Poll: Signal-Gate Fails as Trump Maintains 50 Percent Approval Rating, https://www.breitbart.com/economy/2025/03/30/cbs-poll-signal-gate-fails-as-trump-maintains-50-percent-approval-rating/;
[4] Liberal Angst Alert: White House to Take Over Briefing Room Seating Chart, https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2025/03/30/liberal-angst-alert-white-house-to-take-over-press-briefing-room-seating-chart-n2187305

2. Congressional and Legislative Matters

2.1 Election and Voting Issues

Elon Musk has distributed $1 million checks to voters in Wisconsin after the state’s Supreme Court declined to intervene in the matter [1]. Reports indicate that the Wisconsin Supreme Court has made a decision regarding attempts to stop these payments [2]. This distribution of funds to voters represents a significant and controversial development in electoral practices.

[1] Elon Musk hands out $1 million checks to voters after Wisconsin Supreme Court declined to intervene, https://nypost.com/2025/03/31/us-news/elon-musk-hands-out-1-million-checks-to-voters-after-wisconsin-supreme-court-declined-to-intervene/;
[2] Wisconsin Supreme Court decides on attempt to stop Elon Musk’s $1M payments to voters, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/wisconsin-supreme-court-rejects-democrat-ags-attempt-block-elon-musks-1m-giveaway-voters?intcmp=tw_fnc

2.2 Congressional and State Politics

At the federal level, Senator Mullin has reportedly addressed concerns about a “thoughtful conversation” regarding a “successful attack” on terrorists that was allegedly overheard by Whoopi Goldberg [1]. At the state level, the Los Angeles Times has filed a lawsuit against Mayor Karen Bass [2], while Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has been shown in a video supporting what appears to be a controversial initiative called “Reimagine New Jersey” [3]. Additionally, there has been electoral activity in Wisconsin, with an endorsement for Brad Schimel in an upcoming election [4].

[1] Sen. Mullin: Goldberg Overheard A “Thoughtful Conversation” About A “Successful Attack” On Terrorists, https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2025/03/30/sen_mullin_golberg_oveheard_a_thoughtful_conversation_about_a_successful_attack_on_terrorists.html;
[2] Here’s Why the LA Times Is Suing Mayor Karen Bass, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/madelineleesman/2025/03/31/karen-bass-lawsuit-n2654747;
[3] “Reimagine New Jersey”: Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Shown in Video Supporting Fa, https://jonathanturley.org/2025/03/29/reimagine-new-jersey-newark-mayor-ras-baraka-shown-in-video-supporting-farrakhans-racist-violent-views/;
[4] Vote for Brad Schimel tomorrow if you live in Wisconsin, https://www.reddit.com/r/Conservative/comments/1jo98ha/vote_for_brad_schimel_tomorrow_if_you_live_in/

3. Political Opposition and Response

3.1 Legal Challenges and Protests

Government unions have filed lawsuits to block one of President Trump’s executive orders [1]. Meanwhile, there are reports about a resolution to the FBI’s investigation of the 2017 Congressional Baseball Game shooting, with Kash Patel stating that “years long stonewalling” on this matter is “over” [2]. Separately, protests targeting Tesla have drawn scrutiny, with critics suggesting they may not represent genuine grassroots activism but rather a “carefully organized campaign” [3].

[1] Government Unions Sue to Block Trump’s Executive Order, https://hotair.com/john-s-2/2025/03/31/government-unions-sue-to-block-trumps-executive-order-n3801336;
[2] Kash Patel: The FBI’s Years Long Stonewalling on the 2017 Congressional Baseball Game Assassin Is Over, https://acecomments.mu.nu/?post=414264;
[3] ‘Astroturf’: Critics speculate Tesla protests are not a grassroots movement, but carefully organized campaign, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/astroturf-critics-speculate-tesla-protests-not-grassroots-movement-carefully-organized-campaign

3.2 Democratic Party Issues

Reports indicate internal tensions within the Democratic Party, with one Democratic Senator criticizing California Governor Gavin Newsom and blaming California for the party’s “toxic” brand [1]. Additional headlines suggest broader criticisms of the political left [2], and a New York Times piece reportedly suggests that “Democrats are still in denial” [3]. Elon Musk has made claims regarding the Biden administration’s actions related to Social Security and immigrants [4].

[1] ‘Really Problematic’: Dem Senator Throws Gavin Newsom Under The Bus, Blames California For Party’s ‘Toxic’ Brand, https://dailycaller.com/2025/03/30/democrats-michael-bennet-gavin-newsom-party-problem/;
[2] Yes, The Left Supports Domestic Terrorism; Liberals Remain Silent About It, https://hotair.com/david-strom/2025/03/31/yes-the-left-is-100-behind-domestic-terrorism-n3801312;
[3] NY Times: Democrats Are Still in Denial, https://hotair.com/john-s-2/2025/03/31/ny-times-democrats-are-still-in-denial-n3801333;
[4] Elon Musk SHOCKS Crowd with BOMBSHELL Showing What Biden Was REALLY Up to with SSI and Illegals (Watch), https://twitchy.com/samj/2025/03/31/elon-musk-shocks-crowd-with-number-of-illegals-with-social-security-numbers-benefits-who-can-vote-n2410727

4. Immigration and Border Security

4.1 Immigration Enforcement Actions

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested an “illegal Mexican national” who was reportedly involved in a 2014 vehicular homicide of a 13-year-old girl [1]. In a separate case, Leonel Moreno, described as a “migrant influencer” who allegedly encouraged illegal immigrants to squat in Americans’ homes, has been deported [2]. Additionally, El Salvador has accepted more alleged members of the Tren de Aragua gang from the Trump administration [3].

[1] ICE arrests illegal Mexican national involved in 2014 vehicular homicide of 13-year-old girl, https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/ice-arrests-illegal-mexican-national-involved-2014-vehicular-homicide-13-year-old;
[2] Migrant influencer Leonel Moreno, who encouraged illegals to squat in Americans’ homes, deported, https://www.foxnews.com/us/migrant-influencer-turned-squatter-ringleader-deported-after-advocating-taking-over-americans-homes;
[3] El Salvador accepts more alleged Tren de Aragua gang members from Trump admin, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/el-salvador-accepts-17-more-criminals-linked-tren-de-aragua-ms-13-from-trump-admin

4.2 Border Policy and Immigration Benefits

Implementation of new border policies appears to be having immediate effects, with reports that migrant shelters in San Diego are closing “after Trump border crackdown” [1]. A separate report claims that 2.1 million Social Security Numbers were issued to “illegals” under the Biden administration in 2024 alone [2], with allegations that some of these individuals voted and their names are being turned over to the Justice Department.

[1] San Diego Migrant Shelters Close After Trump Border Crackdown, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/03/31/san-diego-migrant-shelters-close-after-trump-border-crackdown/;
[2] 2.1M Social Security Numbers issued to Illegals under Biden in 2024 alone. Some of them voted and their names are being turned over to the Justice Department., https://x.com/WallStreetApes/status/1906526419079082173

5. International Affairs

5.1 Middle East and Security Issues

A disturbing report from Gaza describes Hamas terrorists torturing a protester to death and then leaving the body on the family’s doorstep [1]. A separate report addresses “National Security and the Global Landscape” [2], though the specific content is not detailed in the headline.

[1] Hamas terrorists torture protester to death in Gaza – then leave his body on family’s doorstep, https://nypost.com/2025/03/31/world-news/anti-hamas-protester-tortured-to-death-in-gaza-as-warning-to-others/;
[2] National Security and the Global Landscape, https://spectator.org/the-future-left-the-group-iv-national-security/

5.2 European Politics

In a significant development for French politics, a court has found far-right leader Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzlement and barred her from running for public office [1] with a five-year election ban [2]. In Britain, there are reports examining Margaret Thatcher’s legacy and the Conservative Party fifty years later [3], as well as controversial local policies, including a proposal for a “British borough” to implement potential jail sentences for Christians who cause “distress” with public preaching [4].

[1] French judge finds Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzlement, bars her from running for public office, https://apnews.com/article/marine-le-pen-france-trial-verdict-58b6927782509cee09541fdace91fcaf;
[2] French court hands far-right leader Le Pen five-year election ban, https://timesofmalta.com/article/french-court-hands-farright-leader-le-pen-fiveyear-election-ban.1107436;
[3] Thatcher and the Conservative Party, Fifty Years Later, https://www.civitasinstitute.org/research/thatcher-and-the-conservative-party-fifty-years-later;
[4] British borough proposes two years in jail for Christians who cause “distress” with public preaching, https://notthebee.com/article/labour-politicians-in-britain-propose-law-that-would-jail-christians-for-2-years-if-they-caused-distress-by-evangelization

6. Economic and Regulatory Policy

6.1 Energy and Financial Policy

A clean energy group has reportedly admitted that transitioning to green energy may cause “chaos for New York’s power grid” as the industry attempts to meet new environmental goals [1]. In financial matters, DOGE has reported that fraudsters are targeting Social Security’s call-in lines to “bilk benefits” [2], indicating potential vulnerabilities in the benefits distribution system. Additionally, there is reference to economist Henry Hazlitt’s historical warnings about “entrenched opposition to government employee cuts” [3].

[1] Exclusive | Clean energy group admits going green may mean chaos for New York’s power grid as industry scrambles to meet new goals : report, https://nypost.com/2025/03/30/us-news/clean-energy-group-admits-going-green-may-mean-chaos-for-new-yorks-power-grid-as-industry-scrambles-to-meet-new-goals-report/;
[2] DOGE says fraudsters targeting Social Security’s call-in lines to bilk benefits, https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/doge-says-fraudsters-targeting-social-securitys-call-in-lines-bilk-benefits;
[3] Economist Henry Hazlitt already spoke of entrenched opposition to government employee cuts, https://www.reddit.com/r/Conservative/comments/1joa0ar/economist_henry_hazlitt_already_spoke_of/

6.2 Education and Academia

Changes in higher education policy and leadership are occurring across multiple fronts. An expert suggests that Trump’s plan to privatize student loans would “spur higher-ed reform” and “lower costs” [1]. At Columbia University, the interim president has stepped down [2], with reports suggesting this resignation is related to ongoing conflicts over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, with one source claiming “the DEI battle is just beginning” [3].

[1] Trump privatizing student loans would spur higher-ed reform, lower costs: expert, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-privatizing-student-loan-system-would-spur-higher-ed-reform-lower-costs-expert;
[2] Columbia’s Interim President Steps Down (Update: CUAD’s Instagram Account is Gone), https://hotair.com/john-s-2/2025/03/31/columbias-interim-president-steps-down-n3801330;
[3] Columbia’s President Resigns, But the DEI Battle Is Just Beginning — The campus diversity regime, at the Ivy League school and elsewhere, won’t go down without a fight, https://www.city-journal.org/article/columbias-president-resigns-but-the-dei-battle-is-just-beginning

7 Domestic Incidents and Security

7.1 Political Violence and Vandalism

Several incidents of political vandalism and property damage have been reported. Federal authorities and local fire departments are investigating what is described as “arson” after part of the New Mexico Republican Party headquarters was set on fire [1], characterized as a “deliberate act of arson” targeting the party’s facilities [2]. In a separate incident, a “masked Tesla vandal” damaged a Cybertruck and left a note for the homeowner, with the attack reportedly captured on video [3]. Additionally, two pensioners have been arrested for vandalism at Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf resort in Scotland [4].

[1] AFR, feds investigate ‘arson’ after part of GOP NM headquarters set on fire, https://www.abqjournal.com/news/article_b2ea1f1c-5933-403b-8035-2dafcabaa79e.html;
[2] Headquarters of New Mexico Republican Party Targeted in ‘Deliberate Act of Arson’, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/03/30/headquarters-of-new-mexico-republican-party-targeted-in-deliberate-act-of-arson/;
[3] Masked Tesla vandal wrecks Cybertruck, leaves note for homeowner in attack caught on video, https://www.foxnews.com/us/masked-tesla-vandal-wrecks-cybertruck-leaves-note-homeowner-attack-caught-video;
[4] Two pensioners arrested over vandalism to Donald Trump’s Turnberry golf resort, https://www.reddit.com/r/Conservative/comments/1joeeiq/two_pensioners_arrested_over_vandalism_to_donald/