[Tuesday, May 06] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

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1. Trump Administration and Executive Powers

1.1 Executive Orders and Directives

President Trump has issued several significant executive orders. The administration has restarted student loan collections for millions of borrowers in default [1]. Trump has ordered an end to federal funding for gain-of-function biological research [2], with medical professionals supporting this decision. Healthcare manufacturing is targeted by an executive order aimed at boosting U.S. prescription drug production [3]. The administration has taken action on Social Security, with supportive sources claiming these measures address what they describe as unfounded concerns about the program’s stability [4]. Trump has pledged to donate his entire presidential salary back to the government [5].

[1] Trump Admin Ends Biden’s Free Ride, Restarts Student Loan Collections for Millions in Default, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/saraharnold/2025/05/05/student-loan-borrowers-in-default-begin-facing-debt-collections-n2656580
[2] Trump Orders End to Federal Funding for ‘Dangerous’ Gain-of-Function Biological Research, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/05/06/trump-orders-end-to-federal-funding-for-dangerous-gain-of-function-biological-research/
[3] Trump signs executive order aimed at boosting US prescription drug manufacturing, https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/trump-signs-executive-order-aimed-boosting-us-prescription-drug-manufacturing
[4] Don’t trust Social Security hysteria: Trump delivers results, https://nypost.com/2025/05/06/opinion/dont-trust-social-security-hysteria-trump-delivers-results/
[5] Trump Pledges to Donate Entire Salary Back to Government, Again | NTD, https://www.ntd.com/trump-pledges-to-donate-entire-salary-back-to-government-again_1064831.html

1.2 Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)

Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency, has articulated his vision of Mars as “life insurance” for humanity [1]. However, reports indicate that five key officials are actively challenging Musk’s efforts to eliminate government waste [2]. A foreign aid official who opposed DOGE initiatives allegedly redirected funds to associates while receiving undisclosed payments [3].

[1] Elon Musk shares vision of Mars as ’life insurance’ for humanity: ‘Multi-planet civilization’, https://www.foxnews.com/media/elon-musk-shares-vision-life-mars-time-doge-winds-down
[2] Top 5 DOGE disruptors challenging Elon Musk’s crusade against government bloat, https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/top-5-doge-disruptors-challenging-elon-musks-crusade-against-government-bloat
[3] Foreign Aid Official Who Resisted DOGE Took Secret Payments After Steering Africa Money To Friend, https://www.dailywire.com/news/foreign-aid-official-who-resisted-doge-took-secret-payments-after-steering-africa-money-to-friend?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Luke+Rosiak&category=Investigation&elementPosition=0&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories&title=Foreign+Aid+Official+Who+Resisted+DOGE+Took+Secret+Payments+After+Steering+Africa+Money+To+Friend%C2%A0

1.3 Federal Funding and Grant Management

President Trump’s administration has implemented a systematic purge of what they characterize as “woke grants” established during the Biden presidency [1]. This policy has triggered significant consequences in academia, with Columbia University forced to lay off approximately 180 staff members [2]. Linda McMahon has delivered what’s characterized as a “scathing letter” to Harvard stating the university will no longer receive federal grants [3].

[1] EXCLUSIVE: Trump Admin Purges Thousands Of Woke Grants Left Behind By Biden, https://dailycaller.com/2025/05/06/trumpadministration-department-transportation-grants-i-10-bridge-alabama-mobile-river/
[2] Columbia University lays off around 180 staff after Trump administration revokes grants, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/columbia-university-lays-off-around-180-staff-after-trump-administration-revokes-grants
[3] Linda McMahon blasts Harvard in scathing letter telling elite university it will no longer get federal grants, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/linda-mcmahon-blasts-harvard-scathing-letter-telling-elite-university-no-longer-get-federal-grants

2. Legal System and Judiciary

2.1 Supreme Court and Judicial Rulings

The Supreme Court has permitted the Trump administration’s transgender military service restrictions to stand temporarily [1], while litigation continues. Senator Grassley is pursuing Congressional action targeting what he characterizes as “rogue judges” [2]. A federal judge has ordered North Carolina to certify Supreme Court election results with a Democrat leading [3]. Trump-aligned America First Legal has filed suit against Chief Justice John Roberts in an explicit attempt to restrict judicial power [4].

[1] Supreme Court lets Trump’s tr4ns military ban take effect for now, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/defense/3402784/supreme-court-transgender-military-ban-trump/
[2] Grassley pushes to end rogue judges through Congressional action, https://justthenews.com/government/congress/grassley-pushes-end-rogue-judges-through-congressional-action
[3] Federal judge orders NC to certify Supreme Court election results with Democrat leading, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/federal-judge-orders-nc-certify-supreme-court-election-results-democrat-leading
[4] Trump-Aligned Group America First Legal sues Chief Justice John Roberts in effort to restrict power of the courts, https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1919570399223824733?s=46

2.2 Law Enforcement Actions

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced what is claimed to be the largest fentanyl seizure in U.S. history [1], linked to the arrest of an individual with alleged cartel ties. A report concludes the FBI “butchered” its investigation into the 2017 congressional baseball shooting, specifically accusing the agency of downplaying the shooter’s anti-Republican motives [2]. Congressional investigators have criticized the FBI for misclassifying this incident, thereby downplaying domestic terrorism concerns [3]. In Kentucky, new details have emerged about a sheriff’s alleged killing of a judge, with video evidence now being analyzed [4].

[1] Pam Bondi announces largest fentanyl seizure in US history, https://www.foxnews.com/us/pam-bondi-announces-largest-fentanyl-seizure-us-history
[2] FBI ‘butchered’ 2017 congressional baseball shooting probe, downplayed antiGOP motives of gunman, blistering report concludes, https://nypost.com/2025/05/06/us-news/fbi-butchered-2017-congressional-baseball-shooting-probe-downplayed-anti-gop-motives-of-gunman-blistering-report-concludes/
[3] FBI ‘misled the public’ in claiming 2017 GOP baseball shooting wasn’t domestic terror: House Intel, https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/fbi-misled-public-claiming-2017-gop-baseball-shooting-wasnt-domestic?utm_source=justthenews.com&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=external-news-aggregators
[4] Motive revealed in Kentucky sheriff’s alleged killing of judge as body language expert analyzes new video, https://www.foxnews.com/us/motive-revealed-kentucky-sheriffs-alleged-killing-judge-body-language-expert-analyzes-new-video

3. Immigration and Border Security

3.1 Deportation and Enforcement Operations

The administration is implementing a multi-pronged deportation strategy. A key initiative involves leveraging local police forces to “super-charge” deportation efforts [1]. Rwanda is reportedly in discussions to receive deported migrants from the U.S. [2]. Implementation appears already underway, with reports that undocumented Irish immigrants are being “rounded up and deported,” causing “panic” within that community [3]. ICE has apprehended an internationally wanted terror suspect [4] and raided a restaurant reportedly owned by the husband of CBS News anchor Norah O’Donnell [5].

[1] Trump Makes Move To Super-Charge Deportations Using Local Cops, https://www.dailywire.com/news/exclusive-trump-dhs-partners-with-100s-of-police-departments-to-supercharge-deportation-campaign?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Spencer+Lindquist&category=Exclusive&elementPosition=0&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories&title=EXCLUSIVE%3A+Trump+Makes+Move+To+Super-Charge+Deportations+Using+Local+Cops
[2] Rwanda ‘in discussions’ with US to receive deported migrants: report, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/rwanda-in-discussions-us-receive-deported-migrants-report
[3] Undocumented Irish rounded up and deported from US as panic surges, https://www.irishstar.com/news/us-news/dozens-undocumented-irish-rounded-up-35174677.amp
[4] ‘Off our streets’: ICE makes major arrest of internationally wanted ‘suspected terrorist’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/off-our-streets-ice-makes-major-arrest-internationally-wanted-suspected-terrorist
[5] CBS News’ Norah O’Donnell’s Pope Watch Takes a Backseat as Husband’s Eatery Gets an ICE-y Raid Surprise, https://twitchy.com/justmindy/2025/05/06/norah-odonnell-husband-restaurant-raided-n2412447

3.2 Refugee and Asylum Policies

A significant judicial-executive conflict has emerged over refugee admissions. A judge has ordered the Trump administration to admit approximately 12,000 refugees [1]. According to reporting, this judge had previously been rebuked by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals for similar orders but is “doubling down,” demanding 12,000 refugee admissions rather than the 160 reportedly required by the appeals court ruling [2]. A suspect linked to a planned terror attack targeting musician Lady Gaga has been identified as a previously deported undocumented immigrant [3].

[1] Judge Orders Trump Admin to Admit Roughly 12,000 Refugees, https://www.newsmax.com/us/trump-refugee-admissions-suspension/2025/05/06/id/1209721/
[2] Biden judge rebuked by the 9th Circuit for forcing Trump to bring thousands of refugees to the US, is doubling down claiming that Trump must bring 12,000 refugees into the country and not the 160 the appeals court required., https://x.com/amuse/status/1919750773988073765?s=46
[3] Suspect accused of Lady Gaga terror plan ID’d as illegal immigrant deported from US, https://nypost.com/2025/05/06/world-news/suspect-accused-of-lady-gaga-terror-plan-idd-as-illegal-immigrant-deported-from-us/

4. Foreign Policy and International Relations

4.1 Middle East Affairs

The administration’s Middle East policy appears to be yielding results in Yemen. Reports indicate that Israel called for the evacuation of a Yemen airport amid Houthi fighting [1], followed by claims that Houthi forces had ceased attacks after U.S. military intervention [2]. President Trump announced an end to American bombing campaigns, asserting that the Houthis no longer wished to fight [3]. The President has hinted at a major diplomatic announcement during his upcoming visit to the region [4]. Israel has approved plans to occupy the Gaza Strip if Hamas fails to reach a deal, signaling potential significant escalation [5].

[1] Israel calls to evacuate Yemen airport amid fight with Houthis, https://www.foxnews.com/world/israel-calls-evacuate-yemen-airport-amid-fight-houthis
[2] Houthis Surrender After Trump’s Bombing Barrage — Red Sea Attacks to Stop, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/jeff-charles/2025/05/06/trump-halts-bombings-against-houthis-after-they-capitulate-n2656632
[3] Trump claims Houthis ‘don’t want to fight’ and says US will stop bombing campaign, https://www.foxnews.com/world/trump-claims-houthis-dont-want-fight-says-us-stop-bombing-campaign
[4] Trump teases ‘very, very big announcement’ ahead of Middle East trip, Carney says he’s ‘on edge of my seat’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-teases-very-very-big-announcement-ahead-middle-east-trip-carney-says-hes-on-edge-my-seat
[5] Israel Greenlights Operation To Occupy Gaza Strip If Hamas Doesn’t Make Deal, https://www.dailywire.com/news/israel-greenlights-major-operation-conquer-occupy-gaza-strip?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Kassy+Akiva&category=News&elementPosition=4&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories&title=Israel+Greenlights+Operation+To+Occupy+Gaza+Strip+If+Hamas+Doesn%E2%80%99t+Make+Deal

4.2 International Security and Conflicts

A significant military escalation has unfolded between India and Pakistan. Reports confirm that India has conducted strikes against targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir [1], targeting facilities it deems to be terrorist training camps. In Afghanistan, the Taliban is reportedly earning billions and distributing captured American weaponry to terrorist groups, with the country allegedly becoming a “jihadi hotbed” again [2]. The FBI intervened after a suspected Chinese spy developed close relationships with Democratic Representative Swalwell and other liberal politicians [3].

[1] India launches strikes on terrorist camps in Pakistan, https://www.foxnews.com/world/india-launches-strikes-terrorist-camps-pakistan
[2] Taliban Earning Billions, Giving American Weaponry to Terrorist Groups as Afghanistan Once Again Becomes Jihadi Hotbed: Report, https://freebeacon.com/national-security/taliban-earning-billions-giving-american-weaponry-to-terrorist-groups-as-afghanistan-once-again-becomes-jihadi-hotbed-report/
[3] FBI stepped in after suspected Chinese spy got close to Democratic Representative Swalwell, other liberal politicians, report finds, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/fbi-chinese-spy-swalwell-other-politicians

4.3 Trade and Diplomatic Relations

American tariff policies have triggered significant international reactions. In China, protests have erupted following factory closures blamed on these tariffs [1], with workers demanding higher wages amid the resulting economic disruption. President Trump asserts that negotiations with India have led to the elimination of tariffs [2]. The Trump administration has proposed a 100% tariff on movies filmed outside the United States, generating alarm from Hollywood [3]. In North America, Trump’s dismissive remarks about Canada have set the stage for a contentious bilateral meeting that included an exchange where “Carney says Canada is not for sale, Trump replies, ‘Never say never’” [4].

[1] China Is Erupting in Protests After Tariff-Induced Factory Closures, https://redstate.com/wardclark/2025/05/06/china-is-erupting-in-protests-after-tariff-induced-factory-closures-n2188737
[2] Trump says India has agreed to drop tariffs to nothing, https://x.com/ians_india/status/1919794382871650648?s=46
[3] Hollywood Panics After Trump Proposes 100% Tariff on Movies Filmed Outside the US, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/05/05/hollywood-panics-after-trump-proposes-100-tariff-on-movies-filmed-outside-the-u-s-a/
[4] Carney says Canada is not for sale, Trump replies, ‘Never say never’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/carney-says-canada-wont-ever-sale-trump-responding-never-say-never

5. Education and Academic Institutions

5.1 Campus Protests and University Funding

Anti-Israel protests at the University of Washington have intensified, with protesters allegedly setting fire to university property [1] and occupying at least one campus building, resulting in approximately 30 arrests [2]. The Trump administration has taken action regarding federal funding for Harvard University, with Linda McMahon delivering what’s characterized as a “scathing letter” stating the university will no longer receive federal grants [3]. Columbia University has been forced to lay off approximately 180 staff members following revocation of federal grants [4].

[1] Anti-Israel protesters set fire to University of Washington, https://v.redd.it/7814o2u5j5ze1
[2] Protesters occupy University of Washington building, 30 arrested, https://www.foxnews.com/us/anti-israel-protesters-occupy-university-washington-building-30-arrested
[3] Linda McMahon blasts Harvard in scathing letter telling elite university it will no longer get federal grants, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/linda-mcmahon-blasts-harvard-scathing-letter-telling-elite-university-no-longer-get-federal-grants
[4] Columbia University lays off around 180 staff after Trump administration revokes grants, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/columbia-university-lays-off-around-180-staff-after-trump-administration-revokes-grants

6. Domestic Politics

6.1 Congressional Activities

Congressional proceedings continue to be marred by partisan tension. House Democrats reportedly walked out of a cryptocurrency hearing, alleging corruption linked to the Trump administration [1], while Speaker Johnson addressed proposals to impeach judges who have ruled against the administration [2]. Nineteen states have collectively sued the Trump administration over HHS cuts and restructuring [3]. Secretary of Defense Hegseth is implementing dramatic changes to military leadership structure, ordering what’s described as a “historic” reduction of general officers [4].

[1] House Democrats storm out of cryptocurrency hearing, alleging Trump ‘corruption’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/house-democrats-storm-out-cryptocurrency-hearing-alleging-trump-corruption
[2] Speaker Johnson gives verdict on House plan to impeach judges blocking Trump, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/speaker-johnson-gives-verdict-house-plan-impeach-judges-blocking-trump
[3] 19 States Sue Trump Admin Over HHS Cuts & Restructuring, https://verity.news/story/2025/-states-sue-trump-admin-over-hhs-cuts-and-restructuring?p=re3429
[4] Hegseth orders ‘historic’ reduction of general officers in the military, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hegseth-orders-historic-reduction-general-officers-military

6.2 Political Figures and Opposition

Vice President J.D. Vance and other conservatives have criticized Representative Omar over a resurfaced clip where she allegedly expressed being “fearful of White men” [1]. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is receiving attention after her appearance at a high-profile Met Gala [2]. Senator John Fetterman is reportedly facing criticism from former supporters for his pro-Israel stance [3]. President Trump’s approval rating has increased to 50 percent according to a Rasmussen poll [4].

[1] Vance, conservatives blast Omar over resurfaced ‘fearful of White men’ clip: ‘Genocidal language’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/vance-conservatives-blast-omar-over-resurfaced-fearful-white-men-clip-genocidal-language
[2] Kamala Harris mocked as Democratic Party touts her attendance at high-profile Met Gala, https://www.foxnews.com/media/kamala-harris-democrats-mocked-former-vps-met-gala-appearance
[3] Liberals who rallied behind Fetterman post-stroke in 2022 turn on pro-Israel senator after NY Magazine report, https://www.foxnews.com/media/liberals-who-rallied-behind-fetterman-post-stroke-2022-turn-pro-israel-senator-after-ny-magazine-report
[4] Rasmussen: Trump Bumps Up to 50 Percent Approval, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/rasmussen-reports-daily-tracking-poll/2025/05/05/id/1209672/

7. Media and Social Issues

7.1 Media Controversies

A controversy has erupted regarding Pulitzer Prizes awarded for photographs of the Trump assassination attempt, including one image reportedly showing a “streaking bullet” [1]. Multiple sources claim The Washington Post, which received the award, had previously minimized the seriousness of the assassination attempt. The Federal Communications Commission Chair has reportedly suggested the possibility of revoking CBS’s broadcast license as a legal “penalty” [2]. In a surprising development, the Trump DOJ has called for dismissal of a lawsuit against the abortion pill [3].

[1] Trump Attempted Assassination Photos, Including One Showing a Streaking Bullet, Win Pulitzer Prize, https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2025/05/05/trump-attempted-assassination-photos-including-one-showing-a-streaking-bullet-win-pulitzer-prize-n2188725
[2] FCC Chair Floats CBS License Pull as Legal ‘Penalty’, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/fcc-brendan-carr-60-minutes/2025/05/05/id/1209653/
[3] In surprising move, Trump DOJ calls for dismissal of lawsuit against abortion pill, https://www.liveaction.org/news/trump-doj-calls-dismissal-lawsuit-abortion-pill/

7.2 Environmental and Economic Developments

New scientific reports reveal that Antarctica’s ice sheet is growing for the first time in decades [1]. Economic concerns mount as allegations surface that U.S. taxpayers subsidize Coca Cola for $10 billion every year [2]. The retail sector is under pressure with Rite Aid filing for bankruptcy protection for the second time in less than two years [3]. California faces projections that gas prices could increase up to 75% by 2026 [4].

[1] Antarctica’s Astonishing Rebound: Ice Sheet Grows for the First Time in Decades, https://scitechdaily.com/antarcticas-astonishing-rebound-ice-sheet-grows-for-the-first-time-in-decades/
[2] US Taxpayers subsidize Coca Cola $10 BILLION dollars every year, https://x.com/WallStreetApes/status/1919621824025182598
[3] Rite Aid files for bankruptcy for second time in less than 2 years, https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/rite-aid-files-bankruptcy-second-time-less-than-2-years
[4] California Gas Prices To Increase Up to 75% in 2026, https://hotair.com/david-strom/2025/05/06/california-gas-prices-set-to-increase-up-to-75-n3802489