[Friday, May 30] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

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1. Federal Government and Trump Administration

1.1 Executive Actions and Policy Changes

Recent executive actions by the Trump administration show significant policy shifts across multiple departments. A Kennedy family member has been tasked with overseeing intelligence community “secret budgets” [1], suggesting increased scrutiny of intelligence spending. In healthcare policy, HHS has issued directives instructing doctors to discontinue certain medical procedures on children, described in conservative media as “mutilations” [2]. Meanwhile, concerns about presidential powers have emerged with calls for Congress to establish clearer guidelines regarding the President’s use of auto-pen for signing documents [3].

References:
[1] The Kennedy Member Who’s Been Tasked With Reining in the Intel Community’s ‘Secret Budgets’, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2025/05/29/the-other-kennedy-whos-been-tasked-with-reining-in-the-intel-communitys-black-budgets-n2653712
[2] HHS Tells Doctors To Stop Mutilating Children, https://thefederalist.com/2025/05/29/hhs-tells-doctors-to-stop-mutilating-children/
[3] Congress needs to enact legislation that details when the President can use the auto-pen., /r/Conservative/comments/1kyznhk/congress_needs_to_enact_legislation_that_details/

1.2 Federal Hiring and Government Efficiency

The Trump administration has instituted significant changes to federal hiring practices, implementing a merit-based hiring system that explicitly replaces diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) considerations in federal employment decisions [1]. This represents a substantial shift in human resources policy across federal agencies. On the anti-fraud front, the administration has taken action against what it describes as a $66 million fraud network in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) [2]. In a significant staffing development, Elon Musk has departed from his role leading government efficiency initiatives, with President Trump presenting him with a key to the White House during a farewell press conference [3].

References:
[1] Trump admin creates merit-based hiring plan, ending DEI federal hiring, https://justthenews.com/government/federal-agencies/trump-admin-creates-merit-based-hiring-plan-ending-dei-federal-hiring
[2] Trump admin cracks down on $66 million SNAP benefit fraud network | Fox Business, https://www.foxbusiness.com/media/trump-agency-uncovers-one-largest-food-stamp-fraud-bribery-schemes
[3] Donald Trump Gifts Elon Musk Key to White House in Send-Off Presser, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/05/30/donald-trump-gifts-elon-musk-key-to-white-house-in-sendoff-presser/

2. Immigration and Border Security

2.1 Border Enforcement Controversies

A serious controversy has emerged regarding local interference with federal immigration enforcement. Nashville’s Democratic mayor faces scrutiny after allegedly releasing sensitive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) information and the names of federal agents, actions characterized as endangering law enforcement personnel [1]. A Tennessee Senator has publicly condemned the mayor for these actions [2]. In separate high-profile cases, a teenager residing in the country illegally received probation after causing a fatal crash that killed a drug rehabilitation worker in Colorado, but was subsequently detained by ICE along with family members [3]. Additionally, reports indicate that a Mexican national illegally in the U.S. allegedly threatened President Trump’s life after the deportation of the individual’s family members [4].

References:
[1] Nashville ’s Democratic mayor faces scrutiny after releasing ICE information, federal agents’ names, putting federal agents in danger, https://fox17.com/news/local/nashville-mayor-freddie-oconnell-makes-information-on-the-ice-interactions-with-mnpd-and
[2] Tennessee Senator Slams Nashville Mayor for Endangering ICE Agents, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/05/29/marsha-blackburn-slams-nashvilles-democrat-mayor-endangering-ice-agents/
[3] Teen illegal immigrant who killed woman in Colorado crash gets probation, then is arrested by ICE with family, https://www.foxnews.com/us/teen-illegal-immigrant-who-killed-woman-colorado-crash-gets-probation-arrested-ice-family
[4] Illegal alien from Mexico ’threatens to kill Trump’ after his illegal family is deported, https://www.irishstar.com/news/us-news/undocumented-migrant-threatens-shoot-trump-35308732

2.2 Sanctuary Cities and Federal Enforcement

The Trump administration has intensified its stance against sanctuary jurisdictions by releasing an official list of sanctuary cities that may face denial of federal funding [1]. This action appears to be part of a broader strategy to pressure localities that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, with conservative media characterizing these jurisdictions as being “on notice” regarding potential financial consequences [2].

References:
[1] The Trump administration has released a list of sanctuary cities, to target them for the potential denial of federal funding., /r/Conservative/comments/1kzbl4f/the_trump_administration_has_released_a_list_of/
[2] Sanctuaries on notice, https://www.powerlineblog.com/archives/2025/05/sanctuaries-on-notice.php

3. Legal and Judicial Affairs

3.1 Supreme Court Decisions

The Supreme Court has issued multiple consequential rulings affecting immigration and federal contracting. In a major decision, the Court upheld the Trump administration’s authority to revoke parole status for approximately 500,000 migrants who entered under previous Biden administration policies, clearing the way for potential deportations [1] [2] [3]. Separately, the Court has ended racial quotas in federal contracts, with conservative outlets framing this as Trump “cleaning up the racial spoils system” [4]. Some judicial resistance to administration policies continues, with reports highlighting three judges blocking Trump’s tariffs who allegedly have “decades-long histories of Democrat activism” [5].

References:
[1] Supreme Court hands Trump win on revoking parole for 500K | Fox News, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/supreme-court-hands-trump-win-revoking-parole-500k-foreign-nationals
[2] Supreme Court allows Trump administration to end mass parole for migrants, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/supreme-court/3426631/supreme-court-allows-trump-administration-end-mass-parole/
[3] Supreme Court rules Trump can restart deportation of more than 530K migrants from Biden-era ‘parole’ program, https://nypost.com/2025/05/30/us-news/supreme-court-rules-trump-can-restart-deportation-of-more-than-530k-migrants-from-biden-era-parole-program/
[4] Goodbye to Racial Quotas in Federal Contracts. One of Trump’s successes is cleaning up the racial spoils system., https://www.wsj.com/opinion/trump-administration-racial-quotas-dei-disadvantaged-business-enterprise-db3d9478
[5] Three Judges Blocking Trump Tariffs Have Decades-Long Histories of Democrat Activism, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/05/29/three-judges-blocking-trumps-tariffs-have-decades-long-histories-of-democrat-activism/

3.2 Security Threats and Law Enforcement

Notable developments in law enforcement include both personnel losses and security breaches. Bernie Kerik, described as a “law enforcement titan,” has died at age 69 [1]. In national security matters, a federal employee has been charged with attempting to provide classified information to a foreign government, with reports indicating the individual claimed they “did not agree or align with the values of this administration” [2]. Separately, an IT specialist has been arrested after allegedly attempting to share classified information with a foreign government, according to DOJ reports [3]. At the local level, the head of a Twin Cities violence interruption program faces charges of embezzling $150,000 in employee wages [4].

References:
[1] BREAKING: Law Enforcement Titan Bernie Kerik Dead At 69, https://dailycaller.com/2025/05/29/bernie-kerik-dead-69/
[2] Federal Employee Charged With Trying to Give Classified Info to Foreign Government: “did not agree or align with the values of this administration”, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/defense-intelligence-agency-employee-espionage/2025/05/29/id/1212887/
[3] US IT specialist arrested after attempting to share classified information with foreign government: DOJ, https://www.foxnews.com/us/us-it-specialist-arrested-attempting-share-classified-information-foreign-government-doj
[4] Head of violence interruption program in Twin Cities charged with stealing $150,000 in employee wages, /r/Conservative/comments/1kyvqnt/head_of_violence_interruption_program_in_twin/

4. Economy, Energy and Trade

4.1 Economic Indicators and Trade Policy

Economic indicators show generally positive signals. The Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index has fallen to its lowest level since April 2021, registering at 2.5% year-over-year [1]. Conservative media outlets characterize the current economic situation as strongly positive, describing it as “roaring” [2] and “booming” [3]. On the trade front, President Trump has reportedly brokered a significant deal between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel that will preserve approximately 11,000 jobs in Western Pennsylvania, with steel workers described as “ecstatic” about the arrangement [4]. In the tourism sector, U.S. operators are offering special incentives for Canadian visitors to increase cross-border travel [5].

References:
[1] Core PCE Fell In April To Lowest Since April 2021, +2.5% YoY (Fed M2 Money Printing UP 4.3% YoY) – Confounded Interest, https://confoundedinterest.net/2025/05/30/core-pce-fell-in-april-to-lowest-since-april-2021-2-5-yoy-fed-m2-money-printing-up-4-3-yoy/
[2] Trump’s Economy is Roaring! Democrats Most Hurt., https://pjmedia.com/matt-margolis/2025/05/30/trumps-economy-is-roaring-n4940299
[3] Don’t Look Now, But the Economy’s Kinda … Booming, https://hotair.com/ed-morrissey/2025/05/30/dont-look-now-but-the-economys-kinda-booming-n3803285
[4] Western PA steel workers are ecstatic after President Trump delivers a massive deal between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel saving 11,000 jobs, https://x.com/charliekirk11/status/1928496849041731933?t=RSd8-zaUsoy__87DTuMktw&s=19
[5] U.S. tourism operators offer exclusive deals for Canadians to try to convince them to return, https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/u-s-canadian-tourism-discounts-1.7546881

4.2 Energy Development and Policy

Energy policy under the Trump administration appears to be shifting toward expanded domestic production while past programs face scrutiny. The White House has reportedly taken steps to expedite approvals for new energy development projects, with conservative media characterizing this as a “drill baby drill” approach [1]. Controversy has emerged regarding previous administration decisions, with reports that a Biden energy loan official awarded a $1.6 billion government loan to a company advised by his current business partner [2].

References:
[1] Drill Baby Drill: White House Clears Way for New Energy Projects, https://freebeacon.com/energy/drill-baby-drill-white-house-clears-way-for-new-energy-projects/
[2] Biden Energy Loan Czar Awarded $1.6B Government Loan to Company Advised By His Current Business Partner, https://freebeacon.com/energy/biden-energy-official-awarded-1-6b-government-loan-to-company-his-current-business-partner-advised/

5. International Relations and Campus Issues

5.1 Global Security Challenges

Iran’s nuclear program continues to present challenges to international non-proliferation efforts. Iran’s President has stated unequivocally that Iran “will never stop uranium enrichment,” indicating continued defiance of international pressure [1]. Complicating diplomatic efforts, reports indicate that multiple nations described as “American adversaries” have met to coordinate their positions regarding Iran’s nuclear program [2]. Tensions in US-China relations have apparently escalated, with President Trump publicly accusing China of having “totally violated” a trade truce between the nations [3]. In United Nations news, the organization is reportedly implementing significant budget reductions, cutting its budget by 20% and eliminating approximately 7,000 positions [4].

References:
[1] Iran President: ‘We Will Never Stop Uranium Enrichment’, https://www.breitbart.com/middle-east/2025/05/30/iran-president-we-will-never-stop-uranium-enrichment/
[2] American Adversaries Meet To ‘Coordinate Their Positions’ on Iran’s Nuclear Program Trio of American Adversaries Meet to Talk Nuclear Deal, https://freebeacon.com/national-security/american-adversaries-meet-to-coordinate-their-positions-on-irans-nuclear-program/
[3] Trump says China ’totally violated’ trade truce: ‘So much for being Mr. NICE GUY’, https://i.redd.it/4bwfcyztax3f1.jpeg
[4] UN to Cut Budget 20%, Fire 7,000 Employees | Frontpage Mag, https://www.frontpagemag.com/un-to-cut-budget-20-fire-7000-employees/

5.2 Israel-Hamas Conflict

The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict continues to have domestic and international ramifications. Reports suggest Hamas adjusted its strategy in response to the U.S. election results [1], while claims from a Hamas terrorist indicate the group collaborates with U.S. campus protesters, reportedly stating “We have our own people everywhere” [2]. On the humanitarian front, some Gazans have reportedly expressed gratitude to President Trump for food aid [3].

References:
[1] Here’s What Hamas Did When It Heard Who Won the U.S. Election, https://pjmedia.com/matt-margolis/2025/05/29/heres-what-hamas-did-when-they-heard-who-won-the-us-election-n4940261
[2] Hamas Terrorist Said Group Collaborates With US Campus Protesters: ‘We Have Our Own People Everywhere’, https://freebeacon.com/latest-news/hamas-terrorist-said-group-collaborates-with-us-campus-protesters-we-have-our-own-people-everywhere/
[3] Gazans Thanking Trump for the food, https://v.redd.it/okkjfdxf7x3f1

5.3 Education and Campus Controversies

Tensions between academic freedom and institutional policies are evident at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where administrators have banned the class of 2025 president from participating in commencement ceremonies after the student delivered a pro-Palestinian speech [1]. In the regulatory sphere, the Department of Justice has reportedly opened a civil rights investigation into the University of Virginia’s DEI policies [2]. A significant conflict appears to be developing between the Trump administration and Harvard University, with conservative media suggesting that those opposing Trump are “backing the side that is waging war on Western civilization” [3].

References:
[1] MIT bans class of 2025 president from commencement after pro-Palestinian speech, drawing protests, https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/05/30/metro/mit-2025-undegrad-commencement/
[2] Exclusive: DOJ Opens Civil Rights Investigation Into University Of Virginia’s DEI Regime, https://thefederalist.com/2025/05/29/exclusive-doj-opens-civil-rights-investigation-into-university-of-virginias-dei-regime/
[3] In Trump v. Harvard, the stakes involve more than antisemitism — The president’s foes are backing the side that is waging war on Western civilization., https://www.jns.org/in-trump-v-harvard-the-stakes-involve-more-than-antisemitism/

6. Social and Cultural Issues

6.1 Legal Controversies and Media Developments

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that a Seattle spa must allow a “male with fully intact genitals” to bathe naked in women’s facilities, a decision likely to intensify debates over transgender rights and sex-segregated spaces [1]. In media developments, a critique of artificial intelligence technology claims that “Big Tech” is concealing that “AI runs on theft,” suggesting concerns about intellectual property and data usage [2]. Meanwhile, CNN’s Jake Tapper is reportedly experiencing both disappointing book sales and a decade-low ratings performance [3].

References:
[1] Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals rules Seattle spa must allow “male with fully intact genitals” to bathe naked with women, https://notthebee.com/article/ninth-circuit-court-of-appeals-rules-seattle-spa-must-allow-male-with-fully-intact-genitals-to-bathe-naked-with-women
[2] The dirty secret Big Tech doesn’t want you to know: AI runs on theft, https://nypost.com/2025/05/29/opinion/big-techs-dirty-secret-ai-runs-on-theft/
[3] Nolte: Jake Tapper Book Sales a Bust, Ratings Drop to Decade Low, https://www.breitbart.com/the-media/2025/05/30/nolte-jake-tapper-book-sales-a-bust-ratings-drop-to-decade-low/

6.2 Political Culture

Political discourse spans party rivalries and communication strategies. The Democratic Party has reportedly allocated $20 million for research on effective communication strategies with American men [1]. Biden made self-deprecating comments about his mental and physical capabilities while expressing confidence in his political abilities, stating “I’m mentally incompetent, and I can’t walk, and I can beat the hell out of both of them” [2]. Wisconsin Democrats have introduced legislation described as a “164-page bill to erase language in the name of equity” [3].

References:
[1] Dems drop $20M on a study examining how to speak to “American men”, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/dems-drop-20m-bizarre-american-men-strategy-plan-study-effort-dig-out-2024-political-hole
[2] Biden: “I’m mentally incompetent, and I can’t walk, and I can beat the hell out of both of them.” (X/@disclosetv), https://x.com/disclosetv/status/1928502894816301084
[3] OUT OF TOUCH Wisconsin Democrats Introduce 164-Page Bill to Erase Language In the Name of Equity, https://twitchy.com/amy-curtis/2025/05/30/wisconsin-dems-introduce-legislation-to-erase-mothers-and-fathers-n2413544