[Saturday, July 26] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

2025-07-26 3143 words 15 minutes

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1. Immigration & Border Security

1.1. Legislative and Judicial Actions

The legislative and judicial arenas are currently active battlegrounds for immigration policy. In a significant legislative maneuver, Democrat Senator Alex Padilla has formally introduced a bill designed to create a pathway to lawful permanent residency for specific immigrant populations who are currently in the country without legal status. The source headline for this report notes that Senator Padilla is the “son of formerly Mexican illegal alien parents,” framing the legislation within a personal context [1]. In a development with major implications for federal enforcement powers, a federal judge—referred to in one headline as a “Biden Judge”—has dismissed a critical lawsuit brought by the Department of Justice. This suit was intended to challenge Illinois’s sanctuary state policies, and its dismissal represents a substantial setback for federal efforts to compel state-level cooperation with immigration enforcement in that jurisdiction [2].

Citations [1] Democrat Senator Alex Padilla, son of formerly Mexican illegal alien parents, introduces legislation for pathway to lawful permanent residency for illegal immigrants, https://abc7.com/post/senator-alex-padilla-introduces-legislation-aimed-expanding-pathway-lawful-permanent-residency-immigrants/17300872/
[2] Biden Judge Kills DOJ Lawsuit Against Illinois Sanctuary Policies, https://www.breitbart.com/immigration/2025/07/26/biden-judge-kills-doj-lawsuit-against-illinois-sanctuary-policies/

1.2. Federal and State Enforcement Actions

Targeted enforcement operations are being carried out by both federal and state authorities. In a case involving a long-term resident with a criminal past, federal agencies are reportedly taking steps to deport an 82-year-old convicted IRA terrorist after he spent decades in the United States [1]. Separately, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents apprehended an individual described by a source as a “criminal illegal immigrant” who not only had a deportation order from 2022 but was also newly accused of stalking a mother and a government official [2]. At the state level, an incident in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, resulted in the arrest of an individual characterized as an “illegal alien” who had been deported from the U.S. seven times previously. The arrest occurred after the individual allegedly fled from police while driving a stolen vehicle and was found to be in possession of methamphetamine [3].

Citations [1] Feds move to deport 82-year-old convicted IRA terrorist after decades in the United States, https://nypost.com/2025/07/26/us-news/feds-move-to-deport-82-year-old-convicted-ira-terrorist/
[2] Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents capture a criminal illegal immigrant who was accused of stalking a mother and and government official despite his deportation order in 2022, https://www.foxnews.com/us/ice-agents-capture-criminal-illegal-immigrant-accused-stalking-government-official
[3] Illegal alien previously deported from US 7 times was arrested again after fleeing from police in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee for driving stolen vehicle, being in possession of methamphetamine., https://www.wsmv.com/2025/07/26/man-deported-us-7-times-arrested-after-fleeing-police-mt-juliet/

1.3. Public Commentary and Incidents

The intense national debate over immigration is manifesting in pointed political commentary and visible public confrontations. One video headline makes the claim of a “Furious Ted Cruz & Josh Hawley During mass deportation Campaign by democrats against Trump’s #borderczar.” However, the headline provides no specific details on the nature or existence of this alleged campaign by Democrats, rendering the context unclear and the claim unverified by the provided information [1]. In a separate, more localized event, a report describes a “Karen Meltdown at Home Depot” in which a video shows a civilian verbally harassing federal agents while they were in the process of arresting an individual described in the headline as an “illegal alien” [2].

Citations [1] Furious Ted Cruz & Josh Hawley During mass deportation Campaign by democrats against Trump’s #borderczar, https://youtu.be/aSLzrGUswgQ?si=-lCnEmGozpJDrWKt
[2] Karen Meltdown at Home Depot: Harasses Federal Agents During Illegal Alien Arrest, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/saraharnold/2025/07/26/karen-gets-in-the-face-of-ice-arresting-illegal-aliens-at-a-home-depot-n2660987

2. Executive Branch & Administration

2.1. Presidential Communications and Actions

While on a trip to the United Kingdom, President Trump issued stark and direct commentary on European affairs. He is quoted in two separate but near-identical headlines as stating that Europe is “killing itself” and committing “suicide” with its “open borders” immigration policies, a message he delivered immediately upon arrival [1, 2]. In a distinctly different mode of communication, the President utilized social media to post a meme. The image depicted himself and Vice President JD Vance inside O.J. Simpson’s infamous white Bronco, which was photoshopped to appear as if they were chasing Obama [3].

Citations [1] President Trump Lands in Britain and Immediately Torches Europe For Killing Itself With Immigration, https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/07/26/trump-lands-immediately-torches-europe-for-suicide-by-open-borders/
[2] Trump Arrives, Immediately Torches Europe For Suicide by Open Borders, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/07/26/trump-lands-immediately-torches-europe-for-suicide-by-open-borders/
[3] Donald Trump Posts Meme of Himself, J.D. Vance Chasing Obama in O.J.’s White Bronco, https://www.tmz.com/2025/07/26/donald-trump-posts-meme-jd-vance-chasing-obama-oj-simpson-white-bronco/

2.2. Federal Agency Operations

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is reportedly initiating major changes in its operations. According to one source, the agency has ordered significant internal reforms after the emergence of what the headline describes as “‘Horrifying’ Findings” from a review [1]. The available information does not specify what these findings entail or what the ordered reforms will be, leaving the scope and substance of the issue unclear.

Citations [1] After ‘Horrifying’ Findings, HHS Orders Reform, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/leahbarkoukis/2025/07/26/hhs-organ-transplant-system-n2660969

2.3. Military, Space, and National Events

A renewed push for American leadership and public involvement in space exploration appears to be underway. A headline in the Financial Times makes a broad, patriotic overture: “Calling All Space Pioneers—America Needs You,” which suggests a national recruitment drive or a campaign to bolster public engagement in space initiatives [1]. In an event blending military branding with popular culture, the ‘Top Gun’ franchise collaborated with NASCAR at a naval base. This promotional activity was described by one outlet as a “Historic Move,” accompanied by the exhortation “Go Navy!” [2].

Citations [1] Calling All Space Pioneers—America Needs You, https://www.ft.com/content/6983d26f-339c-426e-98ed-8c1bdc8e6689
[2] WATCH: ‘Top Gun’ Meets NASCAR With Historic Move at Military Base - Go Navy!, https://redstate.com/katie-jerkovich/2025/07/25/watch-top-gun-meets-nascar-with-historic-move-at-military-base-n2192094

3. Domestic Politics & Elections

Recent polling data paints a challenging picture for the Democratic party while offering an early glimpse at the 2028 electoral landscape. A Wall Street Journal poll reports that the Democratic party’s public approval rating has plummeted to a 35-year low [1]. This finding is reinforced by another source indicating that 63% of voters now view the party in an unfavorable light, with the headline suggesting this level of disapproval “Just Isn’t Sustainable” [2]. Regarding key administration policy, a poll shows that a majority of the public supports the deportation of criminals who are in the country illegally [3]. Looking ahead, an Emerson poll gives Vice President JD Vance a narrow lead against a field of three potential Democratic challengers in a hypothetical 2028 race [4]. A separate poll shows him leading specific one-on-one matchups against prominent Democrats like Gavin Newsom, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Pete Buttigieg [5]. On social issues, a new poll suggests a notable shift in public sentiment, indicating that the percentage of Americans who identify as pro-life has jumped by 7% [6].

Citations [1] Democrats’ approval rating craters to 35-year low: WSJ poll, https://nypost.com/2025/07/26/us-news/democrats-approval-rating-craters-to-35-year-low-wsj-poll/
[2] The Calm Before the Storm: 63% of Voters View the Dems Unfavorably, and This Just Isn’t Sustainable, https://pjmedia.com/scott-pinsker/2025/07/26/the-calm-before-the-storm-63-of-voters-view-the-dems-unfavorably-and-this-just-isnt-sustainable-n4942115
[3] Poll: Majority Support Trump Deporting Criminals in the Country Illegally, https://www.breitbart.com/immigration/2025/07/26/poll-broad-majority-support-trump-deporting-criminals-in-the-country-illegally/
[4] Emerson Poll: Vance Narrowly Leads 3 Dems in 2028 Race, https://www.newsmax.com/politics/emerson-college-poll-jd-vance-2028-election/2025/07/25/id/1220155/
[5] Poll: Vance Beats Newsom, AOC, Buttigieg in 2028 Matchup, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/07/25/poll-vance-beats-newsom-aoc-buttigieg-in-2028-matchup/
[6] New Poll Shows Percentage of Americans Who are Pro-Life Jumps 7%, https://www.lifenews.com/2025/07/25/new-poll-shows-percentage-of-americans-who-are-pro-life-jumps-7/

3.2. Republican Congressional Strategy

House Republican leadership is reportedly preparing a procedural strategy designed to disrupt the traditional August congressional recess. Reports indicate that Representative Massie and Speaker Mike Johnson have a plan to formally call both the House and Senate into pro forma session every five days throughout the recess period [1]. Such a move would procedurally prevent Congress from officially adjourning, thereby compelling members to remain in or available to return to Washington D.C. The specific strategic motivation behind this plan is not detailed in the headline.

Citations [1] Massie, Johnson Plan to Call House, Senate Into Session Every Five Days During August Recess, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/saraharnold/2025/07/25/massie-johnson-plan-to-call-house-senate-into-session-every-five-days-during-august-recess-n2660975

3.3. Democratic Party Activities and Criticisms

The Democratic party is engaged in public reflection on its current political standing, centered around a recent event. During a youth summit dubbed the “Panda Party” and featuring Kamala Harris, an event some headlines labeled a “FAILED” summit [1], DNC Chair Ken Martin reportedly admitted the party has hit “rock bottom.” He presented this bleak assessment with an optimistic spin, suggesting, “only one direction to go and that’s up” [1, 2]. Reports on Kamala Harris’s appearance characterized her return to the public stage as “GLITCHY,” with one headline highlighting that her opening act was an individual dressed in a panda costume [3].

Citations [1] Democrats host FAILED “Panda Party” at Youth Summit with Kamala Harris. DNC Chair “ We hit rock bottom, only one direction to go and that’s up”, https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1948902288275222868?s=46
[2] DNC Chair Ken Martin Admits Party Has Hit ‘Rock Bottom,’ Somehow Pretends This Is a Good Thing, https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2025/07/26/dnc-chair-ken-martin-admits-party-has-hit-rock-bottom-somehow-pretends-this-is-a-good-thing-n2192110
[3] Kamala Harris makes a GLITCHY return… and the guy who opened for her was dressed as a PANDA🐼, https://x.com/JesseBWatters/status/1948902120507298074?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1948902120507298074%7Ctwgr%5Ec1215cb209e1a6f35fa3ec9da38819eaba76d146%7Ctwcon%5Es1_

3.4. State-Level Political Issues

Several state-level political conflicts are escalating and attracting national media coverage. In Texas, a dramatic scene unfolded at a redistricting hearing where a Democratic congressional candidate was reportedly arrested and physically “dragged out” of the proceedings following what was described as a disruptive “rant” [1]. In a separate interstate feud over fiscal policy between California’s Gavin Newsom and the Governor of Oklahoma, Newsom is reported to have attacked the “Red State’s ‘Path to Zero’ income tax,” prompting a sharp public retort from the Oklahoma Governor [2]. Meanwhile, Florida Senator Rick Scott is reportedly launching an unconventional public relations campaign: flying banners over New York beaches with a direct appeal for “Capitalists to Escape to Florida” [3].

Citations [1] Democratic Texas congressional candidate dragged out, arrested after rant at redistricting hearing, wild video shows, https://nypost.com/2025/07/25/us-news/democratic-texas-congressional-candidate-dragged-out-arrested-at-redistricting-hearing/
[2] Gavin Newsom Beclowns Himself in Attack on Red State’s ‘Path to Zero’ Income Tax; OK Gov. Gets Last Word, https://redstate.com/beccalower/2025/07/25/gavin-newsom-beclowns-himself-by-attacking-path-to-zero-income-taxes-ok-gop-gov-shuts-him-up-n2192104
[3] Florida Senator Rick Scott to Fly Banners Over New York Beaches Urging Capitalists to Escape to Florida, https://pjmedia.com/rick-moran/2025/07/26/florida-senator-rick-scott-to-fly-banners-over-new-york-beaches-urging-capitalists-to-escape-to-florida-n4942112

4. Foreign Affairs & International Relations

4.1. U.S.-Europe Relations

A potentially transformative U.S.-EU trade agreement is reportedly a subject of active discussion at the highest levels. President Trump has publicly assessed the likelihood of finalizing a new deal at “50-50,” while also stressing its historic potential by stating that, if achieved, it “Would Be Biggest” ever [1]. This negotiation is taking place against a backdrop of broader strategic questions about the transatlantic alliance, with some commentary asking, “Is Europe’s Free Ride Over?” [2]. This suggests a potential shift in U.S. expectations regarding economic and defense contributions from European partners.

Citations [1] Trump: ‘50-50 Chance’ of EU Trade Deal; ‘Would Be Biggest’, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/trump-trade-deal-eu/2025/07/25/id/1220149/
[2] Is Europe’s Free Ride Over?, https://share.google/MKR6Bz39r8BQX15gU

4.2. Middle East Policy & Regional Issues

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict continues to be a source of significant international friction and policy divergence. According to one report, the decision by French President Emmanuel Macron to unilaterally recognize a Palestinian state was not a purely foreign policy move, but was significantly driven by domestic political calculations, including “Frustration, domestic anger” within France [1]. This action has been met with external commentary questioning the fundamental viability of establishing a Palestinian state at this time [2]. In a separate development at the United Nations, a UN spokesman was reportedly confronted by a reporter during a briefing and accused of applying a “Double Standard” to Israel in contrast to how the organization handles aid distribution and accountability in Gaza [3]. Adding to the complex regional discourse, a separate opinion piece makes the case that the primary threat faced by Christian populations in the Middle East is not Israel [4].

Citations [1] Frustration, domestic anger drove Macron to go it alone on Palestine recognition, https://www.timesofisrael.com/frustration-domestic-anger-drove-macron-to-go-it-alone-on-palestine-recognition/amp/
[2] The problems with a state of Palestine, https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/the-problems-with-a-state-of-palestine/
[3] U.N. Spokesman SQUIRMS As Reporter Exposes Double Standard U.N. Applies to Israel and Gaza Aid, https://twitchy.com/amy-curtis/2025/07/26/un-israel-must-secure-aid-to-gaza-but-cant-protect-convoys-n2416253
[4] Middle East Christians Face a Threat. No, It’s Not Israel., https://freebeacon.com/columns/middle-east-christians-face-a-threat-no-its-not-israel/

4.3. Historical Foreign Policy Debates

Past controversies in U.S. foreign policy are being actively re-litigated by current high-ranking officials. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard issued a sharp public response to Obama concerning the “Russia collusion narrative.” She described the affair in stark terms as a “treasonous conspiracy” against a sitting president and condemned the previous administration’s handling of it as an “absolute failure” of leadership [1]. Her comments coincide with the recirculation of a report that highlights “Five Crucial Facts” from a previously declassified House Intelligence Committee report on the subject of Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election [2].

Citations [1] Tulsi Gabbard fires back at Obama over ‘treasonous conspiracy’ of Russia collusion narrative: ‘Absolute failure’, https://nypost.com/2025/07/26/us-news/tulsi-gabbard-fires-back-at-obama-absolute-failure/
[2] Five Crucial Facts from the House Intel Report on 2016 Russian Interference, https://amgreatness.com/2025/07/25/five-crucial-facts-from-the-house-intel-report-on-2016-russian-interference/

5. Economic & Fiscal Policy

5.1. Economic Conditions and Business Sentiment

Recent polling data focusing on the business community suggests a notable disparity between the sentiment of small business owners and certain media narratives about the economy. An analysis of a CNBC poll concludes that small businesses are actively “Rejecting Doomism Agitprop on Trump Economy” [1]. This suggests a widespread belief within this sector that the economic reality is more positive than pessimistic narratives they may perceive in some reporting.

Citations [1] MEDIA FAIL: CNBC Poll Shows Small Businesses Rejecting Doomism Agitprop on Trump Economy, https://www.newsbusters.org/blogs/business/joseph-vazquez/2025/07/25/media-fail-cnbc-poll-shows-small-businesses-rejecting

5.2. Government Spending and Fiscal Accountability

Several reports highlight major concerns over fiscal mismanagement and accountability in government spending at both the state and federal levels. A significant scandal is reported in California, where the entire board of directors of a “Democrat-led” school has resigned. The resignations followed an audit that allegedly revealed the school had wrongfully received $180 million in taxpayer funds, which were subsequently “squandered on luxury travel, nepotism hires” [1]. At the federal level, a new spending proposal is drawing public criticism for its optics. The proposal reportedly seeks “$2.5 Billion For Lavish Marble Palace” for federal use, a request that is being contrasted sharply with the concurrent struggles of many Americans who “Can’t Afford Homes” [2].

Citations [1] Democrat-led California school’s entire board of directors resigns after audit shows they wrongly received $180 millions in taxpayer dollars — and squandered funds on luxury travel, nepotism hires, https://moneywise.com/news/top-stories/california-schools-entire-board-of-directors-resigns-after-audit-report-funds-scandal
[2] Feds Want $2.5 Billion For Lavish Marble Palace As Americans Can’t Afford Homes, https://dailycaller.com/2025/07/25/trump-jerome-powell-federal-reserve-renovations-billions-americans-homes/

6. Justice, Investigations, and Legal Actions

6.1. Judicial and Other Legal Cases

A significant ruling from a federal appellate court impacts adoption policies. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has reportedly struck down a state law that, according to the source, was “Forcing Ideology On Adoptive Parents” [1]. The specifics of the ideology are not detailed. In a separate and disturbing report from The Jewish Chronicle, a pilot who recently became controversial for allegedly kicking over 50 Jewish children off a flight now faces a new, more severe allegation: that he also taught some of the 9/11 terrorists how to fly [2]. The veracity and context of this serious claim are not further elaborated in the headline.

Citations [1] 9th Circuit Nixes Law Forcing Ideology On Adoptive Parents, https://thefederalist.com/2025/07/25/9th-circuit-rules-oregon-law-forcing-adoptive-parents-into-gender-ideology-violates-first-amendment/
[2] Pilot who kicked over 50 Jewish children off plane reportedly taught 9/11 terrorists to fly - The Jewish Chronicle, https://www.thejc.com/news/world/pilot-who-kicked-over-50-jewish-children-off-plane-reportedly-taught-9-11-terrorists-to-fly-dejiuf1t

6.2. Federal Law Enforcement Conduct and Scrutiny

Recent reports are closely focused on Dan Bongino, who is identified in two separate headlines from different outlets as the “FBI Deputy Director.” According to these reports, Bongino made a cryptic social media post in which he vowed to reveal “truth” [1]. A separate headline claims he was “shocked to his core” by what he termed recent “corruption discoveries” within the FBI [2]. It is critical to note that the provided list of Federal Officials, dated May 2025, does not list Dan Bongino as holding this or any other position at the FBI. Therefore, the attribution of this title in the headlines must be treated with extreme caution pending independent verification.

Citations [1] FBI Deputy Director Bongino vows to reveal ’truth’ in cryptic social media post, https://www.foxnews.com/us/fbi-deputy-director-bongino-vows-reveal-truth-cryptic-social-media-post
[2] FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino shocked to his core over FBI’s recent corruption discoveries, https://nypost.com/2025/07/26/us-news/fbi-deputy-director-dan-bongino-shocked-to-his-core-over-fbis-recent-corruption-discoveries/

6.3. Scrutiny of Political Figures and Families

Hunter Biden remains a fixture in media reports. One headline describes him as the “Former president’s cocaine addict son” [1]. The same report details a recent YouTube interview where he is said to have railed against the Trump administration’s deportation policies, asking rhetorically, “‘How do you think your hotel room gets cleaned? Who do you think washes your dishes?’” [1]. Another article frames his history of personal and business scandals as constituting “a Legacy of Shame for the Biden Name” [2].

Citations [1] Former president’s cocaine addict son Hunter Biden rages against Trump deportations in bizarre YouTube interview: ‘How do you think your hotel room gets cleaned? Who do you think washes your dishes?’, https://nypost.com/2025/07/21/us-news/hunter-biden-rages-against-trump-deportations-in-bizarre-youtube-interview-its-a-f-ing-crime-what-theyre-doing/
[2] ESSEX FILES: Hunter Biden’s Scandals Are a Legacy of Shame for the Biden Name, https://redstate.com/brad-essex/2025/07/22/essex-fileshunter-bidens-scandals-a-legacy-of-shame-for-the-biden-name-n2191927

7. Media, Culture, & Society

Recent reports are explicitly linking abortion access and policy to overarching national demographic trends. In California, Planned Parenthood has reportedly closed five of its clinics. One headline attributes this directly to a piece of legislation it refers to as a “‘Big Beautiful Bill,’” though no further details about this bill are provided [1]. In a separate but related report, the fact that the U.S. fertility rate has now hit an all-time low is explicitly linked by one source to the “65 Million Babies in Abortions” that have occurred over the past several decades, framing the demographic decline as a direct consequence of past abortion rates [2].

Citations [1] Planned Parenthood Closes Five California Clinics Thanks To ‘Big Beautiful Bill’, https://www.dailywire.com/news/planned-parenthood-closes-five-california-clinics-thanks-to-big-beautiful-bill?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Mairead+Elordi&category=News&elementPosition=3&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories&title=Planned+Parenthood+Closes+Five+California+Clinics+Thanks+To+%E2%80%98Big+Beautiful+Bill%E2%80%99
[2] After Killing 65 Million Babies in Abortions, US Fertility Rate Hits All-Time Low, https://www.lifenews.com/2025/07/25/after-killing-65-million-babies-in-abortions-us-fertility-rate-hits-all-time-low/

7.2. Media Criticism and Satire

Several media outlets and personalities are the focus of pointed criticism and satire. A blog post by Jonathan Turley reports that media figure Chuck Todd has slammed recent interviews with Hunter Biden, asserting that they are “Bad for Democrats and Biden” [1]. An MSNBC segment, meanwhile, reportedly voiced concern that “the Demise of Big Bird” could lead to a vacuum in children’s programming that would send “America’s Children Flocking to PragerU Kids” for content [2]. In what appears to be a satirical report, one source claims that the CBS television network experienced a ratings surge after it replaced late-night host Stephen Colbert with a live stream of paint drying [3].

Citations [1] “I Make Choices”: Chuck Todd Slams Hunter Biden Interviews as Bad for Democrats and Biden, https://jonathanturley.org/2025/07/26/i-make-choices-chuck-todd-slams-hunter-biden-interviews-as-bad-for-democrats-and-biden/
[2] MSNBC Worries the Demise of Big Bird Could Send America’s Children Flocking to PragerU Kids, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/07/25/msnbc-worries-demise-big-bird-could-send-americas-children-flocking-prageru-kids/
[3] CBS Sees Ratings Boost After Replacing Stephen Colbert With Footage of Paint Drying, https://genesiustimes.com/cbs-sees-ratings-boost-after-replacing-stephen-colbert-with-footage-of-paint-drying/