[Monday, July 28] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

2025-07-28 2608 words 13 minutes

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1. Executive Branch: Domestic Policy and Actions

1.1. Economic Policy and Trade

The administration has announced a major trade and investment agreement with the European Union, reported as the “biggest deal ever made” [1]. The terms reportedly involve the EU purchasing $750 million in U.S. energy and committing to $600 billion in investments. This development was met with an immediate positive reaction from the stock market, which appeared to cheer the administration’s approach to trade negotiations [2]. This economic diplomacy occurs as a federal court prepares to hear a legal challenge targeting the President’s authority to impose emergency tariffs, a key and controversial tool in the administration’s trade strategy [3]. The combination of a new transatlantic deal and ongoing legal battles over existing trade measures highlights a dynamic and assertive phase in U.S. economic policy.

References: [1] Trump strikes ‘biggest deal ever made’ with EU: Europeans will buy $750M in US energy, invest $600B after meeting with prez, https://nypost.com/2025/07/27/us-news/trump-european-union-commission-president-give-50-50-chance-of-striking-trade-deal/
[2] Stocks Cheer the Art of Trump’s Trade Deals After EU Agreement, https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/stocks-trump-deals/2025/07/27/id/1220283/
[3] Court Set to Hear Suit Against Trump’s Emergency Tariffs, https://www.newsmax.com/politics/federal-court-appeals-lawsuit/2025/07/28/id/1220422/

1.2. Justice Department and Federal Legal Actions

The Department of Justice and associated agencies are engaged in several high-profile and politically sensitive investigations. CIA Director John Ratcliffe has publicly affirmed that the statute of limitations has not expired for a potential investigation into what one headline refers to as a “plot” by former President Obama and his staff [1]. Separately, the DOJ is reportedly conducting an investigation into the mortgage dealings of Representative Adam Schiff [2]. The administration’s investigative scope also extends to academia, with an exclusive report detailing a new probe into the Duke Law Journal and issuing a warning that the university’s medical school could be the next target [3]. The Justice Department’s actions also include prosecuting financial crimes, with federal law enforcement securing a conviction in a major fraud case related to the “Obama Phone” program, resulting in a prison sentence for a Florida CEO and a $128 million fine [4].

References: [1] CIA Director Ratcliffe: Statute of Limitations Not Up on Obama, Staff Plot, https://www.newsmax.com/politics/john-ratcliffe-barack-obama-conspiracy/2025/07/27/id/1220263/
[2] How Trump’s ’no shrinking violets’ DOJ is digging in on Schiff’s mortgage dealings as legal peril looms, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/how-trumps-no-shrinking-violets-doj-digging-schiffs-mortgage-dealings-legal-peril-looms
[3] EXCLUSIVE: Trump Administration Launches Probe of Duke Law Journal, Warns Medical School Could Be Next, https://freebeacon.com/campus/exclusive-trump-administration-launches-probe-of-duke-law-journal-warns-medical-school-could-be-next/
[4] ‘Obama Phone’ Scam: Florida CEO Headed to Prison, Must Pay $128 Million Fine After Defrauding Government, https://www.breitbart.com/crime/2025/07/27/obama-phone-scam-florida-ceo-headed-to-prison-and-must-pay-128-million-fine-after-defrauding-government/

1.3. Energy and Environmental Policy

President Trump has publicly criticized wind energy, reportedly remarking to a European Union leader that windmills are “killing the beauty of our scenery” [1]. This stance on renewable energy contrasts with state-level challenges, where California is reportedly grappling with fuel shortages and actively seeking a buyer for a retiring oil refinery to bolster its fuel production capacity [2]. These reports indicate a federal focus on the aesthetics and perceived drawbacks of certain green technologies, while states face practical energy supply-chain issues demanding different solutions.

References: [1] Trump Trashes Windmills In Meeting With Green-Loving EU Head: ‘Killing The Beauty Of Our Scenery’, https://www.dailywire.com/news/trump-trashes-windmills-in-meeting-with-green-loving-eu-head-killing-the-beauty-of-our-scenery?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Tim+Pearce&category=News&elementPosition=1&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories&title=Trump+Trashes+Windmills+In+Meeting+With+Green-Loving+EU+Head%3A+‘Killing+The+Beauty+Of+Our+Scenery’
[2] Facing fuel shortages, California seeks a buyer for a retiring refinery to increase production, https://share.google/SCsQJG1PHmpmZeAU1

2. Executive Branch: Foreign Policy and National Security

2.1. Russia-Ukraine Conflict and U.S. Diplomacy

A significant diplomatic escalation is underway, with President Trump reportedly slashing the deadline for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal to just “10 or 12 days” from an original 50-day window [1]. Multiple outlets report this dramatic acceleration is a direct result of the President’s stated “frustration over lack of progress” in the ongoing negotiations [2]. The new, compressed timeline underscores a forceful U.S. push to resolve the conflict. This unilateral move intensifies pressure on both Moscow and Kyiv to reach a settlement under an exceptionally tight U.S.-imposed timeframe.

References: [1] Trump reduces Russia deadline to end Ukraine invasion to ‘10 to 12 days’ from original 50: ‘No reason to wait that long’, https://nypost.com/2025/07/28/world-news/trump-says-hes-going-to-reduce-putins-50-day-deadline-to-end-ukraine-war/
[2] Trump Slashes Ukraine Peace Deal Deadline to “10 or 12 Days” Amid Frustration Over Lack of Progress, https://united24media.com/latest-news/trump-slashes-ukraine-peace-deal-deadline-to-10-or-12-days-amid-frustration-over-lack-of-progress-10220

2.2. U.S.-China Relations and Influence

The United States and China are scheduled to resume tariff negotiations, signaling an effort to extend their current trade truce [1]. This economic maneuvering occurs alongside growing national security concerns. A strategic imperative to “win the AI race” against adversaries, implicitly including China, has been articulated in public commentary [2]. Simultaneously, a report from a center at George Washington University alleges that the Chinese Communist Party has been a source of influence within U.S.-based pro-Palestinian activist movements, highlighting concerns about foreign influence operations on domestic soil [3].

References: [1] US, China to Resume Tariff Talks in Effort to Extend Truce, https://www.newsmax.com/world/globaltalk/xi-trump-china/2025/07/27/id/1220248/
[2] America must win the AI race — and prepare for the worst, https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/america-must-win-ai-race-prepare-worst
[3] CCP Influence in U.S. Pro Palestinian Activism, https://extremism.gwu.edu/sites/g/files/zaxdzs5746/files/2025-07/CCP%20Influence%20in%20US%20Pro-Palestinian%20Activism.pdf

2.3. Middle East Policy and Global Counter-Terrorism

The administration has articulated its primary focus for the humanitarian situation in Gaza, with President Trump stating that the “No. 1 Gaza Priority Is Getting People Fed” [1]. On the diplomatic stage, the U.S. registered its disapproval of certain international proceedings by boycotting a United Nations event described in one headline as an “Anti-Israel Circus” [2]. Global counter-terrorism concerns persist, highlighted by a report of an Islamic State-backed militant group attacking a Catholic church in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, resulting in nearly three dozen fatalities [3].

References: [1] Trump: No. 1 Gaza Priority Is Getting People Fed, https://www.newsmax.com/world/globaltalk/donald-trump-keir-starmer-gaza/2025/07/28/id/1220329/
[2] U.S. Boycotts UN’s AntiIsrael Circus, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/dmitri-bolt/2025/07/28/white-house-boycotts-un-summit-n2661033
[3] Islamic State-Backed Militant Group Attacks Catholic Church in Congo, Nearly Three Dozen Dead, https://www.breitbart.com/africa/2025/07/27/rebels-attack-catholic-church-in-congo-nearly-three-dozen-dead/

2.4. U.S.-Europe Relations

During a recent meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, President Trump reportedly called the Mayor of London a “nasty person” directly to the Prime Minister’s face [1]. This direct and undiplomatic language directed at a key allied official is a notable event in U.S.-UK relations.

References: [1] Trump Calls London Mayor A ‘Nasty Person’ Right To UK Prime Minister’s Face, https://dailycaller.com/2025/07/28/trump-london-mayor-sadiq-khan-keir-starmer/

3. Immigration and Border Security

3.1. Enforcement Actions and Legal Challenges

Federal agencies are reporting large-scale immigration enforcement operations. In one action, ICE announced the arrest of 243 undocumented immigrants in the Denver metro area, including alleged gang members, murderers, and others accused of serious felonies like human trafficking [1]. A separate report notes over 200 undocumented immigrants accused of being child sex offenders were arrested by ICE in Houston over a six-month period [2]. These enforcement efforts are facing legal opposition; a coalition of Democratic Attorneys General has filed a lawsuit against the administration over its attempt to use the SNAP benefits program as a tool to locate migrants [3].

References: [1] ICE arrests 243 illegal aliens in Denver metro area. Those arrested include Tren De Aragua gangbangers, murderers, human traffickers and child sex offenders, https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/ice-arrests-243-illegal-aliens-denver-metro-area
[2] ICE Has Arrested Over 200 Illegal Alien Child Sex Offenders In Houston Over Last Six Months, https://www.dailywire.com/news/ice-has-arrested-over-200-illegal-alien-child-sex-offenders-in-houston-over-last-six-months
[3] Democrat AGs sue Trump over effort to use SNAP to locate migrants, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/dangerous-illegal-democrat-ags-sue-trump-over-effort-use-snap-locate-migrants

3.2. Sanctuary Jurisdictions and Associated Crime

The administration is publicly linking violent crimes to sanctuary jurisdiction policies. The Department of Homeland Security issued a direct statement claiming that two teenagers in Wisconsin would “still be alive” if not for local sanctuary policies that shielded the undocumented immigrant charged in their deaths [1]. In a separate, high-profile incident in New York City, an undocumented immigrant, whom a headline claims was “freed into U.S. by Biden’s DHS,” has now been charged with the attempted stabbing of ICE officers [2]. These cases are being used to underscore public safety risks attributed to non-cooperation policies.

References: [1] DHS: Two Wisconsin teens would ‘still be alive’ if not for sanctuary policies protecting illegal immigrant, https://www.foxnews.com/us/dhs-two-wisconsin-teens-would-still-alive-not-sanctuary-policies-protecting-illegal-immigrant
[2] Sanctuary New York City: Illegal Alien, Freed into U.S. by Biden’s DHS, Charged with Attempting to Stab ICE Officers, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/07/28/sanctuary-new-york-city-illegal-alien-freed-u-s-bidens-dhs-charged-attempting-stab-ice-officers/

3.3. International Dimensions of Immigration

Immigration is also a flashpoint in Europe. One report alleges that Afghan nationals with “alleged links to the Taliban” arrived in the UK via “secret flights” following a data breach by a military official [1]. Another headline claims Europe is “in denial” about crime statistics related to its immigrant population [2].

References: [1] Several Afghans with alleged links to the Taliban terrorists have reportedly arrived in the United Kingdom on secret flights, following a major data breach by a British military official., https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/taliban-fighters-brought-to-the-uk-on-secret-airlift-flights-b1240207.html
[2] Europe In Denial About Illegal Alien Crime Stats As Their Crisis Worsens, https://ktrh.iheart.com/featured/houston-texas-news/content/2025-07-27-europe-in-denial-about-illegal-alien-crime-stats-as-their-crisis-worsens/

4. U.S. Politics and Elections

4.1. Political Figures and Controversies

Several prominent political figures are at the center of new controversies. President Trump publicly speculated that his name may have been “planted” in the Epstein files by Democratic opponents [1]. Separately, a headline from Frontpage Magazine discusses “Treason and the Hunting of” Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, though the article’s specific context is not provided in the title [2]. In local politics, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has been criticized for her absence as her New York district is reportedly “overrun by seedy ‘Market of Sweethearts’” [3].

References: [1] Trump: Name May Have Been Planted in Epstein Files by Dems, https://www.newsmax.com/politics/trump-jeffrey-epstein-mar-a-lago/2025/07/28/id/1220388/
[2] Treason and the Hunting of Hegseth | Frontpage Mag, https://www.frontpagemag.com/treason-and-the-hunting-of-hegseth/
[3] AOC ripped as her NYC district is overrun by seedy ‘Market of Sweethearts’ – and Dem pol nowhere in sight: ‘Community is suffering’, https://nypost.com/2025/07/27/us-news/aoc-ripped-as-her-nyc-district-is-overrun-by-market-of-sweethearts/

4.2. Party Performance and Public Opinion

Reports suggest growing political trouble for Democrats. One headline indicates that a “devastating new poll” has caused “panic among Capitol Hill Dems,” further stated that the “Democratic Brand Is So Bad” [1]. Other opinion-focused headlines echo this sentiment, asserting that Democrats and the media “richly deserve their dismal ratings” for their current political direction [2].

References: [1] ‘Democratic Brand Is So Bad’: Panic Among Capitol Hill Dems After Release of Devastating New Poll, https://redstate.com/sister-toldjah/2025/07/28/wsj-poll-devastating-for-democrats-n2192166
[2] Dems, Media Richly Deserve Their Dismal Ratings, https://spectator.org/dems-media-richly-deserve-their-dismal-ratings/

4.3. 2028 Election Speculation

Early maneuvering for the 2028 presidential race is being reported. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has apparently downplayed any personal presidential ambitions, suggesting he is supporting another candidate instead [1]. In a related report, Secretary Rubio also offered comments on a potential 2028 run by Vice President JD Vance [2].

References: [1] Marco Rubio Downplays ‘28 Presidential Aspirations, Pulls for Someone Else Instead, https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2025/07/28/marco-rubio-downplays-28-presidential-aspirations-pulls-for-another-gop-candidate-instead-n2192161
[2] This Is What Marco Rubio Had to Say About JD Vance Running for President in 2028, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/jeff-charles/2025/07/28/marco-rubio-says-jd-vance-would-be-a-great-gop-presidential-nominee-n2661041

5. Crime, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety

5.1. Major Criminal Incidents and Security Threats

Several high-stakes security incidents and major crimes have been reported. A bomb squad was deployed near the White House, though the headline provides no further details on the nature of the threat or its resolution [1]. A direct threat against the President was also reported mid-flight, where a man allegedly issued a bomb threat while shouting “Death To Trump! Allahu Akbar!” [2]. In other public safety events, an armed Marine veteran reportedly confronted a suspect during a mass stabbing at a Michigan Walmart [3], and police in Cincinnati have identified multiple suspects in a “cruel and absolutely unacceptable” street fight [4]. Federal law enforcement also executed a notable arrest, with officers storming the cockpit of a Delta flight post-landing to take a pilot into custody on child pornography charges [5].

References: [1] Bomb Squad Deployed Near White House, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2025/07/27/bomb-squad-deployed-at-white-house-n2661007
[2] Man Issues Mid-Flight Bomb Threat: ‘Death To Trump! Allahu Akbar!’, https://www.dailywire.com/news/man-issues-mid-flight-bomb-threat-death-to-trump-allahu-akbar
[3] Armed hero, Marine veteran Derrick Perry praised for confronting Michigan Walmart mass stabbing suspect in dramatic showdown, https://nypost.com/2025/07/27/us-news/armed-hero-praised-for-confronting-michigan-walmart-mass-stabbing-suspect-in-dramatic-showdown/
[4] Police identify multiple suspects in brutal Cincinnati street fight: ‘Cruel and absolutely unacceptable’, https://www.foxnews.com/us/police-identify-multiple-suspects-brutal-cincinnati-street-fight-cruel-absolutely-unacceptable
[5] Delta pilot arrested on child pornography charges by federal officers who stormed the cockpit moments after landing, https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/delta-pilot-arrest-charges-san-francisco-b2797155.html

5.2. State and Local Justice System Controversies

Local justice systems are facing scrutiny over partisan actions. In New York, the Democratic candidate for Nassau County’s top prosecutor is being criticized for allegedly encouraging convicted criminals to apply for campaign jobs that could pay up to $7,000 a month [1]. In a separate case, a politician whose criminal record was reportedly expunged under a Democratic-backed law in Michigan has now been charged with assault [2].

References: [1] The Democrat running to be Nassau County’s top prosecutor encouraged convicted criminals to apply for a job on her campaign that could pay them up to $7,000 a month., https://nypost.com/2025/07/20/us-news/democrat-running-for-ny-district-attorney-encourages-criminals-to-apply-for-job-on-staff/
[2] Pol Leon El-Alamin, who had criminal record wiped under Dem law, is charged with assault, https://nypost.com/2025/07/28/us-news/democrat-who-had-criminal-record-wiped-choked-and-beat-woman-report/

The intersection of social policy and the judiciary continues to produce significant outcomes. A federal judge appointed by former President Obama has permanently blocked a bill, described in one headline as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which was intended to defund major abortion providers [1]. On another front, the Trump administration has taken direct action against five schools for implementing policies that allow transgender students, referred to as “boys” in the report, to use girls’ bathroom facilities [2].

References: [1] Obama Appointed Judge Permanently blocks “One Big Beautiful Bill “from defunding Big Abortion, https://nrlc.org/nrlnewstoday/2025/07/obama-appointed-judge-permanently-blocks-one-big-beautiful-bill-from-defunding-big-abortion/
[2] Trump Admin Drops The Hammer On Five Schools Who Let Boys In Girl’s Bathrooms, https://dailycaller.com/2025/07/25/trump-admin-drops-the-hammer-on-five-schools-who-let-boys-in-girls-bathrooms/

6.2. Free Speech, Censorship, and Technology

Debates over free speech and online content moderation are intensifying. A proposed U.S. bill would levy daily fines of $5 million on social media companies for what it deems insufficient action against “terrorism” online [1]. Internationally, a police task force in the United Kingdom has reportedly been formed specifically to monitor anti-migration posts online [2], and the recent passage of the Online Safety Bill has led to discussions about a potential “ban” on VPNs [3].

References: [1] This bill would fine social media companies $5 million every day for not fighting ’terrorism’, https://reason.com/2025/07/24/this-bill-would-fine-social-media-companies-5-million-every-day-for-not-fighting-terrorism/
[2] UK Forms Police Taskforce to Monitor AntiMigration Posts Online: Report, https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/07/27/uk-govt-forms-police-taskforce-to-monitor-anti-migration-sentiment-on-social-media-report/
[3] UK households could face VPN ‘ban’ after use skyrockets following Online Safety Bill - Birmingham Live, https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/uk-households-could-face-vpn-32152789

6.3. Media Performance and Criticism

The administration’s economic policies are receiving unexpected validation from some media figures, while other outlets face criticism. Commentators Bill Maher and CNBC’s Jim Cramer made positive statements about the economy under Trump, with Maher admitting he was “wrong about Trump on tariffs” [1] and Cramer using an expletive on-air while marveling at the “great economy” [2]. Reports claim that even left-leaning outlets now concede the administration has “won completely on tariffs” [3]. Separately, one headline accuses the media of using misleading images to falsely claim Israel is causing starvation in Gaza [4].

References: [1] Bill Maher admits he was wrong about Trump on tariffs, doesn’t ‘see a country in a depression at all’, https://www.foxnews.com/media/bill-maher-admits-he-wrong-about-trump-tariffs-doesnt-see-country-depression-all
[2] CNBC’s Jim Cramer drops F-bomb live on air while marveling over Trump’s ‘great economy’, https://www.foxnews.com/media/cnbcs-jim-cramer-drops-f-bomb-live-air-while-marveling-trumps-great-economy
[3] Even Left-Wing CNN and Axios Admit That Trump Has Won Completely on Tariffs, https://acecomments.mu.nu/?post=415842
[4] Media Share Misleading Images Of Gazan Child To Falsely Accuse Israel Of Mass Starvation, https://www.dailywire.com/news/media-share-misleading-images-of-gazan-child-to-falsely-accuse-israel-of-mass-starvation?topStoryPosition=undefined&author=Hank+Berrien&category=News+and+Analysis&elementPosition=4&row=1&rowHeadline=Top+Stories&rowType=Top+Stories&title=Media+Share+Misleading+Images+Of+Gazan+Child+To+Falsely+Accuse+Israel+Of+Mass+Starvation

6.4. Cultural Conflicts and Activism

Several incidents are being framed as flashpoints in ongoing cultural conflicts. A government job posting in the UK for a “Sharia Law Administrator” has reportedly sparked public fury [1]. In the U.S., an American Eagle ad campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney was reportedly condemned by online critics as “Nazi propaganda” simply because it used the word “genes” [2].

References: [1] NOT Satire: UK Government Posts Job Opening For “Sharia Law Administrator”, https://notthebee.com/article/uks-department-for-work-and-pensions-posts-job-opening-for-sharia-law-administrator
[2] Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad slammed as ‘Nazi propaganda’ by crazed woke mob, https://nypost.com/2025/07/28/us-news/sydney-sweeneys-american-eagle-ad-slammed-as-nazi-propaganda-by-crazed-woke-mob/