“Democratic House Majority (or a Tie) Coming Soon? A Simple Plan to Prevent It”
The Republican majority in the US House of Representatives is at risk of becoming a one-seat Democratic majority (or a tie) if US House Representative Elise Stefanik is confirmed by the Senate (and she vacates her seat to become the UN Ambassador) before it is known who is elected …
“Is Ivermectin the Key to Fighting Cancer?” [Sponsored]
Ivermectin found fame—and in some corners of the media, infamy—during the COVID-19 pandemic for its groundbreaking use by medical experts in the early treatment of COVID-19. Once again, it is being hailed as a medical miracle for its potential application in the fight against cancer. According to The Gateway Pundit, …
“Trump Administration Slashes CDC Workforce by 10 Percent in Sweeping Cuts”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is shown Sunday, March 15, 2020, in Atlanta. AP Photo/John Bazemore SUMMARY: The Trump administration is eliminating probationary positions at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), resulting in the dismissal of nearly 1,300 probationary employees, about 10% of the CDC’s workforce. …
“US Aircraft Carrier Collides With Ship in Mediterranean Sea”
There are no reported injuries, nor is there flooding aboard the carrier. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Cody BeamThe Exterior damage of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) following a collision with merchant vessel Besiktas-M, Feb. 12, 2025 while operating in the vicinity of Port Said, …
“Trump Announces Three-Way Talks on War in Munich”
A woman pays her respects this week at portraits of dead Ukrainian servicemen in Zavallia, central Ukraine. (Reuters) SUMMARY: President Donald Trump announced that U.S., Russian, and Ukrainian officials would meet at a security conference in Munich to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. However, Russia, which is not officially …
“Elon Musk Says He’ll Withdraw His $97 Billion Bid for Control of Sam Altman’s OpenAI—Only if Altman Agrees to Halt the Transition to a For-Profit Enterprise”
Elon Musk in the Oval Office.Andrew Harnik/Getty Images SUMMARY: Elon Musk, along with a group of private equity and venture investors, made an unsolicited $97.4 billion cash offer to purchase the nonprofit that controls OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT. However, Musk’s offer comes with a condition: he wants OpenAI CEO …
“Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Sworn in as Trump’s Health Chief After a Close Senate Vote”
SUMMARY: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was sworn in as President Donald Trump’s Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary following a narrow Senate vote of 52-48. Despite skepticism over his anti-vaccine stance, Kennedy received support from most Republicans, though Democrats unanimously opposed him. The only Republican to vote against Kennedy was …
“Belarus Releases Three Prisoners, Including US Citizen and Jailed Journalist”
Belarusian authorities released a jailed US citizen, a Belarusian journalist for a US-funded media outlet and an opposition supporter in what the White House on Wednesday called a “remarkable victory” for the Trump administration. The release is viewed as a bid by Minsk to repair ties with Washington. White House …
“The Most Dramatic Narrative Shift in Modern History”
Original article (via Brownstone Institute) The most dramatic narrative shift in this post-lockdown period has been the flip in the perceptions of government itself. For decades and even centuries, government was seen as the essential bulwark to defend the poor, empower the marginalized, realize justice, even the playing field in …
“USAID Bankrolled Secretive Nonprofit Global News Network With Alleged Ties to Censorship”
Original article (via Children’s Health Defense) The USAID gave roughly $473 million to the “Internews Network,” a secretive global non-governmental organization that allegedly supported online censorship efforts, according to documents released by WikiLeaks. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) gave roughly $473 million to a “secretive” nonprofit organization that supported efforts …
“RFK Jr. Clears Key Hurdle as Senate Tees Up Final Confirmation Vote”
Original Article (via Children’s Health Defense) The U.S. Senate today voted 53-47 along party lines to invoke cloture and end debate on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination for HHS secretary, moving the founder and former chairman of Children’s Health Defense one step closer to the nation’s top health post. The …
“After Putin Call, Trump Says Negotiations To End Ukraine War Will Start ‘Immediately’”
Summary: President Donald Trump announced that negotiations to end the Ukraine war will begin immediately after a productive phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The call was the first between the two leaders since Trump took office, and both sides expressed a conciliatory tone. They discussed various topics, including …
“DOGE Cancels Funding for Fauci Museum Exhibit + More”
Original article (via Children’s Health Defense) The Defender’s Big Pharma Watch delivers the latest headlines related to pharmaceutical companies and their products, including vaccines, drugs, and medical devices and treatments. The views expressed in the below excerpts from other news sources do not necessarily reflect the views of The Defender. …
“Why Is Trump Pushing Classical Architecture?”
Originally published on the author’s Substack The past and future of American design On his first day in office, President Trump issued the executive order titled Promoting Beautiful Federal Civic Architecture, which reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing traditional and classical architectural styles in federal building projects. The order built on …
“Stockpile Critical Medications – Don’t Rely on the Government or a Broken Healthcare System” [Sponsored]
With the bird flu, COVID, RSV, the seasonal flu, white lung, and disease X, almost every single day, we read or hear about another challenge or potential challenge to our fragile healthcare system. While many of us are incredibly optimistic about President Trump and RFK Jr’s ability to repair our …
“VIRAL INFECTIONS SKY-ROCKET ON TALK OF A QUADEMIC” [Sponsored]
It’s winter, and winter means a surge of seasonal flu infections in the northern hemisphere. This year, however, Americans not just looking at a surge in seasonal flu infections, but a surge in three other infections: A quadruple-whammy of viruses are hitting the US as millions go back to work …
“Trump and Musk Move to Dismantle USAID, Igniting Battle With Democratic Lawmakers”
SUMMARY: The Trump administration, with support from Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is attempting to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), a critical agency responsible for providing global humanitarian aid, education, and development programs. This move has sparked intense opposition from Congressional Democrats, who …
“Treasury Department Sued Over DOGE Payment Access”
Patrick Semansky, Associated Press file SUMMARY: A coalition of groups has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Treasury Department over the involvement of officials from the “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE), a project led by tech billionaire Elon Musk. The groups, including Public Citizen Litigation Group, State Democracy Defenders Fund, …
“RFK, Jr. asks if nation can come together over health; Democrat senators say No.”
Originally published on the author’s Substack Furious Dems launch coordinated attack on the son of Dem hero Robert F. Kennedy in a two-day series of hearings before Senate committees. Everything now depends on Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana “Today, America’s overall health is in grievous condition. Over 70 percent of adults …
March 6, 2025: An Unforgettable Evening with Parents’ Rights in Education
An Unforgettable Evening with Parents’ Rights in Education Join us on March 6th in Oregon for an unforgettable evening hosted by Parents’ Rights in Education, featuring the inspiring theme, ‘Let Kids Be Kids.’ This is more than just a gathering—it’s a movement to empower parents, protect kids, and reclaim our schools. Parents …