The political downfall of former California Congressman Eric Swalwell has accelerated dramatically, as federal authorities now step into what is quickly becoming one of the most consequential misconduct scandals in recent congressional history. According to multiple reports, the U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into a series of …

The White House was pressed this week on reports circulating in media and online that a number of U.S. scientists with access to sensitive research have died or gone missing in recent years, prompting questions about whether federal authorities are examining any potential connections. During Wednesday’s press briefing, Peter Doocy …

A quiet deal. A launch into orbit. And suddenly, the battlefield looks very different. New reporting from the Financial Times, backed by multiple international outlets, suggests that Iran may have gained a powerful new advantage in modern warfare—not through missiles or drones, but through space. The Satellite Deal That Stayed …

A Chinese national conducting research at Indiana University Bloomington has been sentenced to federal prison after admitting to illegally smuggling biological materials into the United States—an incident now fueling broader concerns about research security, foreign influence, and vulnerabilities inside federally funded programs. A Quiet Operation Turns Criminal Youhuang Xiang, 33, …

California Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell announced Monday that he will resign from Congress, a dramatic turn in a rapidly escalating political crisis that has unfolded over the past several days. The announcement came just one day after Swalwell suspended his gubernatorial campaign following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, including claims …

President Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that the United States will suspend military operations against Iran for two weeks, following a proposal brokered through Pakistan and contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Get deeper, uncensored analysis from Naomi Wolf—subscribe to Outspoken on Substack for exclusive essays you …

The debate over government transparency has taken a sharp and politically charged turn, as Rep. Eric Swalwell now finds himself on the opposite side of a principle he once championed. The unfolding controversy surrounding the Eric Swalwell China files raises a broader question: is transparency a consistent standard, or a …

The debate over government transparency has taken a sharp and politically charged turn, as Rep. Eric Swalwell now finds himself on the opposite side of a principle he once championed. The unfolding controversy surrounding the Eric Swalwell China files raises a broader question: is transparency a consistent standard, or a …

“Lois McLatchie Miller examines the House of Lords’ recent vote on an amendment to the Police and Crime Bill that removes criminal penalties for abortions after 24 weeks of pregnancy. She outlines the existing UK legal framework, including the 2021 Pills by Post scheme, relevant cases such as Carla Foster, …

“Texas House Representative Brian Harrison, a Republican from House District 10 and former Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under President Trump, joins Hearts of Oak. Brian discusses his background, his reasons for entering state politics, and his assessment of government operations in Texas …

“In this episode, Lee Harris returns to review recent UK news. The discussion examines energy policy, including the environmental and supply advantages of developing North Sea resources versus increased LNG imports. Lee comments on Nick Timothy’s intervention regarding mass public prayer rituals and their cultural significance, the current pressures on …

“Daniel Greenfield returns to discuss the role of Catholic organizations in U.S. refugee resettlement programs, noting instances where Muslim leadership has taken over operations focused on bringing in Muslim migrants. He also covers fraud in Somali communities and the recent formation of the Sharia Free Caucus in Congress, which opposes …

“Former CIA officer Sam Faddis returns to Hearts of Oak to deliver a hard-hitting analysis of the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict just days in. Sam details the impact of nearly 2,000 joint strikes that have destroyed Iran’s navy, air force, and much of its missile arsenal; confirms the death of Supreme …

“In this interview, former Congresswoman Michele Bachmann discusses the state of U.S. education under progressive influences, efforts by President Trump to reform it through school choice and reduced federal control, immigration-related fraud in Minnesota, and her resignation from a Heritage Foundation task force due to concerns over anti-Semitic rhetoric from …

A sudden leadership change inside the U.S. military is drawing scrutiny on Capitol Hill, as lawmakers question the timing and rationale behind the removal of the Army’s top officer during an active geopolitical crisis. This week, Rich McCormick voiced concern following Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to push out Army …

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against the state of Idaho, escalating a growing national conflict over voter roll transparency and federal oversight of election systems. The case, brought by the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division, centers on Idaho’s alleged refusal to provide voter registration data requested as …

A growing body of reporting is drawing attention to a complex international network tied to American businessman Neville Roy Singham, raising questions about the intersection of activism, media influence, and foreign alignment. Investigations based on corporate filings, nonprofit disclosures, and Chinese institutional partnerships suggest that Singham’s operations extend far beyond …

A Colorado appeals court has ordered that former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters be re-sentenced, reopening one of the most closely watched election-related criminal cases stemming from the aftermath of the 2020 election. The ruling does not overturn Peters’ convictions. Instead, it focuses narrowly on how her sentence was determined …

A federal judge has ordered the State of California to pay $4.52 million in attorney’s fees after losing a high-profile legal battle over school policies related to student gender identity and parental notification. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez, follows years of litigation in a case that …

In a moment defined by global uncertainty, rising hatred, and deepening societal fractures, more than 4,000 attendees and leaders from across the worlds of business, technology, faith, media, sports, and culture gathered in New York City for what became not just a conference—but a call to action. The Never Is …