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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis shot down a longshot measure on Monday night that would use Florida taxpayer money to pay for former President Donald Trump’s legal bills.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis shot down a longshot measure on Monday night that would use Florida taxpayer money to pay for former President Donald Trump’s legal bills.
 
Former President Donald Trump on Tuesday appealed the decision by Maine Democratic Secretary of State Shenna Bellows to remove him from the state’s 2024 presidential primary ballot.
Former President Donald Trump on Tuesday appealed the decision by Maine Democratic Secretary of State Shenna Bellows to remove him from the state’s 2024 presidential primary ballot.
 
Just one day after signing the richest contract in baseball history, Shohei Ohtani has reportedly begun having second thoughts about the Dodgers after meeting his new hitting coaches.
Just one day after signing the richest contract in baseball history, Shohei Ohtani has reportedly begun having second thoughts about the Dodgers after meeting his new hitting coaches.
 
Tony Bobulinski, a former business associate of first son Hunter Biden, told congressional investigators on Tuesday that President Joe Biden was an “enabler” of his family members’ foreign dealings that granted sway over the U.S. government.
Tony Bobulinski, a former business associate of first son Hunter Biden, told congressional investigators on Tuesday that President Joe Biden was an “enabler” of his family members’ foreign dealings that granted sway over the U.S. government.
 
A woman carrying an AR-15 that had “Palestine” written on it started shooting at the megachurch of celebrity pastor Joel Osteen in Houston on Sunday, injuring one man before she was shot and killed by two off-duty officers working as security, police said.
A woman carrying an AR-15 that had “Palestine” written on it started shooting at the megachurch of celebrity pastor Joel Osteen in Houston on Sunday, injuring one man before she was shot and killed by two off-duty officers working as security, police said.
 
Here’s my parting message for the year: “23 skidoo.” Readers “of a certain age,” know this early 20th century slang expression.
Here’s my parting message for the year: “23 skidoo.” Readers “of a certain age,” know this early 20th century slang expression.
 
Iran, the leading state sponsor of terror, is scheduled to lead the United Nations Conference on Disarmament from March 18-29 and May 13-24, the U.N. announced last week.
Iran, the leading state sponsor of terror, is scheduled to lead the United Nations Conference on Disarmament from March 18-29 and May 13-24, the U.N. announced last week.
 
VeggieTales creator Phil Vischer has announced a new episode that will feature superhero LarryBoy taking on his most dangerous foe yet: anthropomorphic fruits and vegetables who want to live in a Christian nation.
VeggieTales creator Phil Vischer has announced a new episode that will feature superhero LarryBoy taking on his most dangerous foe yet: anthropomorphic fruits and vegetables who want to live in a Christian nation.
 
Trans influencer could have to delete Bud Light posts that blatantly violate new beer industry guidelines
 
The state Supreme will not issue an order blocking its own March 2022 decision in a legal fight over government retiree health benefits. That decision allowed retirees to pursue a lawsuit to restore a discarded premium-free health care option.
The state Supreme will not issue an order blocking its own March 2022 decision in a legal fight over government retiree health benefits. That decision allowed retirees to pursue a lawsuit to restore a discarded premium-free health care option.
 
Prominent Democrats in Congress are defending President Joe Biden as concerns about his age and mental fitness reach a fever pitch during his re-election run.
Prominent Democrats in Congress are defending President Joe Biden as concerns about his age and mental fitness reach a fever pitch during his re-election run.
 
Tony Bobulinski, a decorated military officer and former business partner of Hunter Biden who has produced emails suggesting that Joe Biden was the “big guy” entitled to 10%, told the House Judiciary and Oversight Committees on Tuesday that he was never approached by federal law enforcement
Tony Bobulinski, a decorated military officer and former business partner of Hunter Biden who has produced emails suggesting that Joe Biden was the “big guy” entitled to 10%, told the House Judiciary and Oversight Committees on Tuesday that he was never approached by federal law enforcement
 
Baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani signed a record-shattering $700 million contract today with the Los Angeles Dodgers, which will net him about 58 bucks after taxes.
Baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani signed a record-shattering $700 million contract today with the Los Angeles Dodgers, which will net him about 58 bucks after taxes.
 
The Fulton County District Attorney’s Office decided not to put Fani Willis back on the witness stand on Friday after the DA’s explosive testimony Thursday about her relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, whom she hired for her 2020 election interference case against former President Dona
The Fulton County District Attorney’s Office decided not to put Fani Willis back on the witness stand on Friday after the DA’s explosive testimony Thursday about her relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, whom she hired for her 2020 election interference case against former President Dona
 
A tree from North Carolina will once again grace the Blue Room at the White House this Christmas. Cline Church Nursery, Fleetwood, Ashe County, was selected for the honor.
A tree from North Carolina will once again grace the Blue Room at the White House this Christmas. Cline Church Nursery, Fleetwood, Ashe County, was selected for the honor.
 
On Monday, Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) unleashed a harsh critique of bipartisan Senate legislation combining border security reforms with money for foreign wars and other causes, calling it the “War, Debt, and Open Borders” bill.
On Monday, Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) unleashed a harsh critique of bipartisan Senate legislation combining border security reforms with money for foreign wars and other causes, calling it the “War, Debt, and Open Borders” bill.
 
There are several Sample Ballots labeled conservative in Circulation; BE AWARE.
There are several Sample Ballots labeled conservative in Circulation; BE AWARE.
 
Federal prosecutors requested on Tuesday that Ray Epps, a mysterious January 6 figure some theorized to be a federal informant, be given half a year in prison for his participation in the U.S. Capitol breach in 2021.
Federal prosecutors requested on Tuesday that Ray Epps, a mysterious January 6 figure some theorized to be a federal informant, be given half a year in prison for his participation in the U.S. Capitol breach in 2021.
 
BENTONVILLE, AR — Executives from mega-retailer Walmart announced today they will replace their iconic smiley face that rolls back prices with a frowny face that travels around the store rolling prices forward.
BENTONVILLE, AR — Executives from mega-retailer Walmart announced today they will replace their iconic smiley face that rolls back prices with a frowny face that travels around the store rolling prices forward.
 
Gov't media said before election that it would not cover results if right won
Gov't media said before election that it would not cover results if right won
 
Claudine Gay may have been forced to resign her post as President of Harvard University on Tuesday, but she may still rake in a massive six-figure salary of nearly $900,000 from the Ivy League school.
Claudine Gay may have been forced to resign her post as President of Harvard University on Tuesday, but she may still rake in a massive six-figure salary of nearly $900,000 from the Ivy League school.
 
Francesca Albanese was banned from Israel and condemned by French and American officials for her comments
Francesca Albanese was banned from Israel and condemned by French and American officials for her comments
 
The retrial on bribery and fraud charges for former top NC political donor Greg Lindberg has been delayed to April or May 2024. It had been scheduled for November.
The retrial on bribery and fraud charges for former top NC political donor Greg Lindberg has been delayed to April or May 2024. It had been scheduled for November.
 
Former President Donald Trump ripped his former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley on Monday after she has shifted to attacking his age ahead of this week’s presidential primary in New Hampshire.
Former President Donald Trump ripped his former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley on Monday after she has shifted to attacking his age ahead of this week’s presidential primary in New Hampshire.
 
A local conservative man was struck by a sudden feeling of dread while checking out his annual "Year in Review" notification from Spotify, believing he would be horribly embarrassed if the knowledge of how prominently Taylor Swift featured in the list were to be obtained
A local conservative man was struck by a sudden feeling of dread while checking out his annual "Year in Review" notification from Spotify, believing he would be horribly embarrassed if the knowledge of how prominently Taylor Swift featured in the list were to be obtained
 
The United States and United Kingdom launched multiple airstrikes against Iranian-backed Houthi terrorists in Yemen on Monday as the terror group continues to launch attacks on merchant ships in international waters around the Arabian Peninsula.
The United States and United Kingdom launched multiple airstrikes against Iranian-backed Houthi terrorists in Yemen on Monday as the terror group continues to launch attacks on merchant ships in international waters around the Arabian Peninsula.
 
A Thursday morning hearing made it clear that Fulton County DA Fani Willis’ case against former President Donald Trump may be in serious jeopardy — and the direct testimony of her special prosecutor Nathan Wade, to whom Willis has been romantically linked, appears to have only made things worse.
A Thursday morning hearing made it clear that Fulton County DA Fani Willis’ case against former President Donald Trump may be in serious jeopardy — and the direct testimony of her special prosecutor Nathan Wade, to whom Willis has been romantically linked, appears to have only made things worse.
 
“Squad” member Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) accused Walgreens of racism after the company closed a pharmacy in her district.
“Squad” member Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) accused Walgreens of racism after the company closed a pharmacy in her district.
 
Members of the Pendleton family are reported to have been in a state of emergency since 8:37 this morning, the moment Grandma learned how to "like" text messages.
Members of the Pendleton family are reported to have been in a state of emergency since 8:37 this morning, the moment Grandma learned how to "like" text messages.
 
The game between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers became the most watched Super Bowl ever after bringing in more than 123 million viewers on Sunday.
The game between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers became the most watched Super Bowl ever after bringing in more than 123 million viewers on Sunday.
 
Multiple people were shot and at least one was killed when gunfire erupted at a parade celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl win this week.
Multiple people were shot and at least one was killed when gunfire erupted at a parade celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl win this week.
 
Guilford County is considering an additional 1% Prepared Food and Beverage Tax, with the support of Greensboro Mayor Nancy Vaughan.
Guilford County is considering an additional 1% Prepared Food and Beverage Tax, with the support of Greensboro Mayor Nancy Vaughan.
 
“Sound of Freedom” beat out Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” movie to finish in the top ten of 2023 box office tallies domestically.
“Sound of Freedom” beat out Taylor Swift’s “The Eras Tour” movie to finish in the top ten of 2023 box office tallies domestically.
 
A local marriage is reportedly on the rocks after a woman expressed a desire to go on more dates with her husband, apparently forgetting he just took her to Costco yesterday.
A local marriage is reportedly on the rocks after a woman expressed a desire to go on more dates with her husband, apparently forgetting he just took her to Costco yesterday.
 
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