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Op/Ed. Reports that President Donald Trump consulted Chinese and Russian leaders before launching his military operation into Venezuela have provoked the predictable political storm. Critics have seized on the news as evidence of secret coordination or foreign influence, while allies insist such outreach represents prudent statesmanship. The truth, as usual, likely lies somewhere less dramatic: these calls were probably little more than a diplomatic courtesy—conventional, even necessary, in the volatile chessboard of 21st-century geopolitics.

Op-Ed: For generations, the Solstice has marked a quiet reckoning with the rhythms of nature—a moment when darkness begins to yield to light. Across cultures and centuries, the turning of the year around this time has inspired reflection, renewal, and gratitude. Yet somehow, in recent years, even this most universal observance has become tangled in debate.

President Trump’s proposal to send every American a $20 stimulus check as a “dividend” from savings during the government shutdown has been met with both amusement and skepticism. Yet beneath the humor that such a small figure might inspire lies an idea that deserves fair consideration.

Opinion - In a political landscape marked by polarization, outrage cycles, and the viral spread of misinformation, the Justice Department’s latest initiative under Attorney General Pam Bondi offers something rarely seen in public policy: clarity, restraint, and a genuine effort to balance national stability with constitutional rights.

Op-Ed - President Trump’s proposal to eliminate capital gains taxes on commercial real estate transactions valued above $10 million is exactly the type of bold economic reform our nation needs. By targeting high-value deals, this reform would unlock capital, incentivize investment, and usher in a new era of growth and opportunity for American cities.

Every news cycle seems to bring another viral claim that stretches the imagination. The most recent example is the chatter surrounding footage of former President Donald Trump playing golf, which some corners of the internet insist was artificially generated to disguise his supposed death. This theory has spread quickly online, fueled by the growing public awareness of artificial intelligence and deepfake technology. But here’s the simple truth: there is no credible evidence whatsoever that the video in question is anything but genuine.

Op-Ed - In the age of viral misinformation and deepfake documentaries, the truth is often more fragile than fiction. Yet some rumors persist with such stubbornness that they must be directly confronted—no matter how far-fetched or baseless they may be.

Opinion - When President Donald Trump ordered thousands of National Guard troops and 700 active-duty Marines into Los Angeles to quell protests in June 2025, the official justification was to restore order amid unrest over immigration enforcement. Yet, a closer look at the context and the city’s unique demographics suggests there may have been a deeper, more strategic motivation—one that goes beyond crowd control and touches on international geopolitics.

Fact Check: Despite numerous rumors, there are as yet no credible reports or verifiable evidence to support the claim that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attended a Juneteenth party in blackface.

Op-Ed - The proposal to rename Fort Bragg as "Fort Trump" is not only misguided but also deeply disrespectful to the legacy of America's armed forces and the principles for which they stand.