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Summary of Newsom v. Trump, 9th Circuit Stay

Summary of Newsom v. Trump from an Originalist Perspective From an originalist perspective, which emphasizes interpreting the Constitution based on its original meaning at the time of ratification, the Ninth Circuit's decision in Newsom v. Trump (filed June 19, 2025) aligns with the constitutional framework of federal authority over the militia as understood in 1787-1788, particularly through the lens of Congress’s enumerated powers and historical judicial interpretations like Martin v. Mott (1827). Below is a summary of the case through this perspective: Summary of the Case The State of California and Governor Gavin Newsom challenged President Donald J. Trump’s invocation of…

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Fisking Sen. Ron Johnson’s 2025 Budget Reconciliation Analysis

Analysis of "FY 2025 Budget Reconciliation: Facts, Figures, and Analysis" by Senator Ron Johnson Introduction Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) authored the "FY 2025 Budget Reconciliation: Facts, Figures, and Analysis" report, released on June 18, 2025, which examines the U.S. federal budget’s fiscal challenges. Notably, Johnson is also recognized for producing an immigration chart that gained historical significance during a July 13, 2024, campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Former President Donald Trump, unscripted, turned to reference this chart on illegal immigration-originally shared with him by Johnson during an April 2024 plane ride-when he was grazed by a bullet in an assassination attempt.…

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An Originalist Analysis of United States v. Skrmetti

An Originalist Analysis of United States v. Skrmetti Balancing Constitutional Text and State Authority Introduction On June 18, 2025, the Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision in United States v. Skrmetti, upheld Tennessee’s Senate Bill 1 (SB1), which bans gender-affirming medical treatments, such as puberty blockers and hormones, for minors with gender dysphoria. The majority opinion, authored by Chief Justice John Roberts, applied rational basis review, finding the law constitutional under the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment by classifying based on age and medical purpose, not sex or transgender status. Concurring opinions by Justices Thomas, Barrett, and Alito, and…

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China’s Role in 2020’s Election Fraud

China’s Shadow and the Silenced Questions How Weakened Ballot Security and Stifled Debate Left the 2020 Election Vulnerable The 2020 U.S. presidential election unfolded under the shadow of a global pandemic widely believed to have originated in China. To protect public health, 47 states and the District of Columbia expanded mail-in voting, a move that boosted voter turnout to a historic 68% but introduced vulnerabilities that may have allowed foreign interference to influence close races. Recently declassified FBI documents allege that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) exploited these loosened election protocols by producing nearly 20,000 counterfeit U.S. driver’s licenses to facilitate…

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The Art of the Deal is Required Reading

Why Understanding Trump’s Tariff Policy Requires Reading The Art of the Deal To grasp the intricacies of President Donald Trump’s tariff policy in 2025, one must delve into The Art of the Deal, his 1987 book that outlines the principles driving his negotiation strategy. This book is not merely a memoir of real estate triumphs but a blueprint for his approach to high-stakes deal-making, emphasizing bold ambition, strategic leverage, and market awareness. These principles-thinking big, maximizing options, knowing your market, using leverage, being willing to walk away, getting the word out, fighting back, delivering results, and enjoying the process-are vividly reflected…

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The Iran Conundrum

The Iran Conundrum: A Tale of Three Presidents and a Regime on the Brink As the Middle East teeters on the edge of seismic change in June 2025, the escalating Israel-Iran conflict and the specter of a collapsing Iranian regime have thrust U.S. foreign policy into sharp focus. The actions of Presidents Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and Joe Biden toward Iran-spanning the Green Revolution, nuclear diplomacy, financial dealings, and the current crisis-reveal starkly different approaches to a regime that has defied easy solutions for decades. With Israel’s relentless strikes on Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure, President Trump’s bold moves at the…

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Willie Sutton Was Wise

Sanctuary Cities: That's Where the Illegals Are Reversing Biden-Harris Border Chaos, Reducing Crime, and Restoring Economic Justice for American Workers In June 2025, the United States grapples with the fallout of the Biden-Harris administration’s open-border policies, which triggered a massive influx of illegal immigration, straining public resources, depressing wages, and escalating crime. During a 2019 Democratic presidential debate, Joe Biden declared, “I would in fact make sure that there is, that we immediately surge to the border-all those people are seeking asylum,” a statement critics argue invited unchecked migration. The Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign, targeting blue sanctuary cities like Chicago…

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A Father’s Day Story

A Father’s Day Story The Old Soul of Gen X Fatherhood This Father’s Day, I sink into my recliner in our suburban living room, my well-worn coffee mug warm in my hands, steam rising as sunlight filters through the blinds. A Gen X father, raised by a single mom, I carry a time-worn spirit from elders-Granny, aunts, uncles, kin born when the 19th century faded, their lives weathered by wars and want. Over kitchen tables, with fresh-baked cinnamon rolls, they shared stories of grit and grace, giving me memories older than my 1970s corner house and cul-de-sac childhood. I write for…

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U.S. Army 250th Anniversary Tribute

🇺🇸 A Tribute to the United States Army on Its 250th Birthday June 14, 2025 On June 14, 2025, the United States Army celebrates its 250th anniversary, a milestone marking a quarter-millennium of service, sacrifice, and steadfast defense of the nation. Since its founding in 1775, the U.S. Army has stood as a cornerstone of American strength, embodying the values of Duty, Honor, Country, as immortalized by General Douglas MacArthur. This tribute honors the Army’s storied origins, enduring traditions, pivotal battles, and the timeless creed that guides its soldiers. 🇺🇸 Origins of the U.S. Army The U.S. Army was established on…

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Israel’s Enduring Fight

Israel’s Enduring Fight From Biblical Lions to Operation Rising Lion The story of Israel’s military history is a saga of survival, resilience, and defiance, stretching from the ancient battlefields of Canaan to the high-tech airstrikes of 2025. Rooted in biblical narratives of divine promise and lion-like strength, Israel’s military tradition has evolved through millennia, shaped by existential threats and a fierce commitment to protect the Jewish homeland.  "Operation Rising Lion," a preemptive assault on Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure, marked a pivotal chapter in this saga. Named after the biblical imagery of a lioness rising (Numbers 23:24), the operation confronted Iran’s…

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