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Winter scene of the Capitol Building covered in snow
World NewsAugust 19, 2025

Senate pledges economic support for Russia-Ukraine deal as govt funding talks stall

By Thérèse Boudreaux

Thune’s offer to provide “economic leverage” comes as Congress nears the Sept. 30 government funding deadline without a clear bipartisan strategy in place.

Crime scene tape seen in front of the SCOTUS building
US NewsAugust 19, 2025

President Trump Demands Probe as Evidence Mounts of Manipulated DC Crime Stats

By Tommy Flynn

Official MPD data shows a 30% violent crime drop since 2023, but critics argue misclassification masks reality, affecting resource allocation and public trust.

European Leaders pose for a "family photo" with President Trump in the White House
World NewsAugust 18, 2025

President Trump Advances Ukraine Peace: Trilateral Talks on Horizon After White House Summit

By Tommy Flynn

Looking ahead, the process appears poised for rapid advancement. The bilateral Zelensky-Putin meeting could occur soon, potentially in a neutral location like Turkey or the Middle East, paving the way for the trilateral.

Former Trump AG Bill Barr arrives at Capitol Hill to testify in Epstein probe.
US NewsAugust 18, 2025

Oversight Chair Comer: Barr Testifies Nothing "that would implicate President Trump" in Epstein Probe, DOJ to Release Files Soon

By Tommy Flynn

The deposition kicks off a broader probe, with subpoenas issued August 5 to figures like Bill and Hillary Clinton, James Comey, Robert Mueller, and others tied to Epstein's case.

Rearward view of the House of Representatives chamber in the Texas Capitol, Austin, Texas
PoliticsAugust 18, 2025

Texas Democrats Return, Paving Way for GOP Redistricting Victory

By Tommy Flynn

The lawmakers fled to Illinois on August 4 to block the special session called by Governor Greg Abbott at President Trump's urging, denying the House a quorum needed for business.

Refugees walking through a destroyed city
World NewsAugust 18, 2025

Israel Eyes Gaza Civilian Relocation to South Sudan Amid Hamas Eradication Push

By RWTNews Staff

The plan ties into Israel's military strategy, with reports indicating a Gaza City siege planned for October 7, 2025, requiring civilian evacuations to minimize casualties while targeting Hamas.

Overhead view of a residential neighborhood
EconomyAugust 18, 2025

Everyday Economics: Housing market and Fed policy in focus in the week ahead

By Orphe Divounguy

The story remains stubbornly consistent: despite homes becoming slightly more affordable, sales are stuck in neutral.

U.S. Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon tours a Baton Rouge, Louisiana school
August 18, 2025

Reversing Biden’s precedent, students complete FAFSA in minutes at beta-testing event

By Tate Miller

The department told The Center Square that families completed the FAFSA form at the testing event in a matter of minutes, whereas last year under the Biden administration it took up to three days to finish.

Crash seen with First responders working
US NewsAugust 18, 2025

Illegal Immigrant Involved in Fatal Accident was Issued CDL by California. Newsome Tries to Blame Trump

By Tommy Flynn

Harjinder Singh, 32, entered the U.S. illegally from Mexico in 2018 and obtained a California CDL before the August 14 incident.

Palestinians receive food aid in March, 2025
World NewsAugust 18, 2025

Israel Counters False Starvation Claims: Gaza Woman Died of Leukemia Amid Ongoing Propaganda Efforts

By RWTNews Staff

"This young woman suffered from leukemia, not starvation," COGAT stated. Foreign Ministry spokesman Oren Marmorstein labeled the coverage "Hamas propaganda."

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton
PoliticsAugust 17, 2025

Judge expands restraining order against 'Beto' O’Rourke, adds ActBlue

By Bethany Blankley

The order was issued on Saturday after Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a motion with the court on Friday requesting it to expand an initial order issued last week.

Sen. Eric Schmitt on Fox News Sunday
US NewsAugust 17, 2025

Schmitt Slams Ukraine Peace Critics: Decades of Foreign Policy Failures Exposed

By RWTNews Staff

"These Wilsonian adventurers who think America can be everywhere all at once have been wrong about everything,"