In the complex and often contradictory world of international politics, few scenarios highlight hypocrisy more starkly than Russia's stance on the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. President Vladimir Putin's insistence that peace negotiations cannot proceed while Ukraine controls any part of Russia's Kursk region, juxtaposed with Russia's occupation of Ukrainian territory, epitomizes a glaring double standard.…
Trump, Columbia, and the Fine Line Between Security and Free Speech
President Trump’s administration recently made a bold move, cutting $400 million in federal grants to Columbia University over what it described as antisemitic harassment on campus. At the same time, U.S. immigration agents arrested Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian graduate student involved in pro-Palestinian protests, as part of a broader crackdown on anti-Israel activists. These actions…
Trump’s Ukraine Gambit: Siding with the Bully, Abandoning the Victim
In a move that has left Ukraine scrambling and Putin smirking, President Trump has ordered a "pause" on all U.S. military aid to Ukraine. This decision, made after a tense meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is yet another signal that Trump is more interested in forcing Ukraine to capitulate than in standing up to…
U.S.-Russia Peace Talks in Saudi Arabia: Pursuing Peace
The upcoming U.S.-Russia peace talks in Saudi Arabia mark a dramatic shift in America’s approach to the war in Ukraine. For the first time since Moscow’s full-scale invasion nearly three years ago, senior American and Russian officials will sit down for direct negotiations on ending the conflict. Yet, Ukraine has not been invited, and many…
Trump, Courts, and the Real Separation of Powers Debate
The latest media frenzy over President Trump’s stance on court rulings is nothing more than the left’s predictable hysteria over his presidency. This time, the mainstream press is in full meltdown mode over Trump’s comments affirming that while he will abide by the courts, he will also appeal decisions that block his agenda. In a…
The ICC vs. U.S. Sovereignty: A Christian Conservative Perspective on Global Justice, Hypocrisy, and Israel
President Trump has responded decisively to the ICC’s overreach, imposing sanctions on its officials after they issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes in Gaza. Unfazed, the ICC has doubled down, insisting on its authority while receiving unwavering support from European nations, the UN,…
Elon Musk, DOGE, and the Battle for Government Accountability
So, Elon Musk—one of the world’s richest men and the guy responsible for electric cars, reusable rockets, and free speech on X (formerly Twitter)—has been handed access to the federal government’s financial systems. Not only that, but he’s leading a task force called the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—because, of course, he couldn’t resist naming…
Trump’s Tariff Gambit: Strength, Strategy, or Showmanship?
President Trump’s decision to suspend tariffs on Mexico and Canada in exchange for commitments on border security and crime enforcement is a classic example of his America First approach to leadership. Unlike the typical career politicians in Washington—who have spent decades making trade deals that benefit everyone except American workers—Trump has never been afraid to…
Trump’s Tariffs: A Bold Move for America or the Start of a Costly Trade War?
On February 1, 2025, President Trump announced significant new tariffs: a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% tariff on imports from China. The administration justifies these tariffs as necessary to curb illegal immigration, combat the influx of fentanyl, and strengthen domestic industries. This decision has sent shockwaves through international markets,…
DeepSeek, AI, and the Future of Innovation: A Christian Conservative Perspective on the Battle for Truth, Technology, and Freedom
The recent news about DeepSeek—China’s latest AI development—has stunned markets, tech experts, and political analysts alike. The company claims to have built an AI model comparable to America’s best for just $5.6 million—a number that, frankly, sounds too good to be true. Meanwhile, American companies like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic have spent billions training their…
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