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Minnesota Fraud Scandal Exposes the Real Crisis Facing the West
The Minnesota Somali fraud scandal somehow manages to get worse and worse as the legacy media mostly ignore the issue and Democrats shrug. At the heart of this scandal lies the larger crisis facing the West. On Friday, independent journalist Nick Shirley released a 42-minute YouTube documentary detailing his efforts to undercover what exactly is…Jarrett Stepman -
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Judge Hands Media Major Win in Charlie Kirk Murder Trial
DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—Utah Fourth District Court Judge Tony Graf ordered on Monday that audio and transcripts of a closed hearing surrounding Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin, Tyler Robinson, can be released with redactions. In a virtual hearing, Graf ruled that the transcript of a hearing that took place in October can be issued with some…Nicole Silverio -
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Experts Talk Top Midterm Election Issues
Public affairs experts are weighing in to highlight the top issues that will impact the 2026 midterm elections. “Prices are going to be the top issues that voters care about. But beyond that, voters also care about safety, security, those will be top on the ballot as well,” Matt Terrill, the managing partner of Firehouse…Jacob Adams -
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‘Just Snapped’: Jan. 6 Pipe Bomb Suspect Brian Cole Jr.’s Confession Revealed in Court Docs
DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—Federal prosecutors told a judge that the man suspected of planting pipe bombs near the Republican National Committee and Democratic National Committee headquarters in January 2021 confessed to the crime in an affidavit filed Sunday. The Department of Justice announced Dec. 4 the arrest of Brian Cole Jr. on charges of transporting an explosive…Harold Hutchison -
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Somali Scammers Allegedly Stole Almost as Much in Minnesota as Entire Somalia GDP
DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—The amount of fraudulent billing in Minnesota’s Medicaid programs could be as high as $9 billion, Assistant United States Attorney Joe Thompson said Dec. 18. FBI Director Kash Patel announced the agency was already sending additional resources in an X post Sunday, saying the deployment occurred before a 42-minute video of independent journalist Nick Shirley visiting various day…Harold Hutchison -
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Republicans’ 2025 Rollercoaster Comes to an End. Or Is It Just Beginning?
Halfway through the 119th Congress, it’s time to take a look at Republican leadership’s report card. With razor-thin majorities in both Houses, Republicans have succeeded in extending President Donald Trump’s tax cuts and defunding public broadcasting and foreign aid. But there are storm clouds on the horizon. Democrats are looking to take back the lower…George Caldwell -
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12 Shows Dominated Cable News in 2025—Here’s Who Led the Pack
As the year draws to a close, Fox News Channel once again dominated its cable news competition—and challenged broadcast networks for ratings supremacy. Leading the way, Fox News’ popular 5 p.m. show, “The Five,” claimed the top spot for the fourth consecutive year. “The Five” averaged 4.1 million viewers in 2025. This year marked the…Virginia Grace McKinnon -
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If Change Is Inevitable in Venezuela, Will Cuba and Nicaragua Soon Follow?
For millions of Venezuelans, Cubans, and Nicaraguans living in South Florida, the question is no longer whether change will come to their homelands, but when—and at what cost. As United States pressure intensifies on Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, the potential collapse of one regime could reshape the future of all three. The U.S. military buildup in…Teo Babun -
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5 Chaotic Gubernatorial Races to Watch in the New Year
DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—While the 2026 midterm elections have garnered widespread media attention for the fierce battle to control both houses of Congress, voters in three dozen states will also head to the polls to elect governors. Of the 36 governor’s mansions up for grabs in the midterms, half are controlled by Democrats and half…Anthony Iafrate -
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What Unfinished Business Congress Will Face in January
DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—After its Christmas break concludes, Congress is set to return in January with a host of unfinished business that could shape the political terrain of 2026. A short-term funding bill that ended the historic government shutdown in November expires on Jan. 30. Legislators have yet to implement healthcare reform following a new public focus on affordability in…Caden Olson -
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10 Major Incidents of Left-Wing Violence and Threats in 2025
This past year, the Left crossed a Rubicon in normalizing political violence. The year opened with many on the Left praising a man who allegedly murdered a health care CEO, and it ended with Virginia Democrats overwhelmingly voting for a man who fantasized about shooting his political opponent and wished death on his opponent’s children….Tyler O’Neil -
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The Common Faith of Elise Stefanik and Erika Kirk
Rep. Elise Stefanik, Republican candidate running to unseat New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, announced she is pulling out of the race and will not seek reelection for her congressional seat, in which she is now serving her sixth term. It’s been a rough couple years for Stefanik. After President Donald Trump’s reelection, she was…Star Parker -
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How Illegal Immigration and Government Failure Fuel Identity Theft
More than a million Americans may unwittingly hold second jobs—because that work is being performed by an illegal alien using their stolen social security number. News of the identity theft can come as a rude shock to citizens like the Minnesota factory worker who had crushing tax bills because of a thrice-deported illegal immigrant in Missouri who…James Varney -
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‘GROW OUR FAMILY’: Karoline Leavitt Makes Major Announcement
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that she is expecting a baby girl to be born in May. “My husband and I are thrilled to grow our family and can’t wait to watch our son become a big brother,” she wrote on Instagram. “My heart is overflowing with gratitude to God for the blessing…Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell -
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The Subtle Threat of Democrats’ Sophisticated Crudity
Editor’s note: This is a lightly edited transcript of today’s video from Daily Signal Senior Contributor Victor Davis Hanson. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see more of his videos. Hello, this is Victor Davis Hanson for The Daily Signal. It’s been a lot of attention to President Donald Trump’s rallies and his interactions with reporters,…Victor Davis Hanson -
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JD Vance Gets America’s Creed and Heritage Right
With America’s 250th birthday as an independent nation coming up in 2026, the big debate on the Right this season about what it means to be an American couldn’t be more timely. Vice President JD Vance and Vivek Ramaswamy—the 2024 presidential aspirant who hopes to be elected Ohio governor next year—have both weighed in. The…Daniel McCarthy -
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US Strikes Islamic State Militants in Nigeria
REUTERS—The United States carried out a strike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria at the request of Nigeria’s government, President Donald Trump and the U.S. military said on Thursday, claiming the group had been targeting Christians in the region. “Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and…Trevor Hunnicutt -
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How Mary and Joseph Can Strengthen Marriages
The time leading up to the celebration of Christmas Day is often chaotic. Families are frantically finishing up their final shopping and gift wrapping. Traffic increases and patience seems to run thin as we rapidly approach the celebration of the birth of God in time. However, it also teaches us a tremendous amount about the power of marriage. In the words, witness, and experience of Mary…Thomas Griffin -
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The Humble Arrival: Reflecting on the Incarnation’s Gentle Grace
Think of all the grand gestures in this world. The motorcades, parades, and celebrations that occur when a president or prince visits a nation. The very foundation of the red carpet is glamour and awe. Modern rallies often welcome their distinguished guests to the stage with music blasting and sparks flying. Hardly ever do important…Sarah Holliday -
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America Must Continue to Heed the Lessons of the Battle of the Bulge
As America soon celebrates its 250th anniversary, it would be wise to look back to understand what allowed a small collection of colonies on the edge of the world to rise to the great power it became. This year marks the 81st anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, which began on Dec. 16, 1944,…Jarrett Stepman