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1,375 stories Updated Jan 26, 2026 Related desks: Politics

The lead Jan 26, 2026 26

Is Your “Smart” Refrigerator a Digital Chinese Sleeper Cell?

Chinese technology embedded in cars, appliances, and smart devices may give Beijing the power to spy on, disrupt, or shut down American life from within.

Ben Solis

Jan 26, 2026 20

Be Calm, Respect ICE

As protests erupt in Maine and Minnesota, ICE enforces longstanding immigration laws to remove illegal aliens, many with criminal records.

Robert B. Charles

Jan 25, 2026 167

Put Down the Minneapolis Rebellion and Enforce the Law

Minneapolis faces escalating unrest as far-left activists, aided by Democrat leaders, clash with ICE and federal authorities. Can law and order prevail?

David P. Deavel

Jan 24, 2026 7

Is China Falling Behind in the Chip Wars?

Despite bold claims, China is falling behind the U.S. in the critical microchip arms race, with widening gaps in AI, space, and green tech.

Ben Solis

Jan 23, 2026 45

Axis of Anarchy: Minnesota Anti-ICE ‘Shutdown’ Backed by DSA, Communists, Unions, CCP-Tied Network

Far-left groups, labor unions, and Communist organizations are backing a major anti-ICE strike across Minnesota, aiming to shut down schools and businesses.

Outside Contributor

Jan 21, 2026 10

Why Trump’s Strikes in Nigeria Are So Important

U.S. missile strikes in Nigeria on Christmas targeted ISIS terrorists, marking a major step in U.S.-Nigeria cooperation to protect Christians and defeat jihadists.

Outside Contributor

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