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4,811 stories Updated Apr 16, 2026 Related desks: Elections National Security

The lead Apr 16, 2026 51

Jury Nullification is the Left’s Clear Option to Blow Up Justice

Let’s be crystal clear about what jury nullification is and what it has done in American history — because the left sure doesn’t want to talk about that part.

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Apr 16, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Daines Moves to Lock in First Lady’s Foster Care Reforms

Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., will introduce bipartisan legislation Thursday to codify key aspects of first lady Melania Trump’s “Fostering the Future” initiative.

Outside Contributor

Apr 16, 2026 34

Chicago Democrats Deny Scholarships to Students to Spite Trump

Chicago Public Schools leaders voted to oppose a federal school choice program, sparking debate over funding, unions, and whether politics is outweighing student needs.

Matt Lamb

Apr 16, 2026 68

Declassified Testimony Shows Dems’ First Impeachment of Trump Was Totally Bogus

Newly declassified documents shed light on the 2019 Trump impeachment inquiry, raising questions about the whistleblower complaint, investigative process, and political motivations.

Shane Harris

Apr 15, 2026 5

AMERICA 250: New Trump Semiquincentennial Website Features Patriotic AI-Powered Chatbot

The Trump administration has launched a new AI-powered website, 250.gov, offering tools to explore events, plan trips, and learn about America’s 250th anniversary.

Alan Jamison

Apr 15, 2026 9

Deregulation, Cheaper Mortgages and Manufactured Homes: How Trump Plans to Solve Housing Crisis

A new economic report outlines solutions to America’s housing shortage, focusing on deregulation, lower mortgage rates, and innovative construction methods to expand homeownership.

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