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Caught on Camera: Michigan Councilman Busted in Ballot Box Stuffing Scandal

Keely Compson
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Caught on Camera: Michigan Councilman Busted in Ballot Box Stuffing Scandal

Key Takeaways

  • Ballot Box Scandal: Surveillance footage shows Hamtramck City Councilman Abu Musa passing stacks of ballots to a driver, who then dumped them into an election drop box just days before Musa’s re-election victory.
  • Absentee Ballot Surge: Of Musa’s 1,129 votes, only 286 were cast in person; 843 came from absentee ballots. Without those, he would have placed fifth instead of winning.
  • Fraud Investigations Ongoing: Musa is already linked to a broader election fraud probe in Hamtramck. He now faces scrutiny over both the ballot box footage and questions about his residency eligibility to hold office.

In Hamtramck, Michigan, the ugly reality of ballot abuse has once again reared its head. Surveillance footage shows City Council member Abu Musa handing off stacks of paper—appearing to be absentee ballots—to a driver, who then dumped them into a ballot drop box on August 1st. Just four days later, Musa secured his re-election with a heavy reliance on absentee ballots.

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The numbers tell the story. Musa won 1,129 votes in a crowded primary—but only 286 came from in-person Election Day voters. The other 843 came through absentee ballots, without which he would have finished a distant fifth. That math doesn’t just raise eyebrows; it raises red flags.

This comes on the heels of two other Hamtramck council members facing election fraud charges after investigators found bulk absentee ballots filled out with suspiciously similar handwriting. Musa himself was named in that probe but conveniently avoided charges. He’s also under scrutiny for whether he actually resides in Hamtramck—a requirement to even hold office.

State law does allow individuals to drop off ballots for close relatives or housemates, but Musa’s alleged ballot-handling goes far beyond those limits. “You can [turn in more than one ballot], but there’s a big caveat,” Oakland County Clerk Lisa Brown explained, emphasizing it must be family or cohabitants—not stacks from who-knows-where.

This case highlights exactly why election integrity remains a top priority for President Trump and conservatives across the country. Americans deserve fair elections where every legal vote counts—and only legal votes. When political insiders manipulate loopholes, the people lose faith in the system. And without trust, democracy doesn’t work.

Musa has denied wrongdoing, but the video evidence paints a troubling picture. As investigations continue, one thing is clear: Michigan voters—and all Americans—must demand accountability and transparency in the ballot box.

Sherrod Brown Bids Comeback — But Ohio’s Gone Trump Country

Keely Compson
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Sherrod Brown Bids Comeback — But Ohio’s Gone Trump Country

Key Takeaways

  • Ohio Is Trump Country: Ohio has shifted decisively Republican, backing Trump’s America First agenda, leaving Democrats like Sherrod Brown struggling to keep pace.
  • Brown Faces an Uphill Climb: Once popular statewide, Brown now faces Senator John Husted in a state where Democrats haven’t won much in decades.
  • Senate Control Still Out of Reach: Even with Brown in the race, Democrats need four net pickups to regain Senate control—an increasingly tall order with Ohio trending redder each cycle.

Sherrod Brown is dusting off his campaign boots. The 72-year-old Democrat announced Monday that he will once again run for the U.S. Senate seat he narrowly lost last year to Republican businessman Bernie Moreno. Brown says he was pulled back into politics by President Trump’s tariffs and health-care reforms—moves that have strengthened American industry and reduced government waste, but which Brown calls a reason to re-enter the ring.

“I didn’t plan to run for office again. But when I see what’s going on, I know I can do something about it for Ohio,” Brown declared in a campaign video.

Brown spent nearly two decades in the Senate, styling himself as a champion of blue-collar workers. But Ohio has changed. Once a battleground, the Buckeye State has shifted decisively red over the last decade, embracing Trump’s America First agenda and electing Republicans up and down the ballot.

Now, Brown is eyeing a rematch—this time likely against Senator John Husted, who was appointed to fill the seat left by J.D. Vance when he became Vice President. Husted, a former lieutenant governor with deep GOP ties, has the momentum of a state that increasingly rejects Democratic talking points about globalization and government-run solutions.

Analysts acknowledge Brown is no pushover. The Cook Political Report shifted the race from “likely Republican” to “lean Republican” after his announcement. Still, Democrats face an uphill climb: they need four net pickups to reclaim Senate control, and Ohio is hardly friendly terrain.

Brown may frame his comeback as a fight for workers, but Ohio voters have already signaled where their loyalties lie—with Trump’s vision of stronger borders, fairer trade, and a freer economy. Brown’s problem isn’t just age or baggage—it’s that his party’s policies no longer resonate in a state that’s thriving under a pro-growth, pro-America agenda.

So Much for ‘Independent’ Redistricting—Newsom Moves to Rig the Map

Keely Compson
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So Much for ‘Independent’ Redistricting—Newsom Moves to Rig the Map

Key Takeaways

  • Raw Power Play: Newsom and California Democrats are ditching their own independent redistricting commission to ram through a map that could flip five GOP seats.
  • Targeting Conservatives: Republicans like Kevin Kiley and Darrell Issa are being forced into bluer districts under the new proposal, drawing charges of “abject corruption.”
  • Hypocrisy on Display: Democrats rail against GOP redistricting in Texas, but Newsom is justifying his own scheme by saying California must “fight fire with fire.”

California Democrats are once again proving that when they can’t win fair, they’ll rewrite the rules. Gov. Gavin Newsom and his allies in Sacramento have unveiled a radical new congressional map that could hand Democrats up to five extra House seats—by bulldozing the state’s independent redistricting commission and sending the issue directly to voters in a November special election.

Newsom, never shy about flexing raw political muscle, framed the move as payback against Texas Republicans, who recently redrew their own districts. “We have the opportunity to de facto end the Trump presidency in less than 18 months. That’s what’s at stake,” he bragged earlier this month. Translation: Democrats know they can’t win on policy, so they’re changing the playing field.

The plan directly targets five GOP representatives, including Kevin Kiley and Darrell Issa, by forcing them into bluer districts. Kiley fired back, blasting the move as “abject corruption” and introducing a bill to ban mid-decade redistricting altogether.

Even “good government” Democrats are raising red flags. Jeanne Raya, a former member of California’s Citizens Redistricting Commission, warned that voters will lose transparency and accountability under Newsom’s scheme. Advocacy groups agree, arguing this blatant gerrymander undercuts the very independent process California voters created more than a decade ago.

Newsom insists his plan is “transparent” because voters get the final say, but the reality is clear: Democrats are trying to rig the map while hiding behind “emergency measures.” If approved, the new lines would last through 2030, cementing Democratic dominance in the nation’s largest state and potentially flipping control of Congress.

This isn’t good governance—it’s a power grab, plain and simple. California doesn’t need more political manipulation. It needs leaders who respect the rules, protect taxpayers, and stop treating democracy like a chess game stacked for one side.

No Half-Measures: Trump Aligns With Putin on Peace, Pressures Ukraine

Keely Compson
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No Half-Measures: Trump Aligns With Putin on Peace, Pressures Ukraine

Key Takeaways

  • Trump Chooses Peace Over Ceasefire: President Trump reversed his initial push for a ceasefire after meeting with Vladimir Putin, insisting only a full peace agreement will end the Russia-Ukraine war.
  • Zelenskyy Left on Defense: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, arriving in Washington with European allies, continues to push for a ceasefire—putting him on a collision course with Trump’s tougher, long-term vision.
  • U.S. Leverage Remains Strong: Trump’s direct talks with Putin underscore America’s unique role as a peace broker, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio reminded the world that a ceasefire is meaningless unless Russia agrees to stop firing.

President Donald Trump’s latest pivot on the Russia-Ukraine war signals a bold recalibration of American foreign policy—one that ditches temporary band-aids in favor of a real, lasting solution. Flying into Alaska for a high-stakes summit with Vladimir Putin, Trump initially told reporters he’d be “disappointed” if a ceasefire wasn’t reached, even warning of “severe consequences” if the violence continued.

But after meeting with Putin, Trump dropped the ceasefire push, doubling down on a full peace accord instead. On Truth Social, he wrote: “It was determined by all that the best way to end the horrific war between Russia and Ukraine is to go directly to a Peace Agreement, which would end the war, and not a mere Ceasefire Agreement, which often times do not hold up.”

That stance puts Trump in sync with Putin, but at odds with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy—who arrives in Washington Monday with a cadre of European leaders pressing for more Western support. Zelenskyy has long argued for a ceasefire first, but Trump has made it clear: half-measures won’t cut it.

This isn’t the first clash. Back in February, Trump bluntly told Zelenskyy: “You don’t have the cards right now.” The message was simple—negotiate before Ukraine is bled dry. Since then, Kyiv has bent toward Trump’s terms, even offering access to valuable minerals in exchange for continued U.S. support.

The summit also showed Trump’s leverage. His relationship with Putin remains pragmatic but firm, reinforcing America’s role as the indispensable broker of peace. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reminded skeptics that a ceasefire means nothing without Russia’s agreement: “The only way to have a ceasefire is for both sides to agree… and the Russians just haven’t agreed.”

While Zelenskyy courts Brussels and Berlin for backup, Trump is making it clear that his strategy isn’t about optics—it’s about results. Ceasefires collapse; peace agreements endure. And in Trump’s America, only real deals matter.

FAR No More: Trump Admin Overhauls Federal Buying Rules

Keely Compson
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FAR No More: Trump Admin Overhauls Federal Buying Rules

Key Takeaways

  • Historic Deregulation: The Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) cuts decades of bureaucratic red tape, eliminating one-third of non-essential contracting requirements.
  • Boost for Small Business: Streamlined rules open the door for small businesses and innovators who’ve long been sidelined by Washington’s outdated procurement maze.
  • Taxpayer Wins: By retiring obsolete rules and consolidating contracts, agencies can deliver faster, cheaper, and more accountable results—saving taxpayers money while improving government performance.

The Trump Administration is once again cutting through Washington’s bureaucratic cobwebs—this time taking aim at the outdated Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). On Monday, the White House Office of Management and Budget’s Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) announced the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO), a sweeping modernization effort that promises the most significant reform of federal buying rules in over 40 years.

At its core, this reform is about one thing: restoring common sense to government purchasing. Agencies will now be able to strip out nearly a third of contract requirements that were never mandated by law or executive order—dead weight that has long slowed down procurement, discouraged competition, and wasted taxpayer money.

“The old rules were built for paperwork; the new rules are built for performance,” said Dr. Kevin Rhodes, senior advisor to OMB Director Russell Vought. “With each deviation, we’re clearing out red tape and making space for better value, timely delivery, and more robust competition.”

The overhaul is particularly good news for small businesses and entrepreneurs who have traditionally been boxed out of federal contracting. By slashing duplicative approvals, retiring archaic FAR sections, and introducing tools like the FAR Companion Guide and Practitioner’s Albums, the administration is making it far easier for innovators to bring their solutions to government markets.

Just as importantly, the plan consolidates policies into one streamlined structure, creates government-wide “Best in Class” contracts for efficiency, and reduces outdated burdens like paper-based pricing lists. The result? Agencies can deliver services faster, cheaper, and with accountability—while giving the private sector a fair shot at competing.

For decades, federal procurement has been a poster child for inefficiency. With this move, President Trump’s team is proving once again that conservative principles of deregulation, fiscal discipline, and unleashing the power of private enterprise work—not just on Main Street, but in the federal marketplace too.

The message is clear: America doesn’t need more red tape. It needs results. And thanks to this reform, taxpayers might finally get what they’ve been paying for.

POTUS Takes Aim at Ballot Harvesting, Voting Machine Waste

Keely Compson
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POTUS Takes Aim at Ballot Harvesting, Voting Machine Waste

Key Takeaways

  • Election Integrity First: Trump announced plans to eliminate mail-in ballots and voting machines ahead of the 2026 midterms, arguing that paper ballots ensure accuracy and transparency.
  • Fiscally Responsible Reform: The president slammed expensive voting machines, highlighting that watermarked paper ballots are both cheaper and more reliable — saving taxpayers money.
  • Democrats on Defense: Trump accused Democrats of relying on “the Mail-In SCAM” to stay competitive, pledging to fight to restore honesty and integrity to America’s elections.

President Donald J. Trump is once again proving that election integrity isn’t negotiable. On Monday, Trump announced plans to sign an executive order to eliminate mail-in ballots and phase out what he called “Highly Inaccurate, Very Expensive, and Seriously Controversial” voting machines ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump reminded Americans why other nations ditched mail-in voting: “because of the MASSIVE VOTER FRAUD ENCOUNTERED.” He doubled down on his call for secure, paper ballots, declaring, “ELECTIONS CAN NEVER BE HONEST WITH MAIL IN BALLOTS/VOTING, and everybody, IN PARTICULAR THE DEMOCRATS, KNOWS THIS.”

The president also highlighted the bloated cost of electronic systems, which he says waste taxpayer dollars. Watermarked paper ballots, Trump argued, are “Ten Times more accurate and leave NO DOUBT” about the outcome. That’s fiscal responsibility and common sense rolled into one.

Naturally, Democrats are crying foul. They depend on loose voting rules to pad turnout in ways that undermine transparency. Nearly one-third of 2024 ballots were cast by mail — a system Trump flatly calls a “Mail-In SCAM.”

Critics claim Trump lacks authority to change state election rules, but he dismissed that argument head-on: “The States are merely an ‘agent’ for the Federal Government in counting and tabulating the votes.”

Trump’s message is clear: no more chaos, no more costly machines, no more ballot harvesting. Just honest, transparent elections — the bedrock of a free republic.

From Tent City to Capital City – Trump Restores D.C.

Keely Compson
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From Tent City to Capital City – Trump Restores D.C.

Key Takeaways:

  • Law and Order Restored: Trump’s Safe and Beautiful order has already cleared 75 homeless encampments and scrubbed 80 graffiti sites, proving real results in just months.
  • Pro-Citizen, Pro-Taxpayer Leadership: Unlike Democrats’ endless posturing, Trump’s directive prioritizes families, businesses, and taxpayers who deserve safe, clean streets.
  • America’s Capital Reclaimed: The message is clear: Washington, D.C. is being returned to its rightful owners — law-abiding citizens — not chaos, disorder, or criminality.

Washington, D.C. is finally getting the cleanup it has desperately needed — and it’s thanks to President Donald J. Trump. Since the signing of his Safe and Beautiful executive order in March, 75 homeless encampments have been cleared across the capital and 80 graffiti sites scrubbed clean from Capitol Hill parks, according to The New York Post.

Interior deputy press secretary Aubrie Spady made it plain: “President Trump signed the order to Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful in March, and our dedicated U.S. Park Police have been working around the clock since to enforce this directive, clean up our streets, and ensure our nation’s capital is safe.”

This is what leadership looks like. While Democrats wring their hands and play Twitter politics, Trump is restoring dignity to the nation’s capital — protecting families, businesses, and America’s image worldwide.

Taxpayers deserve clean, safe streets, not sidewalks overrun by tents, needles, and graffiti. By enforcing law and order and empowering local authorities, Trump is showing what a pro-business, pro-citizen approach can accomplish.

The message is clear: America’s capital belongs to its citizens — not to chaos. Under Trump, Washington is on track to be both safe and beautiful again.

Promises Kept: Trump’s Overhaul Puts Social Security Back on Track

Keely Compson
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Promises Kept: Trump’s Overhaul Puts Social Security Back on Track

Key Takeaways

  • No Tax on Social Security: Thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill, most seniors no longer pay taxes on their Social Security benefits, fulfilling one of Trump’s top campaign promises.
  • Faster, Smarter Service: Call wait times have dropped from 30 minutes to six, 70% more calls are being handled, and field offices are fully staffed for the first time in years.
  • Billions Saved, Backlogs Down: Disability claims backlog reduced by 26%, $17 billion paid early to beneficiaries, and over $1 billion in cost savings identified this year alone.

President Donald J. Trump promised America’s seniors he would protect and strengthen Social Security — and, true to form, he’s delivering results that Washington’s career politicians only talk about.

As the program marks its 90th anniversary, the Trump Administration has overhauled the Social Security Administration with bold, common-sense reforms. One of the biggest wins? The “No Tax on Social Security” pledge is now reality, thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill. For the vast majority of retirees, those monthly checks are finally tax-free.

Under Trump’s leadership, Social Security’s customer service has been transformed. The agency is now handling 70% more calls than last year, slashing average hold times from a painful 30 minutes to just six. Ninety percent of calls are resolved through automation or callbacks, freeing staff to handle more complex cases. Field office wait times have dropped by nearly a quarter, and every location is fully staffed — with employees back in the office five days a week.

Technology upgrades have eliminated the old 29-hour weekly downtime for online accounts, giving Americans 24/7 access. A modern transcription system is replacing outdated hardware, saving millions annually, while new phone systems are in place at 92% of field offices.

The results speak for themselves: a 26% cut in the disability claims backlog, faster hearings, and $17 billion in early benefit payments. The agency has already identified $1 billion in savings this year and is rolling out a payroll information exchange projected to save billions more.

Promises made, promises kept — and seniors are winning.

Vance Rallies U.S. and U.K. Forces: “You Make Peace Possible”

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Vance Rallies U.S. and U.K. Forces: “You Make Peace Possible”

Key Takeaways

  • Peace Requires Strength: Vance told U.S. and U.K. troops that America’s unmatched military power is what allows Trump to negotiate peace deals from a position of strength, not weakness.
  • Troops Provide Leverage: According to Vance, world leaders know any deal with Trump is backed by “the finest fighting force anywhere in the world,” giving the U.S. a decisive advantage at the bargaining table.
  • High-Stakes Putin Meeting: Vance’s remarks come just days before Trump heads to Alaska for direct talks with Vladimir Putin, aiming to end Russia’s three-year invasion of Ukraine.

Vice President J.D. Vance made it clear this week that America’s military strength is the backbone of President Donald Trump’s push for global peace — and he delivered that message straight to the men and women in uniform.

Speaking to U.S. and U.K. troops at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, Vance credited their service with giving Trump the leverage he needs ahead of high-stakes talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The goal? Ending Russia’s three-year invasion of Ukraine.

“It is impossible to bring peace anywhere unless the bad guys are also worried that we’ve got a helluva fine Air Force and a helluva fine military to back up the peace,” Vance told the crowd. “What you guys do… is you make it possible for us to accomplish the president’s goals through negotiations.”

Vance drove home the point that military power isn’t just about winning wars — it’s about preventing them. “You guys are the reason we have leverage in these conversations… because they know if we cut a deal, it’s backed up by the finest fighting force anywhere in the world,” he said.

With Trump’s America-First foreign policy, peace is pursued from a position of undeniable strength, not appeasement. “The peace and the prosperity and the safety of your countrymen depend on you,” Vance told the troops, underscoring that their service directly shapes the nation’s security and economic future.

Trump and Putin will meet in Anchorage on Friday, and thanks to America’s unmatched military, the president will be negotiating from a place of strength — not weakness.

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