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New Numbers, New Faces: Trump to Appoint Fed Governor and Jobs Chief

Keely Compson
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New Numbers, New Faces: Trump to Appoint Fed Governor and Jobs Chief

Key Takeaways:

  • Trump to Announce Key Economic Appointments: President Trump said he will soon appoint a new Federal Reserve governor and a new Bureau of Labor Statistics chief—two critical roles shaping U.S. economic policy.
  • Transparency Over Tradition: The moves follow Trump’s firing of BLS chief Erika McEntarfer after major job data revisions, signaling his push for honest, reliable economic reporting.
  • Institutions Are Not Above Accountability: While critics claim Trump is politicizing traditionally “independent” agencies, the administration argues that demanding accuracy and reform isn’t political—it’s leadership.

President Donald Trump is doubling down on his America First economic strategy, announcing Sunday that he’ll soon name a new Federal Reserve governor and a new Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) chief. The two appointments are expected to play key roles in shaping the next phase of his pro-growth, pro-jobs agenda.

Speaking to reporters on his return from Bedminster, Trump brushed aside hand-wringing over his recent firing of BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer. Critics claim the move “politicized” the data after major downward revisions revealed inflated jobs numbers just before the 2024 election. But Trump isn’t apologizing for demanding accountability.

“When the Fed misses the mark or when job data looks more like campaign spin than economic reality, leadership has to change,” a senior administration official said.

Trump’s critics are clutching pearls over his “attacks” on the Fed and labor statistics agencies—but in Trump’s America, no institution is above scrutiny, especially when livelihoods are on the line. Free markets require honest numbers, not politically convenient ones.

The message is clear: under Trump, economic stewardship doesn’t mean rubber-stamping bad data. It means fixing what’s broken—and replacing who’s broken it. Expect appointments that favor transparency, growth, and, yes, a little disruption.

RFK Jr. Cleans House, Bans Controversial Vaccine Ingredient

Keely Compson
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RFK Jr. Cleans House, Bans Controversial Vaccine Ingredient

It’s official: U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has banned thimerosal—a mercury-based preservative—from all vaccines distributed in the United States. While the pharmaceutical establishment is having a meltdown, freedom-minded Americans are applauding the move as long overdue.

“After more than two decades of delay, this action fulfills a long-overdue promise to protect our most vulnerable populations from unnecessary mercury exposure,” Kennedy said in a statement. That’s not fearmongering—it’s common sense.

Thimerosal, a compound based on ethylmercury, has been used in vaccines since the 1930s to prevent contamination in multi-dose vials. While it’s long been defended as “safe” by the CDC, FDA, and WHO – parents, physicians, and researchers have raised red flags for years—particularly regarding its use in flu shots and potential neurological risks.

Kennedy didn’t just recommend change—he made it. After cleaning house at the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), RFK Jr. installed experts not owned by Big Pharma. The new panel voted 5-1 to eliminate thimerosal, with even vaccine makers Sanofi and CSL Seqirus confirming they can meet demand with preservative-free options.

Critics call it “controversial.” We call it leadership.

In a post-COVID world, Americans are demanding transparency, accountability, and medical freedom—not blind obedience to the same institutions that pushed rushed mandates and experimental shots. Kennedy and Trump are reshaping public health—and putting power back where it belongs: with the people.

Fast Fashion Just Got Slower: Trump Ends De Minimis Loophole

Keely Compson
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Fast Fashion Just Got Slower: Trump Ends De Minimis Loophole

Key Takeaways:

  • Trump Ends $800 Duty-Free Loophole: An executive order signed by President Trump will end the de minimis exemption for imports under $800, effective August 29. Low-value goods entering the U.S. will now face full customs duties.
  • Shein and Temu in the Crosshairs: Chinese fast-fashion retailers Shein and Temu—responsible for over 30% of daily de minimis shipments—will be hit hardest, potentially raising prices for U.S. consumers.
  • U.S. Reclaims Economic Ground: The loophole allowed Chinese e-commerce to bypass tariffs and undercut American businesses. Trump’s move levels the playing field and sends a clear message: America’s market is not for manipulation.

President Trump just slammed the door on a decades-old trade loophole that let foreign companies ship cheap goods into the U.S. duty-free—hurting American manufacturers and rewarding bad actors like China. On July 30, Trump signed an executive order ending the de minimis exemption for low-value goods. Starting August 29, packages under $800 will no longer skate through U.S. customs without paying “all applicable duties,” the White House confirmed.

This change hits companies like Shein and Temu hardest—two Chinese e-commerce giants flooding American doorsteps with ultra-cheap clothing, furniture, and more. According to Reuters, over 30% of all de minimis shipments come from just those two companies.

For years, China exploited a 1930s-era trade rule designed for small, occasional imports—not for mass-volume operations built to dodge U.S. tariffs. From 2018 to 2023, Chinese low-value shipments ballooned from $5.3 billion to $66 billion.

Sen. Jim Banks (R-IN) applauded the move: “For too long, countries like China have flooded our markets with duty-free, cheap imports.”

Yes, prices may rise—but that’s the cost of economic sovereignty. America shouldn’t be subsidizing Beijing’s supply chain while our own manufacturers get buried. Trump’s move sends a loud message: the U.S. market is open for business—not for exploitation.

Big Revisions, Bigger Problems: Hassett Calls Out BLS Job Reporting

Keely Compson
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Big Revisions, Bigger Problems: Hassett Calls Out BLS Job Reporting

Key Takeaways:

  • National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett backed Trump’s decision to fire the BLS Commissioner over major job data revisions, calling them the largest in 50 years.
  • Hassett raised concerns about “partisan patterns” in the timing of revisions, particularly those that flattered Biden’s record before being quietly corrected.
  • Despite economic growth and strong GDP numbers, Hassett argued the BLS data has become too unreliable to trust, and a leadership change is needed to restore credibility.

The numbers don’t lie—unless they do. That’s the concern National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett raised on Fox News Sunday as he defended President Trump’s firing of Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Commissioner Erika McEntarfer. The reason? A disturbing trend of politically convenient “mistakes” in the nation’s job data.

Citing a record-breaking revision that quietly slashed 818,000 jobs from Biden-era reports, Hassett called it “the biggest data revision in 50 years.” He added, “There was another massive revision… almost a million jobs down… but we didn’t get the downward revision until after Joe Biden had dropped out.”

Hassett didn’t mince words about the BLS’s black-box methods: “The data have become very unreliable… we need a fresh set of eyes at the BLS.” Despite McEntarfer’s bipartisan confirmation, Trump claimed she “faked the Jobs Numbers before the Election to try and boost Kamala’s chances of Victory.”

The numbers keep getting worse: July’s jobs report fell short, and May and June were revised down by a combined 258,000 jobs. Yet GDP grew at a strong 3.0% in Q2—proof, Hassett argued, that Trump’s economic fundamentals remain strong.

Bottom line: when job data starts looking more like campaign strategy than economic reality, it’s time to clean house.

No More Participation Trophies—Trump Brings Back Physical Fitness Tests

Keely Compson
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No More Participation Trophies—Trump Brings Back Physical Fitness Tests

Key Takeaways:

  • President Trump signed an executive order bringing back the Presidential Fitness Test, ending a decade-long hiatus.
  • The program will reward physical excellence in schools, replacing the softer Obama-era alternative with performance-driven standards.
  • Led by RFK Jr. and backed by pro athletes, the initiative aims to combat childhood obesity and restore America’s culture of strength and discipline.

After more than a decade on the bench, the Presidential Fitness Test is making a comeback—and this time, it means business. President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday restoring the iconic program, originally launched in 1956, to promote physical fitness, discipline, and pride among America’s youth.

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will lead the initiative, sounding the alarm on skyrocketing childhood obesity rates and the need to reintroduce “that spirit of competition and that commitment to nutrition and physical fitness.”

“President Trump wants every young American to have the opportunity to emphasize healthy, active lifestyles—creating a culture of strength and excellence for years to come,” said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.

The new version, run by the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition, will feature updated standards but bring back the challenge: push-ups, sit-ups, sprints, and pull-ups. High-achieving students will once again earn the coveted Presidential Physical Fitness Award.

While the Obama-era version ditched competition for feel-good metrics, Trump’s approach celebrates performance, rewards effort, and honors tradition. Pro athletes including Bryson DeChambeau and Harrison Butker are backing the effort.

Bottom line? This is about building a generation that’s strong, not soft. America wins when we raise champions—not victims.

Speaker Johnson Visits Western Wall, Reaffirms U.S.–Israel Bond

Keely Compson
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Speaker Johnson Visits Western Wall, Reaffirms U.S.–Israel Bond

Key Takeaways:

  • Speaker Mike Johnson visited the Western Wall in Jerusalem during Tisha B’Av, a day of mourning for the destruction of the Jewish Temple.
  • Johnson stated, “Our prayer is that America will always stand with Israel and for the preservation and peace of Jerusalem.”
  • His remarks underscore a strong U.S.–Israel alliance rooted in shared values, religious freedom, and national security.

House Speaker Mike Johnson isn’t just talking about supporting our allies—he’s showing it. While visiting the Western Wall in Jerusalem, one of the holiest sites in Judaism, Johnson reaffirmed America’s commitment to Israel in both word and action.

“We are grateful for the privilege of being here in Israel today, on the day we recognize the destruction of the Temple twice in history,” Johnson said, referencing Tisha B’Av, a solemn day of mourning for Jews worldwide.

Standing at the Wailing Wall, Johnson offered a pointed reminder of where America should stand. “It is a moving time for us to be at the Wailing Wall. Our prayer is that America will always stand with Israel and for the preservation and peace of Jerusalem.”

In a time when global alliances are tested and many in Washington play politics with foreign policy, Johnson’s visit sends a clear message: Israel is not just a strategic ally—it’s a moral one. And for leaders who believe in religious freedom, national sovereignty, and peace through strength, standing with Israel isn’t optional. It’s essential.

In an increasingly unstable world, American exceptionalism means backing our friends—and doing it without apology.

VIDEO: Deputy Collapses After Fentanyl Exposure During Search

Keely Compson
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VIDEO: Deputy Collapses After Fentanyl Exposure During Search

A South Carolina sheriff’s deputy is blessed to be alive after collapsing during a routine search that turned into a near-deadly encounter with fentanyl. Bodycam footage from Berkeley County shows the chaos unfold as a female deputy suddenly falls to the ground while searching a suspect. The cause? Accidental exposure to what’s believed to be fentanyl—one of the deadliest synthetic drugs flooding our streets.

“A female deputy then searched the woman’s person and the report states the deputy found a clear plastic bag that contained an unknown substance in one side of the driver’s bra and a folded-up dollar bill that also contained an unknown substance,” WCSC reported.

WATCH:

Acting fast, her partner sprinted to the cruiser, grabbed Narcan, and administered the life-saving drug. Thanks to that quick response, the deputy was taken to the hospital and later released.

This incident isn’t just alarming—it’s infuriating. While Washington drags its feet on securing the border and cracking down on fentanyl trafficking, brave law enforcement officers are left facing life-threatening danger just for doing their jobs. It’s time for serious policy, not soft talk. America’s front-line heroes deserve better.

Hunter Becomes the Hunted: Jack Smith Under Federal Probe

Keely Compson
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Hunter Becomes the Hunted: Jack Smith Under Federal Probe

Key Takeaways:

  • The Office of Special Counsel has launched an investigation into former Special Counsel Jack Smith for potential violations of the Hatch Act.
  • Smith led politically charged cases against Donald Trump, which were dropped after Trump’s reelection.
  • Senator Tom Cotton accused Smith of pushing for a rushed trial to influence the 2024 election and demanded immediate accountability.

The tables are turning in Washington, and this time, it’s the investigator under the microscope. The Office of Special Counsel (OSC) has officially launched an investigation into former Special Counsel Jack Smith for allegedly violating the Hatch Act—federal law that bars political activity by government officials.

Smith, who was appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022, led two high-profile investigations against then-former President Trump: one over classified documents, and another regarding the 2020 election. Trump denied all wrongdoing, pleaded not guilty, and went on to win reelection in 2024. The charges? Quietly dropped after Trump returned to the Oval Office. How convenient.

Smith resigned just days before Inauguration Day, but not before pushing for a “rushed trial” of Trump, according to Sen. Tom Cotton. “They were the actions of a political actor masquerading as a public official,” Cotton said. “That’s why I’ve asked this unprecedented interference in the 2024 election be immediately investigated by OSC.”

Limited government only works when its agents are held to account. Let the sunlight in.

Stimulus Payments Without Federal Debt? These Four States Lead the Charge

Keely Compson
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Stimulus Payments Without Federal Debt? These Four States Lead the Charge

Key Takeaways:

  • New York, California, Colorado, and Alaska are issuing stimulus checks funded by surpluses and resource revenues—not federal borrowing.
  • These payments reflect responsible state budgeting, with no added debt or dependency.
  • The approach underscores limited government in action: respect taxpayers, return overcollections, and keep spending in check.

While the federal government racks up trillions in debt, several states are quietly rolling out stimulus checks to citizens. Is it too good to be true?

According to reports, New York, California, Colorado, and Alaska have launched state-level stimulus or rebate programs in 2025, aiming to refund taxpayers amid high inflation and budget surpluses.

New York launched its first-ever Inflation Refund in mid‑2025. Single filers earning up to $150K receive $300, joint filers earning up to $300K receive $500. Over 8 million checks started mailing in April and continued through May.

California has resumed direct stimulus—eligible households may get a one-time payment of up to $725, depending on income, residency, recent tax filing, and whether previously received aid. Payments go out via direct deposit or paper check.

Colorado is refunding a fiscal surplus under its TABOR rules: single taxpayers may receive up to $800, married couples up to $1,600, provided they filed 2023 state taxes correctly and meet residency and legal status requirements.

Alaska continues its annual Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) program: residents are receiving roughly $1,702 per person, starting mid-July and extending into August, with eligibility tied to continuous Alaska residency and clean legal status.

Here’s the kicker: these programs aren’t “free money.” They’re refunds from overcollection or revenue-sharing—proving that when states operate with restraint, the people reap the rewards.

This is what fiscal responsibility looks like. No printing money, no pork-barrel spending—just limited government giving back what it over-collected. As inflation continues to bite and D.C. keeps overspending, maybe the feds should take a page out of these states’ playbooks. Freedom, after all, starts with financial transparency—and a little respect for the taxpayer.

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