[Tuesday, September 23] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

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By Dr. Headline, HeadlineSquare September 23, 2025

Executive Summary

• A federal jury convicted Ryan Routh in the 2024 assassination attempt on President Trump, after which Routh attempted self-harm in court.
• At the UN, Trump assailed globalism and “open borders,” warning leaders their “countries are going to hell.” He also signed an executive order designating Antifa a terrorist group.
• Government shutdown fears grow as Trump cancels funding talks over “ridiculous demands.”
• Sinclair and Nexstar are preempting “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” in a growing boycott over the Charlie Kirk controversy.
• Following congressional pressure, Google will reinstate politically banned YouTube creators.
• An FDA review is underway after Trump linked Tylenol to autism.

1. National Security and Legal Affairs

1.1. Ryan Routh Convicted in 2024 Trump Assassination Attempt

A federal jury has found Ryan Routh guilty of attempting to assassinate President Trump during a 2024 campaign event at a Florida golf course [1, 2]. Routh, who represented himself during the trial, was convicted on all charges and faces a potential life sentence [2, 3]. Immediately following the delivery of the guilty verdict, chaotic scenes erupted in the courtroom as Routh reportedly attempted to stab himself in the neck with a pen [4, 5].

References:
[1] BREAKING: Ryan Routh is found guilty of attempting to assassinate Trump during the 2024 presidential campaign. | NBC News (@NBCNews) on X, https://x.com/NBCNews/status/1970557756768755994
[2] Ryan Routh convicted of 2024 attempted assassination of President Trump, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/ryan-routh-found-guilty-all-charges-trump-assassination-attempt-trial
[3] Man who represented himself is found guilty of trying to assassinate Trump at Florida golf course, https://apnews.com/article/trump-shooting-attempt-d49985a690e678a9ccbf3610c102704d
[4] Attempted Trump Assassin Tries To Stab Himself In Neck After Guilty Verdict, https://www.dailywire.com/news/attempted-trump-assassin-tries-to-stab-himself-in-neck-after-guilty-verdict
[5] Shocking scenes as Trump’s would-be assassin stabs himself in the neck with a PEN as guilty verdict is read, https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15126839/ryan-routh-guilty-charges-trump-assassination-attempt.html

1.2. Executive Action on Domestic Threats and Counter-Terrorism

President Trump has signed an executive order officially designating the group “Antifa” as a domestic terrorist organization [1, 2]. This action coincides with a major security operation in New York City. The U.S. Secret Service announced it successfully dismantled an “imminent telecommunications threat” in the tristate area [3]. Further reports specified the threat was located near the UN General Assembly and had the potential to “cripple NYC cell service” [4, 5]. One headline from The Times added a layer of intrigue, asking, “Sabotage at the U.N. ?” [6].

In a separate, unrelated matter, a report alleges an abortion activist had expressed a desire “to Kill Multiple Supreme Court Justices to Keep Roe” [7].

References:
[1] Trump Signs Executive Order Designating Antifa a Domestic Terrorist Organization, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/09/22/trump-signs-executive-order-designating-antifa-domestic-terrorist-organization/
[2] Trump Officially Declares Antifa Terrorists by Executive Order, https://legalinsurrection.com/2025/09/trump-officially-declares-antifa-terrorists-by-executive-order/
[3] U.S. Secret Service dismantles imminent telecommunications threat in New York tristate area, https://www.secretservice.gov/newsroom/releases/2025/09/us-secret-service-dismantles-imminent-telecommunications-threat-new-york
[4] Secret Service foils plot to cripple NYC cell network, threaten UN General Assembly, https://nypost.com/2025/09/23/us-news/secret-service-foils-plot-to-disrupt-nyc-cell-network-threaten-un-general-assembly/
[5] UN Telecom Threat to Cripple NYC Cell Service Dismantled, https://www.newsmax.com/us/unga-threat-telecom/2025/09/23/id/1227473/
[6] Sabotage at the U.N. ?, https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/united-nations-un-sabotage-trump-teleprompter-escalator-lbxzh8bfq
[7] Abortion Activist Wanted to Kill Multiple Supreme Court Justices to Keep Roe, https://www.lifenews.com/2025/09/22/abortion-activist-wanted-to-kill-multiple-supreme-court-justices-to-keep-roe-v-wade/

1.3. Supreme Court Affirms Presidential Authority Over Ftc

The Supreme Court handed the executive branch a significant legal victory, ruling that President Trump has the authority to fire a commissioner of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) [1]. The ruling is being characterized in one report as a “SCOTUS Win” for the President in his effort to remove the member [2].

References:
[1] Supreme Court allows Trump to fire FTC commissioner - SCOTUSblog, https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/09/supreme-court-allows-trump-to-fire-ftc-commissioner/
[2] Trump Scores SCOTUS Win In Bid To Fire FTC Member, https://thefederalist.com/2025/09/22/trump-scores-scotus-win-in-bid-to-fire-federal-trade-commission-member/

2. Executive and Legislative Branch

2.1. Government Shutdown Looms as Funding Negotiations Collapse

The risk of a federal government shutdown has significantly increased as high-stakes funding negotiations have broken down. President Trump abruptly canceled a scheduled meeting with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries [1]. Multiple reports indicate the President cited “ridiculous demands” and “unserious and ridiculous demands” from the Democratic leadership as the reason for scrapping the talks [1, 2]. The specific points of contention have not been detailed, but the public collapse of talks signals a major impasse as the funding deadline approaches.

References:
[1] Trump cancels meeting with Schumer, Jeffries over ‘ridiculous demands’ as funding deadline looms, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/schumer-jeffries-meet-trump-white-house-shutdown-deadline-looms
[2] Trump scraps government shutdown talks with Jeffries, Schumer over ‘unserious and ridiculous demands’, https://nypost.com/2025/09/23/us-news/trump-scraps-govt-shutdown-talks-with-jeffries-schumer-over-unserious-and-ridiculous-demands/?utm_campaign=iphone_nyp&utm_source=pasteboard_app

2.2. Presidential Public Health Directive Links Tylenol to Autism

President Trump has made a major public health announcement, drawing a direct link between the risk of autism in children and the use of acetaminophen during pregnancy, a drug described as “widely used” [1]. Citing the risk, the President issued a direct warning to expectant mothers regarding Tylenol, stating, “Don’t take it!” [2]. Following the President’s remarks, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., confirmed that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will initiate the process to change the drug’s safety label to reflect this concern [2, 3]. While the administration is moving forward, some scientists are reportedly urging public caution regarding the definitive link asserted by the President [1].

References:
[1] Trump Ties Autism Risk to Acetaminophen; Scientists Urge Caution, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/trump-pregnancy-robert-f-kennedy-jr/2025/09/22/id/1227424/
[2] Trump announces FDA will change Tylenol safety label, urges pregnant mothers to prevent autism risk in children: ‘Don’t take it!’, https://nypost.com/2025/09/22/us-news/trump-announces-fda-will-change-tylenol-safety-label-urges-pregnant-mothers-to-prevent-autism-risk-in-children/
[3] FDA to Initiate Process for Safety Label Change on Acetaminophen: RFK Jr., https://www.newsmax.com/politics/tylenol-austism-rfk/2025/09/22/id/1227420/

2.3. Partisan Political Developments

Tensions are evident in partisan political commentary. Former Vice President Kamala Harris is reported to have called President Trump a “tyrant” and compared him to a “communist dictator” [1]. Following these remarks, she also reportedly endorsed Zohran Mamdani, described in one report as a socialist [2]. A separate article accuses Harris of falsely claiming that the 2024 election was the “closest of the 21st century” [3]. In a separate development, one headline claims a “‘Charlie Kirk effect’” is in “full force,” leading to voters registering with the Republican party “in large numbers” following the conservative commentator’s death [4].

References:
[1] Is she drunk? Kamala Harris calls President Trump a ’tyrant,’ compares him to a communist dictator, https://www.foxnews.com/video/6379957938112
[2] Kamala Harris Compares Trump to a Communist Dictator, Then Endorses Zohran Mamdani, https://legalinsurrection.com/2025/09/kamala-harris-compares-trump-to-a-communist-dictator-then-endorses-zohran-mamdani/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kamala-harris-compares-trump-to-a-communist-dictator-then-endorses-zohran-mamdani
[3] Kamala Harris Shamelessly Lies, Claiming 2024 Was The ‘Closest Election Of The 21st Century’, https://dailycallernewsfoundation.org/2025/09/23/kamala-harris-shamelessly-lies-claiming-2024-was-the-closest-election-of-the-21st-century/
[4] ‘Charlie Kirk effect’ in full force as voters register Republican in large numbers, https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/elections/charlie-kirk-effect-full-force-voters-register-republican-large-numbers

3. Foreign Affairs and International Relations

3.1. Trump Delivers Confrontational Anti-Globalism Speech at U.N.

In a “historic speech” at the UN General Assembly, President Trump laid out a vision to “tout US as defender of Western civilization” and decry the “failures” of globalism [1, 2]. The speech included a “blistering attack” on the organization’s leaders for their inability to broker ceasefires and peace [3, 4]. He issued a stark warning to world leaders, stating, “‘Your countries are going to hell’ because of ‘open borders’” [5]. The President specifically targeted Europe, claiming it has “been invaded by a force of illegal aliens like the world has never seen” and is failing to act because its leaders “choose to be politically correct” [6].

References:
[1] Trump to tout US as defender of Western civilization and decry failures of globalism in historic speech at UN General Assembly, https://nypost.com/2025/09/23/us-news/trump-to-tout-us-as-defender-of-western-civilization-and-decry-failures-of-globalism-in-historic-speech-at-un-general-assembly/
[2] Trump to give ’tough talk’ on globalism ‘failures,’ while highlighting ‘return of American strength’ at UNGA, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-give-tough-talk-globalism-failures-while-highlighting-return-american-strength-unga
[3] Trump issues blistering attack on UN leaders to their faces, warns ‘Your countries are going to hell’ because of ‘open borders’, https://nypost.com/2025/09/23/us-news/trump-live-updates-news-sept-23-24/
[4] Trump Rips U.N. at General Assembly for Failing to Broker Ceasefires, Peace Agreements, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/09/23/trump-rips-u-n-at-general-assembly-for-failing-to-broker-ceasefires-peace-agreements/
[5] ‘Your countries are going to hell’ because of ‘open borders,’ Trump warns UN leaders, https://x.com/PressSec/status/1970514280798654824?t=3AETV1DX6P0mHdgngIXC6w&s=19
[6] President Trump: “Europe is in serious trouble. They’ve been invaded by a force of illegal aliens like the world has never seen… and because they choose to be politically correct, they are doing nothing about it.”, https://x.com/america/status/1970501452817916215?t=5Vya4t4Dagz1XynqvejG0A&s=19

3.2. Administration Hardens Stance on European Security and Russia

President Trump has signaled a significant escalation in policy regarding the conflict in Eastern Europe. In a new public statement, he explicitly called on NATO “to shoot down Russian jets violating airspace” of member countries [1]. In a separate, optimistic assessment, the President stated that “Ukraine is in a a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back in its original form” [2].

References:
[1] Trump calls on NATO to shoot down Russian jets violating airspace, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-says-nato-countries-should-shoot-down-russian-jets-violate-airspace
[2] Trump says “Ukraine is in a a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back in its original form”, https://x.com/Mika_Miolko/status/1970570074743312795/photo/1

3.3. Other International Developments

The administration is publicly opposing moves by the United Kingdom and other European nations to recognize a Palestinian state, with President Trump denouncing the action as a “‘reward’ for Hamas” [1]. Op-eds from figures like Mike Pompeo argue, “There Is No Palestinian State to Recognize” [2]. In a separate development, Russia has reportedly banned its exports of gasoline and diesel, a move with potential global energy implications [3]. On a diplomatic note, French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly called President Trump for assistance after being forced to walk through New York City to avoid UN-related traffic [4].

References:
[1] Trump denounces European recognition of Palestinian state as ‘reward’ for Hamas, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-denounces-european-recognition-palestinian-state-reward-hamas
[2] Mike Pompeo: There Is No Palestinian State to Recognize —, https://www.thefp.com/p/mike-pompeo-there-is-no-palestinian-state-to-recognize-united-nations
[3] EVERYTHING IS FINE, Just Russia Banning Gas and Diesel Exports, https://pjmedia.com/vodkapundit/2025/09/23/everything-is-fine-just-russia-banning-gas-and-diesel-exports-n4944017
[4] France’s Emmanuel Macron calls Trump for help as he’s forced to walk through NYC to avoid UN traffic, https://nypost.com/2025/09/23/us-news/frances-macron-calls-trump-for-help-as-forced-to-walk-through-nyc-to-avoid-un-traffic/

4. Media, Technology, and Free Speech

4.1. The ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Boycott and Charlie Kirk Fallout

A major media conflict is escalating as broadcast groups Nexstar and Sinclair have announced they will preempt and refuse to air ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” [1, 2]. The boycott is in response to the host’s controversial comments regarding the late conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. Sources say Kimmel will not apologize for the remarks upon his return [3]. Sinclair explicitly stated it will be “preempting Jimmy Kimmel Live! across our ABC affiliate stations and replacing it with news programming” [4], a move that reportedly followed threats made against its local affiliates [5]. The controversy has taken on a political dimension, with a “California Senator Threaten[ing] Sinclair with Severe Consequences” for their decision [6], while Turning Point USA is urging all other ABC affiliates to join the boycott [7]. Some reports are framing the situation within a broader context, with one headline stating ABC backtracked on an initial suspension of Kimmel “days after a radical suspect” shot up an affiliate station [8].

References:
[1] Nexstar refuses to air Jimmy Kimmel’s return to ABC over Charlie Kirk controversy, https://nypost.com/2025/09/23/media/nexstar-refuses-to-air-jimmy-kimmels-return-to-abc-over-charlie-kirk-controversy/
[2] Nexstar joins Sinclair in preempting ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’, https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/nexstar-joins-sinclair-preempting-jimmy-143600320.html
[3] Jimmy Kimmel set for return to ABC after backlash — but won’t apologize for Charlie Kirk comments: sources, https://nypost.com/2025/09/22/business/jimmy-kimmel-set-to-return-to-abc-on-tuesday-after-being-yanked-off-air-over-charlie-kirk-comments/
[4] “Sinclair will be preempting Jimmy Kimmel Live! across our ABC affiliate stations and replacing it with news programming”, https://x.com/WeAreSinclair/status/1970266039532306593
[5] Charlie Kirk tribute scrapped by Sinclair after local TV giant got threats against its ABC stations, https://nypost.com/2025/09/22/media/charlie-kirk-tribute-scrapped-by-sinclair-after-local-tv-giant-got-threats-against-its-abc-stations-source/
[6] California Senator Threatens Sinclair with Severe Consequences for Boycotting Late-Night Show—Left’s Hypocritical Free Speech Stance Exposed with Kimmel Comeback, https://www.rightjournalism.com/california-senator-threatens-sinclair-with-severe-consequences-for-boycotting-late-night-show-lefts-hypocritical-free-speech-stance-exposed-with-kimmel-comeback/
[7] Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point USA urges ABC affiliates not to carry ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ when it returns to air, https://nypost.com/2025/09/22/us-news/charlie-kirks-turning-point-usa-urges-abc-affiliates-not-to-carry-jimmy-kimmy-live/
[8] ABC backtracks on Kimmel suspension days after a radical suspect shoots up an affiliate station, https://www.theblaze.com/news/abc-backtracks-on-kimmel-suspension-days-after-a-radical-suspect-shoots-up-an-affiliate-station

4.2. Google Pledges Free Speech Shift on Youtube After Congressional Pressure

In a major development for online speech, Google has committed to reversing its policies on political content moderation. The House Judiciary Committee released a statement headlined “Google admits censorship under Biden,” announcing the company will “end bans on YouTube accounts” [1]. Representative Jim Jordan stated that, due to congressional “oversight efforts,” Google will offer to reinstate “ALL creators” previously removed for “political speech violations” [2]. This is being reported as Google “admitting” to political censorship and promising a new free speech-oriented approach [3].

In a related concern over information integrity, a report claims that Al Jazeera, described as a “Hamas-Tied Qatar’s News Outlet,” is a top source for AI news summaries from OpenAI and Google on topics concerning Israel and Gaza [4].

References:
[1] Google admits censorship under Biden, https://judiciary.house.gov/media/press-releases/google-admits-censorship-under-biden-promises-end-bans-youtube-accounts
[2] Rep. Jim Jordan: Due to our oversight efforts, GOOGLE commits to offer ALL creators previously kicked off YouTube due to political speech violations to return to the platform., https://x.com/Jim_Jordan/status/1970474487809265878
[3] Google Admits Political Censorship on YouTube, Promises to Embrace Free Speech, https://www.breitbart.com/tech/2025/09/23/google-admits-political-censorship-on-youtube-promises-to-embrace-free-speech/
[4] ‘Reliable’ Al Jazeera Is Top Source for OpenAI and Google-Powered AI News Summaries on Israel and Gaza: Hamas-Tied Qatar’s News Outlet Dominates AI Search Results, https://freebeacon.com/israel/reliable-al-jazeera-is-top-source-for-openai-and-google-powered-ai-news-summaries-on-israel-and-gaza-hamas-tied-qatars-news-outlet-dominates-ai-search-results/

5. Other Domestic Controversies and Developments

5.1. Allegations and Controversies Surrounding Public Figures

Several distinct controversies involving public figures are in the news. A report has surfaced with highly sensitive allegations that Elon Musk’s father sexually abused his children, including a stepdaughter with whom he also has a child [1]. In a separate matter, a former spokesperson for First Lady Jill Biden has alleged that a “‘cult’ of ‘mean girls’” ruled the White House during the previous administration, creating a “Biden Bubble” that was “full of bullies” [2].

On the topic of legal matters and public safety, an attorney for Daniel Penny is quoted calling “progressive policies ‘homicidal’,” arguing that a recent train murder in Charlotte could have been prevented [3]. Additionally, a police officer described as being associated with Antifa was reportedly fired over the content of what were called “insane social media posts” [4].

References:
[1] Elon Musk’s dad accused of sexually abusing his children — including stepdaughter he shares son with: report, https://nypost.com/2025/09/23/business/elon-musks-dad-accused-of-sexually-abusing-his-children-report/
[2] Jill Biden’s ex-spokesman reveals ‘cult’ of ‘mean girls’ ruled WH: ‘Biden Bubble was full of bullies’, https://nypost.com/2025/09/22/us-news/michael-larosa-reveals-biden-bubble-was-full-of-bullies
[3] Daniel Penny attorney calls progressive policies ‘homicidal,’ says Charlotte train murder was preventable, https://www.foxnews.com/us/daniel-penny-attorney-calls-progressive-policies-homicidal-says-charlotte-train-murder-preventable
[4] Antifa Cop Fired Over Insane Social Media Posts, https://dailycaller.com/2025/09/22/antifa-cop-fired-over-insane-social-media-posts/

5.2. State and Local Issues

At the state level, a bill in California that would reportedly implement “UK style social media laws” is now “one signature away” from passage, though details of its contents are not specified [1]. In education, the Los Angeles School District is set to ban all fifth-grade plays about U.S. history after deeming them “culturally insensitive” [2]. In a separate legal matter, attorney Harmeet Dhillon is reported to have argued against an Illinois gun ban in a “rare court appearance” [3].

References:
[1] California is one signature away from implementing UK style social media laws., https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB771/id/3245345
[2] L.A. School District to Ban Fifth-Grade Plays About U.S. History: ‘Culturally Insensitive’, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/09/22/la-lausd-ban-fifth-grade-plays-about-u-s-history-culturally-insensitive/
[3] Harmeet Dhillon argues against Illinois gun ban in rare court appearance, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/justice/3819978/harmeet-dhillon-argues-against-illinois-gun-ban-rare-court-appearance/

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