[Saturday, September 27] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

2025-09-27 2821 words 14 minutes

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By Dr. Headline, HeadlineSquare September 27, 2025

Executive Summary

Domestic Unrest: President Trump orders troop deployment to Portland to protect ICE facilities, authorizing “full force” against what he terms “domestic terrorism.”
Justice Department: Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted, fueling speculation of further prosecutions. Separately, the FBI reportedly fired agents who knelt during 2020 protests.
Supreme Court: The Court allows the Trump administration to withhold $4 billion in foreign aid and is asked by the President to uphold restrictions on birthright citizenship.
Foreign Affairs: The U.S. revokes the visa of Colombia’s President. New intelligence suggests Russia is aiding China’s Taiwan invasion plans.
Immigration: ICE arrests the Des Moines Schools Superintendent, an undocumented immigrant, on weapons charges.

1. Justice System & Legal Affairs

1.1 High-Profile Investigations & Indictments

The Justice Department has secured an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, a significant legal development that is now fueling intense speculation across Washington about which other former officials may be targeted next [1]. Underscoring the administration’s position on these high-stakes prosecutions, Attorney General Pam Bondi issued a concise but potent public statement affirming, “No one is above the law” [2]. The indictment appears to have been met with strong approval in conservative circles, with commentators such as Scott Jennings reportedly articulating a view that mirrors widespread support for holding past officials accountable. According to these reports, the sentiment is one of overdue justice for actions taken during the previous administration [3].

References: [1] Comey Indictment Fuels Speculation on Who’s Next, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/comey-indictment-speculation/2025/09/26/id/1228065/
[2] Pam Bondi. “No one is above the law”, https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1971830998779547749?s=46
[3] Scott Jennings Summed Up How Every Conservative Feels About the James Comey Indictment, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2025/09/27/scott-jennings-summed-up-how-every-conservative-feels-about-the-james-comey-indictment-n2664065

1.2 Supreme Court & Judicial Philosophy

The Supreme Court is contending with monumental questions of executive authority and constitutional law. In a major move, President Trump has formally petitioned the Court to review and uphold new restrictions he seeks to impose on the principle of birthright citizenship [1]. This petition follows a notable decision where the Court, in a 6-3 ruling, handed the administration a significant victory by allowing the executive branch to halt and withhold $4 billion in congressionally approved foreign spending [2, 3]. This ruling effectively greenlights the administration’s power to impound funds in this manner. Separately, a statement from Justice Clarence Thomas is attracting considerable analysis, in which he suggests that established legal precedents are not sacrosanct and should be re-evaluated, remarking they are not “’the gospel’” [4].

References: [1] Trump asks Supreme Court to uphold restrictions he wants to impose on birthright citizenship, https://apnews.com/article/trump-supreme-court-birthright-citizenship-6d282d34b7aa1e992390499504ad5c7d
[2] 6-3 Supreme Court Ruling Backs Trump, Halts Billions in Foreign Spending, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/scott-mcclallen/2025/09/26/supreme-court-backs-trump-in-4-billion-foreign-aid-freeze-6-3-n2664058
[3] Supreme Court Lets Trump Admin Hold Back $4 Billion In Foreign Aid, https://dailycaller.com/2025/09/26/supreme-court-lets-trump-admin-hold-back-4-billion-in-foreign-aid/
[4] Justice Clarence Thomas says legal precedents are not ’the gospel’ - Everett Post, https://www.everettpost.com/politics/justice-clarence-thomas-says-legal-precedents-are-not-the-gospel/

1.3 Federal Law Enforcement Operations & Personnel

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is the subject of multiple reports detailing disruptive internal personnel changes and generating controversy over its past operations. According to sources cited by the Associated Press, the Bureau has terminated agents who were photographed kneeling during a 2020 racial justice protest [1]. In a separate high-profile departure, former NFL star Charles ‘Peanut’ Tillman has reportedly resigned from the FBI after seven years of service, citing his role in unspecified immigration matters as the reason for his departure [2]. Concurrently, President Trump has publicly reacted with rage to what one outlet calls a “bombshell report,” which alleges the FBI had 274 plainclothes agents present within the crowd during the January 6th Capitol riot [3].

References: [1] FBI fires agents photographed kneeling during 2020 racial justice protest, AP sources say, https://apnews.com/article/fbi-george-floyd-kash-patel-8d18a1e6a5a36636cc2415fc492b3f52
[2] Former NFL star Charles ‘Peanut’ Tillman quits FBI job after 7 years over immigration role, https://nypost.com/2025/09/27/sports/former-nfl-star-charles-peanut-tillman-quits-fbi-job-after-7-years-over-immigration-role/
[3] Trump rages at bombshell report alleging FBI had 274 plainclothes agents in crowd during Capitol riot, https://nypost.com/2025/09/27/us-news/trump-rages-at-bombshell-report-alleging-fbi-had-274-plainclothes-agents-in-crowd-during-capitol-riot/

1.4 State & Local Prosecutorial Actions

At the state level, prosecutorial discretion is a point of significant conflict. Florida’s Attorney General has reportedly threatened a state attorney, a Ms. Worrell, demanding that her office prosecute a suspect in a masturbation case that it had previously declined to pursue [1]. In New York, the office of the prosecutor identified as “Manhattan DA Bragg” has admitted to “botching” its case against a woman recorded sucker-punching a pro-life activist. As a result of the office’s error, the woman will not be prosecuted for the assault [2].

References: [1] Florida AG threatens Worrell, demands she prosecute suspect in masturbation case - Worrell’s office previously declined to prosecute the suspect, https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/09/26/florida-ag-threatens-worrell-demands-she-prosecute-suspect-in-masturbation-case/
[2] NYC woman who sucker-punched pro-life activist won’t be prosecuted as Manhattan DA Bragg’s office admits botching case, https://nypost.com/2025/09/26/us-news/manhattan-da-quietly-drops-case-against-nyc-woman-who-sucker-punched-pro-life-activist/

2. Domestic Security & Immigration

2.1 Domestic Unrest & Federal Response

The federal government is undertaking a significant escalation in its response to civil unrest in Portland, Oregon. President Trump has ordered a deployment of troops to the city, which he publicly described as “war ravaged” [1]. The explicit mission is to protect federal ICE facilities from ongoing anti-ICE protests and to combat what the President has labeled “domestic terrorism” [2, 3]. The President has authorized the use of “full force,” a directive that signals a potentially heavy-handed federal role in managing the local situation [1]. This order has provoked a sharp counter-reaction, with some left-wing activist groups reportedly offering legal help and other forms of support to U.S. service members who do not wish to follow their deployment orders [4]. A “direct action” protest has been publicly planned for September 28 at the Portland ICE facility, suggesting a high potential for confrontation between protesters and the newly deployed troops [5].

References: [1] Trump orders troop deployment to ‘war ravaged’ Portland to protect ICE facilities: ‘Authorizing full force’, https://nypost.com/2025/09/27/us-news/trump-orders-troop-deployment-to-war-ravaged-portland-to-protect-ice-facilities-authorizing-full-force/
[2] Trump: Troops to Portland, Oregon to Fight Domestic Terrorism, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/trump-portland-domestic/2025/09/27/id/1228110/
[3] Portland anti ICE protests prompt Trump to announce troop deployment, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-vows-full-force-portland-ice-protests-continue
[4] Left-Wing Activists Offer Help To Troops Who Don’t Want To Follow Trump’s Orders, https://dailycaller.com/2025/09/26/left-wing-activists-offer-help-to-troops-who-dont-want-to-follow-trumps-orders/
[5] A direct action has been planned for Sept. 28 at the Portland ICE facility, https://x.com/MrAndyNgo/status/1971991194835030443?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1971991194835030443%7Ctwgr%5E0ffb5edfbe48a7d5024589b462349f5e793aef1f%7Ctwcon%5Es1_

2.2 Immigration Enforcement & Policy

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has conducted at least two high-profile arrests that are generating significant national media coverage. In a major development with local and national implications, ICE arrested Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Andre Roberts. The agency’s official statement identifies him as a “criminal alien” from Guyana who had prior weapons charges and was in possession of a loaded handgun at the time of the arrest [1]. A more detailed report claims Roberts had overstayed a student visa, was already under a deportation order issued in 2024, and was also found with a knife and cash in addition to the firearm from a prior 2020 weapons charge [2]. In a separate operation focused on national security threats, ICE has detained an individual named Marwan Marouf, who is alleged to have “many documented terrorism connections” [3].

References: [1] ICE arrests criminal alien serving as Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent; prior weapons charges and in possession of loaded handgun at time of arrest | ICE, https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/ice-arrests-criminal-alien-serving-as-des-moines-public-schools-superintendent-prior
[2] Des Moines Schools Superintendent Ian Andre Roberts Arrested by ICE: Illegal Immigrant from Guyana Overstayed Student Visa, Faced Deportation Order in 2024, and Found with Loaded Gun, Cash, and Knife After Prior 2020 Weapons Charge, https://nypost.com/2025/09/26/us-news/des-moines-public-schools-superintendent-ian-roberts-detained-by-ice-iowa-school-board-confirms/
[3] ICE Detains Marwan Marouf, Who Has Many Documented Terrorism Connections, https://redstate.com/john-doe/2025/09/27/ice-detains-marwan-marouf-documented-terrorism-connections-n2194443

3. Foreign Affairs & National Security

3.1 Bilateral Relations & Diplomatic Actions

The Trump administration has taken direct and severe diplomatic action against a foreign head of state. Reports confirm the U.S. has revoked the visa for the President of Colombia [1]. This punitive measure was enacted after the Colombian leader allegedly made public statements encouraging American soldiers to disobey lawful orders from President Trump. This call to action was framed by at least one conservative outlet as a call for “mutiny,” with the visa revocation seen as a direct and swift consequence of interfering in U.S. internal military affairs [2].

References: [1] US Revokes Visa for Colombia’s President After He Urges American Soldiers to Disobey Trump, https://www.newsmax.com/world/globaltalk/gustavo-petro-colombia-visa-trump-disobey-orders/2025/09/27/id/1228101/
[2] FAFO. Colombia’s President Has Visa Revoked After Calling on US Troops to Mutiny, https://redstate.com/streiff/2025/09/27/fafo-colombias-president-has-visa-revoked-after-calling-on-us-troops-to-mutiny-n2194453

3.2 International Security & Strategic Alliances

Intelligence claims point to deepening strategic threats from global adversaries. A report from the Daily Mail alleges that Russia is now actively assisting China in its military preparations for a potential invasion of Taiwan [1]. This suggests a growing coordination between two primary U.S. rivals. In a broader strategic warning, influential political analyst Niall Ferguson has stated that, based on his observations of the “future of war,” Europe is not adequately prepared for an impending conflict, raising concerns about the stability of the Western alliance and its readiness to face emerging threats [2].

References: [1] Russia ‘is helping China prepare for Taiwan invasion’, https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15137115/Russia-helping-China-prepare-Taiwan-invasion.html
[2] Niall Ferguson: I’ve Seen the Future of War. Europe Isn’t Ready For It., https://www.thefp.com/p/niall-ferguson-ive-seen-the-future

3.3 War in Ukraine

There are significant developments regarding military aid and political futures in Ukraine. In a major development, President Volodymyr Zelensky has publicly confirmed that Ukraine has received Patriot anti-missile defense systems from Israel, a notable shift in the country’s defense capabilities and a new element in Middle Eastern geopolitics [1]. On the political front, President Zelensky has also stated he is “ready to step aside” from his leadership role after the war with Russia concludes, opening questions about Ukraine’s post-war political landscape [2]. From a U.S. foreign policy perspective, commentary suggests that President Trump’s recent “pivot on Ukraine” now requires more substantive action and financial commitment from European allies to maintain support for the war effort [3].

References: [1] Volodymyr Zelensky: Ukraine received Patriot systems from Israel, https://www.jpost.com/international/internationalrussia-ukraine-war/article-868735
[2] Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky says he’s ‘ready’ to step aside after Russia war ends, https://nypost.com/2025/09/25/world-news/ukraine-president-volodymyr-zelensky-says-hes-ready-to-step-aside-after-russia-war-ends/
[3] More Than Words: Trump’s Pivot on Ukraine Requires Action from Europe, https://freebeacon.com/columns/more-than-words-trumps-pivot-on-ukraine-requires-action-from-europe/

3.4 United Nations & International Diplomacy

At the United Nations, a diplomatic initiative by Russia and China regarding Iran has been defeated. The two nations put forward a joint resolution intended to extend sanctions relief for Iran, but the measure was formally rejected by the international body [1]. This event occurs as commentators and policy analysts continue to question the role and ongoing relevance of the United Nations, particularly within the context of a second Trump administration that has historically been skeptical of multilateral institutions [2].

References: [1] United Nations rejects China-Russia resolution to extend Iran sanctions relief, https://www.foxnews.com/world/un-security-council-rejects-china-russia-resolution-extend-iran-nuclear-sanctions-relief-before-deadline
[2] Is There Any Role for the United Nations in Trump 2.0?, https://amgreatness.com/2025/09/26/is-there-any-role-for-the-united-nations-in-trump-2-0/

4. Executive Branch & Domestic Policy

4.1 Budget & Economic Policy

With a potential government shutdown looming, high-level discussions over a Continuing Resolution (CR) are taking shape. Vice President JD Vance has publicly stated that while his preference is for spending cuts, he is framing the act of keeping federal spending at its current levels as a “compromise with Dems on CR” [1]. This signals the administration’s negotiating posture ahead of the deadline. On a separate economic front, the administration’s tariff policy is being lauded in some conservative media, with one analysis claiming the tariffs are successfully “reducing prices and humiliating economists,” a direct contradiction of mainstream economic consensus [2].

References: [1] Vance: I Want Cuts, Keeping Current Spending Levels Is Compromise with Dems on CR, https://www.breitbart.com/clips/2025/09/26/vance-i-want-cuts-keeping-current-spending-levels-is-compromise-with-dems-on-cr/
[2] Breitbart Business Digest: Tariffs Are Reducing Prices and Humiliating Economists, https://www.breitbart.com/economy/2025/09/26/breitbart-business-digest-tariffs-are-reducing-prices-and-humiliating-economists/

4.2 Administration Policy & Governance

The National Archives and Records Administration is managing a delicate data security incident. The agency has issued a formal apology to an unnamed Democratic gubernatorial candidate following what it described as an “exceedingly rare” and unauthorized “breach” involving the candidate’s personal military service records [1]. The public apology underscores the seriousness of the incident, though specifics of how the breach occurred and which candidate was affected are not detailed in the available report.

References: [1] National Archives apologizes to Dem gubernatorial candidate after ’exceedingly rare’ military records ‘breach’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/national-archives-apologizes-dem-gubernatorial-candidate-after-exceedingly-rare-military-records-breach

4.3 Presidential Directives & Actions

President Trump has issued several new executive orders spanning a range of policy areas. One order directly addresses the national issue of homelessness, a move that some policy commentators view as a new “opportunity” for federal leadership and intervention [1]. In a separate and unrelated directive that has garnered public interest, the President has ordered the declassification and public release of government files pertaining to the 1937 disappearance of pioneering aviator Amelia Earhart, an enduring historical mystery [2].

References: [1] Trump’s Executive Order on Homelessness Is an Opportunity, https://www.city-journal.org/article/trump-homelessness-executive-order-housing-first
[2] Trump orders declassification and release of Amelia Earhart files nearly 90 years after aviator’s disappearance, https://nypost.com/2025/09/26/us-news/trump-to-declassify-release-amelia-earhart-files/

5.1 Political Violence, Threats & Harassment

Multiple incidents of political violence and targeted harassment are being reported across the country, indicating a volatile political climate. During the UN General Assembly, a Trump administration official was reportedly “physically assaulted” by an individual the White House described as a “deranged leftist” [1]. In a separate incident at the UN, an advisor to Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. was chased and assaulted by a protester reportedly screaming “‘slut’ and ‘Free Palestine!’” [2]. In a series of events involving conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, an Indiana high school teacher named Kathryn Cichocki resigned after reportedly praising a hypothetical assassination scenario targeting Kirk [3], and several Raising Cane’s restaurant employees were fired for allegedly yelling “Execute” at his supporters [4]. Furthermore, a teenager has pleaded guilty in the severe beating of a staffer from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), an attack that had previously prompted a National Guard deployment [5].

References: [1] Trump administration official physically assaulted at UNGA by ‘deranged leftist,’ White House says, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-administration-official-physically-assaulted-unga-deranged-leftist-white-house-says
[2] RFK Jr. advisor chased, assaulted at UN by crazed protester screaming ‘slut’ and ‘Free Palestine!’, https://nypost.com/2025/09/27/us-news/rfk-jr-advisor-chased-assaulted-at-un-by-crazed-protestor-screaming-slut-and-free-palestine/
[3] Indiana High School Teacher Kathryn Cichocki Resigns After Praising Charlie Kirk Assassination, https://www.breitbart.com/tech/2025/09/26/indiana-high-school-teacher-kathryn-cichocki-resigns-after-praising-charlie-kirk-assassination/
[4] Raising Cane’s Fires Employees Who Allegedly Yelled ‘Execute’ At Charlie Kirk Supporters, https://dailycaller.com/2025/09/26/raising-canes-fires-employees-charlie-kirk/
[5] Teenager pleads guilty in DOGE staffer beating that prompted National Guard deployment, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/teen-pleads-guilty-doge-staffer-beating-sparked-dc-national-guard-deployment

5.2 Culture War & Free Speech Issues

Legal and political battles over free speech and cultural issues are escalating on multiple fronts. In a significant legislative proposal, California is considering a bill that would hold social media platforms legally liable for user-posted threats that are motivated by bias or political hostility [1]. In the courts, the Second Circuit is allowing a lawsuit to proceed that alleges corporate “implicit bias trainings” constituted a form of racial harassment [2]. This legal theory is mirrored in a separate case where a New York City educator is suing for “racial harassment” after allegedly being targeted for “white toxicity” in a similar mandatory training session [3]. In Michigan, a Democratic judge in the city of Hamtramck, described as “America’s ‘Muslim capital’,” has banned gay pride flags from city property following what reports term “Islamic outrage,” creating a complex intersection of religious and cultural rights [4].

References: [1] California Wants to Hold Social Media Platforms Liable for User Posts Containing Bias- and Political-Hostility-Motivated Threats, https://reason.com/volokh/2025/09/26/california-wants-to-hold-social-media-platforms-liable-for-user-posts-containing-bias-and-political-hostility-motivated-threats/
[2] Second Circuit Allows Claim That “Implicit Bias Trainings” Constituted Racial Harassment, https://reason.cam/volokh/2025/09/25/second-circuit-allows-claim-that-implicit-bias-trainings-constituted-racial-harassment/
[3] Educator targeted for ‘white toxicity’ during anti bias training can sue NYC for ‘racial harassment’, https://nypost.com/2025/09/27/us-news/nyc-educator-ridiculed-for-white-toxicity-can-sue-judge/
[4] Democrat judge in America’s ‘Muslim capital’ BANS gay pride flags after Islamic outrage. Oh the irony!, https://x.com/WallStreetApes/status/1971725929207787588

6. Miscellaneous Reports

6.1 Public Health & Consumer Safety

A potential public health issue regarding a common over-the-counter drug is emerging. Internal documents from the manufacturer of Tylenol reportedly show that the company has harbored concerns about a possible link between the product and autism risk for over a decade [1]. This information, if substantiated, could have major public health and legal ramifications. Information on this matter is currently limited to this single report, which cites internal documents as its source.

References: [1] Tylenol’s concerns about possible autism risk date back more than a decade, documents reportedly show, https://www.theblaze.com/news/tylenols-concerns-about-possible-autism-risk-date-back-more-than-a-decade-documents-reportedly-show

6.2 Other Items of Note

In other news of note, a report marks the death of the woman who attempted to assassinate President Gerald Ford 50 years ago; she died this week at the age of 95, according to the report [1]. Separately, the New York Post has published what it describes as “sickening messages” exchanged between a former NYC financier, Howard Rubin, and his personal assistant. The report alleges the pair celebrated “hurting women” in these messages, though it does not provide further context on the nature of the acts or any associated legal proceedings [2].

References: [1] Woman Who Tried to Assassinate President Gerald Ford 50 Years Ago, Died This Week at Age 95, https://legalinsurrection.com/2025/09/woman-who-tried-to-assassinate-president-gerald-ford-50-years-ago-died-this-week-at-age-95/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=woman-who-tried-to-assassinate-president-gerald-ford-50-years-ago-died-this-week-at-age-95
[2] Read sickening messages between ex-NYC financier Howard Rubin and his personal assistant as pair celebrate hurting women, https://nypost.com/2025/09/26/us-news/read-sickening-messages-between-ex-nyc-financier-howard-rubin-and-his-personal-assistant-as-pair-celebrate-hurting-women/