[Monday, September 29] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

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By Dr. Headline, HeadlineSquare
September 29, 2025

Executive Summary

An imminent government shutdown looms, threatening over 100,000 federal jobs as fiscal negotiations stall.
The Trump administration has deployed federal troops to Portland amid escalating clashes with protesters at ICE facilities.
A deadly mass shooting and arson at a Michigan church is under investigation, with the suspect identified as a military veteran.
The administration announced a 21-point Gaza peace plan with Israel and a new 100% tariff on overseas movies.
Former FBI Director James Comey is reportedly facing indictment, while YouTube settled a lawsuit over President Trump’s account suspension for $24.5 million.

1. Federal Governance & Administration

1.1. Impending Government Shutdown

A government shutdown appears imminent, with a potential start date of Tuesday, October 1. A report from the Financial Express warns this could result in the termination of over 100,000 U.S. federal employees [1]. As the deadline nears, Republican leadership has publicly appealed to Democrats to agree on a short-term funding bill to avert a shutdown and keep the government operational [2]. However, a thefp.com analysis suggests Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s negotiating strategy, which it frames as an “attempt to show a spine,” risks leaving Democrats holding the political responsibility for a shutdown [3]. Adding to the political complexity, a report from The Daily Caller claims that federal workers’ unions have indicated a willingness to endure “severe hardship” if a shutdown is perceived as a tool to politically damage the Trump administration [4].

References:
[1] Over 100,000 US federal employees may be fired on Tuesday as govt shutdown looms - Here’s why - US News | The Financial Express, https://www.financialexpress.com/world-news/us-news/over-100000-us-federal-employees-may-be-fired-on-tuesday-as-govt-shutdown-looms-heres-why/3992401/
[2] Republicans Urge Democrats to Agree to Short-term Bill to Keep US Government Open, https://www.newsmax.com/politics/thune-mike-johnson/2025/09/28/id/1228195/
[3] Chuck Schumer and the Cost of Appearing Tough — The New York senator’s attempt to show a spine could leave Democrats responsible for a shutdown—and voters wondering who’s really in charge, https://www.thefp.com/p/chuck-schumer-and-the-cost-of-appearing
[4] Federal Workers’ Unions Say They’ll Accept ‘Severe Hardship’ If They Can Stick It To Trump During Shutdown | The Daily Caller, https://dailycaller.com/2025/09/29/federal-workers-unions-democrats-trump-shutdown-schumer/

1.2. Trump Administration Policy & Actions

President Trump is scheduled to attend an “unprecedented gathering of US military commanders” this Tuesday, signaling a major defense-related event [1]. On the economic front, the administration has announced a new 100% tariff on all movies produced overseas [2]. In energy policy, the administration has allocated $625 million in federal funding to ensure the continued operation of coal plants, with the stated goal of lowering consumer energy costs [3]. In a more informal development, the President shared a video on social media showing new Oval Office decorations, which he called the “‘Best Oval Office ever’” [4].

References:
[1] Trump to attend Tuesday’s unprecedented gathering of US military commanders, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-attend-tuesdays-unprecedented-gathering-us-military-commanders
[2] Trump Announces 100% Tariff on Movies Made Overseas, https://www.newsmax.com/us/donald-trump-movies-tariffs/2025/09/29/id/1228272/
[3] Trump admin puts $625M toward keeping coal plants open, lower energy costs, https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/trump-admin-puts-625m-toward-keeping-coal-plants-open-lower-energy-costs
[4] President Trump shows off new White House bling in social media video: ‘Best Oval Office ever’, https://nypost.com/2025/09/28/us-news/president-trump-shows-off-new-white-house-gold-decor-in-social-media-video/

1.3. Energy Policy and Agency Reform

The administration’s focus on fossil fuels is contrasted by a user-submitted report claiming a $2.2 billion solar farm in a California desert has been shut down because it “didn’t serve its purpose” [1]. Separately, calls for reform within federal agencies are present. Whistleblower John Casaretti has publicly urged President Trump to separate the Air Marshal Service from its parent agency, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) [2]. In another report, an unspecified government agency is accused of censoring “Everyday Americans,” though the headline provides no further details on the agency’s identity or its methods [3].

References:
[1] $2,200,000,000 solar farm in CA desert, switched off because it “didn’t serve its purpose”., /r/Conservative/comments/1ntl1c6/2200000000_solar_farm_in_ca_desert_switched_off/
[2] Exclusive: Whistleblower John Casaretti Calls on Trump to Separate Air Marshal Service from TSA, https://www.breitbart.com/national-security/2025/09/28/exclusive-whistleblower-john-casaretti-calls-trump-separate-air-marshal-service-tsa/
[3] How a Government Agency You’ve Never Heard of Censored Everyday Americans, https://freebeacon.com/america/how-a-government-agency-youve-never-heard-of-censored-everyday-americans/

2. Domestic Security & Political Unrest

2.1. Michigan Church Attack & Investigation

A violent attack involving a shooting and arson at a Michigan church has left four people dead and eight injured [1]. The identified suspect is a U.S. Marine veteran [2]. Reports suggest a possible anti-religious motive, with a Burton City Council Member stating he had met the suspect, who allegedly referred to Mormons as “the anti-christ” [3]. President Trump condemned the incident as “another targeted attack on Christians” [4]. Conflicting information has emerged regarding the suspect’s political affiliations; while his truck was decorated with American flags, claims from media portraying him as a “MAGA” supporter are being disputed by reports of different political yard signs found at his home [5].

References:
[1] 4 Killed, 8 Injured in Shooting and Fire at Michigan Church; Suspect Identified, https://prescottenews.com/2025/09/29/4-killed-8-injured-in-shooting-and-fire-at-michigan-church-suspect-identified-the-epoch-times/
[2] Alleged Michigan Church Shooter/Arsonist ID’d as U.S. Marine Veteran, https://www.breitbart.com/2nd-amendment/2025/09/28/alleged-michigan-church-shooter-arsonist-idd-as-u-s-marine-veteran/
[3] Burton City Council Member met shooter days before Grand Blanc LDS attack; says he called Mormons “the anti-christ”, https://davebondy.substack.com/p/exclusive-burton-city-council-candidate?r=m9vqj&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR7-Do0DCbsXznBL2mkEy3vB9le-9FVn-tt-Vr83K3Q_kHkvthxZ5x4MaFpwYw_aem_anRSjgghQFkHFxiI25MVVA
[4] Trump Denounces ‘Another Targeted Attack on Christians’, https://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/veteran-mass-shooting-domestic/2025/09/29/id/1228257/
[5] Mormon Church Shooter Identified as 42-Year-Old Military Vet—MSM Portrays Him as MAGA, But Yard Signs in His Home Tell a Different Story, https://www.rightjournalism.com/mormon-church-shooter-identified-as-42-year-old-military-vet-msm-portrays-him-as-maga-but-yard-signs-in-his-home-tell-a-different-story/

2.2. Domestic Unrest and Major Violent Crimes

Civil unrest continues in Portland, Oregon, where protesters have clashed with ICE agents. In response, President Trump has deployed federal troops to the city, which one headline describes as “war-ravaged” [1]. This is part of a national strategy, with Attorney General Pam Bondi announcing the deployment of federal agents to ICE facilities across the country after declaring a “new era of political violence” [2]. Commentary from The Blaze frames the administration’s response as a “crackdown on ‘domestic terrorists’” and alleges that Democrats are glossing over the “anti ICE violence” [3]. The heightened national focus on the situation is reportedly causing “increasing panic” among Oregon Democrats as the “ugly truth about Portland is laid bare” [4]. Separately, a mass shooting was reported in Southport, North Carolina, where a suspect identified as Nigel Edge allegedly conducted a “’targeted’ and ‘highly premeditated’” attack on a crowded restaurant [5].

References:
[1] Protesters clash with ICE agents as Trump deploys federal troops to ‘war-ravaged’ Portland, https://nypost.com/2025/09/28/us-news/protesters-clash-with-ice-as-federal-troops-enter-portland/
[2] Bondi declares ’new era of political violence’ as federal agents deploy to ICE facilities nationwide, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/bondi-declares-new-era-political-violence-federal-agents-deploy-ice-facilities-nationwide
[3] Democrats gloss over anti ICE violence in Portland ahead of Trump’s crackdown on ‘domestic terrorists’, https://www.theblaze.com/news/dems-gloss-over-anti-ice-violence-in-portland-ahead-of-trumps-crackdown-on-domestic-terrorists
[4] Update: Increasing Panic From Oregon Democrats As the Ugly Truth About Portland Is Laid Bare, https://redstate.com/sister-toldjah/2025/09/29/oregon-democrats-gaslight-about-antifa-presence-n2194517
[5] Southport mass shooting suspect identified as Nigel Edge after ‘targeted’ and ‘highly premeditated’ deadly attack on crowded North Carolina restaurant, https://nypost.com/2025/09/28/us-news/southport-mass-shooting-suspect-identified-as-nigel-edge-after-deadly-north-carolina-attack-report/

2.3. Discourse on Political Extremism

Multiple reports refer to a study which purportedly finds that “Left-wing terror attacks” have reached a 30-year high in 2025 [1]. Democratic Senator John Fetterman is specifically mentioned for having shared this study [2]. One headline from the New York Post directly attributes this rise to “unhinged opposition to Trump admin” [1]. Broader commentary from The Federalist makes the claim that political violence is now “mainstream” within the Democratic Party [3].

References:
[1] Left-wing terror attacks reach record highs in 2025 — fueled by unhinged opposition to Trump admin, disturbing study finds, https://nypost.com/2025/09/26/us-news/left-wing-terror-attacks-reach-record-highs-in-2025-fueled-by-unhinged-opposition-to-trump-admin-study/
[2] Fetterman Shares Study of ‘Left-Wing Terrorism’ Reaching 30-Year High, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/09/28/john-fetterman-shares-study-of-left-wing-terrorism-reaching-30-year-high-slams-dems-extreme-rhetoric/
[3] In Today’s Democrat Party, Political Violence Is Mainstream, https://thefederalist.com/2025/09/26/in-todays-democrat-party-political-violence-is-mainstream/

3. Justice System & Legal Affairs

3.1. Legal Scrutiny of Former FBI Director James Comey

Former FBI Director James Comey is reportedly facing an indictment, a development one commentary piece in The Federalist calls “well deserved” in light of his role in the “Russiagate” investigation [1]. Analyst Victor Davis Hanson writes that while the indictment is notable, Comey’s “real crimes remain untouched,” arguing that many past actions “still escape legal or moral accountability” [2]. Another article focuses on what it calls “a brief example of James Comey’s dishonesty” [3].

References:
[1] After Harming The Country With Russiagate, Comey’s Indictment Is Well Deserved, https://thefederalist.com/2025/09/26/after-harming-the-country-with-russiagate-comeys-indictment-is-well-deserved/
[2] Victor Davis Hanson: Comey Faces Indictment, but His Real Crimes Remain Untouched – James Comey’s indictment may grab headlines, but the real scandal is how many of his past abuses still escape legal or moral accountability., https://amgreatness.com/2025/09/29/comey-faces-indictment/
[3] A brief example of James Comey’s dishonesty, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/daily-memo/3828194/brief-example-james-comey-dishonesty/

3.2. Other Major Legal Cases & Investigations

Several other major legal cases are developing. The “suspected Charlie Kirk assassin,” identified as Tyler Robinson, is facing a court hearing where prosecutors are reportedly seeking the death penalty [1]. In a civil case resolution, YouTube has agreed to pay a $24.5 million settlement over a lawsuit related to the suspension of former President Trump’s account [2]. Separately, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene posted on social media that she is “’not suicidal,’” a statement she connected to her ongoing push for the public release of the Epstein files [3].

References:
[1] Suspected Charlie Kirk assassin Tyler Robinson faces court hearing, prosecutors seek death penalty, https://nypost.com/2025/09/29/us-news/tyler-robinson-suspect-in-charlie-kirk-assassination-case-faces-court-hearing/
[2] YouTube to pay $24.5 million to settle Trump account suspension suit, https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/youtube-pay-24-5-million-213126762.html
[3] Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene warns in X rant that she is ‘not suicidal’ should something happen to her as she pushes for Epstein files, https://nypost.com/2025/09/27/us-news/rep-marjorie-taylor-greene-states-she-is-not-suicidal-as-she-pushes-for-epstein-transparency-from-doj/

4. Foreign Affairs & International Relations

4.1. Israel-Gaza Peace Plan and Regional Diplomacy

A significant diplomatic development is reported, with President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu having agreed to a Gaza peace plan [1]. The proposal is described as a “21-Point Peace Plan for Gaza,” though its prospects are still under analysis [2]. The agreement was announced amid complex regional diplomacy; a separate report states that Prime Minister Netanyahu, in a phone call from the White House, apologized to the Prime Minister of Qatar regarding a strike that occurred in Doha [3].

References:
[1] What to know about the Gaza peace plan agreed to by Trump and Netanyahu, https://apnews.com/article/gaza-israel-hamas-palestinians-peace-plan-ce2e84de8aa5fd308fe751ae9c3118e8
[2] Trump Has a 21-Point Peace Plan for Gaza. Can It Work?, https://www.thefp.com/p/trump-has-a-21-point-peace-plan-for
[3] In phone call from White House, Netanyahu apologizes to Qatari PM over Doha strike, https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/in-phone-call-from-white-house-netanyahu-apologizes-to-qatari-pm-over-doha-strike-report/

4.2. Global & European Flashpoints

Multiple overseas developments are drawing attention. In industrial competition, a report claims China is “installing nearly 10 times as many robots in factories as the US” [1]. In a UK social policy controversy, the National Health Service (NHS) is facing backlash for guidance that extolled the “benefits of first-cousin marriage,” citing “stronger extended family support systems and economic advantages” despite known risks of birth defects [2, 3]. In party politics, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has labeled the migration policy of the Reform UK party as “racist” [4].

References:
[1] China installing nearly 10 times as many robots in factories as the US, https://nypost.com/2025/09/29/business/china-installing-nearly-10-times-as-many-robots-in-factories-as-the-us/
[2] NHS faces backlash over guidance extolling benefits of first-cousin marriage despite increased risk of birth defects | The Standard, https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/nhs-first-cousin-marriage-risk-birth-defects-b1250227.html
[3] NHS says first-cousin marriage is linked to “stronger extended family support systems and economic advantages”, https://x.com/telegraph/status/1972370778789196135
[4] Keir Starmer: UK Reform’s migration policy is ‘racist’, https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/keir-starmer-reforms-migration-policy-is-racist/

5. Immigration & Border Security

Immigration enforcement actions are being reported across the nation. In Iowa, state officials have revoked the education license of a Des Moines school superintendent who was discovered to be an “Illegal Alien” [1]. At the southern border, an employee of a Texas Border District Attorney’s office has been imprisoned for using government vehicles for migrant smuggling [2]. In an incident involving diplomatic friction, a report claims Mexican diplomats were involved in disrupting ICE operations, prompting calls for them to respect U.S. sovereignty [3].

References:
[1] Iowa Officials Revoke Education License of Illegal Alien Working as Des Moines School Superintendent, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/09/29/iowa-officials-revoke-education-license-illegal-alien-working-as-des-moines-school-superintendent/
[2] Texas Border DA’s Employee Imprisoned for Migrant Smuggling with Government Vehicles, https://www.breitbart.com/border/2025/09/28/texas-border-das-employee-sent-to-prison-for-migrant-smuggling-on-government-vehicles/
[3] Mexican Diplomats Disrupt ICE Operations: A Lesson in Respecting U.S. Sovereignty Needed Stat, https://twitchy.com/justmindy/2025/09/28/mexican-consulate-member-taunt-ice-n2419657

5.2. National Immigration Data & Discourse

New federal data shows approximately 500,000 nonimmigrants overstayed their visas during the 2024 fiscal year, according to a Department of Homeland Security report [1]. Concurrently, a 1995 video of former President Bill Clinton discussing immigration is being circulated online, with commentary suggesting his rhetoric “would be called ‘fascism’ by today’s Democrat Party” [2].

References:
[1] Department of Homeland Security Reports Approximately 500,000 Nonimmigrants Overstayed Visas in 2024, https://nepyork.com/2025/09/28/dhs-reports-approximately-500000-nonimmigrants-overstayed-visas-in-2024/
[2] Here’s a video of Bill Clinton talking about immigration policy in 1995. This would be called “fascism” by today’s Democrat Party, https://x.com/geiger_capital/status/1972430777767096684

6. U.S. Politics & Elections

6.1. NYC Mayoral Race Heats Up

The New York City mayoral race is a major political flashpoint, with intense focus on candidate Zohran Mamdani. President Trump has vowed to block all federal funding for what he terms Mamdani’s “‘Communist promises’” if he is elected [1]. Mamdani’s platform reportedly includes a proposal for “enormous legal defense funding for illegal immigrants” [2]. He has also drawn criticism for refusing to denounce Hamas following Prime Minister Netanyahu’s pledge to eradicate the group [3]. An opinion piece characterizes the platform of Mamdani’s allies as an “‘ugly agenda for soaring disorder’” in the city [4].

References:
[1] President Trump vows to block all federal funding for Zohran Mamdani’s “Communist promises” if elected as mayor New York City, https://x.com/bennyjohnson/status/1972647764300333094
[2] Mamdani proposes enormous legal defense funding for illegal immigrants, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/mamdani-proposes-massive-amount-legal-defense-funding-immigrants-trump-proofing-nyc-plan
[3] Zohran Mamdani refuses to denounce Hamas after Netanyahu vows to eradicate terrorists, https://nypost.com/2025/09/29/us-news/zohran-mamdani-refuses-to-denounce-hamas-after-israels-benjamin-netanyahu-vows-to-eradicate-terrorists/
[4] Mamdani allies’ ugly agenda for soaring disorder in the streets, subways AND schools, https://nypost.com/2025/09/28/opinion/mamdani-allies-ugly-agenda-for-soaring-disorder-in-the-streets-subways-and-schools/

6.2. State-Level Political Battles

Key political battles are developing at the state level. An unnamed Republican governor has signed a “Trump-backed” congressional redistricting map into law [1]. In Minnesota, Governor Tim Walz is reportedly considering a state constitutional amendment to ban ‘assault rifles’ following the failure of a legislative gun control push [2]. In Virginia, early voting reports are said to favor Republican Winsome Earle-Sears in her race, though the specific office is not named in the headline [3].

References:
[1] Republican governor signs into law Trump-backed congressional redistricting map, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/republican-governor-signs-law-trump-backed-congressional-redistricting-map
[2] Tim Walz Floats ‘Assault Rifle’ Ban via State Constitutional Amendment After Legislative Gun Control Push Fails, https://www.breitbart.com/2nd-amendment/2025/09/29/tim-walz-floats-idea-of-assault-rifle-ban-via-constitutional-amendment-after-legislative-gun-control-push-fails/
[3] Virginia’s Early Vote Favors Republican Winsome Earle-Sears, https://spectator.org/virginias-early-vote-favors-winsome-earle-sears/

6.3. National Political Commentary

Commentary on national political figures and trends includes a piece highlighting Democratic Senator John Fetterman for opting out of his party’s “loathsome rhetoric” [1]. Another column advocates for targeting “nonpartisan” voter registration groups as a first step to “take down the NGO Industrial Complex” [2]. A column by Kurt Schlichter characterizes what he calls the “Democrat Freakshow Freakout” as a sign of party “desperation” [3].

References:
[1] On Loathsome Rhetoric, One Democrat Senator Opts Out - John Fetterman, https://redstate.com/wardclark/2025/09/28/on-loathsome-rhetoric-one-democrat-senator-opts-out-john-fetterman-n2194508
[2] To Take Down the NGO Industrial Complex, Start with ‘Nonpartisan’ Voter Registration, https://thefederalist.com/2025/09/29/to-take-down-the-ngo-industrial-complex-start-with-nonpartisan-voter-registration/
[3] Kurt Schlichter: The Democrat Freakshow Freakout Is All About Desperation, https://townhall.com/columnists/kurtschlichter/2025/09/29/the-democrat-freakshow-freakout-is-all-about-desperation-n2664061

7. Cultural & Media Developments

Several cultural stories are gaining traction. Pop star Bad Bunny’s selection as the Super Bowl LX Halftime Show headliner has generated backlash from some NFL fans, particularly as one headline notes he previously stated, “‘I’m Never Performing in the United States Again’” [1, 2]. In higher education debates, one report alleges that colleges are idolizing political violence by turning “radical killers” into “campus heroes” [3]. In the media world, author JK Rowling has reportedly “trashed” actress Emma Watson as “ignorant” after Watson broke her silence on their “years-long rift” [4].

References:
[1] Pop Star Bad Bunny to Headline Super Bowl LX Halftime Show in California After Saying ‘I’m Never Performing in the United States Again’, https://www.breitbart.com/entertainment/2025/09/29/pop-star-bad-bunny-to-headline-super-bowl-lx-halftime-show-in-california-after-saying-im-never-performing-in-the-united-states-again/
[2] Bad Bunny’s Bad Posts: NFL Fans Upset at Super Bowl Half Time Show Performer Selection, https://www.foxnews.com/sports/bad-bunnys-ice-comments-resurface-nfl-fans-debate-selection-super-bowl-lx-halftime-show-performer
[3] Radical killers turned campus heroes: How colleges idolize political violence, https://www.theblaze.com/shows/stu-does-america/left-wing-violence
[4] JK Rowling trashes ‘ignorant’ Emma Watson after Harry Potter actress broke silence on their years-long rift, https://nypost.com/2025/09/29/entertainment/j-k-rowling-trashes-emma-watson-over-how-ignorant-she-is-in-latest-swipe-in-years-long-rift/