[Friday, November 14] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

2025-11-14 3008 words 15 minutes

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By Dr. Headline, HeadlineSquare November 14, 2025

Executive Summary

President Trump directs the DOJ to probe Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to Democrats and financial firms.
The White House mandates a universal reapplication process for all SNAP benefit recipients.
A major trade agreement is announced with Switzerland and Liechtenstein, securing $200 billion in U.S. investment.
The DOJ initiates a lawsuit against California, alleging its redistricting maps are “racially gerrymandered.”
Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) faces a federal criminal referral for alleged mortgage and tax fraud.
The State Department designates four European Antifa-linked groups as terrorist organizations.
Reports indicate a major Second Amendment ruling is imminent from the Supreme Court.

1. Legal, Judicial & Investigative Affairs

1.1 The Judiciary & Constitutional Law

A highly consequential Supreme Court ruling on the Second Amendment appears imminent. A report from a specialized legal news source suggests the decision could be transformative, describing the court as “about to drop bombs” on the issue [1]. The headline’s language indicates that legal observers are anticipating a landmark judgment, though no specifics of the case or its potential outcome are provided.

References
[1] SCOTUS is about to drop bombs on the Second Amendment, https://www.scotusblog.com/2025/11/second-amendment-in-the-spotlight/

1.2 The Epstein Case: Investigations & Media Narratives

President Trump has directed the Department of Justice to investigate the connections of the late Jeffrey Epstein, with a stated focus on prominent Democrats, such as Bill Clinton, and major financial institutions [1, 2]. This move coincides with a series of public retractions regarding previous media links between Trump and Epstein. A CNN broadcast is reported to have explicitly stated that the President “has not been accused of any wrongdoing with Epstein or Maxwell,” an action some reports link to fear of a potential lawsuit [3]. In a related development, the Democratic Party’s official X account reportedly deleted a post that had falsely claimed Trump spent a holiday with Epstein, a move characterized by some as a “humiliating” reversal [4, 5].

References
[1] Trump asks DOJ to probe Jeffrey Epstein ties to Bill Clinton, other Dems, big banks: ‘Stay tuned!’, https://nypost.com/2025/11/14/us-news/trump-asks-doj-to-probe-jeffrey-epstein-ties-to-bill-clinton-other-dems-big-banks/

[2] Trump to ask DOJ to investigate Epstein ties to Democrats, banks, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-ask-doj-investigate-epstein-ties-democrats-banks

[3] CNN is so petrified of a lawsuit that they are now fully exonerating President Trump of any wrongdoing RE: Epstein - “We wanna be clear. Trump didn’t receive or send any messages…he has not been accused of any wrongdoing with Epstein or Maxwell.”, https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/1989149710805004561

[4] The official X account of the Democrat Party has DELETED their post claiming President Trump spent Thanksgiving with Jeffrey Epstein in 2017, https://x.com/nicksortor/status/1989114923926929550?t=iQeXbW95HZzYvvux7NRV2g&s=19

[5] Humiliated Dems Forced to Delete Latest False Claim About Epstein and Trump, https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2025/11/14/humiliated-dems-forced-to-delete-latest-false-claim-about-epstein-and-trump-n2196198

1.3 Criminal Investigations Involving Political Figures

Several political figures and their associates are facing significant legal jeopardy. Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) is the subject of a federal criminal referral to the DOJ for alleged mortgage and tax fraud stemming from his purchase of a home in Washington, D.C. [1]. Separately, a judge has ordered Democrat LaMonica McIver to stand trial for the alleged assault of federal agents at an ICE facility [2]. Other developments include the appointment of a new prosecutor to oversee the Georgia RICO case involving allies of President Trump [3], and a report that a former chief of staff to California Governor Newsom failed to report $1.7 million in income [4].

References
[1] California ’s Democrat Representative Eric Swalwell was hit with a federal criminal referral for alleged mortgage and tax fraud related to his purchase of a $1.2 million home in Washington, DC, that he claimed as a primary residence., https://nypost.com/2025/11/13/us-news/eric-swalwells-1-2-million-dc-home-target-of-doj-mortgage-fraud-criminal-referral/

[2] Judge: Democrat LaMonica McIver Must Stand Trial for Assaulting Federal Agents at ICE Facility, https://www.breitbart.com/immigration/2025/11/14/judge-democrat-lamonica-mciver-must-stand-trial-for-assaulting-federal-agents-at-ice-facility/

[3] New prosecutor to oversee Georgia RICO case against Trump allies, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/justice/3887359/new-prosecutor-oversee-georgia-rico-case-against-trump-allies/

[4] Newsom’s Former Chief, Described as ‘Mob Boss’ by Fellow Dem, Failed to Report $1.7 Million in Income, https://redstate.com/jenvanlaar/2025/11/13/theres-so-much-more-to-the-dana-williamson-indictment-n2196167

1.4 Department of Justice & Federal Lawsuits

The Department of Justice has taken legal action against the state of California over its legislative maps. The DOJ is suing to block a redistricting plan approved under Governor Newsom, which headlines from multiple sources describe as “racially gerrymandered” [1, 2]. This intervention places the federal government in direct opposition to California’s state-level political boundaries.

References
[1] DOJ Sues To Block Newsom’s ‘Racially Gerrymandered’ Map, https://dailycaller.com/2025/11/14/trump-doj-sues-to-block-newsoms-racially-gerrymandered-congressional-map/

[2] DOJ Joins Lawsuit Challenging California’s Redistricting Maps, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/scott-mcclallen/2025/11/13/doj-joins-lawsuit-challenging-californias-redistricting-maps-n2666428

2. Executive Branch & Administration

2.1 Administrative Policy & Reform Initiatives

The Trump administration is implementing a significant overhaul of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that the “next step” is to mandate that every current recipient must reapply for their benefits [1]. This universal requirement is framed as a measure to prove ongoing necessity and ensure the integrity of the program, effectively creating a hard reset for the entitlement [2].

References
[1] Agriculture Secretary Rollins: ‘Next Step’ Is to Make ‘Everyone Reapply’ for SNAP to Ensure Integrity, https://www.breitbart.com/clips/2025/11/14/rollins-next-step-is-to-make-everyone-reapply-for-snap-to-ensure-integrity/

[2] Every SNAP Recipient Has to Reapply, Prove Necessity for Benefits, https://pjmedia.com/catherinesalgado/2025/11/14/every-snap-recipient-has-to-reapply-prove-necessity-for-benefits-n4946001

2.2 Presidential Actions & Statements

President Trump has issued pardons for six individuals in Nevada who were described as “fake electors” in connection with past electoral events [1]. The reports clarify that these presidential pardons do not absolve the individuals of any potential state-level criminal charges they may continue to face. In public messaging on the economy, the President has also stated that his administration is “working to make things less expensive” for Americans [2].

References
[1] Trump pardons six Nevada fake electors, but state criminal charges stand, https://www.ktnv.com/news/president-donald-trump-pardons-six-nevada-fake-electors-but-state-criminal-charges-stand

[2] Trump says he’s ‘working to make things less expensive’, https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/columnists/3887760/oval-office-interview-trump-make-things-less-expensive/

2.3 Aftermath of the Government Shutdown

Following a government shutdown, which some reports attribute to Senator Schumer, the administration is compensating federal employees who worked during the period [1]. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has begun distributing $10,000 bonus checks to TSA agents for their “exemplary service” [2]. This action is being framed as President Trump fulfilling a promise to government workers. In contrast, a Democratic Representative, Bell, is quoted stating they voted against reopening the government to “make a point” and claimed that SNAP recipients were pleased with this decision [3].

References
[1] Holy Smokes: Trump Makes Good on Promise to Those Who Worked During Schumer Shutdown, https://redstate.com/katie-jerkovich/2025/11/13/holy-smokes-trump-makes-good-on-promise-to-those-who-worked-during-schumer-shutdown-n2196175

[2] DHS Sec. Kristi Noem Hands Out $10,000 Bonus Checks to TSA Agents for ‘Exemplary Service’ During Shutdown, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/11/13/dhs-sec-kristi-noem-hands-out-10000-bonus-checks-to-tsa-agents-for-exemplary-service-during-shutdown/

[3] Dem Rep. Bell: I Voted Against Reopening Gov’t Because SNAP Recipients Were Happy with Me Doing So to Make Point, https://www.breitbart.com/clips/2025/11/14/dem-rep-bell-i-voted-against-reopening-govt-because-snap-recipients-were-happy-with-me-doing-so-to-make-point/

3. Economic Policy & Conditions

3.1 International Trade & Investment Agreements

The White House announced a significant economic agreement with Switzerland and Liechtenstein, releasing a joint statement on a new framework for “fair, balanced, and reciprocal trade” [1]. As part of the arrangement, Switzerland has announced its plan to invest $200 billion in the United States by 2028 [2]. The finalized deal will see the U.S. lower tariffs on Swiss goods to 15%, marking a major development in the administration’s trade policy [3].

References
[1] Joint Statement on a Framework for a United States – Switzerland – Liechtenstein Agreement on Fair, Balanced, and Reciprocal Trade, https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/11/joint-statement-on-a-framework-for-a-united-states-switzerland-liechtenstein-agreement-on-fair-balanced-and-reciprocal-trade/

[2] Switzerland announced plans on Friday to invest $200 billion in the United States through 2028 as it finalized a hard-wrought deal to slash U.S. tariffs on Swiss goods., https://www.middletownpress.com/news/world/article/switzerland-to-boost-us-investment-as-deal-struck-21181475.php

[3] Switzerland to boost US investment as deal struck to lower US tariffs on Swiss goods to 15%, https://apnews.com/article/switzerland-us-tariffs-7e8ad830a5cea40d4a40d4a8b69ed0d5

3.2 Domestic Economy & Housing

Vice President JD Vance has linked the housing affordability crisis to immigration, stating that a surge of “illegal immigrants” has driven up prices and that the nation needs 5 million new homes to address the shortage [1]. Separately, a commentary piece from a non-mainstream source argues that the political concept of “affordability” itself is a “scam” [2].

References
[1] JD Vance says surge of illegal immigrants drove up housing prices — and US needs 5M new homes, https://nypost.com/2025/11/13/us-news/jd-vance-says-surge-of-illegal-immigrants-drove-up-housing-prices/

[2] The Latest Political Scam – “Affordability” – Is Really Taking Off, https://www.manhattancontrarian.com/blog/2025-11-12-the-latest-scam-affordability-is-really-taking-off

4. Immigration & Border Security

4.1 State-Level Immigration Policies

States are pursuing divergent and aggressive policies related to immigration. California has reportedly revoked 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses previously issued to immigrants [1]. In a different approach, Indiana’s Attorney General has initiated an investigation into alleged “migrant trafficking,” issuing a subpoena to Amazon and suing the Indianapolis school system as part of the probe [2].

References
[1] California revokes 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses for immigrants, https://apnews.com/article/duffy-newsom-commercial-drivers-license-immigrant-trucking-c0f3064e329a00f19aecbd1404dd393d

[2] Indiana Attorney General Subpoenas Amazon, Sues Indianapolis Schools Over Migrant Trafficking, https://thefederalist.com/2025/11/14/indiana-attorney-general-subpoenas-amazon-sues-indianapolis-schools-over-migrant-trafficking/

4.2 Legal Status, Crime & Birthright Citizenship Debate

The debate over birthright citizenship remains active, with one report from The New Yorker suggesting that President Trump’s “attack on birthright citizenship” was influenced by “liberal scholars” [1]. In a separate criminal matter related to immigration, the Department of Homeland Security has accused a Mexican man, who was elected as a mayor in Kansas, of committing voter fraud on three separate occasions [2].

References
[1] The Liberal Scholars Who Influenced Trump’s Attack on Birthright Citizenship, https://www.newyorker.com/news/the-lede/the-liberal-scholars-who-influenced-trumps-attack-on-birthright-citizenship

[2] DHS: Mexican Man, Elected Mayor in Kansas, Committed Voter Fraud 3X, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/11/13/dhs-mexican-national-recently-re-elected-mayor-of-kansas-town-repeatedly-committed-voter-fraud/

5. Foreign Affairs & National Security

5.1 U.S. National Security & Terrorist Designations

The U.S. State Department has formally designated four European groups with links to Antifa as terrorist organizations [1]. This marks a significant development in the U.S. approach to transnational political movements. Separately, an analysis from the Hoover Institution discusses future security threats, including “cyber rattling,” and references New York political figure Zohran Mamdani in the context of emerging domestic challenges [2].

References
[1] State Department designates 4 European Antifa-linked groups as terrorists | Fox News, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-administration-makes-first-ever-antifa-foreign-terrorist-designations-across-europe

[2] Cyber Rattling & Socialism: Anne Neuberger On Future Wars, Mayor Mamdani, And A Big Deal At The BBC, https://www.hoover.org/research/cyber-rattling-socialism-anne-neuberger-future-wars-mayor-mamdani-and-big-deal-bbc

5.2 International Relations & Foreign Politics

In Europe, the German government is reportedly making preparations for a return to military conscription, though it has publicly stated there is “no reason to worry” [1]. In commentary on other global affairs, one headline accuses Qatar of bankrolling “bloodshed from Gaza to Kabul” [2]. Finally, in Canadian politics, reports indicate the Nenshi-led NDP party is receiving assistance from the NYC mayor’s advertising agency and federal Liberals in Ottawa [3].

References
[1] ‘No Reason to Worry’ Says German Govt as It Prepares for Conscription, https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/11/14/no-reason-to-worry-says-german-govt-as-it-prepares-for-conscription/

[2] How Qatar Bankrolls Bloodshed from Gaza to Kabul, https://redstate.com/wardclark/2025/11/14/how-qatar-bankrolls-bloodshed-from-gaza-to-kabul-n2196202

[3] Nenshi’s NDP relaunch gets big outside help: NYC mayor’s ad agency and Ottawa Liberals, https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/alberta-ndp-relaunch-naheed-nenshi-liberals-zohran-mamdani-9.6978269

5.3 Intelligence & Origins of COVID-19

Questions surrounding the origins of COVID-19 continue to surface. A new report claims that recently emerged documents demonstrate “more connections between the Wuhan Lab and U.S. Intelligence” [1]. The headline does not elaborate on the specific nature of these alleged connections or the contents of the documents, leaving the substance of the claim unclear.

References
[1] New Docs Show More Connections Between Wuhan Lab and U.S. Intelligence – PJ Media, https://pjmedia.com/rick-moran/2025/11/13/new-docs-show-more-connections-between-wuhan-lab-and-us-intelligence-n4945939

6. Congressional Affairs & Partisan Politics

6.1 Legislative Proposals & Actions

A new legislative effort is being prepared to target former President Trump’s finances. Senator Adam Schiff has announced his intention to introduce a bill aimed at blocking Trump from receiving a purported $230 million taxpayer-funded payout from the Justice Department [1]. The headline does not specify the context or legal basis for this alleged payment.

References
[1] NEWS: Sen. Schiff to Introduce Bill to Block Donald Trump from Getting $230 Million Taxpayer Payout from Justice Department, https://www.schiff.senate.gov/news/press-releases/news-sen-schiff-to-introduce-bill-to-block-donald-trump-from-getting-230-million-taxpayer-payout-from-justice-department/

6.2 Democratic Party Dynamics & Controversies

There are indications of potential shifts within the Democratic Party leadership, with reports suggesting that Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer “might be quitting the Senate” after his current term ends [1]. The party and its past leaders also face criticism, with one report alleging that the former Biden administration gave away “billions of tax dollars for ‘climate justice’ without public consent” [2]. Another report points to anger directed at former President Obama for “destroying a national landmark to build a monument to self” [3]. Internally, DNC staff have been reportedly “ruthlessly mocked” for complaining about a reversal of the party’s remote work policy [4].

References
[1] Reports: Chuck Schumer Might be Quitting the Senate After Term Ends, https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2025/11/13/is-chuck-schumer-calling-it-quits-in-2028-n2666443

[2] Report: Former Democratic President Biden gave away billions of tax dollars for ‘climate justice’ without public consent, https://www.thecentersquare.com/national/article_d10483a7-f51f-49da-af47-123750242e9b.html

[3] Anger brews at Barack Obama for destroying national landmark to build monument to self, https://www.bizpacreview.com/2025/11/13/anger-brews-at-barack-obama-for-destroying-national-landmark-to-build-monument-to-self-1600030/

[4] DNC staffers ruthlessly mocked for fuming over remote work reversal: ‘Get yourselves together’, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/dnc-staffers-ruthlessly-mocked-fuming-over-remote-work-reversal-get-yourselves-together

6.3 Republican & Conservative Commentary

Republican figures are highlighting perceived divisions within the Democratic Party. Senator John Kennedy has ridiculed a “power struggle” between Senator Schumer’s old guard and the “socialist” or “Bolshevik wing” of the party, which he claims is led by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez [1]. Vice President JD Vance claims that the Democrats’ sole motivation is to “get Trump,” asserting that “they just want to burn it down” without concern for consequences [2]. Meanwhile, signs of internal friction on the right are also present, with reports of a public dispute between Dan Bongino and Rep. Thomas Massie over the J6 pipe bomber [3] and accusations of dishonesty leveled at Tucker Carlson regarding an “attack on Ben Shapiro” [4].

References
[1] Sen. John Kennedy ridicules Democratic Party divide between Schumer and ‘socialist’ wing’ led by AOC - Louisiana senator describes Democratic Party power struggle between ‘Bolshevik wing’ and old guard politicians, https://www.foxnews.com/media/kennedy-describes-democratic-party-divide-between-schumer-socialist-wing-led-aoc

[2] “They just want to burn it down. They don’t care if the troops don’t get paid. They don’t care if you cause billions of dollars in lost productivity… They just want to get Trump,” says @VP on Democrats., https://x.com/RapidResponse47/status/1989155195285357044

[3] ‘DISGUSTING’: Dan Bongino Goes Scorched Earth on Thomas Massie in BRUTAL Post About J6 Pipe Bomber, https://twitchy.com/samj/2025/11/13/bongino-massie-n2421638

[4] Tucker Carlson’s Attack on Ben Shapiro Via Venezuela’s Dictator is Pretty Dishonest, https://hotair.com/john-s-2/2025/11/13/tucker-carlsons-attack-on-ben-shapiro-via-venezuelas-dictator-is-pretty-dishonest-n3808876

7. State & Local Governance

7.1 Rise of Socialist & Progressive Urban Policies

Several reports focus on the rise of socialist policies in major U.S. cities. Seattle has elected a new socialist mayor who has reportedly pledged she “won’t allow private grocery stores to close” [1]. This development is linked in commentary to New York socialist Zohran Mamdani, who advocates for social workers to handle some 911 calls, a policy that a test program is reportedly “already failing” [2]. One op-ed points to Portland as a “socialist disaster” of crime and business flight, holding it up as a cautionary tale for voters in other cities [3].

References
[1] Seattle’s New Socialist Mayor Goes Full Communist, Says She Won’t Allow Private Grocery Stores To Close | The Daily Caller, https://dailycaller.com/2025/11/13/seattle-socialist-mayor-katie-wilson-grocery-stores/

[2] Zohran Mamdani wants social workers responding to 911 calls — but test program is already failing, https://nypost.com/2025/11/13/us-news/zohran-mamdani-wants-social-workers-responding-to-911-calls-but-test-program-is-already-failing?utm_source=nypost&utm_campaign=android_nyp&utm_medium=social

[3] Portland’s socialist disaster should be a wake-up call for Zohran Mamdani, NYC voters – Oregon’s largest city has become a poster child of urban decay, a smoldering mess of crime, businesses fleeing and homeless. People have had enough., https://nypost.com/2025/11/14/business/portlands-socialist-disaster-should-be-a-wake-up-call-for-zohran-mamdani-nyc-voters/

7.2 State-Level Governance and Economic Trends

Several unrelated but notable trends are emerging at the state level. An “unprecedented” number of businesses are reportedly relocating from New York City to Florida [1]. Concurrently, Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino has characterized the level of violence in Chicago as being “off the charts” [2]. Meanwhile, Letitia James is reportedly targeting the media company Condé Nast in a legal action related to its firing of employees who were accused of disrupting the workplace [3].

References
[1] ‘UNPRECEDENTED’: Wave of NYC businesses heading to Florida, https://www.wflx.com/2025/11/07/unprecedented-wave-nyc-businesses-heading-florida/

[2] Border patrol chief Greg Bovino says Chicago violence is ‘off the charts’ | New York Post, https://nypost.com/2025/11/14/us-news/border-patrol-chief-greg-bovino-says-chicago-violence-is-off-the-charts/

[3] Letitia James Targets Condé Nast Over the Firing of Workers Accused of Disrupting Workplace, https://jonathanturley.org/2025/11/14/letitia-james-targets-conde-nast-over-the-firing-of-workers-accused-of-disrupting-workplace/

8. Media & Cultural Issues

8.1 Media Conduct and Bias Allegations

Media organizations are facing scrutiny over their reporting. The BBC has reportedly apologized for a “deceptively-edited” video related to the January 6th events, claiming the edit was unintentional while stating it will fight an ensuing lawsuit from President Trump [1]. Separately, questions are being raised about why extensive news coverage of a “Gaza famine vanished after months of warnings” from major outlets [2]. ABC News is also accused of continuing to publish “shutdown ragebait” for its audience [3].

References
[1] BBC Apologizes for Deceptively-Edited Jan 6 Video, Says Was Unintentional and Will Fight Trump Lawsuit, https://twitchy.com/warren-squire/2025/11/13/bbc-apologizes-for-deceptively-edit-jan-6-video-trump-brian-stelter-n2421676

[2] Gaza famine headlines vanished after months of warnings, raising questions, https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/gazas-famine-real-how-come-went-away-so-fast

[3] COPING AND SEETHING: ABC Is Still Feeding Viewers Shutdown Ragebait, https://www.newsbusters.org/blogs/nb/jorge-bonilla/2025/11/14/coping-and-seething-abc-still-feeding-viewers-shutdown-ragebait

Commentary on cultural trends highlights deepening societal divisions and concerns. One report points to a decline in educational standards, noting that “college kids’ math skills” are “worse than ever” and citing a UC San Diego assessment where 13% of students tested below a first-grade level [1]. At Cornell University, a DEI program is noted to have “survived Trump Deal” [2]. On the political front, a psychotherapist reports that 75% of his patients are “hyper fixated” on and have a “deep hatred for Trump,” a phenomenon described in another headline as “Trump Derangement Syndrome” [3, 4]. Other cultural flashpoints include a Detroit Lions star apologizing after his “Trump dance” caused offense [5], and a headline that simply asks, “Who is Thomas Crooks?”, without providing further context [6].

References
[1] College kids’ math skills worse than ever. In 2023, 13% of students who took a UC San Diego math assessment could not perform at first-grade level., https://nypost.com/2025/11/13/opinion/college-kids-math-skills-worse-than-ever-blame-pass-the-buck-schools?utm_source=nypost&utm_campaign=android_nyp&utm_medium=social

[2] Cornell’s DEI Zombie Survived Trump Deal, https://legalinsurrection.com/2025/11/cornells-dei-zombie-survived-trump-deal/

[3] Psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert says that 75% of the patients he sees have a deep hatred for Trump and are “hyper fixated” on him., https://x.com/CollinRugg/status/1989389448434573525

[4] Fox News: Psychotherapist says 75% of his patients suffer from Trump Derangement Syndrome., https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1989423321004610006?s=46

[5] Detroit Lions Star Bows To Woke Rage Mob, Apologizes If His Trump Dance ‘Offended Anyone’, http://thefederalist.com/2025/11/13/detroit-lions-star-bows-to-woke-rage-mob-apologizes-if-his-trump-dance-offended-anyone/

[6] Who is Thomas Crooks?, https://x.com/TuckerCarlson/status/1989317393768951907