[Sunday, November 23] US News Headlines from r/Conservative

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By Dr. Headline, HeadlineSquare
November 23, 2025

Executive Summary

Foreign Policy: The White House rejected a “Russian wish list” peace plan, while a French general warned allies to prepare for war casualties. The U.S. also launched new operations in Venezuela, causing six airlines to halt flights.
National Security: President Trump announced plans to designate the Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization as reports warn of resurgent ISIS activity and online threats to academics.
Executive Branch: The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), founded by Elon Musk, was quietly dissolved.
Domestic Politics: The President accused Democrats of “sedition” for allegedly encouraging military defiance, while impeachment calls persist.
Judiciary: The Supreme Court blocked a lower court ruling that found Texas’s congressional map to be racially biased.

1. Foreign Policy & National Security

1.1. US Rejects “Russian” Peace Plan Amid Allied War Preparations

A significant disconnect is emerging between the United States and its European allies regarding pathways to resolving major international conflict. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has forcefully rejected a widely circulated peace proposal, stating unequivocally, “The peace plan is not America’s. It is a Russian wish list that was leaked” [1]. This public disavowal signals a firm administration stance against diplomatic terms it views as originating from an adversary, effectively removing that specific option from the table for U.S.-backed negotiations.

This American rejection of a diplomatic track coincides with increasingly severe warnings from European military leadership. A senior French General has made a stark public statement, cautioning that allied nations must be “‘Prepared to Accept Losing Children’ to War” [2]. This assessment from a key NATO partner suggests that military commands are preparing their domestic populations for the possibility of a high-casualty conflict, indicating a belief that a diplomatic off-ramp is either unlikely or insufficient. The juxtaposition of the U.S. dismissing a peace plan while a core ally prepares for significant human cost underscores a potentially divergent strategic outlook.

References:
[1] Rubio: The peace plan is not America’s. It is a Russian wish list that was leaked., https://nypost.com/2025/11/22/world-news/marco-rubio-told-us-senators-that-ukraine-peace-plan-was-not-americas-but-a-russian-wish-list/
[2] Be ‘Prepared to Accept Losing Children’ to War Says French General, https://www.breitbart.com/europe/2025/11/21/be-prepared-to-accept-losing-children-to-war-says-french-general/

1.2. Administration to Target Muslim Brotherhood as New Terror Threats Emerge

The Trump administration is set to take a significant step in its counter-terrorism policy by formally targeting a major political and social movement. In a direct statement to Just the News, President Trump confirmed he intends to “designate [the] Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization” [1]. This planned designation would escalate pressure on the global Islamist group and its affiliates, representing a major fulfillment of a long-standing goal for some foreign policy hawks and altering diplomatic relations with nations where the group is active.

This action comes as other global threats manifest. A website has reportedly surfaced offering “$100K bounties on the heads of hundreds of Israeli academics” located across the globe, including in the United States [2]. This represents a direct and tangible threat, introducing a vigilante, crowd-sourced element to international terrorism. Simultaneously, a security analysis in The Spectator warns that “Isis is stirring once more,” suggesting a potential revitalization of the terror group’s operational capabilities [3]. Together, these reports paint a complex threat landscape, where the administration is moving decisively against an established organization while new, decentralized threats and older enemies appear to be re-emerging.

References:
[1] Trump tells Just the News he will designate Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization, https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/all-things-trump/trump-says-he-will-designate-muslim-brotherhood-terrorist
[2] Website reportedly puts $100K bounties on the heads of hundreds of Israeli academics around the world – including the US, https://nypost.com/2025/11/22/world-news/website-reportedly-puts-100k-bounties-on-the-heads-of-hundreds-of-israeli-academics-around-the-world-including-the-us/
[3] Isis is stirring once more, https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/isis-is-stirring-once-more/

1.3. U.S. Launches New Venezuela Operations, Triggering Air-Travel Shutdown

The United States has reportedly initiated a significant, albeit undefined, policy escalation concerning Venezuela. According to a Reuters report, the U.S. is set to “launch [a] new phase of Venezuela operations” [1]. The headline provides no specific details on whether these operations are diplomatic, economic, or military, creating ambiguity about the full scope and objectives of the U.S. posture.

However, the action has produced immediate and concrete international consequences. In direct response to an unspecified “US warning,” six international airlines have abruptly canceled all flights to Venezuela [2]. This coordinated move by commercial carriers indicates the U.S. advisory was perceived as possessing a high degree of urgency. The immediate disruption of air travel effectively begins to isolate the country, a tangible result of the new U.S. operational phase, even as the full details of the American strategy remain undisclosed.

References:
[1] Reuters: U.S. to launch new phase of Venezuela operations, https://www.livenowfox.com/video/1745561
[2] Six airlines cancel Venezuela flights after US warning, https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/2025/11/22/six-airlines-cancel-venezuela-flights-us-warning/

2. White House & Executive Branch

2.1. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Quietly Dissolved

A high-profile administrative body of the new administration, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has been shuttered. A Fortune report states the department, which was founded and initially led by tech czar Elon Musk, “has quietly ceased to exist well ahead of schedule” [1]. The term “quietly” suggests the dissolution was not accompanied by a formal public announcement, and the early termination suggests a change in plans or that its mission was considered complete. The closure marks an abrupt end for an agency positioned as a cornerstone of the administration’s plan to overhaul the federal bureaucracy. The reasons for its premature end are not specified in the reports.

References:
[1] DOGE has quietly ceased to exist well ahead of schedule, report says, https://fortune.com/2025/11/23/doge-elon-musk-federal-bureaucracy-budget-cuts-opm-headcount-staffing/

2.2. Presidential Engagements: A “Shock” Meeting and Golf Course Renovation

President Trump’s recent schedule included two notably different engagements. The first was a high-profile meeting with Zohran Mamdani, described in headlines as New York City’s “Islamist Socialist Democrat Mayor-Elect.” The New York Post characterized the meeting as a “shock” that offers “hope for NYC,” suggesting the engagement was both unexpected and seen by some as potentially constructive [1]. This event demonstrates a presidential willingness to engage directly with sharp ideological opponents.

Concurrently, the President is also reported to be “Teaming Up with Jack Nicklaus to Revamp ‘President’s Golf Course’ at Joint Base Andrews” [2]. This project, focused on a presidential amenity, stands in contrast to the politically charged meeting with Mamdani. The two events showcase a President simultaneously pursuing cross-aisle political outreach and personal legacy-style projects.

References:
[1] Trump’s meeting with Mamdani comes as a shock and promise that there is hope for NYC, http://nypost.com/2025/11/22/opinion/trumps-meeting-with-mamdani-comes-as-a-shock-and-promise-that-there-is-hope-for-nyc/
[2] Trump Teaming Up with Jack Nicklaus to Revamp ‘President’s Golf Course’ at Joint Base Andrews, https://www.breitbart.com/news/trump-teaming-up-with-jack-nicklaus-to-revamp-presidents-golf-course-at-joint-base-andrews/

2.3. Vice President Vance Defines “America First” Foreign Policy

Vice President JD Vance has publicly articulated the administration’s foreign policy framework, framing it as a direct repudiation of a past Republican consensus. In a statement to RealClearPolitics, Vance asserted, “The American People Don’t Want Stupid Wars, That Was The Republican Party Before Trump” [1]. This comment serves to reinforce the administration’s “America First” posture, creating a clear ideological dividing line with the party’s more interventionist wing and aligning foreign policy with non-interventionist populism. Separately, a report in a society publication notes Second Lady Usha Vance addressed “divorce speculation” that arose after she was seen without her wedding ring, a minor personal item noted during a week of major policy news [2].

References:
[1] Vance: The American People Don’t Want Stupid Wars, That Was The Republican Party Before Trump, https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2025/11/20/vance_the_american_people_dont_want_stupid_wars_that_was_the_republican_party_before_trump.html
[2] JD Vance’s wife, Usha, addresses divorce speculation after being seen without wedding ring, https://pagesix.com/2025/11/23/celebrity-news/jd-vances-wife-usha-addresses-divorce-speculation-after-being-seen-without-wedding-ring/

3. Congress & U.S. Politics

3.1. White House Alleges “Sedition” as Political Conflicts Intensify

Rhetorical and political conflicts between the executive and its opponents are reaching a critical pitch, with the President leveling accusations of “Sedition” [1]. President Trump’s charge targets Democrats who have reportedly told military members to defy what they determine to be ‘illegal orders.’ The accusation significantly raises the stakes in the ongoing battle over executive authority and the military’s role in domestic politics.

This escalation occurs in a complex political context. Following his meeting with President Trump, NYC Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani publicly reiterated his belief that the president is a “fascist” and “despot,” even while claiming they found agreement on the “most important issue facing NYC” [2, 3]. This shows that direct engagement is not necessarily easing ideological tensions. The conflict also continues in Congress, where Representative Al Green is “once again calling for the impeachment of President Donald Trump” [4], signaling that legislative efforts to remove the President have not ceased. Amid these events, one media outlet questions if Attorney General Pam Bondi is “MIA” on the President’s allegations of “Dem Treason,” suggesting a perceived lack of follow-up from the Justice Department [5].

References:
[1] ‘Sedition Is a Major Crime’: Trump Hammers Democrats Who Told Military to Defy ‘Illegal Orders’, https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/11/23/sedition-is-a-major-crime-president-trump-hammers-democrats-who-told-military-to-defy-illegal-orders/
[2] Zohran Mamdani says Trump is still a ‘fascist, despot’ — but claims they agree on most important issue facing NYC, https://nypost.com/2025/11/23/us-news/zohran-mamdani-says-trump-is-still-a-fascist-despot-but-claims-they-agree-on-most-important-issue-facing-nyc/
[3] NYC’s Islamist Socialist Democrat Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani says he still believes Trump is a ‘fascist’ and ‘despot’ after White House meeting, https://vinnews.com/2025/11/23/watch-mamdani-continues-to-call-trump-a-fascist-despite-friendly-white-house-meeting/
[4] Rep Al Green once again calling for the impeachment of President Donald Trump, https://x.com/tpantheman/status/1992413310965436630?s=46
[5] Pam Bondi MIA? Trump Rages at Dem Treason – Doubles Down on Lawless Lawmakers, Justice Coming!, https://www.rightjournalism.com/pam-bondi-mia-trump-rages-at-dem-treason-doubles-down-on-lawless-lawmakers-justice-coming/

3.2. Congressional Activities: Senate Ambitions and Fundraising Controversies

In congressional news, Representative Jasmine Crockett has signaled a potential electoral move. She is cited by Breitbart claiming that internal “Polling Says I Can Win Texas Senate Seat” [1]. This declaration positions her for a possible high-stakes challenge, potentially altering the landscape of the next Senate election cycle. Elsewhere, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faces scrutiny over her fundraising practices. A New York Post report alleges an email from her office soliciting donations for a holiday “turkey giveaway” for constituents instead directs funds “straight to her campaign coffers” [2]. This accusation of misdirected charitable asks could create political and ethical challenges for the Representative.

References:
[1] Crockett: Polling Says I Can Win Texas Senate Seat, https://www.breitbart.com/clips/2025/11/23/crockett-polling-says-i-can-win-texas-sentate-seat/
[2] AOC email seeks donations for turkey giveaway — but money goes straight to her campaign coffers, https://nypost.com/2025/11/22/us-news/aoc-email-seeks-donations-for-turkey-giveaway-but-money-goes-straight-to-her-campaign-coffers/

3.3. Political History & Investigations

Commentary on past political matters continues to surface, indicating a lasting focus on the actions of previous administrations. For example, commentator Chris Cuomo is highlighted for pointing out that sensitive files related to Jeffrey Epstein were never released under the Biden administration, a point Democrats may “Want Forgotten” according to one outlet [1]. Separately, a YouTube documentary series is re-examining the legacy of former President Barack Obama, posing the question of whether he was a “Unifier or Divider” in a video titled “Forgotten History” [2]. These reports show that historical political narratives and unresolved investigations remain potent topics in the current media environment.

References:
[1] Chris Cuomo Reminds Us All What Dems Want Forgotten About Epstein: They Never Released the Files Under Biden, https://www.westernjournal.com/chris-cuomo-reminds-us-dems-want-forgotten-epstein-never-released-files-biden/
[2] MOST CORRUPT SERIES: President Barack Obama | Unifier or Divider? Forgotten History, https://youtu.be/z4rrBLGedNg?si=5Teipy1378AzVS12

4. Judiciary, Law, & Public Safety

4.1. Higher Courts Block Rulings on Texas Redistricting and Immigration Detention

Federal courts have issued two major interventions that halt the implementation of lower court orders on highly contentious political issues. First, the U.S. Supreme Court acted to block a judicial order which had concluded that a new Texas congressional map was “likely racially biased” [1]. This stay prevents Texas from being forced to redraw its districts while the case proceeds, a significant procedural victory for state leadership that preserves the current map for now.

In a separate case, a federal appeals court has blocked an “activist district judge’s order to release hundreds of illegal immigrants arrested in [an] Illinois immigration crackdown” [2]. In both the Texas and Illinois cases, a higher court has paused a ruling that would have had immediate and significant social consequences, indicating a pattern of appellate-level skepticism towards lower court actions in sensitive areas and a preference for maintaining the status quo during litigation.

References:
[1] Supreme Court blocks order that found Texas congressional map is likely racially biased, https://nypost.com/2025/11/22/us-news/trump-backed-texas-congressional-map-supreme-court-blocks-lower-court-order-that-found-redistricting-racially-biased/
[2] Appeals court blocks activist district judge’s order to release hundreds of illegal immigrants arrested in Illinois immigration crackdown, https://www.wlfi.com/news/national/appeals-court-blocks-federal-judge-s-order-to-release-hundreds-of-immigrants-arrested-in-illinois/article_f06790af-a823-58d4-bf61-b934d657e285.html

4.2. Crime, Enforcement, and Public Safety Concerns

Violent crime has marred public holiday gatherings in two separate incidents. In Chicago, described as “Democrat-Run” in the headline, nine people were shot following the city’s downtown Christmas tree lighting ceremony [1]. In a similar event, a shootout at a North Carolina tree lighting ceremony resulted in four people being injured [2]. These violent events at community celebrations highlight ongoing public safety challenges.

On the law enforcement front, a single report notes that ICE agents arrested an illegal immigrant “selling counterfeit goods on Canal Street” in New York City [3]. This specific action is reported alongside broader ideological debates, such as an opinion piece in City Journal which makes the case that “Incarceration Works” [4], reflecting the continuing national conversation on crime, punishment, and enforcement strategies.

References:
[1] Democrat-Run Chicago: 9 Shot After Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting, https://www.breitbart.com/2nd-amendment/2025/11/22/democrat-run-chicago-9-shot-after-downtown-christmas-tree-lighting/
[2] Four Injured in Shootout at North Carolina Tree Lighting Ceremony, https://www.breitbart.com/2nd-amendment/2025/11/22/four-injured-shootout-north-carolina-tree-lighting-ceremony/
[3] ICE arrests illegal immigrant selling counterfeit goods on Canal Street, https://nypost.com/2025/11/22/us-news/ice-calls-nyc-a-revolving-door-for-criminal-illegal-aliens/
[4] Incarceration Works, https://www.city-journal.org/article/james-q-wilson-incarceration-crime

5. U.S. Economic Issues

5.1. Treasury Secretary Targets “Blue States” on Inflation Amid Local Wage Debates

The administration is publicly linking inflation to the policies of Democrat-led states. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly used a national television appearance on NBC to make a “Straight SAVAGE Point About Inflation and Blue States” [1]. This rhetoric frames state-level governance as a key driver of a national economic problem, drawing a sharp partisan line by placing responsibility on the policies of specific states. This federal messaging occurs as Maryland grapples with its own contentious economic debate. A push for a “$25 minimum wage in Maryland” is reportedly causing small businesses to “brace for economic fallout,” showcasing the real-world tensions between progressive wage policies and their potential impact on local economies [2].

References:
[1] Scott Bessent Stuns NBC’s Kristen Welker With Straight SAVAGE Point About Inflation and Blue States, https://twitchy.com/samj/2025/11/23/scott-bessent-stuns-nbcs-kristen-welker-being-straight-up-savage-about-inflation-and-blue-states-watch-n2422032
[2] Push for $25 minimum wage in Maryland has small businesses brace for economic fallout, https://foxbaltimore.com/news/local/push-minimum-wage-maryland-small-businesses-brace-for-economic-fallout-baltimore

5.2. Housing Policy Debates

A single headline concerns housing policy, presenting an ideological warning. An article from the website HotAir.com advises its readers to “Beware Housing Bills With Socialist Goals” [1]. The headline does not specify any particular federal or state legislation, offering only a broad caution against policies perceived as socialist. No further details on specific housing initiatives were available in the provided news feed.

References:
[1] Beware Housing Bills With Socialist Goals, https://hotair.com/betsy-mccaughey/2025/11/23/beware-housing-bills-with-socialist-goals-n3809176

6. Media, Culture, & Political Discourse

6.1. Media Criticism, Technology, and Satire

Reports on media and technology touch on platform functionality and perceived political bias. A Fox News report claims that “X’s new location feature” has been instrumental in exposing “apparent fraudster accounts posing as Americans, Gaza journalists” [1]. In media criticism, the outlet NewsBusters accuses TIME Magazine of ignoring Republican presidents in its “‘Best Of Person Of The Year’ Issue,” suggesting partisan bias in the magazine’s historical curation [2].

On the entertainment front, Breitbart reports that comedian Jay Leno’s ticket sales have seen a “Spike” since he dropped politics from his act, with the article quoting the sentiment that ‘Nobody wants to be lectured’ [3]. This is presented as evidence of audience fatigue with politicized entertainment. In political satire, The Babylon Bee published a piece joking that the “Average IQ In Congress [is] Expected To Rise Significantly After MTG Resigns” [4].

References:
[1] X’s new location feature exposes apparent fraudster accounts posing as Americans, Gaza journalists, https://www.foxnews.com/politics/xs-new-location-feature-exposes-apparent-fraudster-accounts-posing-americans-gaza-journalists
[2] TIME Magazine ‘Best Of Person Of The Year’ Issue Ignores Republican Presidents, https://www.newsbusters.org/blogs/nb/jeffrey-lord/2025/11/22/time-magazine-best-person-year-issue-ignores-republican-presidents
[3] Jay Leno Ticket Sales Spike After Dropping Politics from His Comedy Show: ‘Nobody Wants to Be Lectured’, https://www.breitbart.com/entertainment/2025/11/23/jay-leno-ticket-sales-spike-after-dropping-politics-from-his-comedy-show-nobody-wants-to-be-lectured/
[4] Average IQ In Congress Expected To Rise Rise Significantly After MTG Resigns, https://babylonbee.com/news/average-iq-in-congress-expected-to-rise-7000-points-after-mtg-resigns

A legislative effort in Ohio aims to influence public school curriculum regarding religion. According to The Center Square, Ohio lawmakers want to ensure teachers are aware they “can teach about the positive impact of religion, particularly Christianity, on American history” [1]. This state-level initiative appears alongside broader cultural commentaries, such as an American Spectator article titled “The Slow Suffocation of Christian America” [2]. A different ideological perspective is presented in an essay in Tablet Magazine titled “The Pornography of Resistance” [3]. Other headlines reference themes like gratitude and the first Thanksgiving [4, 5], reflecting the holiday week.

References:
[1] Ohio lawmakers want teachers to know they can teach about the positive impact of religion, particularly Christianity, on American history., https://www.thecentersquare.com/ohio/article_bfe360c9-93fa-4460-9089-98ec0337c29b.html
[2] The Slow Suffocation of Christian America, https://spectator.org/the-slow-suffocation-of-christian-america/
[3] The Pornography of Resistance, https://www.tabletmag.com/sections/arts-letters/articles/pornography-resistance-omar-akkad
[4] Gratitude: The Quiet Path to Joy – Gratitude is said to be one of humanity’s oldest forms of wisdom—simple enough to express in a moment, yet powerful enough to shift the course of a life., https://townhall.com/columnists/alexmcfarland/2025/11/23/gratitude-the-quiet-path-to-joy-n2666851
[5] Our Nation’s First Thanksgiving Proclamation: NOT Namby-Pamby, https://townhall.com/columnists/jerrynewcombe/2025/11/23/our-nations-first-thanksgiving-proclamation-not-namby-pamby-n2666722