Chinese Nationals Arrested Over Plot To Recruit American Military Personnel

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Two Chinese nationals were arrested for allegedly working on behalf of a Chinese intelligence agency to recruit members of the United States military to betray America, the Justice Department announced.

The Justice Department said Tuesday that the FBI on June 27 had arrested 38-year-old Yuance Chen, a Chinese national who has legal permanent residency in Oregon, and 39-year-old Liren “Ryan” Lai, a Chinese national who entered the country on a tourist visa in April. Both were charged with operating within the United States as an agent of a foreign government without notifying the attorney general.

The criminal complaint against them says that they were working on behalf of the Ministry of State Security (MSS), Communist China’s primary foreign intelligence service. Specifically, they are accused of attempting to recruit members of the Navy to be assets for the MSS. Click here to read more.

 

America Has Plenty of Experience With Government-Run Stores, and It Isn't Pretty

In the recently concluded Democratic primary for New York City mayor, state Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani emerged victorious, beating out former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, among others, for the nomination.

One proposal that galvanized both supporters and opponents was Mamdani's plan to open five city-owned grocery stores—one in each borough. In a campaign video, he called the stores a "public option" like in health care; he said they would not pay rent or property taxes, they would "operate without a profit motive," and their "mission [would be] lower prices, not price gouging." (As of January 2025, the grocery industry's average net profit margin was under 2 percent.)

Some have come to Mamdani's defense, saying city-owned grocery stores are not as radical as they sound—in fact, some states already have them, without becoming socialist hellscapes. Some have compared this plan to states that control liquor sales. But in each case, the comparison is unflattering to Mamdani's proposal. Click here to read more.

 

Saginaw, Michigan city councilwoman convicted of election fraud — but will serve out term

Saginaw City Councilwoman Monique Lamar-Silvia, convicted last week of felonies including forging signatures on election petitions, is expected to continue to serve out her City Council term, at least until she’s recalled or sentenced to prison.

A jury in Saginaw County Circuit Court on Friday convicted Lamar-Silvia and former council candidate Eric Eggleston of multiple felony and misdemeanor charges stemming from the July 23, 2024 incident caught on video at City Hall.

Saginaw City Councilwoman Monique Lamar-Silvia, convicted last week of felonies including forging signatures on election petitions, is expected to continue to serve out her City Council term, at least until she’s recalled or sentenced to prison.

A jury in Saginaw County Circuit Court on Friday convicted Lamar-Silvia and former council candidate Eric Eggleston of multiple felony and misdemeanor charges stemming from the July 23, 2024 incident caught on video at City Hall.

It took the jury just two hours to reach a verdict following a two-day trial that pit the former allies against each other, with Lamar-Silvia arguing the evidence against her is circumstantial, and Eggleston alleging he had nothing to do with the forged signatures on his nominating petition for city council. Click here to read more.

 

Noncitizens on Food Stamps in Michigan Jumped 60% in 2023

LANSING, Mich - The state of Michigan saw a 60% increase in the number of noncitizens receiving food benefits in 2023.

That’s the most recent data released from the U.S. Department of Agriculture on citizenship status of people enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

The USDA states that illegal immigrants are not eligible for the supplemental food program. Michigan’s noncitizens on SNAP increased from 20,000 in 2022 to 32,000 in 2023, a 60% increase.

The number of noncitizens refugees in this state jumped from 8,000 in 2022 to 15,000 in 2023. The number of other noncitizens increased from 12,000 to 17,000.

Noncitizens include refugees who are defined as individuals admitted as refugees or granted asylum or a stay of deportation. Click here to read more.

 

Father defends right to build go-kart track for son on his property

ELLICOTT CITY, Md. (WJZ) – A Maryland father is in court defending the go-kart track he built on his property for his son.

Unhappy neighbors and environmental concerns are hindering the track’s use and permit approval.

Sang Oh, Chris Siperko’s attorney, called up two experts: Robert Vogel, a civil engineer and Jeffrey Straw, a vibration and acoustic consultant.

Oh and the experts shared why Siperko’s conditional use application for his go-kart race track should be approved, going over the standards under Howard County code, like noise and odors.

Vogel said the fumes released into the air by the track should not be an issue.

G. Macy Nelson, the lawyer representing Siperko’s neighbors, honed in on the environmental impact of the track.

“This is a paved track, over a dirt track maybe we would look at that, but this is a paved track,” he said.

He noted the existing track is on wetlands and that the track could potentially encroach on neighboring properties. Click here to read more.

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Alleged Intruder Uses Brass Knuckles to Break Window, Then Gets Shot Dead

An alleged intruder who used brass knuckles to beat against a front door and break a window just before midnight Friday in Missouri was shot multiple times by the homeowner and killed.

KFVS 12 reported that the homeowner, Austin Glastetter, was in the house with his wife at the time of the incident.

Glastetter told the suspect, 31-year-old John Fisher, that he was armed, but Fisher allegedly responded by saying, “You’ll have to kill me.” Glastetter then shot Fisher multiple times.

The Scott County Sheriff’s Office issued a release noting that deputies arrived on the scene to find Fisher deceased.

In another portion of the release, the Sheriff’s Office observed, “Based on initial findings, the homeowner’s actions appear to have been justified in defense of themselves and their household. The safety and protection of one’s home is a fundamental right. Click here to read more.

 

Pramila Jayapal shocked to learn it gets hot in summer, argues mild temps mean climate change

This just in: it gets hot during the summer. Sometimes, it’s even hotter than average. It’s a truly stunning revelation, and we should all be grateful to far-left Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Seattle) for her meteorological expertise.

Jayapal posted an image of a weather map of the U.S. showing temperatures like Seattle at 71 degrees, San Francisco at 66 degrees, Detroit at 81 degrees, and New York at 92 degrees. This is standard summer weather.

The Squad grandmother shared her profound insight on X, where she spends all day in lieu of governing.

One expects a certain level of hyperbole from politicians, but she does this daily on all topics, leaving reasonable people to believe she’s simply lazy and unhinged. A cursory glance at the very map she posted reveals a reality that contradicts her alarmist proclamation. While Boston and New York were bracing for a heat wave, with temperatures slightly above normal, Jayapal’s own backyard was enjoying a perfectly pleasant day. Click here to read more.

 

ICE Officials Slam CNN For Promoting App That Helps Illegals Dodge Federal Agents

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials say CNN has endangered the lives of federal agents after the news network promoted an iPhone app used to “track ICE activity in real time” in an article published on Monday.

Called ICEBlock, CNN noted that the app encourages users to report ICE sightings and pinpoint the locations of federal agents to help illegal aliens avoid arrest.

“Users can tap the map to report an ICE sighting in their area, and then everybody who uses the platform within five miles of that sighting will get a push alert,” a CNN reporter said before adding that the application’s users remain anonymous.

The app reportedly has more than 20,000 users. The developer behind it describes the platform as an “early warning system.” Click here to read more.

 

Child falls overboard Disney cruise, father jumps to save her, reports say

(Gray News) – A child is safe after reportedly falling overboard from the fourth deck of a Disney cruise ship Sunday.

The girl’s father is being called a hero after he is said to have jumped in after his daughter to save her, according to several media outlets including USA TODAY and CBS News.

The cruise ship was returning to Fort Lauderdale after a four-night cruise in the Bahamas when the dramatic rescue took place.

“The Crew aboard the Disney Dream swiftly rescued two guests from the water,” Disney Cruise Line said in a statement issued to USA Today. “We commend our crew members for their exceptional skills and prompt actions, which ensured the safe return of both guests to the ship within minutes.” Click here to read more.

 

Milwaukee officer dies from injuries days after being ambushed

MILWAUKEE — A Milwaukee Police Department officer died from injuries he sustained after being ambushed while responding to a weapons call, the department announced.

Officer Kendall I. Corder, 32, was shot while approaching a man on foot on June 26. He died from his wounds on June 29.

Corder and another officer were unexpectedly fired upon in an alley while approaching the suspect, according to police. Both officers were struck and unable to return fire.

Corder was transported to a hospital where he later died. The second officer, a 29-year-old with over six years of service, was also transported to a hospital where he was treated and released.

The suspect was identified as a 22-year-old man. Police said he was arrested without further incident. Click here to read more.

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Alleged Intruder Uses Brass Knuckles to Break Window, Then Gets Shot Dead

An alleged intruder who used brass knuckles to beat against a front door and break a window just before midnight Friday in Missouri was shot multiple times by the homeowner and killed.

KFVS 12 reported that the homeowner, Austin Glastetter, was in the house with his wife at the time of the incident.

Glastetter told the suspect, 31-year-old John Fisher, that he was armed, but Fisher allegedly responded by saying, “You’ll have to kill me.” Glastetter then shot Fisher multiple times.

The Scott County Sheriff’s Office issued a release noting that deputies arrived on the scene to find Fisher deceased.

In another portion of the release, the Sheriff’s Office observed, “Based on initial findings, the homeowner’s actions appear to have been justified in defense of themselves and their household. The safety and protection of one’s home is a fundamental right. Click here to read more.

 

Pramila Jayapal shocked to learn it gets hot in summer, argues mild temps mean climate change

This just in: it gets hot during the summer. Sometimes, it’s even hotter than average. It’s a truly stunning revelation, and we should all be grateful to far-left Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Seattle) for her meteorological expertise.

Jayapal posted an image of a weather map of the U.S. showing temperatures like Seattle at 71 degrees, San Francisco at 66 degrees, Detroit at 81 degrees, and New York at 92 degrees. This is standard summer weather.

The Squad grandmother shared her profound insight on X, where she spends all day in lieu of governing.

One expects a certain level of hyperbole from politicians, but she does this daily on all topics, leaving reasonable people to believe she’s simply lazy and unhinged. A cursory glance at the very map she posted reveals a reality that contradicts her alarmist proclamation. While Boston and New York were bracing for a heat wave, with temperatures slightly above normal, Jayapal’s own backyard was enjoying a perfectly pleasant day. Click here to read more.

 

ICE Officials Slam CNN For Promoting App That Helps Illegals Dodge Federal Agents

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials say CNN has endangered the lives of federal agents after the news network promoted an iPhone app used to “track ICE activity in real time” in an article published on Monday.

Called ICEBlock, CNN noted that the app encourages users to report ICE sightings and pinpoint the locations of federal agents to help illegal aliens avoid arrest.

“Users can tap the map to report an ICE sighting in their area, and then everybody who uses the platform within five miles of that sighting will get a push alert,” a CNN reporter said before adding that the application’s users remain anonymous.

The app reportedly has more than 20,000 users. The developer behind it describes the platform as an “early warning system.” Click here to read more.

 

Child falls overboard Disney cruise, father jumps to save her, reports say

(Gray News) – A child is safe after reportedly falling overboard from the fourth deck of a Disney cruise ship Sunday.

The girl’s father is being called a hero after he is said to have jumped in after his daughter to save her, according to several media outlets including USA TODAY and CBS News.

The cruise ship was returning to Fort Lauderdale after a four-night cruise in the Bahamas when the dramatic rescue took place.

“The Crew aboard the Disney Dream swiftly rescued two guests from the water,” Disney Cruise Line said in a statement issued to USA Today. “We commend our crew members for their exceptional skills and prompt actions, which ensured the safe return of both guests to the ship within minutes.” Click here to read more.

 

Milwaukee officer dies from injuries days after being ambushed

MILWAUKEE — A Milwaukee Police Department officer died from injuries he sustained after being ambushed while responding to a weapons call, the department announced.

Officer Kendall I. Corder, 32, was shot while approaching a man on foot on June 26. He died from his wounds on June 29.

Corder and another officer were unexpectedly fired upon in an alley while approaching the suspect, according to police. Both officers were struck and unable to return fire.

Corder was transported to a hospital where he later died. The second officer, a 29-year-old with over six years of service, was also transported to a hospital where he was treated and released.

The suspect was identified as a 22-year-old man. Police said he was arrested without further incident. Click here to read more.