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Fueling The U.S. Economy Through The EB-5 Investor Immigrant Program

The EB-5 investor immigrant program ​is fuelling the U.S. economy. Its purpose is straightforward—and its impact is significant. A foreign investor invests $800,000 into a Targeted Employment Area (TEA)—which includes rural communities, high-unemployment areas, or infrastructure projects—or $1,050,000 in other locations. If this investment results in or maintains at least 10 full-time U.S. jobs, the investor (along with their spouse and unmarried children under 21) qualifies for conditional permanent residency, which can change to permanent status after two years.

Since its inception in 1990, the EB-5 program has invested tens of billions of dollars into the American economy, supporting local redevelopment, healthcare, energy, and numerous other initiatives. Invest in the USA (IIUSA) estimates that, between 2008 and 2015 alone, EB-5 generated over $20 billion in foreign direct investment, creating U.S. jobs. A June 2025 study by IIUSA and Fourth Economy highlights ongoing impact through 2019, the most recent data available. Click here to read more.

 

Group wants Ohio State investigated for DEI violations

A national group focused on eliminating what it calls activism from schools wants the Ohio State University to be investigated for continuing to require diversity, equity and inclusion classes.

In a letter, Defending Education asked Attorney General Dave Yost to investigate OSU, saying a whistleblower provided a screenshot of Ohio State’s student registration portal that shows a “race, ethnicity and gender diversity” requirement still existed as of Oct. 14.

In June, Senate Bill 1 took effect in Ohio, prohibiting DEI classes and trainers at schools across the state.

“We ask that the Office of the Attorney General of Ohio promptly investigate the mandatory coursework at The Ohio State University, act swiftly to remedy any unlawful policies and practices, and order appropriate relief,” Defending Education President Nicole Kelly wrote to Yost.

Ohio State Assistant Vice President of Media and Public Relations Benjamin Johnson told The Center Square the university is aware of the letter and in contact with Yost. He also said OSU is in compliance. Click here to read more.

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IRS must focus on nonprofit political violence and the deep state

The IRS is the most unaccountable and bloated agency in the federal government. More importantly, it has failed to address nonprofit groups facilitating political violence tied to Antifa as well as deep state actors that view the service as a playground for targeting. The Trump administration just announced that it will furlough 34,429 IRS employees. This should be the first step in a house cleaning that is long overdue for the government’s least popular agency.

First, the IRS continues to look the other way when nonprofits incite violence. Last weekend, organized rioters attacked ICE agents in Chicago, where officers “were rammed by vehicles and boxed in by 10 cars,” according to Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security Tricia McLaughlin. Click here to read more.

 

AG James launches portal to collect photos, videos of ICE activity in NY

New York (WRGB) — New York Attorney General Letitia James is urging residents to share photos and videos of federal immigration enforcement actions in the state following a reported Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid on Canal Street in New York City.

In a release, James announced the launch of a new online reporting portal through the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) where New Yorkers can submit documentation of ICE activity for review.

AG James said,

 

Audit reveals flaws in Michigan State Police’s sex offender registry oversight

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — There are potentially thousands of incorrect addresses and instances of improper data validation within Michigan’s Sex Offender Registry, which is maintained by Michigan State Police, according to a new report by the Michigan Office of the Auditor General.

As of July 2024, the registry had 32,215 registrants who need to actively verify their address.

Of a conducted sample of 48 sex offenders, the report found 12 (25%) with unverified addresses. Other sex offenders on the state’s registry were found to be with missing or incorrect conviction information.

These inaccuracies mean a sex offender could wrongfully be taken off the registry earlier than required.

In addition to inaccuracies, the state audit found Michigan State Police’s security over the state’s sex offender registry is not effective.

The audit revealed 80% of sampled state users with registry access could not access authorization forms on record. Click here to read more.

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Woman Shoots, Kills Alleged Groper Inside Beauty Store

A woman shot and killed a man in a beauty store in Compton, California, Sunday after he had allegedly groped another female and threatened employees.

The incident occurred shortly before 3:30 p.m.

KTLA reported that the man “followed a female customer into a beauty supply store and groped her, prompting employees at the establishment to demand he leave the premises.”

He allegedly threatened death on customers and employees alike, and witnesses believed he was armed with a knife.

Another female customer in the store who feared for her life and the lives of others retrieved a gun and shot the man.

In a news release, the Law Angeles County Sheriff’s Department noted that a 911 call was placed and prior to deputies’ arrival “the call was updated indicating there was gunshot victim at the location.”

Compton Fire Department personnel responded and pronounced the male deceased on scene.

The LASD is asking any witnesses who have yet to come forward to please contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau. Click here to read more.

 

Johnson’s “Protecting Chicago” budget proposes nearly $500M in tax hikes

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled his $16.6 billion budget for fiscal year 2026, covering a $1.14 billion deficit with massive tax hikes, temporary spending adjustments and one-time revenue fixes.

While Johnson kept his promise not to raise property taxes and eliminated the grocery tax, his plan targets the “ultra rich” through a spate of progressive tax measures. He calls it “Protecting Chicago”

Instead of new taxes that risk driving away investment and making Chicago’s already dire economic situation worse, Johnson should protect the city by curbing spending and making it easier for the economy – not the tax burden – to grow.

Even as total spending falls because of waning federal grant revenue, the city’s corporate fund will expand to nearly $6.1 billion, $270 million higher than last year’s budget. Click here to read more.

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FAA puts permanent 24/7 no-fly zone around Mar-a-Lago due to safety concerns

PALM BEACH, Fla. – The Federal Aviation Administration has imposed permanent flight restrictions around Mar-a-Lago, significantly altering air traffic patterns near Palm Beach International Airport for “special security reasons.”

Effective Oct. 20, the FAA implemented a 24/7, year-round flight restriction within a one-nautical-mile radius of Mar-a-Lago, regardless of whether President Donald Trump is in town. The airspace limitation, which had previously only been enforced during presidential visits, now applies at all times.

The flight ban applies to all aircraft, including general aviation and drones. When Trump is in residence, additional restrictions expand the no-fly zone to a 10-nautical-mile radius.

Palm Beach County Commissioner Gregg Weiss issued a public notice on Facebook alerting residents to the change, warning that it will affect aircraft routes in and out of PBIA. Click here to read more.

 

Audit Uncovers Safety Violations on Michigan School Buses

LANSING, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – The Michigan State Police (MSP) and Michigan Department of Education (MDE) have failed to enforce safety standards for school buses, according to a state audit report released in April 2025.

The Office of the Auditor General reviewed select school buses and school drivers statewide between 2019 and 2023, and found that many school bus drivers lack the qualifications to drive a bus and many school buses were not inspected often enough. The report found fault with both MDE, which is responsible for enforcing school bus driver training and laws, and the MSP, which is responsible for conducting annual inspections on school buses.

According to the report, 69% of 242 surveyed bus drivers could not provide documentation demonstrating their qualifications, and 6% of all 1,936 active bus drivers in the state did not have a license to operate a bus. Click here to read more.

 

Audit reveals flaws in Michigan State Police’s sex offender registry oversight

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — There are potentially thousands of incorrect addresses and instances of improper data validation within Michigan’s Sex Offender Registry, which is maintained by Michigan State Police, according to a new report by the Michigan Office of the Auditor General.

As of July 2024, the registry had 32,215 registrants who need to actively verify their address.

Of a conducted sample of 48 sex offenders, the report found 12 (25%) with unverified addresses. Other sex offenders on the state’s registry were found to be with missing or incorrect conviction information.

These inaccuracies mean a sex offender could wrongfully be taken off the registry earlier than required.

In addition to inaccuracies, the state audit found Michigan State Police’s security over the state’s sex offender registry is not effective.

The audit revealed 80% of sampled state users with registry access could not access authorization forms on record. Click here to read more.

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Michigan health employee approved, denied benefits without interviews

A state of Michigan employee ghosted low-income residents, falsified documents multiple times, and approved and denied benefits without interviews. Still, it took the state years to fire him, according to a months-long investigation by Michigan Capitol Confidential.

Ashanta Butler worked for the state of Michigan’s health department for 23 years before he was fired for not doing his job, according to hundreds of pages of documents CapCon obtained through a records request.

For years, Michigan’s payment error rate for welfare benefits — how often it inaccurately awards them — has fluctuated. In fiscal year 2022, it was 13%. The next year, it dropped to 10%, and this year it’s 9.53%.

“After several complaints from clients were received, a review of Mr. Butler’s cases revealed that he was not completing scheduled interviews prior to approving or denying benefits,” the terminal letter read. “Of the 17 cases read, 7 cases were certified without completing and/or documenting an interview, 4 cases documented an interview but there were no calls to/from the client on the dates documented. In 11 cases, he failed to call the clients on their scheduled interview date/time resulting in them being marked ‘no show’ in Bridges. 3 cases were processed with no IG and 4 cases were processed with other errors.” Click here to read more.

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Kristi Noem defends $170M purchase of Gulfstream jets for DHS leaders

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defended a contract to spend more than $170 million on new jets for the U.S. Coast Guard, including one that will be used for the secretary’s travel.

The Department of Homeland Security has faced criticism from congressional Democrats for entering into a contract to build the jets amid the government shutdown.

Noem brushed that aside Monday, noting the funding was previously appropriated.

“These aircraft are Coast Guard aircraft to replace 25-year-old airplanes that are necessary for the mission of the Coast Guard. Congress appropriated the dollars and paid for them in the ‘big, beautiful bill,’ and we’re grateful that we’re able to move forward,” she said during a press conference.

The funding for the jets came from a last-minute line item inserted into congressional appropriations in May, sparking scrutiny from Democrats given that Noem already had a plane — one both Noem and the Coast Guard have said is part of an aging fleet.

House Appropriations Committee ranking member Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) and Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.) on Sunday requested additional information on the purchase. Click here to read more.

 

Recalled Burritos Linked to National School Lunch Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Michigan News Source) – Check your freezer, refrigerator, and your child’s breakfast and lunch program at school. A California-based company is recalling more than 91,000 pounds of ready-to-eat frozen breakfast burritos and wraps containing eggs due to a possible Listeria contamination.

M.C.I. Foods said it made the frozen breakfast burritos and wraps between Sept. 17 and Oct. 14, 2025.

They span across three labels: El Mas Fino, Los Cabos and Midamar. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service said officials found the contamination during routine sampling of the “scrambled egg component. Some of these recalled burritos are included in the USDA’s National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.

No illnesses have been reported in connection to the recall; health officials encourage anyone with symptoms to contact a healthcare provider. The bacteria can cause a serious infection that includes fever, muscle aches, headaches, stiff neck, confusion and loss of balance. Click here to read more.

 

Chicago teacher’s gestures at ‘No Kings’ protests mocks Charlie Kirk’s death

WASHINGTON — A Chicago elementary school shut down its website after one of its teachers was caught on camera at the No Kings protest in Chicago this weekend making violent gestures directed at a pickup truck driven by conservative counter protesters.

The less than ten-second video was taken by one of the passengers inside of the truck, which displayed a banner honoring Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated last month. The video shows a woman, who was identified as Lucy Martinez, pointing her fingers in the shape of a gun at her neck and yelling at the truck. She reportedly made this gesture at least three times while surrounded by other No Kings protesters. The gestures made by Martinez, a teacher at Nathan Hale Elementary School, was widely interrupted to be mocking Kirk, who died of a gunshot wound to the neck.

The video has millions of views, garnering the criticisms of Congressional lawmakers and media personalities alike.

“These people have been polluting American children,” GOP Congressman Chip Roy posted on X, homing in on the fact that Martinez is a public school teacher. “School Choice is important - but it’s bailing water out of a sinking boat with a massive hole in it. We need to simultaneously clean out our schools of this garbage and it’s not just Chicago.” Click here to read more.

 

Supreme Court will consider whether people who regularly smoke pot can legally own guns

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court said on Monday that it will consider whether people who regularly smoke marijuana can legally own guns, the latest firearm case to come before the court since its 2022 decision expanding gun rights.

President Donald Trump’s administration asked the justices to revive a case against a Texas man charged with a felony because he allegedly had a gun in his home and acknowledged being a regular pot user. The Justice Department appealed after a lower court largely struck down a law that bars people who use any illegal drugs from having guns.

Last year, a jury convicted Hunter Biden of violating the law, among other charges. His father, then-President Joe Biden, later pardoned him.

Arguments probably will take place early in 2026, with a decision likely by early summer.

he Republican administration favors Second Amendment rights, but government attorneys argued that this ban is a justifiable restriction.

They asked the court to reinstate a case against Ali Danial Hemani. His lawyers got the felony charge tossed out after the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found that the blanket ban is unconstitutional under the Supreme Court’s expanded view of gun rights. The appellate judges found it could still be used against people accused of being high and armed at the same time, though.

Hemani’s attorneys argue the broadly written law puts millions of people at risk of technical violations since at least 20% of Americans have tried pot, according to government health data. About half of states legalized recreational marijuana, but it’s still illegal under federal law. Click here to read more.