THE ESSEX FILES: House Says ‘Not Now’ to War Powers Fight As Iran Conflict Intensifies
https://redstate.com/brad-essex/2026/04/18/the-essex-files-house-says-not-now-to-war-powers-fight-as-iran-conflict-intensifies-n2201381
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THE ESSEX FILES: House Says ‘Not Now’ to War Powers Fight As Iran Conflict Intensifies
House narrowly rejects resolution limiting presidential war powers in Iran conflict amid ongoing US-Israeli operations.
The Pentagon Blacklisted Anthropic. Federal Agencies Are Using It Anyway
https://redstate.com/ben-smith/2026/04/18/pentagon-blacklisted-anthropic-federal-agencies-are-using-it-anyway-n2201421
https://redstate.com/ben-smith/2026/04/18/pentagon-blacklisted-anthropic-federal-agencies-are-using-it-anyway-n2201421
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The Pentagon Blacklisted Anthropic. Federal Agencies Are Using It Anyway
Federal agencies are testing Anthropic’s AI as the White House negotiates access despite the ban.
Supreme Court Sides With Chevron in $745M Louisiana Case
https://redstate.com/joesquire/2026/04/18/supreme-court-sides-with-chevron-in-745m-louisiana-case-n2201422
https://redstate.com/joesquire/2026/04/18/supreme-court-sides-with-chevron-in-745m-louisiana-case-n2201422
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Supreme Court Sides With Chevron in $745M Louisiana Case
Supreme Court rules Chevron can move $745M Louisiana coastal damage lawsuit to federal court.
Sickening: Jury Sobs While Listening to Last Moments of 7-Year-Old's Life in TX Capital Murder Case
https://redstate.com/beccalower/2026/04/18/jury-members-hear-the-heartbreaking-last-words-of-7-year-old-girl-in-trial-of-confessed-killer-n2201414
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Sickening: Jury Sobs While Listening to Last Moments of 7-Year-Old's Life in TX Capital Murder Case
Jury sobs as audio of 7-year-old Athena Strand's last moments is played in Texas capital murder trial.
Iranian Navy Fires On Two Vessels in Strait of Hormuz Demonstrating That Waterway Is Not Open
https://redstate.com/streiff/2026/04/18/iranian-navy-fires-on-two-vessels-in-strait-of-hormuz-demonstrating-that-waterway-is-not-open-n2201427
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Iranian Navy Fires On Two Vessels in Strait of Hormuz Demonstrating That Waterway Is Not Open
Iranian Navy fires on vessels in Strait of Hormuz, asserting control and denying open passage.
New Report: Supreme Court Conservatives Alito, Thomas, Dig in for the Long Haul
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/new-supreme-court-conservatives-alito-thomas-dig-in-for-the-long-haul-n2201428
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/new-supreme-court-conservatives-alito-thomas-dig-in-for-the-long-haul-n2201428
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New Report: Supreme Court Conservatives Alito, Thomas, Dig in for the Long Haul
Justices Alito and Thomas, conservative Supreme Court stalwarts, plan to remain on the bench for the foreseeable future.
Roofs Stripped, Trees Uprooted: Tornadoes Hit Midwest Hard, More on the Way
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/roofs-stripped-trees-uprooted-tornadoes-hit-midwest-hard-more-on-the-way-n2201430
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/roofs-stripped-trees-uprooted-tornadoes-hit-midwest-hard-more-on-the-way-n2201430
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Roofs Stripped, Trees Uprooted: Tornadoes Hit Midwest Hard, More on the Way
Severe tornadoes and storms hit the Midwest, causing major damage and power outages, with more storms expected soon.
Why Bending the Knee Is Futile – Washington Commanders Are STILL Under Fire from Native Tribes
https://redstate.com/bradslager/2026/04/18/why-bending-the-knee-is-futile-washington-commanders-are-still-under-fire-from-native-tribes-n2201431
https://redstate.com/bradslager/2026/04/18/why-bending-the-knee-is-futile-washington-commanders-are-still-under-fire-from-native-tribes-n2201431
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Why Bending the Knee Is Futile – Washington Commanders Are STILL Under Fire from Native Tribes
Washington Commanders face ongoing criticism from Native tribes over new logo and name changes.
Seattle's Homelessness and Open-Air Drug Use Crisis Now Exploding Under Socialism
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/seattles-homelessness-and-open-air-drug-use-crisis-now-exploding-under-socialism-n2201432
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/seattles-homelessness-and-open-air-drug-use-crisis-now-exploding-under-socialism-n2201432
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Seattle's Homelessness and Open-Air Drug Use Crisis Now Exploding Under Socialism
Seattle faces a worsening homelessness and open-air drug crisis under socialist Mayor Katie Wilson's administration.
Report: Trump Planning to Drop Another Hammer on Iran and Their Ships
https://redstate.com/nick-arama/2026/04/18/us-to-seize-iranian-ships-n2201429
https://redstate.com/nick-arama/2026/04/18/us-to-seize-iranian-ships-n2201429
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Report: Trump Planning to Drop Another Hammer on Iran and Their Ships
Trump plans to intensify pressure on Iran with naval actions amid ongoing blockade and economic sanctions.
The Left’s Shiny New Sales Pitch Can’t Hide Socialism’s Brutal Track Record
https://redstate.com/redstate-guest-editorial/2026/04/18/socialisms-shiny-box-the-same-old-trap-n2199271
https://redstate.com/redstate-guest-editorial/2026/04/18/socialisms-shiny-box-the-same-old-trap-n2199271
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The Left’s Shiny New Sales Pitch Can’t Hide Socialism’s Brutal Track Record
An analysis of socialism's impact, warning against its promises of fairness and loss of freedom.
New: A Beer a Day Keeps the Blues Away, but Moderation Is Key
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/new-a-beer-a-day-keeps-the-blues-away-but-moderation-is-key-n2201434
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/new-a-beer-a-day-keeps-the-blues-away-but-moderation-is-key-n2201434
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New: A Beer a Day Keeps the Blues Away, but Moderation Is Key
Moderate beer drinking can support heart health and happiness, but moderation is essential for balanced living.
Ilhan Omar's New Magic Filing Trick: $30M Disappears Faster Than Her Principles
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/ilhan-omars-new-magic-filing-trick-30m-disappears-faster-than-her-principles-n2201436
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/ilhan-omars-new-magic-filing-trick-30m-disappears-faster-than-her-principles-n2201436
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Ilhan Omar's New Magic Filing Trick: $30M Disappears Faster Than Her Principles
Ilhan Omar's $30M wealth filing corrected amid controversy and accounting error claims.
Iran Regime Miscalculates Again - Now Another Country Is Furious With Them
https://redstate.com/nick-arama/2026/04/18/india-lets-iran-have-it-after-they-fire-on-their-ships-in-strait-n2201435
https://redstate.com/nick-arama/2026/04/18/india-lets-iran-have-it-after-they-fire-on-their-ships-in-strait-n2201435
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Iran Regime Miscalculates Again - Now Another Country Is Furious With Them
Iran's IRGC fires on Indian tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, sparking diplomatic fury and escalating tensions.
320,000 ‘Anchor Baby’ Births Now at Center of Supreme Court Fight Over Citizenship
https://redstate.com/ben-smith/2026/04/18/320000-anchor-baby-births-now-at-center-of-supreme-court-fight-over-citizenship-n2201438
https://redstate.com/ben-smith/2026/04/18/320000-anchor-baby-births-now-at-center-of-supreme-court-fight-over-citizenship-n2201438
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320,000 ‘Anchor Baby’ Births Now at Center of Supreme Court Fight Over Citizenship
Supreme Court reviews Trump order as 9 percent of U.S. births come into focus
Pope Leo Responds to President Trump: ‘Not Interested in Debate’
https://redstate.com/ben-smith/2026/04/18/trump-blasts-pope-leo-leo-responds-not-interested-in-debate-n2201439
https://redstate.com/ben-smith/2026/04/18/trump-blasts-pope-leo-leo-responds-not-interested-in-debate-n2201439
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Pope Leo Responds to President Trump: ‘Not Interested in Debate’
Pope Leo says he is not interested in debating Trump after feud over Iran remarks
LA Teachers Score Massive Contract Win After Union VP's Brother-in-Law Is Named Acting Superintendent
https://redstate.com/jenvanlaar/2026/04/18/la-teacher-scores-big-contract-after-union-vps-brother-in-law-is-named-acting-superintendent-n2201417
https://redstate.com/jenvanlaar/2026/04/18/la-teacher-scores-big-contract-after-union-vps-brother-in-law-is-named-acting-superintendent-n2201417
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LA Teachers Score Massive Contract Win After Union VP's Brother-in-Law Is Named Acting Superintendent
UTLA wins major contract with LAUSD amid conflict of interest involving Acting Superintendent's family ties.
Iran's Supreme Leader Saber-Rattles as Iran's Navy is Feeding Fishes
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/irans-supreme-leader-saber-rattles-as-irans-navy-is-feeding-fishes-n2201442
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/18/irans-supreme-leader-saber-rattles-as-irans-navy-is-feeding-fishes-n2201442
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Iran's Supreme Leader Saber-Rattles as Iran's Navy is Feeding Fishes
Iran's new Supreme Leader issues naval threats amid military setbacks and questions about his status.
Trump Convenes Rare Saturday Situation Room Meeting As Uncertainty Swirls About Iran Negotiations
https://redstate.com/streiff/2026/04/18/trump-convenes-rare-saturday-situation-room-meeting-as-uncertainty-swirls-about-iran-negotiations-n2201440
https://redstate.com/streiff/2026/04/18/trump-convenes-rare-saturday-situation-room-meeting-as-uncertainty-swirls-about-iran-negotiations-n2201440
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Trump Convenes Rare Saturday Situation Room Meeting As Uncertainty Swirls About Iran Negotiations
Trump holds rare Situation Room meeting on Iran negotiations amid rising tensions and looming deadline.
Israel Blindsided by Trump 'Prohibiting' Attacks in Lebanon on Truth Social
https://redstate.com/streiff/2026/04/18/israel-blindsided-by-trump-prohibiting-attacks-in-lebanon-on-truth-social-n2201445
https://redstate.com/streiff/2026/04/18/israel-blindsided-by-trump-prohibiting-attacks-in-lebanon-on-truth-social-n2201445
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Israel Blindsided by Trump 'Prohibiting' Attacks in Lebanon on Truth Social
Trump prohibits Israeli attacks in Lebanon, surprising Netanyahu amid tense Israel-Lebanon ceasefire talks.