Update: Gallego’s Attempt to Push Back on Luna’s Explosive Claims May Have Made Things Worse for Him
https://redstate.com/sister-toldjah/2026/04/17/update-ruben-gallego-responds-to-lunas-claims-n2201392
https://redstate.com/sister-toldjah/2026/04/17/update-ruben-gallego-responds-to-lunas-claims-n2201392
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Update: Gallego’s Attempt to Push Back on Luna’s Explosive Claims May Have Made Things Worse for Him
Gallego's response to Luna's explosive claims may have worsened his situation amid serious allegations.
Another Blue State 'Finds Out' Trump Adm. Not Playing Around When It Comes to Foreign Truck Drivers
https://redstate.com/beckynoble/2026/04/17/another-blue-state-finds-out-trump-adm-not-playing-around-when-it-comes-to-foreign-truck-drivers-n2201391
https://redstate.com/beckynoble/2026/04/17/another-blue-state-finds-out-trump-adm-not-playing-around-when-it-comes-to-foreign-truck-drivers-n2201391
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Another Blue State 'Finds Out' Trump Adm. Not Playing Around When It Comes to Foreign Truck Drivers
Trump administration withholds $74M in highway funds from New York over foreign truck driver license issues.
Repeat Deportees Busted in Vegas: Two Mexican Men Charged With Illegal Re-Entry
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/17/two-mexican-nationals-with-repeated-deportations-now-face-years-behind-bars-n2201396
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/17/two-mexican-nationals-with-repeated-deportations-now-face-years-behind-bars-n2201396
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Repeat Deportees Busted in Vegas: Two Mexican Men Charged With Illegal Re-Entry
Two Mexican nationals with multiple deportations now face federal prison for illegal re-entry and drug charges.
Mamdani’s ‘Happy Tax Day’ Video Backfires Big Time Thanks to His Family’s Massive Uganda Compound
https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2026/04/17/mamdanis-happy-tax-day-video-instantly-backfires-thanks-to-his-familys-massive-uganda-compound-n2201400
https://redstate.com/rusty-weiss/2026/04/17/mamdanis-happy-tax-day-video-instantly-backfires-thanks-to-his-familys-massive-uganda-compound-n2201400
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Mamdani’s ‘Happy Tax Day’ Video Backfires Big Time Thanks to His Family’s Massive Uganda Compound
NYC Mayor Mamdani's tax day video backfires amid family’s lavish Uganda property controversy.
Paws and Effect: Bear Suit Insurance Fraudsters Sent to the Slammer
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/17/paws-and-effect-bear-suit-insurance-fraudsters-sent-to-the-slammer-n2201399
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/17/paws-and-effect-bear-suit-insurance-fraudsters-sent-to-the-slammer-n2201399
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Paws and Effect: Bear Suit Insurance Fraudsters Sent to the Slammer
Three LA residents convicted for insurance fraud using bear costumes to damage luxury cars.
Democrats Are *This* Close to Subverting the 2028 Presidential Election
https://redstate.com/terichristoph/2026/04/17/democrats-are-this-close-to-subverting-the-2028-presidential-election-n2201402
https://redstate.com/terichristoph/2026/04/17/democrats-are-this-close-to-subverting-the-2028-presidential-election-n2201402
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Democrats Are *This* Close to Subverting the 2028 Presidential Election
Democrats push the National Popular Vote Compact to bypass the Electoral College by 2028, risking voter betrayal.
Katie Britt Serves Ayanna Presley Notice: The Three-Year Haitian TPS Extension is DOA in the Senate
https://redstate.com/jenniferoo/2026/04/17/katie-britt-serves-ayanna-presley-notice-the-three-year-haitian-tps-extension-is-doa-in-the-senate-n2201398
https://redstate.com/jenniferoo/2026/04/17/katie-britt-serves-ayanna-presley-notice-the-three-year-haitian-tps-extension-is-doa-in-the-senate-n2201398
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Katie Britt Serves Ayanna Presley Notice: The 3-Year Haitian TPS Extension Is DOA in the Senate
Senator Katie Britt opposes the 3-year Haitian TPS extension, calling it dead on arrival in the Senate.
Iran’s Face-Saving Strait Spin Gets Upstaged by a Cruise Ship
https://redstate.com/nick-arama/2026/04/17/iran-hilarious-attempt-to-save-face-gets-shown-up-by-a-cruise-ship-n2201404
https://redstate.com/nick-arama/2026/04/17/iran-hilarious-attempt-to-save-face-gets-shown-up-by-a-cruise-ship-n2201404
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Iran’s Face-Saving Strait Spin Gets Upstaged by a Cruise Ship
Iran's Strait of Hormuz claims challenged as a cruise ship transits amidst US blockade and regional tensions.
Anti-ICE Dad Now Claiming Family's Not Violent, Video of Shove Begs to Differ
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/17/anti-ice-dad-now-claiming-familys-not-violent-video-of-shove-begs-to-differ-n2201405
https://redstate.com/wardclark/2026/04/17/anti-ice-dad-now-claiming-familys-not-violent-video-of-shove-begs-to-differ-n2201405
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Anti-ICE Dad Now Claiming Family's Not Violent, Video of Shove Begs to Differ
Minnesota dad accused of shoving TPUSA reporter denies violence amid ongoing investigation.
Laugh Out Loud Headline of the Day: 'Macron, Starmer Welcome Hormuz Reopening'
https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/04/17/laugh-out-loud-headline-of-the-day-macron-starmer-welcome-hormuz-reopening-n2201407
https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/04/17/laugh-out-loud-headline-of-the-day-macron-starmer-welcome-hormuz-reopening-n2201407
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Laugh Out Loud Headline of the Day: 'Macron, Starmer Welcome Hormuz Reopening'
Macron and Starmer welcome the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Hot Takes: Stolen Valor Is Alleged After 'Journalist' Takes Her Hegseth Derangement Syndrome Too Far
https://redstate.com/sister-toldjah/2026/04/17/hot-takes-stolen-valor-is-alleged-after-journalist-takes-her-hegseth-derangement-syndrome-too-far-n2201406
https://redstate.com/sister-toldjah/2026/04/17/hot-takes-stolen-valor-is-alleged-after-journalist-takes-her-hegseth-derangement-syndrome-too-far-n2201406
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Hot Takes: Stolen Valor Is Alleged After 'Journalist' Takes Her Hegseth Derangement Syndrome Too Far
Allegations of stolen valor arise after journalist Christiane Amanpour claims a military rank during a heated media clash.
Trump Puts Left on Notice: 'This Administration Does Not Apologize for American Power'
https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/04/17/trump-at-tpusa-tells-leftist-apologists-this-administration-does-not-apologize-for-american-power-n2201410
https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/04/17/trump-at-tpusa-tells-leftist-apologists-this-administration-does-not-apologize-for-american-power-n2201410
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Trump Puts Left on Notice: 'This Administration Does Not Apologize for American Power'
Trump asserts the administration proudly defends American power and exceptionalism without apology.
Iranian Official Says Strait of Hormuz Is Closed Again Because Trump Violated the Deal
https://redstate.com/streiff/2026/04/17/iranian-official-says-strait-of-hormuz-is-closed-again-because-trump-violated-the-deal-n2201411
https://redstate.com/streiff/2026/04/17/iranian-official-says-strait-of-hormuz-is-closed-again-because-trump-violated-the-deal-n2201411
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Iranian Official Says Strait of Hormuz Is Closed Again Because Trump Violated the Deal
Iranian official declares Strait of Hormuz closed, accusing Trump of violating the deal amid US naval blockade.
'Enough Excuses': Sen. Mike Lee Says Congress Must 'Nuke the Filibuster, Start Passing Bills'
https://redstate.com/beccalower/2026/04/17/enough-excuses-senator-mike-lee-says-congress-must-nuke-the-filibuster-start-passing-bills-n2201409
https://redstate.com/beccalower/2026/04/17/enough-excuses-senator-mike-lee-says-congress-must-nuke-the-filibuster-start-passing-bills-n2201409
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'Enough Excuses': Sen. Mike Lee Says Congress Must 'Nuke the Filibuster, Start Passing Bills'
Senator Mike Lee urges Congress to eliminate the filibuster and pass the SAVE America Act to protect elections.
Feel-Good Friday: Man Chooses to Spend Every Saturday for Over 15 Years... Cuddling NICU Babies
https://redstate.com/jenniferoo/2026/04/17/feel-good-friday-man-has-spent-his-saturdays-cuddling-nicu-babies-for-16-years-n2201408
https://redstate.com/jenniferoo/2026/04/17/feel-good-friday-man-has-spent-his-saturdays-cuddling-nicu-babies-for-16-years-n2201408
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Feel-Good Friday: Man Chooses to Spend Every Saturday for Over 15 Years... Cuddling NICU Babies
Man volunteers Saturdays cuddling NICU babies for over 15 years, highlighting the power of human touch.
Wasn't Me! Newsom Frantically Reacts to Leftist Killjoys Hellbent on Ruining SoCal July 4th Celebrations
https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/04/17/wasnt-me-newsom-predictably-reacts-to-leftist-killjoys-hellbent-on-ruining-socal-july-4th-celebrations-n2201413
https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/04/17/wasnt-me-newsom-predictably-reacts-to-leftist-killjoys-hellbent-on-ruining-socal-july-4th-celebrations-n2201413
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Wasn't Me! Newsom Frantically Reacts to Leftist Killjoys Hellbent on Ruining SoCal July 4th Celebrations
Newsom distances himself from California Coastal Commission's ban on Long Beach July 4th fireworks in 2026.
Trump: I Will End Ceasefire Wednesday Unless Deal Done — but Xi's 'Very Happy' As Hormuz Reopens
https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/04/18/trump-i-will-end-ceasefire-wednesday-unless-deal-done-but-xis-very-happy-as-hormuz-reopens-n2201418
https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/04/18/trump-i-will-end-ceasefire-wednesday-unless-deal-done-but-xis-very-happy-as-hormuz-reopens-n2201418
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Trump: I Will End Ceasefire Wednesday Unless Deal Done — but Xi's 'Very Happy' As Hormuz Reopens
Trump warns ceasefire with Iran may end Wednesday unless deal reached; Xi pleased as Strait of Hormuz reopens.
Brandon Gill, Angel Moms Just Level Hank Johnson for 'Disgusting' Claim During Sanctuary City Hearing
https://redstate.com/sister-toldjah/2026/04/18/brandon-gill-angel-moms-level-hank-johnson-for-disgusting-suggestion-about-sanctuary-policy-hearing-n2201415
https://redstate.com/sister-toldjah/2026/04/18/brandon-gill-angel-moms-level-hank-johnson-for-disgusting-suggestion-about-sanctuary-policy-hearing-n2201415
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Brandon Gill, Angel Moms Just Level Hank Johnson for 'Disgusting' Claim During Sanctuary City Hearing
Rep. Brandon Gill condemns Rep. Hank Johnson's remarks at sanctuary city hearing featuring Angel Moms' testimonies.
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
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.