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Cybersecurity Firm Unveils AI ‘Kill Switch’ To Stop Rogue Agents

CrowdStrike on Tuesday unveiled its artificial intelligence (AI) "kill switch" that aims to stop rogue AI agents in their tracks.

Ex-Army Boss Who Put ChatGPT Execs In Uniform Lands At OpenAI

OpenAI's latest hire once ran the U.S. military branch that brought artificial intelligence leaders into its ranks.

US Reports First Bird Flu Death In Over A Year — And It Came From Surprising Source

A person from Washington state died on Sunday, after reportedly contracting the bird flu from infected cattle.

Marines Close Loophole Allowing Transgender Troops To Remain In The Service

The Marine Corps has closed a loophole that had allowed transgender service members to extend their enlistments while fighting separation under President Donald Trump's military ban.

Virginia Making ‘Super Speeders’ Install GPS-Powered Speed-Limiters. What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

Virginia has punished reckless drivers by mandating that they install a speed-limiter through a program that took effect in July, raising due-process concerns about how the information collected by this technology might be abused by governments.

US Strikes Island In Strait Of Hormuz As Trump Continues Touting Negotiations

While Trump touted the possibility of a peace deal, the U.S. conducted a series of strikes against Iran. 

Robert K. Brown, Publisher And Advocate For Second Amendment, Vets, Passes Away At 93

Lt. Col. Robert K. Brown, United States Army Reserve and the longtime editor/publisher of Soldier of Fortune magazine, passed away in August, according to announcements posted on Facebook Monday.

Obama-Appointed Judge Says Dan Sullivan Running Against Dan Sullivan Doesn’t Confuse Voters

A federal judge on Sunday blocked a lawsuit from the Department of Justice against Alaska over confusion at the ballot box related to the state's handling of two Senate candidates with nearly identical names.

Trump Ready To Bail Out Former Detractor Elon Musk If Democrats Come For His Head Post Election

The president vowed to protect Elon Musk and hand out pardons if Democrats win control of Congress after the midterms.

Chinese-Linked Network Of More Than 400 AI Apps Hid Deepfake Porn Tools From Apple, Google

Hundreds of Chinese-linked artificial intelligence apps have been secretly hosting pornographic deepfake tools under big tech companies' noses.

Foreign AI Firm With Alleged China Ties Strikes Deal With US Tech Giant

OpenAI is joining an Abu Dhabi oil deal alongside an Emirati tech firm that House Republicans once scrutinized over ties to China.

GOP Senate Hopeful Backing Iran War Took $420K From Pentagon-Linked Firm

Republican Michigan Senate nominee Mike Rogers received more than $420,000 from a defense consulting firm now helping the Pentagon shape the future of warfare amid the unpopular Iran war.

Israel’s Election Chaos Could Fuel A New Iran War Escalation

As the dust settles on Israel’s recent election, the consequences for American foreign policy could be dire as the Iran War teeters on the edge of a fresh escalation.

REPORT: AI Giant Already Looking To 2028, Trying To Influence Candidates

OpenAI's top lobbyist is trying to shape the way 2028's top political contenders think about artificial intelligence, Politico reported Monday.

Voters Get Rare Say Over Who Sets Their Electric Rates

Power bills will be on the ballot Tuesday in states where voters directly choose the officials who approve their electric rates.

Colorado’s Weed Plagued With Pesticides, Chemicals You Probably Can’t Pronounce

Colorado's Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) issued recalls on Oct. 23 and Oct. 27 to dispensaries selling unsafe weed.

New York Police Department Posts Video Celebrating Destruction Of ‘Illegal’ Guns

The New York Police Department (NYPD) posted a video on social media Monday celebrating its destruction of thousands of seized firearms.

Trump Team Pitched Letting Russian Gas Flow To Europe Again Through Ukraine

President Donald Trump's envoys pitched sending Russian gas back to Europe through Ukraine, even as the administration presses the continent to buy American energy.

Lockheed Ramps Up Missile Production As Iran War Drains US Arsenal

Lockheed Martin announced a $420 million expansion of its Arkansas missile manufacturing operations Monday as the Pentagon struggles to replenish interceptor stockpiles devastated by the costly Iran War.

Airmen Could Face Punishment For Refusing Flu Shots Despite Hegseth’s Mandate Rollback

The Pentagon is quietly reinstating mandatory flu vaccinations for certain Air Force personnel, reversing course on an earlier policy that made the shots voluntary.

Dem Rep Haley Stevens, Fresh From Split With Abdul El-Sayed, Endorses Republican Challenger Mike Rogers Two Days Before Midterms

Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens broke with both former rival for Michigan's open Senate seat Abdul El-Sayed as well as their party Sunday to endorse the Republican nominee, Mike Rogers, just two days before the midterm elections.

How Liberals ‘Save Democracy’: The Warsaw Coup And US Midterms

When globalist liberals scream that conservatives pose a threat to democratic norms, the independence of the judiciary, and the rule of law, pay close attention. It is almost always a confession of what they plan to do the moment they seize power.

Multiple Rogers Campaign Staffers Are Paid Agents For Israel, Report Shows

Two staffers on Republican Michigan Senate nominee Mike Rogers' campaign appear to be paid foreign agents for Israel, a report published late Sunday shows.

Judge Invites Gun-Control Groups To Defend Waiting Period Law State Admitted Violated 2A

A federal judge in Florida refused to agree to a settlement between the state and a pro-Second Amendment group, instead inviting gun-control groups to submit briefs in defense of the state’s waiting period.

Pro-Life Group Exposes Shady Dark Money Mail Campaigns Tricking Republican Voters With False Pro-Abortion Claims

A pro-life political advocacy group shed light on an allegedly pro-America First and anti-globalist dark money group targeting conservative voters through an alleged organized campaign of misleading mailers.

Annual Health Insurance Premiums Cost Double A Mortgage In Alabama

Premiums and out-of-pocket expenses for health insurance can cost more than double the monthly mortgage rate of a sweet home in Alabama, according to a recent report.

US Oil Plunges Below $100 On Hopes Of Iran Peace Deal

Drivers could see some relief at the pump after American oil prices tumbled Monday as the U.S. and Iran signaled openness to peace talks.

D.C. Judge Dismisses Case Against FBI Official Who Bragged About Running ‘Shadow Government’

A federal judge tossed a criminal complaint against two former FBI officials who falsely told Congress that evidence of Biden family criminality stemmed from a Russian disinformation campaign, decrying "weaponization."

EXCLUSIVE: AI Safety Could Decide House Majority And Beyond, Poll Shows

Republicans' failure to embrace artificial intelligence safety could cost them dearly during the midterm elections and beyond, according to a poll exclusively obtained by the Daily Caller News Foundation.

Trump May Be Days Away From Nuking Iran, Tucker Carlson Warns

President Donald Trump could authorize a nuclear strike against Iran's heavily fortified Pickaxe Mountain facility within days, conservative commentator Tucker Carlson said Sunday.

Abdul El-Sayed Raises $1.2 Million After Haley Stevens Endorsed Opponent

Democratic Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed's campaign raised $1.2 million within hours of Democratic Michigan Rep. Haley Stevens endorsing his opponent.

ATF’s Top Lawyer Leaves Agency

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Director Robert Cekada announced Friday that ATF Chief Counsel Robert Leider was stepping down from the agency.

California’s Potential Billionaire Tax Has Already Cost The State

EXCLUSIVE: Can Your Midterms Vote Impact Future Elections? New Guide Explains Just How

A nonpartisan election integrity group released a new resource to show voters if their Tuesday midterm ballot contains any hidden measures that can impact how future elections are conducted.

Democratic Coalition Appears To Break Down Days Ahead Of Michigan Senate Seat Election

Two Democrat candidates who vied to be the party's nominee for Michigan's open Senate seat appear to be sinking their coalition just days ahead of the election after sparring over Israel.

Americans’ Disapproval Of Trump, Economy Loom Over Midterm Elections

President Donald Trump's low approval ratings, mirroring Americans' sentiments about the economy, are looming over the 2026 midterms and Republicans' chances of maintaining control of Congress.

Europe’s Elites Face Real Fascists On Their Streets After Unleashing Migrant Tsunami And Demonizing Conservatives

Europe's political establishment is facing a growing nationalist backlash over years of permissive immigration policies, with young Europeans taking to the streets to demand tougher borders and an end to mass migration.

Could Massachusetts Voters Sink New Gun Control Bill?

Massachusetts could take down a 2024 gun law rammed through the state legislature in the aftermath of a landmark Supreme Court ruling if a campaign by pro-Second Amendment activists succeeds Tuesday.

Midterm Election Watch Guide: When GOP Will Know If It’s Time To Hit Panic Button Or Reach For Champagne

Several key races on Tuesday will determine if Republicans were able to beat expectations after trailing Democrats in the polls.

Tim Dillon Predicts Elon Musk Will ‘Leave The Country’ If Democrats Win The Midterms

Conservative-leaning comedian Tim Dillon predicted Saturday that Elon Musk may flee the United States if Democrats win the midterm elections.

Hegseth’s Doomsday Plan May Be A Sign America Will Go ‘Full Gaza In Iran’ After The Midterms, Conservative Podcaster Warns

Conservative comedian Tim Dillon predicted Saturday the U.S. military's operations against Iran would escalate after the midterm elections.

The Election Rules For 2028 Are On This November’s Ballot

Big Earnings By Big Oil Set The Stage For Post-War Recovery

Bill Maher Responds To Trump’s 1,300-Word Screed

Comedian Bill Maher responded to a 1,300-word tirade President Donald Trump posted online Oct. 25 accused him of being "drunk" during a dinner, among many other things.

Startup Wants Robot Dogs To Take A Bite Out Of Crime

An Atlanta-based startup wants to use robot dogs for security and already has some customers barking with joy.

California Climate Boondoggle: State Program Facing Slew Of Fraud, Mismanagement Accusations

California’s flagship public electric transportation program has spent over $1 billion and faces allegations of fraud and inadequate government oversight, the Los Angeles Times reported on Oct. 18.

Criminal Investigator Swarms Trigger New Fraud Takedowns In Minnesota, Officials Announce

Members of the White House Fraud Task Force assembled in St. Cloud, Minnesota on Friday to announce new takedowns in the state from ongoing fraud investigations across government agencies.

Turns Out AI Is Taking Sledgehammer To Job Gains Afterall

Industries adopting artificial intelligence at higher rates are experiencing weaker employment growth and higher unemployment, according to new Goldman Sachs research suggesting the technology's impact on American workers is spreading beyond Silicon Valley.

Iran War Pushes US Navy Into Years Of Extended Deployments

The U.S. Navy expects extended deployments to remain standard for the next several years as American warships continue operations related to the Iran war.

Michael Bloomberg Dumps Millions Into Backing Pro-Gun Control Candidates

Billionaire Michael Bloomberg donated $12 million to support eight congressional candidates with ties to the gun-control group he backs, Politico reported Friday.

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Trump-Backed Barry Moore Defeats Former Navy SEAL Sniper Jared Hudson In Alabama Senate Runoff

Republican Alabama Rep. Barry Moore defeated Navy SEAL veteran Jared Hudson in Tuesday’s Senate runoff race after receiving an endorsement from President Donald Trump. Moore’s victory reinforced Trump’s stranglehold on…

Some Congressional Lawmakers Have Attempted To Push Back Against AI Data Centers — But They Haven’t Gotten Far

Lawmakers have introduced several pieces of legislation to restrict Artificial Intelligence (AI) data centers as more Americans have voiced their opposition to the construction projects in their communities, but many of…

EXCLUSIVE: GOP Rep Wants To Give America’s Power Plants, Data Centers An Anti-Drone Upgrade

One congressman is moving to protect the soft underbelly of America’s critical infrastructure with a new bill. Republican Tennessee Rep. Matt Van Epps unveiled a House version of Sen. Tom Cotton’s Critical…

JD FOSTER: Term Limits Would Be The Swamp’s New BFF

Editor’s note: Big Tent Ideas always aims to provide balanced perspectives on the hottest issues of the day. Below you’ll find a column from former Chamber of Commerce Senior Vice President J.D. Foster, which argues…

Leftists Putting All Hands On Deck To Help Trump’s Antifa Prisoners

Leftists are banding together with activities such as poetry readings and bake sales to raise money for their jailed comrades in Texas after the Trump administration won landmark convictions against an Antifa terror…

SPLC Softened Criticism Of Hate Group To Avoid Scaring Off New Members, DOJ Says

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) changed its website to “soften” criticism of a hate group that it wished to expand as it covertly funded racist movements, prosecutors alleged Tuesday. A secretly-paid SPLC…

LA’s Paid ‘Peace Ambassador’ Actually A Violent Gangbanger: DOJ

A taxpayer-funded California “Peace Ambassador” is a convicted murderer now being charged with another felony, authorities said Friday. Michael Angel Alvarez, nicknamed “Diablo,” was arrested Friday for allegedly…

Leftists Plan Striptease Event To Raise Money For Convicted Antifa Terrorists

Leftists are planning an Oregon “strip club” event to raise money for a group supporting convicted members of an Antifa terrorist cell in Texas. The Williamette Valley Abolition Project will host a May 31 “Sluts 4…

Justice Thomas Baffled SCOTUS Won’t Hear Case Against Blue States Handing Truck Licenses To Illegals Like Candy

Justice Clarence Thomas blasted the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday for blocking Florida’s lawsuit against two blue states that gave a commercial driver’s license to an immigrant who later caused a deadly crash. The…

Making DC Square Again Really Makes It Solvent Again

Much has been said lately about making Washington, D.C., square again. The focus has been on power imbalances that Virginia enjoys. Indeed, Virginia claims land — and the voters who live there — that were never intended…

New York Times Leaves Out Huge Chunk Of New Gun Owner’s Story to Preach Anti-2A Message

Earlier in 2026 a sub-Reddit called “r/liberalgunowners,” saw one user provide an update after describing a harrowing incident at home – but a New York Times columnist elected to leave out a large part of the story to…

The Department Of War Announces Troop Cuts In Europe

The Department of War announced Tuesday that it will reduce the number of troops present in Europe. The total number of brigade combat teams has been cut from four to three, according to the Department of War press…