🚨 FBI and IRS Launch Joint Probe into Nonprofits Over Suspected Domestic Terrorism Ties
FBI and IRS agents have teamed up for a new initiative. They will investigate nonprofit organizations suspected of links to domestic terrorism or political violence. The effort includes a mission control command center based at the FBI. IRS Criminal Investigation agents will join on one-year temporary assignments. This follows a December 2025 memo from Attorney General Pam Bondi. The memo directed prioritization of probes into Antifa and other extremist groups using violence to push agendas on immigration, gender ideology, anti-Americanism, anti-capitalism, or anti-Christianity. Officials aim to trace funding streams that might support such activities. They will also check for potential tax crimes like IRS fraud. The push traces back to a 2025 executive order after the assassination of far-right influencer Charlie Kirk. No specific nonprofits receive mention in the reporting. An IRS spokesperson confirmed collaboration with federal law enforcement to target entities funding domestic terrorism or political violence.
Sources: CBS News, The Washington Times
🏛️ House Democrats Launch Discharge Petition to Fund DHS While Starving ICE and CBP
House Democrats filed a discharge petition on legislation introduced by Rep. Rosa DeLauro. The measure would provide funding for most agencies inside the Department of Homeland Security. It deliberately excludes money for Immigration and Customs Enforcement along with Customs and Border Protection. Democrats took the step as a partial government shutdown affecting DHS stretches into its second month. They seek changes to immigration enforcement practices after incidents involving federal agents. The petition needs 218 signatures to force a floor vote over Republican objections. Speaker Mike Johnson and other GOP leaders dismissed the effort as an attempt to defund core law enforcement functions at a time when border security remains a national priority.
Sources: The Epoch Times, The Washington Times
🚨 DNI Gabbard Warns Russia, China, North Korea, Iran, Pakistan Building Nuclear Missiles Capable of Striking US
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard presented the 2026 Annual Threat Assessment to the Senate Intelligence Committee on March 18. She stated that Russia, China, North Korea, Iran, and Pakistan have been researching and developing an array of novel, advanced, or traditional missile delivery systems equipped with nuclear and conventional payloads that place the U.S. homeland within range. The intelligence community projects the collective missile threat to the homeland will grow from more than 3,000 today to over 16,000 by 2035. Gabbard noted that China and Russia are pursuing systems designed to penetrate or bypass U.S. missile defenses. North Korea already fields ICBMs that can reach U.S. soil and continues expanding its nuclear arsenal. Pakistan’s long-range ballistic missile work might eventually include ICBMs capable of striking the homeland. Iran previously demonstrated space-launch technology that could support development of a militarily viable ICBM before 2035, though assessments will be revised following the effects of Operation Epic Fury strikes on its facilities. The U.S. secure nuclear deterrent remains the primary safeguard against these strategic threats.
Sources: FOX News, The Gateway Pundit
📹 CIA Director Ratcliffe Calls Out Joe Kent, Claiming Iran Long Posed an Immediate Threat to the US
CIA Director John Ratcliffe testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee on March 18, 2026. He directly disputed the assertion made by former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent. Kent had resigned the previous day in protest over the ongoing U.S. and Israeli military operations against Iran under Operation Epic Fury. Ratcliffe stated that Iran has been a constant threat to the United States for an extended period of time and posed an immediate threat at this time. He cited intelligence showing Tehran continued its nuclear ambitions along with efforts to build ballistic missiles capable of striking American troops and allies in the Middle East. The exchange occurred during the annual worldwide threats hearing as lawmakers pressed intelligence officials for clarity on the justification for the conflict that began nearly three weeks earlier.
Sources: Legal Insurrection, FOX News
💀 2026 Threat Assessment Warns Lone Wolf Terrorists Pose Greatest Risk on US Soil
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released the unclassified 2026 Annual Threat Assessment on March 18. Director Tulsi Gabbard presented it during Senate Intelligence Committee testimony. The report states the most likely terrorist attack scenario in the homeland involves US-based lone offenders. It highlights surging threats from teenage extremists radicalized online by Islamist ideologies. Examples include 2025 incidents like the New Orleans truck attack killing 14 and the Boulder Molotov cocktail assault injuring 15. Law enforcement disrupted at least 15 US-based Islamist plots in 2025 with half involving online contact with foreign terrorist groups. The assessment notes Al-Qaeda and ISIS retain intent to target America despite degraded capabilities for complex attacks. Heightened risks stem from anti-Israel sentiment tied to the Gaza conflict and potential Iranian sleeper cells amid the ongoing war under Operation Epic Fury. Officials emphasize strict border measures have reduced new entries but vigilance remains essential for threats already inside the country.
Sources: The Daily Mail, The Wall Street Journal
🎉 Far-Left Progressives Go Down in Flames in Illinois Democrat Primaries
Progressive candidates backed by far-left figures and aiming to expand the Squad’s influence suffered a near-total defeat in Illinois’ Democrat congressional primaries on March 17, 2026. Multiple challengers endorsed by Squad members or aligned groups lost key open-seat races in districts around Chicago, including the high-profile 9th District where social media influencer Kat Abughazaleh fell to Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss despite support from Bernie Sanders and others. Similar wipeouts occurred in the 2nd, 7th, and 8th Districts as moderate or establishment Democrats prevailed. The results came amid heavy outside spending from pro-Israel groups like AIPAC targeting anti-Israel messaging from these candidates. Even in races where AIPAC-backed contenders lost, progressive insurgents still came up short, signaling voter rejection of hard-left platforms in a key blue state primary.
Sources: FOX News, The New York Post
💯 MAGA Base Shows Near-Unanimous Backing for Trump Amid Iran Conflict
A new poll reported on March 18, 2026, found that roughly 90 percent of voters who identify as MAGA approve of President Trump’s military actions against Iran under Operation Epic Fury. The survey highlighted strong loyalty within the core Trump supporter group despite vocal criticism from some anti-war voices, certain online commentators, and segments of the media. Analysts noted that MAGA identification and support for the president on foreign policy matters have held firm even as broader public opinion splits along partisan lines. The results come weeks into U.S. and Israeli strikes that have targeted Iranian capabilities while raising concerns over regional escalation and domestic energy prices. Commentators described the findings as evidence that predictions of fractures in Trump’s base have not materialized among his most dedicated followers.
Sources: The Gateway Pundit, The Wall Street Journal
🧠 Study Highlights Liberals Report Higher Distress, Anxiety, and Hostility Than Conservatives
Multiple academic analyses and longitudinal surveys examined psychological differences between liberals and conservatives in recent years. Researchers found that self-identified liberals consistently report elevated levels of anxiety, depression, distress, and hostility compared with conservatives. One study tracking Americans before and after the 2024 election documented that Democratic supporters experienced drops in well-being, optimism, and personal control, along with rises in cynicism and conspiracy thinking that lasted months. In contrast, Republicans showed improvements in the same metrics. Separate reports noted the rise in mental ill-being among young Americans proved far more pronounced among liberals than conservatives of both sexes. These patterns held across various data sources, even when controlling for other factors, and persisted beyond specific electoral outcomes.
Sources: The Manhattan Institute, ZeroHedge
💸 California Squanders Over 100 Million Dollars on Butterfly and Cougar Overpass
Governor Gavin Newsom broke ground in 2022 on the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing. This project constructs a massive overpass above ten lanes of the 101 Freeway in Southern California. The structure aims to let animals, including mountain lions, monarch butterflies, deer, and other species, cross safely. Officials originally committed 54 million dollars from the state and promised completion with another 10 million dollars. The total cost has now climbed to about 114 million dollars, including roughly 77 million dollars in state funds. Recent additions include 18.8 million dollars from the California Transportation Commission, which exceeded the governor’s earlier cap. The project sits past due and over budget by around 21 million dollars, with an expected finish in fall 2026.
Sources: The Gateway Pundit, The City Journal
🪙 SEC Releases Long-Awaited Crypto Guidance Declaring Most Tokens Are Not Securities
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission issued an interpretive framework on March 17, 2026. This guidance, developed jointly with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, classifies crypto assets into five categories, including digital commodities, digital collectibles, digital tools, stablecoins, and digital securities. Federal securities laws apply only to the final category of tokenized traditional securities. The framework states that most crypto assets themselves do not qualify as securities. It further clarifies that activities such as protocol mining, staking, airdrops, and wrapping of non-security tokens generally fall outside securities regulation. Officials noted that a non-security crypto asset could still become subject to securities laws if offered in a way that promotes investment in a common enterprise with expected profits. SEC Chair Paul Atkins described the move as providing clear lines after years of uncertainty under the prior administration.
Sources: FOX Business, The Wall Street Journal
🌐 European Nations and Japan Pledge Support to Secure Strait of Hormuz and Stabilize Energy Markets
Britain, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan issued a joint statement on March 19, 2026. They expressed readiness to contribute to appropriate efforts ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The vital chokepoint has remained largely closed due to Iranian actions amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war under Operation Epic Fury. The countries also committed to other measures stabilizing energy markets, such as coordinating with select producing nations to boost output. This comes after weeks of pressure from President Trump on allies to help reopen the waterway and curb soaring oil prices that threaten global economies. The statement stops short of committing specific naval assets but signals a shift toward practical cooperation as disruptions persist.
Sources: The Epoch Times, Reuters
🪪 US Expands Visa Bond Requirement to 12 More Countries With Up to $15,000 Deposits
The State Department announced on March 18, 2026, that nationals from 12 additional countries must post refundable bonds of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000 to obtain B1 or B2 visas for business and tourism. The new countries are Cambodia, Ethiopia, Georgia, Grenada, Lesotho, Mauritius, Mongolia, Mozambique, Nicaragua, Papua New Guinea, Seychelles, and Tunisia. This expansion brings the total to 50 nations subject to the pilot program. Officials determine the exact bond amount during the visa interview and require payment through the Treasury’s Pay.gov portal along with Form I-352. The bonds aim to deter visa overstays and will take effect on April 2 for these latest additions. The program refunds the money if travelers comply with visa terms and depart on time.
🕵🏼 Iran Claims to Bust 111 Pro-Monarchist Cells Tied to US and Israel
Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence announced the identification and arrest of 111 alleged monarchist cells across 26 provinces. Authorities carried out the operation in a single night before the last Wednesday of the Iranian year. Officials said the groups planned actions against the Islamic Republic and operated in coordination with the United States and Israel. Security forces seized firearms, bladed weapons, stun guns, batons, and Starlink devices during the raids. The ministry also reported the arrest of four suspected spies linked to the United States in Hamedan and West Azerbaijan provinces, plus 21 individuals accused of cooperating with the London-based broadcaster Iran International. The claims surfaced on March 18, 2026, amid the ongoing U.S. and Israeli military campaign known as Operation Epic Fury that began nearly three weeks earlier.
Sources: Reuters, The New York Post
💀 Iranian Missile Strays Into West Bank Killing Three Palestinian Women
An Iranian cluster-style missile fired toward southern Israel on Wednesday night veered off course and landed in the West Bank town of Beit Awwa. The strike killed three women inside a beauty salon there. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. local time as air raid sirens activated across parts of Israel, including the Judean foothills, northern Negev, and areas near the Gaza border. Palestinian Authority officials condemned the Iranian attack while Hamas offered no public comment on the errant strike that hit its own side. The episode comes amid the broader regional conflict involving U.S. and Israeli operations against Iran under Operation Epic Fury.
Sources: Ynet News, The Wall Street Journal
🚢 Iraq Restarts Ceyhan Pipeline Exports as Gulf Reroutes Around Closed Hormuz
Iraq resumed crude oil exports from Kirkuk fields to Turkey’s Ceyhan port on March 18, 2026. Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government reached a deal the previous day that allowed flows through the northern pipeline network. North Oil Company confirmed operations began at the Sarlo pumping station with initial volumes around 250,000 barrels per day. The restart provides an alternative route that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz, which has remained effectively closed for over two weeks due to the ongoing U.S. and Israeli military campaign against Iran under Operation Epic Fury. Iraqi officials simultaneously pursued talks with Tehran to permit limited tanker transits through Hormuz while southern Gulf exports face severe constraints. The move offers modest relief to global oil markets strained by the disruption, even as Iran explores selective new transit arrangements along its coastline.
🌐 Argentina Formally Exits WHO and Reclaims Health Sovereignty Following US Lead
Argentina officially completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization on March 18, 2026. Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno announced the move on social media. The exit took effect exactly one year after the government submitted formal notification to the United Nations Secretary-General on March 17, 2025. President Javier Milei’s administration cited deep concerns over the WHO’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and its perceived overreach into national decision-making. Officials emphasized that Argentina will continue international health cooperation through bilateral agreements and regional channels while fully preserving its sovereign authority over domestic health policies. The decision aligns with the United States’ earlier withdrawal under President Donald Trump.
Sources: The Washington Times, Reuters