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JUSTTHENEWS (Ben Whedon) - Trump says he's 'prepared to replace Alito, Thomas on SCOTUS Wed Apr 15 13:28:41 2026

During his first term, Trump named three justices to the bench, including Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, and Amy Coney Barrett.

THENATIONALPULSE (Pulse Wires) - US, Iran Agree ‘In Principle’ to Extend Ceasefire, AP Reports, as Trump Hails Chinese Co-operation. Wed Apr 15 13:26:29 2026

The U.S. and Iran have reportedly reached a tentative agreement to extend their ceasefire despite heightened tensions, including a U.S. naval blockade and Iranian threats, according to the Associated Press. The post US, Iran Agree ‘In Principle’ to Extend Ceasefire, AP Reports, as Trump Hails Chinese Co-operation. appeared first on The National Pulse .

The U.S. and Iran have reportedly reached a tentative agreement to extend their ceasefire despite heightened tensions, including a U.S. naval blockade and Iranian threats, according to the Associated Press. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: The United States and Iran have reportedly reached an “in principle agreement ” to extend their two-week ceasefire, according to unnamed regional officials cited by the Associated Press, in a story filed from Cairo, early Wednesday. This comes despite a U.S. naval blockade and renewed threats from Iran. WHEN & WHERE: The ceasefire, which began two weeks ago, is set to expire on April 22, with ongoing negotiations taking place in Islamabad, Pakistan. The war is technically in its seventh week now, after…Open

JUSTTHENEWS (Kevin Killough) - Spring snows in Colorado related to 75-vehicle pileup, eight people sent to hospital Wed Apr 15 13:08:16 2026

First responders evaluated 19 people for injuries, and eight of the injured were taken to the hospital. One person sustained serious bodily injuries.

THENATIONALPULSE (Pulse Wires) - Mark Meadows Wants Lawfare-Linked Legal Fees Back from DOJ. Wed Apr 15 13:06:15 2026

Former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows has demanded the Department of Justice (DOJ) reimburse his legal fees incurred during investigations tied to his service in the Trump administration. The post Mark Meadows Wants Lawfare-Linked Legal Fees Back from DOJ. appeared first on The National Pulse .

Former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows has demanded the Department of Justice (DOJ) reimburse his legal fees incurred during investigations tied to his service in the Trump administration. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Mark Meadows, former White House Chief of Staff, has formally requested the Department of Justice (DOJ ) reimburse his legal fees incurred during multiple investigations related to his role under the Trump administration. These investigations include federal and state probes into the 2020 election and January 6. DETAIL: Meadows’ legal fees stem from his support for President Donald J. Trump’s efforts to contest the 2020 election results. He faces ongoing legal uncertainty in Arizona related to alleged “fake…Open

JUSTTHENEWS (Kevin Killough) - U.S. destroyer blocks two oil tankers attempting to leave Iran Wed Apr 15 12:47:52 2026

U.S. Central Command said on Tuesday that 10,000 U.S. sailors, marines and airmen, as well as dozens of warships and aircraft, are executing the blockade, and in its first 24 hours, no ships had managed to squeeze through it.

THEFEDERALIST (Chris Bray) - The ‘Stop Nick Shirley Act’ Is A Pathetic Joke Wed Apr 15 12:28:17 2026

The actual text of the bill is about allowing people to submit a half a ton of paperwork to a state program so the state can tell people not to be mean to you.

JUSTTHENEWS (Kevin Killough) - Trump says China will not to send weapons to Iran, 'permanently' opening Strait of Hormuz Wed Apr 15 12:27:38 2026

Trump said China and the U.S. are "working together smartly," which is better than fighting.

JUSTTHENEWS (Kevin Killough) - Iran rejects proposal allowing vessels stuck in the Persian Gulf to pass through Strait of Hormuz Wed Apr 15 12:07:20 2026

The Iranian official said that any deals addressing the consequences for maritime traffic arising from attacks against Iran by the U.S. and Israel need to take into account that Iran has a right to defend itself.

THENATIONALPULSE (Pulse Wires) - New Hungarian PM Alleges Matt Schlapp’s CPAC Took Foreign Funds, Calls It a ‘Crime.’ Wed Apr 15 12:05:48 2026

Hungary's incoming prime minister, Péter Magyar, announced plans to investigate the use of taxpayer funds under Viktor Orbán's administration, including financial support for the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), organized by American Conservative Union (ACU) chairman Matt Schlapp. The post New Hungarian PM Alleges Matt Schlapp’s CPAC Took Foreign Funds, Calls It a ‘Crime.’ appeared first on The National Pulse .

Hungary’s incoming leader plans to investigate taxpayer funding of Matt Schlapp’s Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) by Viktor Orbán’s government . PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Hungary’s incoming prime minister, Péter Magyar, announced plans to investigate the use of taxpayer funds under Viktor Orbán‘s administration, including financial support for the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC ), organized by American Conservative Union (ACU) chairman Matt Schlapp. Magyar criticized the practice of using state funds to support political events, calling it a “crime.” DETAIL: Following his election victory, Péter Magyar delivered a series of statements emphasizing a “return to democratic norms.” He…Open

THEFEDERALIST (Brianna Lyman) - Study: Trump Cut Bloated Legal Immigration By Bigger Numbers Than Illegal Crossings Wed Apr 15 11:47:55 2026

A new report from the Cato Institute shows Trump has not only delivered on illegal immigration — he’s delivering on legal immigration too. “The cut to legal entries was 2.5 times as large” as the cut to illegal entries, David J. Bier wrote in his report, noting that illegal entries have also fallen under Trump. […]