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January 31, 2025
News

Federal Workers Advised on How to Seek Private Sector Employment as Trump’s Buyout Deadline Looms.

President Donald J. Trump‘s efforts to reduce the federal workforce, especially those working in nonproductive or redundant roles, are continuing apace. On Thursday night, at 8:30 PM, the Office of Personnel Management emailed federal government workers with a Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.) document outlining an earlier announcement from the Trump White House offering buyouts for those looking to leave public employment for the private sector.

The email emphasized that private sector roles typically offer higher levels of pay than federal employment and stressed that workers had until February 6 to determine if they wanted to accept the buyouts. According to the document, federal employees opting to resign could engage in a second job or travel while still receiving government pay for several months prior to their permanent departure.

The National Pulse previously reported that the Trump White House is especially focused on federal workers who are dodging an executive order reinstating in-office work. During the COVID-19 pandemic, federal workers were granted greater leeway regarding working from home and telework—with the Biden government extending these provisions well past the pandemic’s end. These policies, U.S. Senate investigators found, resulted in just six percent of the federal workforce actually working full-time and in person and left the average occupancy rate of a federal office building in Washington, D.C., at around 12 percent.

Image by Gage Skidmore.

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President Donald J. Trump's efforts to reduce the federal workforce, especially those working in nonproductive or redundant roles, are continuing apace. On Thursday night, at 8:30 PM, the Office of Personnel Management emailed federal government workers with a Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q.) document outlining an earlier announcement from the Trump White House offering buyouts for those looking to leave public employment for the private sector. show more
January 31, 2025
Jack Montgomery
News

BREAKING: Homes Ablaze as Plane Crashes in Philadelphia.

Multiple homes are ablaze after a plane crash in north-east Philadelphia. Reports indicate a small aircraft crashed into buildings and cars in Roosevelt Boulevard and Cottman Avenue.

Police report two people were aboard the plane at the time of the crash, and multiple casualties are reported on the ground, with several homes and vehicles on fire. As of the time of publication, the exact cause and circumstances of the crash are unclear.

This story is developing…

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Multiple homes are ablaze after a plane crash in north-east Philadelphia. Reports indicate a small aircraft crashed into buildings and cars in Roosevelt Boulevard and Cottman Avenue. show more
January 31, 2025
Jack Montgomery
News

KASSAM: Trump’s Purge of Deep State ‘Made Men’ at the FBI Heralds Epic Meltdowns.

Raheem Kassam, Editor-in-Chief of The National Pulse, is predicting meltdowns on a grand scale now that President Donald J. Trump has moved to purge the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) leadership. “I think the unprecedented nature of this is what’s really rocking Washington, D.C., to its core this evening. A lot of these people have gone through their lives thinking of themselves as ‘made men,’ in a very mafioso sense of the word, and that is coming undone in front of their eyes,” Kassam told War Room host Stephen K. Bannon.

Kassam noted this in only “the first step” for the second Trump administration, as “if you go in this hard, what you’re showing is that you’re going to clean house entirely, because these were some of the most senior people… some of the people who were in charge of the persecution against President Trump over the last four years.”

The National Pulse chief said the people who have been removed had believed “that they would be shielded” and even kept anonymous, without any consequences or scrutiny—in large part “because they really didn’t think that President Trump would win a second term”—but now “the chickens are coming home to roost.”

Bannon and Kassam also discussed the Senate confirmation hearing for President Trump’s nominee for FBI director, Kash Patel. Kassam praised Patel’s “open” and “upfront” performance. He believes that firings taking place before Patel has even been confirmed are a message from President Trump to the Deep State along the lines of, “What you saw yesterday was an appetizer; here’s your main course.”

He added, “I can’t wait for dessert!”

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Raheem Kassam, Editor-in-Chief of The National Pulse, is predicting meltdowns on a grand scale now that President Donald J. Trump has moved to purge the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) leadership. "I think the unprecedented nature of this is what's really rocking Washington, D.C., to its core this evening. A lot of these people have gone through their lives thinking of themselves as 'made men,' in a very mafioso sense of the word, and that is coming undone in front of their eyes," Kassam told War Room host Stephen K. Bannon. show more
January 31, 2025
Immigration
News

Dem-Run Border Town Declares Emergency Over Trump Deportations.

A Democrat-run border town in Arizona has declared a state of emergency, claiming President Donald J. Trump’s illegal alien deportation policies could impact the local economy. Douglas City Council’s Democrat Mayor, Jose Grijalva, declared the state of emergency this week. The Arizona town, located close to the Mexican border, is tied economically to Agua Prieta, Mexico, just two miles away.

Mayor Grijalva claims that this move is not politically motivated, but the declaration passed the council with a narrow 3-2 vote.

Douglas is a small town in Cochise County, Arizona, home to approximately 16,500 residents, while Agua Prieta has around 91,000 people. Grijalva claims residents of the Mexican account for “around 70 percent of our sales tax and any border policies effect our economy”—although this should not be an issue for Douglas if its customers from Agua Prieta are entering the U.S. legally.

So far, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) has arrested over a thousand illegals across the country, many of them wanted for serious crimes up to and including murder. President Trump’s Border Czar, Tom Homan, has stated that ICE is currently prioritizing dangerous criminals for deportation but that all illegals fall under ICE’s purview.

Immediately after his inauguration on January 20, President Trump closed the major border crossing at El Paso, Texas, as part of his policy to secure the southern border. El Paso saw waves of illegals flood across the border from Mexico under the previous Biden-Harris regime, including an incident in March of last year where migrants started a riot, attacking National Guard troops.

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A Democrat-run border town in Arizona has declared a state of emergency, claiming President Donald J. Trump's illegal alien deportation policies could impact the local economy. Douglas City Council's Democrat Mayor, Jose Grijalva, declared the state of emergency this week. The Arizona town, located close to the Mexican border, is tied economically to Agua Prieta, Mexico, just two miles away. show more
January 31, 2025
Economy
Health
Immigration

Trump Set to Impose Tariffs on Three Major Countries Saturday.

President Donald J. Trump plans to introduce tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico starting Saturday, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. On Friday afternoon, Leavitt announced to reporters that Canada and Mexico will face 25 percent tariffs, while a 10 percent tariff will be applied to China unless the countries agree to enact measures to curb the flow of illegal fentanyl into the United States.

This decision stems from Trump’s pledge to implement economic tariffs on the three to force their action to assist American operations to secure its borders, deport illegal immigrants, and end drug trafficking. “These are promises made and promises kept by the president,” Leavitt stated, highlighting that the tariff on China targets the distribution of illegal fentanyl originating from there, which has resulted in numerous American deaths.

Details on specific products subject to the tariffs remain unclear, but Leavitt indicated that more information would become available within the next 24 hours. In response, both Canada and Mexico have indicated they may retaliate with their own tariffs. Outgoing Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau emphasized readiness for a response.

“It’s not what we want, but if he moves forward, we will also act,” Trudeau stated.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum assured that her country is prepared with several strategies should the tariffs be enforced. She emphasized the importance of defending Mexico’s dignity and sovereignty and called for respectful dialogue.

Trump had initially issued the tariff warning in November, urging Canada and Mexico to address drug trafficking and illegal immigration. In response, Trudeau and Trump met at Mar-a-Lago to discuss the tariffs. Trump reportedly suggested that financial difficulties from tariffs could be avoided if Canada joined the U.S. as a state.

Image by Gage Skidmore.

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President Donald J. Trump plans to introduce tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico starting Saturday, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. On Friday afternoon, Leavitt announced to reporters that Canada and Mexico will face 25 percent tariffs, while a 10 percent tariff will be applied to China unless the countries agree to enact measures to curb the flow of illegal fentanyl into the United States. show more
January 31, 2025
News

Defense Sec Hegseth Backs Trump on DEI Following D.C. Air Disaster.

Discussing the ongoing investigation into a fatal plane crash over Washington, D.C., on Friday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth explained that the investigation is focusing on the altitudes of the aircraft involved. He stated, “We are looking at altitude, and the president was clear about that; someone was at the wrong altitude.” However, he also addressed recent criticisms of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring practices in government, raised by President Donald J. Trump following the disaster.

President Donald Trump has said the Army helicopter exceeded the 200-foot altitude limit on his Truth Social platform. He also slammed Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) diversity hiring policies aimed at recruiting people with “severe intellectual disability” and “psychiatric disability.” He said Joe Biden’s Transportation Secretary, Pete Buttigieg, had run the department “into the ground.”

Regarding DEI programs, Hegseth defended Trump’s statements: “The environment around which we choose pilots or air traffic controllers, as the president pointed out correctly yesterday, better be highest possible standard.”

“I don’t care what background they come from, what their race is, what their gender is, if they are rich or poor. I just need them to be good at their job because I need my flight to land safely,” he continued.

He noted the Biden-Harris government had “pushed real or perceived [diversity] quotas,” stressing, “We are ending all of that; it’s been made very clear across all of our services and commands, it is merit only, and this means we will get the best of the best.”

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Discussing the ongoing investigation into a fatal plane crash over Washington, D.C., on Friday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth explained that the investigation is focusing on the altitudes of the aircraft involved. He stated, "We are looking at altitude, and the president was clear about that; someone was at the wrong altitude." However, he also addressed recent criticisms of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) hiring practices in government, raised by President Donald J. Trump following the disaster. show more
January 31, 2025
News

WATCH: New Videos of Black Hawk Collision Raise Safety Concerns.

Two newly released videos have intensified scrutiny over the recent American Airlines plane crash over the Potomac River. The footage shows a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter on a collision course with the aircraft despite apparently favorable weather conditions.

The incident occurred on January 29, 2025,  near Arlington, Virginia. Emergency response teams remain on site, with recovery operations shifting from rescue mode due to the absence of survivors among the 64 passengers and crew on the plane and three military personnel aboard the helicopter.

As the crash investigation unfolds, the Federal Aviation Administration’s capacity to manage national airspace has come under significant question. Calls for FAA leadership changes have arisen, with Donald Trump-allied tech mogul Elon Musk openly criticizing FAA head Michael Whitaker. President Trump has lambasted diversity policies within the FAA.

The accident occurred as the American Airlines Canadair Regional Jet Approached Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. CNN footage shows the helicopter did not decelerate or alter its course before impact. Air traffic control audio suggests confusion.

An official investigation remains in progress, with authorities working to piece together the factors that led to the tragedy.

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Two newly released videos have intensified scrutiny over the recent American Airlines plane crash over the Potomac River. The footage shows a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter on a collision course with the aircraft despite apparently favorable weather conditions. show more
January 31, 2025
News

Father of Crash Pilot Claims Black Hawk Crew Made ‘Grave Error.’

The father of one of the American Airlines Flight 5342 pilots, whose plane collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter on Wednesday in Washington, D.C. says he believes the helicopter crew made a “grave error.” Timothy Lilley, father of American Airlines pilot Sam Lilley, is himself a former military pilot.

Lilley notes that visibility over the Potomac River in the nation’s capital can be difficult at night, especially if the Black Hawk pilots were using night vision goggles. “From what I can see, those guys turned right into the jet. I think the PSA jet was doing everything right. The Army pilot made a grave error. It hurts me because those are my brothers, and now my son is dead,” Timothy Lilley said in an interview with local news.

The latest revelations in the deadly air crash—in which all 60 American Airlines passengers, four crew, and three military personnel are presumed dead—suggest the Black Hawk was flying at too high of an altitude as it moved to cross over the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport. Video of the crash appears to show the Black Hawk at an altitude of around 300 feet instead of the limit of 200 feet as it turns directly into the commercial flight that was on descent for landing at the airport.

Additionally, there is some speculation that the Black Hawk pilots may have misidentified another plane as American Airlines Flight 5342, leaving them unaware of the actual incoming aircraft—despite warnings from the airport’s control tower. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has begun investigating the crash, alongside other agencies, aiming to determine the cause. An FAA report disclosed that only one air traffic controller was present at the airport during the collision, which the agency marked as “not normal.”

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The father of one of the American Airlines Flight 5342 pilots, whose plane collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter on Wednesday in Washington, D.C. says he believes the helicopter crew made a "grave error." Timothy Lilley, father of American Airlines pilot Sam Lilley, is himself a former military pilot. show more
January 31, 2025
Crime
Immigration
News

Soros-Owned Radio Station Exposes Identities of Undercover ICE Agents.

A radio station owned by leftist billionaire George Soros has publicly revealed the locations of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents operating undercover in San Jose, California. A KCBS 740 AM radio host disclosed details about ICE operations on January 26. The information shared by Bret Burkhart detailed the types of unmarked vehicles and the specific locations where ICE agents were present.

Burkhart cited updates from social media posts made by the Rapid Response Network, an organization opposing deportation efforts. Burkhart’s broadcast might have endangered the agents’ safety by potentially exposing their covert operations.

Soros acquired Audacy, a major U.S. radio station network, for $400 million in February 2024, including KCBS 740 AM.

The Santa Clara County pro-illegal alien Rapid Response Network initially reported these activities through its online platforms. They listed descriptions of the unmarked vehicles and disclosed locations where ICE officers were allegedly positioned.

ICE began operations under border czar Tom Homan immediately after the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump on January 20. Homan stated that ICE was prioritizing violent criminal illegals, some of whom are wanted for serious crimes like murder or child rape.

So far, ICE has arrested over 1,000 criminal illegal aliens across the country. In a recent interview, Homan stated that all illegals were on ICE’s radar, however. “It’s a crime. And that’s the way it’s supposed to be. I wouldn’t feel comfortable if I’m in Switzerland illegally. So we’re going to enforce the laws of this country,” he said.

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A radio station owned by leftist billionaire George Soros has publicly revealed the locations of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents operating undercover in San Jose, California. A KCBS 740 AM radio host disclosed details about ICE operations on January 26. The information shared by Bret Burkhart detailed the types of unmarked vehicles and the specific locations where ICE agents were present. show more
January 31, 2025
Election 2024
Election Integrity

DOJ Ends Suit Against Virginia for Removing Noncitizens from Voter Rolls.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is withdrawing its lawsuit against Virginia, initially filed by the Biden government, seeking to bar the removal of noncitizens from the Commonwealth’s voter rolls. The move comports with a number of recent legal filings ramping down the Biden government’s lawfare actions following President Donald J. Trump’s inauguration on January 20.

The lawsuit was initiated in October following Virginia’s efforts to exclude approximately 1,600 individuals identified as potential non-citizens from its voter rolls. A federal judge had previously mandated Virginia reverse this decision and reinstate those individuals onto the voter lists. However, the U.S. Supreme Court later intervened by lifting the federal judge’s injunction, effectively allowing Virginia to proceed with its maintenance program for the voter registration rolls.

This ruling enabled the state to continue its policy of excluding non-citizens from voter eligibility, aligning state and federal law.

The Department of Justice’s recent decision to dismiss its lawsuit signals an acceptance of the current legal position outlined by the Supreme Court. Without this federal case hanging over it, Virginia is now free to maintain its voter roll practices as currently implemented.

During the 2024 election, The National Pulse documented numerous instances of noncitizens unlawfully casting ballots in American state and federal elections. Meanwhile, Republicans in Congress attempted to close several legal loopholes by advancing the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act but were blocked by the then-Democrat-controlled Senate.

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The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is withdrawing its lawsuit against Virginia, initially filed by the Biden government, seeking to bar the removal of noncitizens from the Commonwealth's voter rolls. The move comports with a number of recent legal filings ramping down the Biden government's lawfare actions following President Donald J. Trump's inauguration on January 20. show more