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The United States has formally reopened its embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, after the restoration of full diplomatic relations with the South American country following the Trump administration’s ouster of then-President Nicolas Maduro in early January. The State Department announced Monday that it had resumed normal operations at the embassy in Caracas — which had been in need of significant repair, including remediation from mold — after a seven-year closure that began during President Donald Trump’s first term. A small team of U.S. diplomats, based in neighboring Colombia, has been working in Caracas for more than a month and hosted a flag-raising ceremony on March 14, but the embassy itself had not yet been reopened until Monday. ��The resumption of operations at U.S. Embassy Caracas is a key milestone in implementing the president’s three phase plan for Venezuela and will strengthen our ability to engage directly with Venezuela’s interim government, civil society, and the private sector,” the State Department said in a statement. It said the move marked “a new chapter in our diplomatic presence in Venezuela.” Work to restore the consular section of the embassy, where Americans and Venezuelans must go for passport and visa services, is not yet complete, and those seeking assistance still need to contact the U.S. Embassy in Bogota, the department said.

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A Delta Air Lines flight bound for Atlanta returned to the airport in Sao Paulo shortly after takeoff on Sunday night due to a mechanical issue with the aircraft's left engine, the airline said in a statement released on Monday. The airplane, an Airbus A330-300 carrying 272 passengers and 14 crew members, landed safely and was met by airport rescue and firefighting teams, the company added. Delta did not provide further details about the incident, but a report from local outlet G1, showing a passenger-made video from inside the jet, said the aircraft's left engine exploded seconds after takeoff. G1 also said the incident caused delays for other flights out of the Sao Paulo International Airport, which did not immediately reply to a request for comment.

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Gavin Newsom's wife is not very smart

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The Comal County Sheriff's Office in Texas reports one person is injured and the suspect is dead after a school shooting Monday morning at Hill Country College Preparatory High School in Bulverde. The Sheriff's Office says a teacher was shot by a student and has been taken to a San Antonio hospital. The suspected shooter was a 15-year-old male who died at the scene. The school was placed on lockdown. Students were safely transported to Bulverde Middle School. Authorities say there is no ongoing threat to students at this time.

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No Kings Rallies Proves Liberal Insanity

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Mike has zero problem with people hitting the streets, even when everyone knows these “No Kings” rallies were pre-packaged, pre-funded, and anything but spontaneous.

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President Trump’s decisive approach to Iran is delivering results.  We have the momentum. Now we must keep it. Win the midterms, protect the agenda, and stop the Democrats from dragging the country backward.

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UNITE IE - All the Conservative Stars Out for Salem LA Event in the Inland Empire Salem News Channel's Willie Nelson Interviewed them all

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Faith & Freedom 250 - Episode 15: The 1962 Supreme Court Decision That Banned School Prayer Courtesy of The Herzog Foundation.

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NO KINGS...And Furries

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Iran says it is ready to respond to any U.S. ground attack, accusing Washington of planning a land assault even as talks are underway. Regional powers, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt, met in Islamabad on Sunday to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. More talks are expected on Monday. The conflict, now in its second month, has disrupted global energy supplies and killed thousands. Israel has launched over 140 air strikes on central and western Iran in the past 24 hours, targeting missile sites and storage facilities. A missile or debris struck a chemical plant near Beer Sheva in southern Israel, while another landed near homes, injuring 11 people. Major facilities in Bahrain and the UAE have also been damaged, with the UAE seeking reparations and guarantees against further attacks. Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis recently launched their first attacks on Israel, raising concerns about the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Thousands of U.S. Marines have arrived in the Middle East, with reports that the Pentagon is preparing for potential ground operations in Iran. President Donald Trump faces a choice between negotiating a ceasefire or escalating militarily, a decision that could further affect his approval ratings. Washington reportedly offered a 15-point ceasefire plan, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restrictions on Iran’s nuclear program, but Tehran has rejected the proposal and submitted its own.

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President Donald Trump showed off new renderings of the White House ballroom, calling it a long-awaited project and emphasizing that all costs are being covered by himself and private donors, with no government money involved. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump described the ballroom as “the same height as the White House” and said it will accommodate large gatherings, including visits from foreign dignitaries like China’s President Xi. He also noted that a “massive” military complex is being built underneath the ballroom. The project has faced legal and political hurdles, including a lawsuit from the National Trust for Historic Preservation alleging that required reviews and public input were bypassed. A federal judge is expected to decide by the end of March whether to issue an injunction to halt construction. No official completion date has been set, though the White House says it will be finished well before the end of Trump’s term. The ballroom will feature high-grade, bullet-proof glass and a drone-proof roof, the president added.

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President Donald Trump said Sunday that negotiations with Iran are progressing “extremely well,” with Tehran preparing to allow oil tankers to pass through the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that Iran initially sent eight tankers, then added two more, and on Sunday gave 20 additional tankers carrying oil, describing the move as “out of a sign of respect.” He said the transit is set to begin Monday morning. “I would only say that we're doing extremely well in that negotiation, but you never know with Iran, because we negotiate with them and then we always have to blow them up,” Trump added. The remarks follow his statement on March 26 that Iran was permitting 10 oil tankers to transit the key global shipping route as a goodwill gesture. The president has been pushing Iran to agree to a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and limit its nuclear program. Earlier, on March 24, Trump hinted that Iran had made an “expensive, energy-related concession,” though he did not provide details at the time.

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President Donald Trump has ordered emergency pay for Transportation Security Administration officers who have been working without pay during the ongoing government shutdown. Despite the move, airports across the country are still advising travelers to arrive several hours early due to persistent long security lines. Officials say it remains unclear how quickly the pay order will ease delays. Federal immigration officers brought in to assist TSA operations could remain in place until staffing levels return to normal, as airports prepare for a busy travel period with spring break and holiday travel underway.

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President Donald Trump is escalating rhetoric against Iran, warning of potential strikes on key civilian infrastructure if a deal is not reached soon. In a social media post, Trump said his administration is in “serious discussions” with what he described as a “new and more reasonable regime,” but cautioned that military action remains on the table. He specifically threatened to target Iran’s electric generating plants, oil wells, and Kharg Island — and even suggested desalination facilities could be hit if talks fall apart. Trump also demanded that the Strait of Hormuz remain open to shipping, calling it a key condition in ongoing negotiations. The comments come as tensions remain high in the region, despite signs of progress in early ceasefire talks. Experts warn any strike on critical infrastructure could have widespread humanitarian and economic consequences.

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Dozens of people were arrested in Los Angeles after a “No Kings” rally escalated over the weekend. Police say 74 individuals were taken into custody for refusing to leave following a dispersal order. Officers deployed tear gas near a federal detention center to clear the crowds. One person was also arrested for allegedly carrying a dagger, and federal officials reported that two officers were injured by concrete thrown during the unrest. The rally was part of nationwide protests against President Donald Trump’s actions and the ongoing conflict in Iran, though most gatherings across the U.S. remained peaceful.

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Spain has closed its airspace to U.S. military planes involved in operations related to the Iran conflict. The decision prevents American aircraft from flying over the country during missions in the Middle East. Spanish officials said the move reflects the country’s opposition to what it calls a unilateral conflict. The restriction does not apply in emergencies, but it could further strain diplomatic relations between Madrid and Washington.

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President Donald Trump said he has “no problem” with a Russian oil tanker delivering fuel to Cuba, despite the ongoing U.S. blockade. The shipment comes as the island faces severe shortages of gasoline and electricity, with widespread blackouts affecting hospitals, public transportation, and daily life. Trump framed the decision as a humanitarian measure, saying the delivery is meant to help the Cuban people survive and that other countries could also send aid if needed.

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Senate Refuses to Fund ICE

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