Advancing American Freedom

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of the Trump administration in a case involving the authority of immigration officers over green card holders accused of crimes. The decision allowed officers to place lawful permanent resident Muk Choi Lau on immigration parole after he was accused of counterfeiting, without requiring proof of a crime involving moral turpitude. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson dissented, warning the ruling could enable unchecked executive power over immigration.

A coalition including Mike Pence’s Advancing American Freedom and groups like R Street Institute and NetChoice is urging Senate Commerce Committee leaders to exclude kids’ online safety measures from a national AI framework. The groups argue the proposed bills, such as the Kids Online Safety Act and App Store Accountability Act, risk violating free speech and privacy, with concerns over age verification requirements and data security.

California's delayed election results stem from its vote-by-mail system and four structural factors: mass mail voting, a seven-day post-Election Day ballot receipt window, a 22-day cure period for signature issues, and high provisional ballot volumes. Delays affect races like the Los Angeles mayoral contest and state jungle primary, with counting expected to continue through June 15.

California's election results remain unsettled due to four factors: mass mail voting, a seven-day post-Election Day ballot receipt window, a 22-day cure period for signature issues, and high volumes of provisional ballots. Election law expert Hans von Spakovsky attributes the delays to the state's vote-by-mail system and administrative procedures.

President Trump is leveraging foreign-influence laws like FARA against left-wing activist networks, a shift from their prior use against figures in his orbit and some Democrats. Legal experts criticize the Biden administration for applying FARA politically, while the law's criminal enforcement has increased since 2016, targeting individuals such as Paul Manafort and Michael Flynn.

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed an executive order requiring federal immigration agents to produce valid warrants before operating on state property, including polling sites. Constitutional scholar Hans von Spakovsky criticized the order as "political theater," arguing it overreaches state authority and is legally unnecessary since federal immigration law doesn't require warrants for detentions.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed an executive order requiring federal immigration agents to produce valid warrants on state property, including polling sites. Constitutional scholar Hans von Spakovsky criticized the order as 'political theater,' arguing it overreaches state authority and is unnecessary under federal law.

A wave of social media-fueled teen takeovers in cities is putting officials on alert for a potentially volatile summer, with experts warning of strained police resources and increased violence. Recent incidents have led to arrests, fights, and emergency curfew debates. Cities such as Chicago and Washington, D.C., are bracing for potential chaos.

A wave of social media-fueled teen takeovers in cities from Chicago to Washington, D.C., is putting officials on alert for a potentially volatile summer. Experts warn that large youth gatherings could strain police, fuel violence and threaten recent public-safety gains. The warning comes after a wave of spring incidents across the country, where large teen crowds organized or amplified online have led to arrests, fights, weapons charges and emergency curfew debates.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is pushing new restrictions targeting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in her 2027 budget request, testing the limits of her authority to impose requirements on federal agencies. The Local Cops Local Crimes Act would block local law enforcement from acting on behalf of ICE. Experts believe this effort is doomed from its outset.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul is pushing new restrictions targeting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the state's 2027 budget request. The Local Cops Local Crimes Act would block local law enforcement from acting on behalf of ICE. Experts believe this move is doomed to fail.

An advocacy group founded by former Vice President Mike Pence, Advancing American Freedom (AAF), is criticizing the Trump administration's reported plan to rescue Spirit Airlines, arguing against a direct bailout. The group's opposition highlights growing conservative resistance to the proposed deal, as reported by The Hill.

Rep. Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress and withdrew from the California gubernatorial race amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations, including claims of drugging and rape. Legal experts warn he could face disbarment due to his active law license and the State Bar of California's professional conduct rules. Criminal investigations by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and Manhattan DA's Office are ongoing.

Mike Pence's conservative group Advancing American Freedom (AAF) is launching a messaging campaign promoting the 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' a GOP policy package combining tax cuts, energy expansion, and spending reductions. The effort aims to bolster Republican messaging ahead of midterms by providing lawmakers with a 90-page report and policy resources.

Mike Pence's group Advancing American Freedom is promoting the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' as a key GOP strategy for midterms, emphasizing tax cuts, energy expansion, and economic growth. The 90-page report highlights reforms aimed at preventing tax hikes and boosting household relief through $800 billion in tax cuts by 2030.