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Trump Files $15 Billion Defamation Lawsuit Against New York Times
President files massive defamation suit against NYT and Penguin Random House, experts call it meritless intimidation.
Trump Threatens National Emergency Over ICE Cooperation
President announces intent to federalize Washington D.C. over sanctuary city policies.
ICE Officer Fatally Shoots Mexican Immigrant in Chicago Suburb
Silverio Villegas-Gonzalez killed during traffic stop in Franklin Park, Illinois.
Department of State Policy Provisions Act Threatens Passport Revocation
H.R. 5300 would allow passport revocation for those charged with supporting Foreign Terrorist Organizations.
Senate Votes to Block Release of Additional Epstein Files
Senate blocks release of key Epstein documents citing national security and privacy concerns.
Global Democracy Watchdog Warns of US Backsliding
International Institute for Democracy & Electoral Assistance cites U.S. under Trump for democratic backsliding.
Trump Administration Sanctions Brazilian Supreme Court Justice
U.S. imposes sanctions on Justice Alexandre de Moraes, seen as retaliation for Bolsonaro rulings.
Operation Midway Blitz Announced
DHS and ICE announce crackdown in Chicago, sparking fears of federal overreach.
Charlie Kirk Shot During Utah Event
Prominent conservative activist killed in shooting at Utah university event.
ICE Extends Detention Periods to Seven Days
Policy change allows holding migrants in facilities for up to a week.
Christian Nationalist Policies Target LGBTQ+ Youth in Schools
Religious exemptions used to deny services and support to LGBTQ+ students.
Operation Midway Blitz Launched in Chicago
ICE launches aggressive enforcement campaign targeting Chicago area.
Supreme Court Allows Racial Profiling in ICE Raids
Court permits ICE agents to use race, language, and occupation in Los Angeles raids.
Trump DOJ Considers Gun Ban for Transgender Americans
Justice Department officials weigh proposals to strip Second Amendment rights from transgender individuals.
Georgia Hyundai Plant Immigration Raid
Massive workplace raid results in 475 arrests including foreign nationals.
Federal Healthcare Programs Adopt Religious Restrictions
Christian nationalist ideology shapes federal health policy and access.
Project 2025 Implements Biblical Law Framework
Federal agencies directed to align policies with Christian nationalist interpretation of biblical law.
Trump Deploys National Guard to Washington, D.C.
Federalizes local policing under pretext of crime prevention.
Federal Funding Redirected to Faith-Based Organizations
Massive shift in federal grants prioritizes Christian organizations over secular nonprofits.
Trump Administration's Fake Transparency: Selective Epstein Document Release
Administration performs political theater by requesting only self-serving documents while blocking real transparency.
Trump Sues Wall Street Journal Over Epstein Letter Report
Trump files lawsuit against WSJ and Murdoch over report of letter in Epstein birthday album.
Detention of U.S. Citizens During ICE Raids
Multiple American citizens mistakenly detained or deported.
Christian Nationalist Groups Mobilize for 2026 Elections
Religious extremist organizations coordinate political campaigns.
Jaime Alanis Garcia Dies During Camarillo ICE Raid
Farmworker falls to death while fleeing ICE agents at California greenhouse.
Supreme Court Allows Trump Mass Firings at Federal Agencies
Court lifts injunction, allowing mass layoffs at 21+ federal agencies.
DOJ Declares No Epstein "Client List" Exists, Ends File Releases
Justice Department officially states no client list exists and announces no further file releases.
ACLU Files Lawsuit Against ICE Raids
Legal challenge alleges unconstitutional roundups and racial profiling.
Congress Approves $170 Billion for Mass Deportation
Senate passes unprecedented funding for immigration detention and enforcement.
D.V.D. v. Department of Homeland Security Filed
Class-action lawsuit challenges third-country deportations.
Religious Exemptions Enable Workplace Discrimination
Federal contractors allowed to discriminate based on Christian nationalist beliefs.
National Guard Deployment Expanded in Los Angeles
Additional 2,000 troops deployed to suppress immigration protests.
Texas Mandates Ten Commandments in Public School Classrooms
State law requires religious displays in all public school classrooms.
Supreme Court Rules Against Transgender Rights in Skrmetti v. U.S.
Court decision severely restricts access to gender-affirming care.
"No Kings" Rallies Nationwide
Pro-democracy protests push back against authoritarianism.
Religious Exemptions Expanded Across Federal Programs
Sweeping conscience protections allow discrimination based on religious beliefs.
Los Angeles Protests Erupt Over ICE Raids
Mass protests against immigration enforcement lead to federal troop deployment.
59,000 Federal Jobs Eliminated Under Trump
Labor Department reports 59,000 federal jobs lost, with 22,000 in May alone.
Record ICE Air Deportation Flights
ICE conducts 1,187 flights in June, including 209 removal flights.
Deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia
Mistaken deportation leads to legal battles over re-entry.
Pete Hegseth Implements Christian Nationalist Military Policies
Defense Secretary with Crusades tattoos reshapes military according to Christian nationalist ideology.
DHS Defends Deportation of Convicted Criminals
Department addresses media criticism of deportation flight operations.
Christian Nationalist Influence on Immigration Policy
Religious ideology shapes federal immigration enforcement and refugee policy.
Palestinian Green Card Holder Faces Deportation as "Hamas Sympathizer"
Mahmoud Khalil faces deportation proceedings after being labeled Hamas sympathizer without criminal charges.
Supreme Court Allows Transgender Military Ban
Court lifts injunction blocking ban on transgender military service.
Virginia High School League Bans Transgender Athletes
State high school athletics association implements discriminatory policy.
Mass Layoffs Ruled Illegal by Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
Analysis finds Trump's RIFs violate congressional mandates and impoundment laws.
CIVICUS Adds US to Watchlist
International civil society group flags rapid decline in freedoms.
Public Libraries Targeted by Christian Nationalist Censorship
Religious groups campaign to remove secular and diverse books from public libraries.
Schedule F Implementation: 50,000 Workers to Lose Protections
OPM publishes rule to reclassify 50,000 federal workers as at-will employees.
Supreme Court Upholds Religious Displays in Government Buildings
Court ruling allows Ten Commandments and Christian symbols in public spaces.
Supreme Court Rules on Parental Curriculum Opt-Out Rights
Court allows parents to remove children from LGBTQ+ inclusive curricula.
Federal Funding Threatened Over Transgender School Policies
Trump administration threatens to withhold education funding.
No Visas for Anti-Semitic Students Act Introduced
H.R. 2866 directs State Department to revoke visas for students engaging in activities deemed antisemitic.
Detention of Turkish Student Rümeysa Öztürk
Tufts University student arrested after visa revocation.
Big Tech Surveillance Partnership Formalized
Major tech companies formalize data sharing agreements with federal surveillance agencies.
Christian Nationalist Curriculum Replaces Science Education
State governments mandate creationism and biblical worldview in public schools.
Military Courts Established for Civilian Trials
Military tribunals established to try civilians accused of opposing the administration.
DEI Removed from Foreign Service
State Department ordered to eliminate diversity criteria from promotions.
FBI Election Interference Task Force Dismantled
Administration halts investigations into foreign election interference.
Project 2025 180-Day Implementation Report Released
Heritage Foundation releases comprehensive report on first 180 days of Project 2025 implementation.
Appeals Court Lifts Block on Anti-DEI Executive Orders
Court allows enforcement of orders ending government diversity programs.
Federal Agencies Adopt Christian Hiring Preferences
Government jobs increasingly filled by candidates aligned with Christian nationalist ideology.
Turkish Student's US Visa Revoked for Israel Criticism
Doctoral student Rumeysa Ozturk has visa revoked after publishing article critical of Israel.
Pentagon Establishes Domestic Operations Command
Pentagon creates new command structure specifically for domestic military operations within the United States.
Detention of Columbia Student Mahmoud Khalil
Pro-Palestinian activist detained by ICE without warrant.
DOGE Implements Cross-Agency Data Sharing Protocol
Musk's DOGE creates unified surveillance system connecting all federal agencies.
Deportation of Venezuelans to El Salvador
238 Venezuelans deported to third country and imprisoned without trial.
Federal Private School Voucher Program Established
Educational Choice for Children Act creates first federal voucher program.
Heritage Foundation Opens Government Liaison Office
Heritage Foundation establishes permanent liaison office within the White House complex.
Christian Nationalist Influence on Judicial Appointments
Federal judges selected based on alignment with Christian nationalist ideology.
Judge Rules Mass Firings of Probationary Employees Illegal
Federal judge blocks Trump administration's firing of thousands of workers.
Military Deployed to Suppress Protests in Major Cities
Active-duty military deployed to suppress anti-government protests in Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles.
IRS Mega-Database Created Using Palantir Technology
Palantir creates comprehensive taxpayer surveillance database for IRS targeting political opponents.
Russell Vought Confirmed as OMB Director
Key Project 2025 architect takes control of federal budget and regulatory policy.
Federal Guidance Threatens DEI Program Funding
DOJ warns educational institutions about losing federal funds over DEI programs.
Federal Agencies Implement Christian Prayer Requirements
Government employees required to participate in Christian religious observances.
Federal Agencies Implement "Christian Values" Training
Multiple federal agencies begin mandatory "Christian values" training programs for employees.
Attorney General Bondi Teases Epstein "Client List" Existence
AG suggests client list exists but subsequent releases contain only previously known information.
National Guard Federalized for Domestic Surveillance
National Guard units federalized and deployed for domestic surveillance operations targeting political opponents.
DOJ Civil Rights Division Restructured
Justice Department Civil Rights Division restructured according to Project 2025 recommendations.
X/Twitter Integrates with Federal Surveillance Systems
Musk's X platform provides direct government access to user data and communications.
State Attorneys General Oppose Anti-Trans Executive Orders
15 state attorneys general commit to protecting transgender rights.
Attorney General Orders DOJ to Target Private Sector DEI
Pam Bondi directs Civil Rights Division to investigate and penalize private DEI programs.
Executive Order Bans Transgender Women from Female Sports
Federal ban prohibits trans women from participating in female sports.
Military Buffer Zone Created at Southern Border
Active-duty military establishes militarized buffer zone under direct military control along U.S.-Mexico border.
Civil Rights Groups Sue Over Gender-Affirming Care Ban
Legal challenges filed against executive order restricting trans healthcare.
California Anti-Deportation Protests
Large protests in Los Angeles and San Diego oppose mass deportations.
Department of Education Restructuring Announced
Trump administration announces plan to dismantle Department of Education as outlined in Project 2025.
Christian Nationalist Rhetoric in State of the Union
Presidential address incorporates Christian nationalist themes and biblical references.
Palantir Awarded $1.3 Billion Federal Surveillance Contract
Massive contract expansion gives Palantir unprecedented access to federal agency data across government.
Executive Order Targets Campus Protests Strategically Mislabeled as Antisemitism
Federal investigation launched into campus antisemitism complaints.
Executive Orders Create Fear and Confusion in Trans Community
Anti-transgender policies lead to widespread uncertainty about rights.
Executive Order Restricts Gender-Affirming Care for Youth
Federal directive limits access to gender-affirming medical care for minors.
Christian Nationalist Groups Celebrate Policy Victories
Religious extremist organizations claim credit for theocratic policy implementation.
Federal Agencies Remove DEI Content from Websites
OPM directs elimination of diversity and inclusion web content.
Amnesty International Condemns U.S. Anti-Trans Policies
International human rights group criticizes passport restrictions.
Heritage Foundation Alumni Appointed to Key Agency Positions
Dozens of Heritage Foundation personnel appointed to leadership roles across federal agencies.
Federal DEI Offices Shuttered, Employees on Leave
All federal diversity offices closed, staff placed on administrative leave.
Executive Orders Ban Critical Race Theory and Gender Identity Programs
Federal support eliminated for programs teaching CRT and gender identity.
Insurrection Act Invoked for Border Enforcement
Trump invokes Insurrection Act to deploy active-duty military for domestic immigration enforcement.
Executive Order Ends Federal DEI Programs
Trump signs order terminating all diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Schedule F Reinstated as "Schedule Policy/Career"
Trump signs order stripping job protections from policy-related federal positions.
Schedule F Federal Employee Reclassification Begins
Trump administration begins implementing Project 2025's Schedule F plan to remove job protections from federal employees.
Trump Inaugurated as 47th President
Donald Trump sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, marking his return to power.
Presidential Pardons for January 6th Participants
Mass pardons issued for individuals convicted of January 6th Capitol riot charges.
1776 Commission Revived for "Patriotic Education"
Controversial commission restored to promote nationalist curriculum.
Executive Order Defines Sex Based on Biological Characteristics
Federal agencies directed to exclude gender identity from sex definitions.
Federal Agencies Directed to Cease Gender-Inclusive Documents
Executive order restricts federal IDs to male or female designations only.
Project 2025 Implementation Planning Accelerated
Transition team announces rapid implementation of key Project 2025 recommendations.
IGO Anti-Boycott Act Introduced to Expand Israel Boycott Penalties
H.R. 867 seeks to expand laws penalizing boycotts of Israel to include international governmental organizations.
Texas State Board Approves Bible-Infused Curriculum
Public schools required to integrate Bible lessons into secular subjects.
Electoral College Certification Challenges
Multiple House Republicans object to electoral votes from swing states.
Florida University Leadership Crisis
Multiple university presidents resign amid political pressure.
120 Anti-Trans Bills Pre-Filed Across 13 States
Record number of anti-transgender bills introduced before 2025 sessions.
Coalition of Religious Leaders Condemns Christian Nationalism
Interfaith coalition issues statement against theocratic extremism.
Project Esther Launched by Heritage Foundation
Heritage launches initiative targeting pro-Palestinian movements as "Hamas Support Network."
Project 2025 Higher Education Agenda Released
Heritage Foundation targets universities as enemies of conservative values.
Oklahoma Mandates Bible Teaching in Public Schools
State superintendent orders incorporation of Bible instruction into all curricula.
Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Created
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy appointed to lead new department with broad government oversight powers.
Project 2025 Architects Celebrate Trump Victory
Heritage Foundation leaders express confidence in implementing comprehensive agenda.
Election Day Intimidation Reports
Armed groups reported near polling locations in multiple swing states.
Christian Nationalist Influence on 2024 Election Documented
Religious extremist groups play decisive role in electoral outcomes.
Texas Requires Ten Commandments Display in Classrooms
State law mandates religious displays in every public school classroom.
Faith Communities Organize Against Christian Nationalist Threat
Religious groups mobilize to defend church-state separation and religious freedom.
Supreme Court Allows Voter Roll Purges
Court permits large-scale removal of voters from registration rolls weeks before election.
Campus Palestine Protests Met with Federal Investigation Threats
Federal agencies threaten investigations of universities over Palestine solidarity protests.
Record Book Removals in Florida Schools
Florida schools remove books at unprecedented rates.
Texas Approves Unlicensed Religious Chaplains in Schools
Public schools allowed to hire religious counselors without professional licensing.
Confronting Christian Nationalism Tour Concludes
National education campaign raises awareness about theocratic threats.
Inflammatory Rally Rhetoric Escalates
Political rallies feature increasingly violent language against opponents.
Americans United Warns of Project 2025 Christian Nationalism
Church-state separation advocates sound alarm about theocratic agenda.
Paramilitary-Style Groups Patrol Drop Boxes
Armed vigilantes surveil ballot drop boxes in multiple states.
Project 2025 Personnel Database Reaches 4,000 Candidates
Heritage Foundation builds comprehensive database of vetted conservative appointees.
Christian Nationalist January 6th Involvement Documented
Investigation reveals religious extremist groups' central role in Capitol insurrection.
Faith Leaders Launch Resistance to Christian Nationalism
Coalition of religious leaders mobilizes against Christian nationalist agenda.
State Legislatures Move to Seize Election Powers
Republican legislatures introduce bills asserting control over federal elections.
Partisan School Board Elections Surge
Traditionally nonpartisan races become political battlegrounds.
States Ban Gender-Affirming Care for 121,100 Trans Youth
39.4% of transgender youth live in states with healthcare bans.
California SAFETY Act Takes Effect
Law prohibits schools from outing LGBTQ+ students to parents.
Texas Implements "In God We Trust" School Poster Law
Public schools required to display religious motto in all classrooms.
JD Vance Selected as Trump's Vice President
Thiel protégé becomes Vice President, placing PayPal Mafia network at center of executive power.
Christian Nationalist Rally Celebrates Theocratic Vision
Religious extremists gather to promote Christian supremacist ideology.
Presidential Immunity Ruling
Supreme Court grants broad immunity to presidents for official acts.
Democratic Opposition to Project 2025 Intensifies
Democratic National Committee launches campaign highlighting Project 2025's authoritarian implications.
PRRI Survey: 52% of Weekly Churchgoers Support Christian Nationalism
Poll reveals widespread Christian nationalist sentiment among religious Americans.
Coalition on Revival Releases Theocratic Manifesto
Christian Reconstructionist group publishes blueprint for biblical governance.
Disinformation Surge Targets Swing States
Coordinated misinformation campaigns target Black and Latino voters.
States Enact Religious Education Requirements
Ohio and Indiana allow students to leave class for religious instruction.
GLAAD Reports 930 Anti-LGBTQ+ Incidents Targeting Trans People
52% of anti-LGBTQ+ incidents target transgender individuals.
State-Level Criminalization of Protests
Multiple GOP states pass laws criminalizing protest activities.
Heritage Foundation Releases Project 2025 Transition Guide
Heritage publishes 900-page plan to reshape U.S. government.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Embraces Christian Nationalist Label
Congresswoman publicly declares support for Christian nationalism.
Confronting Christian Nationalism Tour Launches
National education campaign begins to counter theocratic extremism.
Rise in Armed Poll Watcher Recruitment
Far-right groups recruit volunteers to monitor polls with weapons.
Laws Restrict Gender-Affirming Pronouns for 121,100 Youth
40% of transgender youth affected by pronoun restriction laws.
Antisemitism Awareness Act Passed by House
H.R. 6090 codifies IHRA definition of antisemitism, potentially criminalizing Israel criticism.
Biden Administration Expands Title IX Protections
Federal rules include gender identity and sexual orientation protections.
Supreme Court Weakens Chevron Deference
Court ruling reduces federal agencies' regulatory authority.
House Speaker Mike Johnson Promotes Christian Nationalist Agenda
Congressional leadership advances theocratic policy priorities.
Florida Enacts Public School Chaplain Program
Religious chaplains allowed to provide counseling in public schools.
Louisiana Mandates Ten Commandments in Public School Classrooms
State becomes first to require biblical displays in all public school classrooms.
Trump Campaign Embraces "Retribution" Branding
Trump adopts retribution as a central campaign message.
Legal Defense Fund Sues Over DEI Program Rollbacks
NAACP challenges federal anti-DEI measures in education.
Project 2025 Targets Transgender Rights for Elimination
Heritage Foundation plan aims to erase transgender recognition.
Christian Nationalist Dominionism Gains Political Influence
Theological movement advocating Christian rule over society influences Republican politics.
Christian Nationalist Groups Plan for Civil Unrest
Extremist religious groups prepare for breakdown of central authority.
State Bans on Campus DEI Programs
Republican-led states eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion offices.
The Primary School Closure Highlights DEI Challenges
DEI-focused California school closes amid political climate shift.
Election Subversion Bills Filed in Multiple States
Bills allow partisan officials to overrule local election boards.
Trump Allies Plan Christian Nationalist Federal Policies
Former president's advisors prepare theocratic agenda for potential second term.
Heritage President Kevin Roberts Calls U.S. "Christian Nation"
Heritage president openly calls U.S. a "Christian nation" and defends using strong-arm power to impose "order."
Political Violence Threats Surge Online
DHS reports dramatic rise in threats tied to 2024 election.
FBI Reports Record 2,800 Anti-LGBTQ+ Hate Crimes
542 incidents specifically target transgender individuals.
Trump Disqualified from Ballot in Colorado (Briefly)
Colorado Supreme Court rules Trump ineligible under 14th Amendment.
Trump Threatens University Endowment Taxes
Former president threatens to tax endowments over "wokeism."
Multiple States Expand Transgender Sports Bans
Bans extended to younger age groups including kindergarteners.
Christian Reconstructionist Influence on Modern Politics Documented
Investigation reveals theocratic movement's impact on contemporary Christian nationalism.
Republican Legislatures Push Partisan Poll Worker Bills
New laws empower partisan poll workers, reduce local oversight.
Supreme Court Deadlocks on Religious Charter Schools
Court issues split decision on Oklahoma Catholic charter school.
Third Anniversary of Capitol Attack
Commemorations highlight unresolved accountability issues.
Limited Epstein Documents Unsealed After Years of Legal Battles
Court unseals thousands of pages but most information already public; key documents remain classified.
Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Trump Immunity Case
Case to determine Trump's immunity for election interference.
Election Officials Face Continuing Threats
Intimidation of election workers continues three years after 2020.
Trump Declares 2024 Campaign Slogan: "Retribution"
Retribution becomes centerpiece of Trump campaign branding.
Heritage Foundation Consolidates Project 2025 Coalition
Dozens of right-wing groups join coalition to implement Project 2025.
Project 2025 Establishes Presidential Administration Academy
Training program launched to prepare conservative appointees for federal positions.
Project 2025 Publishes "Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise"
Heritage Foundation releases 920-page blueprint for dismantling federal agencies and expanding executive power.
Heritage Launches Project 2025
Heritage launches Project 2025: 920-page manual for dismantling checks and balances and enforcing Christian values.
Dobbs v. Jackson Overturns Roe v. Wade
Christian right's 50-year project achieves crown jewel with Roe overturn.
Project 2025 Launched by Heritage Foundation
Heritage Foundation launches comprehensive plan to reshape federal government for next conservative administration.
JD Vance Senate Campaign Backed by Peter Thiel
Thiel invests $15 million in JD Vance's Senate campaign, extending PayPal Mafia influence into politics.
January 6th Capitol Attack
Violent mob storms U.S. Capitol attempting to overturn election results.
January 6th Capitol Insurrection
Evangelical and Christian nationalist groups visibly represented in Capitol insurrection.
Trump Refuses to Concede Election
Trump refuses to concede election; many Christian right leaders back "Stop the Steal" rhetoric.
Amy Coney Barrett Confirmed to Supreme Court
Senate confirms Barrett 52-48, creating 6-3 conservative Supreme Court majority.
Ghislaine Maxwell Arrested After Months in Hiding
Maxwell arrested on sex trafficking charges but key documents remain sealed to protect powerful associates.
Trump Orders Tear Gas Attack on Lafayette Square Protesters
Peaceful protesters tear-gassed for Trump church photo op.
Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Social Media
Order attempts to punish platforms for fact-checking president.
Trump Impeached for Abuse of Power
House impeaches Trump for pressuring Ukraine to investigate Biden.
Jeffrey Epstein Dies in Federal Custody Under Suspicious Circumstances
Epstein found dead in federal jail cell hours after court documents implicating powerful figures unsealed.
Trump Tells Congresswomen to "Go Back" to Their Countries
President makes racist attacks on four congresswomen of color.
Trump Declares Emergency to Fund Border Wall
National emergency declared to bypass Congress on wall funding.
SCOTUS Rules in Janus v. AFSCME
Court cripples public sector unions; Heritage celebrates as victory for "religious liberty."
Supreme Court Upholds Trump Travel Ban
Court validates ban on travel from Muslim-majority countries 5-4.
Trump Administration Implements Family Separation Policy
"Zero Tolerance" policy forcibly separates thousands of children from parents.
Trump Defends Charlottesville White Supremacists
President says "very fine people on both sides" after neo-Nazi rally.
Trump Fires FBI Director James Comey
FBI Director fired during Russia investigation of Trump campaign.
First Muslim Travel Ban Signed
Executive order bans entry from seven Muslim-majority countries.
Heritage Foundation Influences Trump Administration Policies
Trump administration adopts nearly two-thirds of Heritage policy recommendations in first year.
Heritage Alumni Flood Trump Administration
Over 60% of Trump administration policy staff come from Heritage recruitment network.
Heritage Foundation Prepares Trump Transition
Heritage provides policy recommendations and personnel for Trump administration.
Peter Thiel Backs Trump Presidential Campaign
Palantir co-founder becomes major Trump supporter, linking surveillance tech to MAGA movement.
Heritage and Federalist Society Deliver Trump's SCOTUS List
Conservative organizations provide Trump with Supreme Court shortlist; Gorsuch, Kavanaugh, Barrett follow.
Heritage Foundation Advocates Government Shutdown Over Obamacare
Heritage pushes Republicans to shut down government to defund ACA.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
Shelby County v. Holder decision removes federal preclearance requirements for state voting laws.
Heritage Aligns with ALEC on Model Legislation
Heritage partners with ALEC on model bills restricting voting, abortion rights, and education content.
Palantir Gotham Used in Bin Laden Operation
Palantir's surveillance platform reportedly used to track Osama bin Laden's network.
Tea Party Wave with Heritage Action Leadership
Heritage Action becomes central organizing force for Tea Party movement.
Heritage Foundation Celebrates Citizens United Decision
Heritage praises Supreme Court ruling removing campaign finance restrictions.
Heritage Foundation Launches Opposition to Affordable Care Act
Heritage mobilizes conservative opposition to Obama's healthcare reform.
Epstein Receives Unprecedented Sweetheart Plea Deal
Jeffrey Epstein receives lenient 18-month sentence with work release despite extensive evidence of child trafficking.
Supreme Court Upholds Voter ID Laws
Crawford v. Marion County lays groundwork for Christian right-backed voter suppression campaigns.
CIA's In-Q-Tel Invests in Palantir
CIA venture capital arm provides crucial early funding for Palantir's surveillance technology development.
Karl Rove's Anti-Gay Marriage Electoral Strategy
Bush reelection engineered around anti-gay marriage ballot measures and evangelical turnout.
Palantir Technologies Founded by Peter Thiel
Peter Thiel co-founds Palantir Technologies, creating foundation for government surveillance infrastructure.
Heritage Foundation Supports Iraq War
Heritage becomes leading advocate for Bush administration's Iraq invasion.
Creation of ICE
Immigration and Customs Enforcement established as part of DHS reorganization.
Heritage Foundation Advocates Post-9/11 Security Expansion
Heritage promotes expanded surveillance powers and creation of Department of Homeland Security.
Bush Expands Faith-Based Initiatives
George W. Bush dramatically expands federal funding to religious organizations.
Federalist Society Begins Judicial Candidate Vetting
Conservative legal organization with Heritage-aligned members begins systematic court takeover strategy.
Defense of Marriage Act Signed
Clinton signs DOMA after heavy Heritage and Christian right pressure campaign.
Heritage Foundation Influences Welfare Reform Act
Heritage policy recommendations shape Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act.
Heritage Foundation Shapes Republican Contract with America
Heritage policy recommendations heavily influence Newt Gingrich's legislative agenda.
Newt Gingrich's "Contract with America"
Heritage-backed political strategy frames GOP politics around culture-war themes and neoliberal economics.
Robert Bork Supreme Court Nomination Fails
Failed nomination becomes rallying cry for conservative judicial warfare strategy.
Heritage Foundation Advocates for Strategic Defense Initiative
Heritage strongly promotes Reagan's "Star Wars" missile defense program.
Reagan Declares "Year of the Bible"
Symbolic presidential proclamation signals commitment to Christian nationalist agenda.
Reagan Creates White House Office of Faith-Based Initiatives
Reagan gives evangelicals a seat at the policy table through formal White House office.
Heritage Foundation's First "Mandate for Leadership" Influences Reagan
Reagan administration implements nearly two-thirds of Heritage Foundation policy recommendations.
Heritage Publishes First "Mandate for Leadership"
Heritage publishes 1,000+ page governing blueprint; Reagan embraces it with ~60% of recommendations enacted.
Moral Majority Founded by Jerry Falwell
Jerry Falwell launches Moral Majority with Paul Weyrich backing, linking evangelical power to GOP politics.
IRS Revokes Bob Jones University Tax-Exempt Status
IRS action against racial discrimination galvanizes evangelical leaders against federal government.
Heritage Foundation Founded
Conservative think tank established by Paul Weyrich, Edwin Feulner, and Joseph Coors to counter liberal policy influence.
Heritage Foundation Founded
Conservative think tank founded with $250,000 seed money from Joseph Coors and Paul Weyrich.
COINTELPRO-Black Nationalist Hate Groups
FBI expands COINTELPRO to target civil rights organizations including SCLC, SNCC, CORE, and Black Panthers.
COINTELPRO Launched
FBI begins massive covert program to "expose, disrupt, misdirect, discredit, or otherwise neutralize" political organizations.
Senate Censures Joseph McCarthy
Senate voted 67-22 to censure McCarthy for conduct "contrary to senatorial traditions."
McCarthy's Wheeling Speech
Senator Joseph McCarthy claimed to possess list of 205 communists in State Department, launching McCarthyism.
Attorney General's List of Subversive Organizations (AGLOSO)
Truman administration published blacklist of organizations deemed "subversive" for loyalty program enforcement.
House Un-American Activities Committee Established
Permanent congressional committee created to investigate "disloyalty and subversive activities" of private citizens.
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