Conservative Reporting for 2026-08-17
Today’s news coverage from conservative media sources. Most MSM news is left leaning. If you need to get context that they often omit, these sites usually give it. Today's edition includes 44 articles from 14 sites. We chose these from 712 articles found on 36 sites.
Today's featured sites are:
The Daily Signal, The Daily Wire - Breaking News, Videos & Podcasts, The Gateway Pundit, Newsbusters - Welcome to NewsBusters, a project of the Media Research Center (MRC), America’s leading media watchdog in documenting, exposing , Washington Examiner, HotAir, Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion | Bill Maher Says Immigrants Must Assimilate, Accept Western Civilization, FOX News, RedState, Townhall, Blaze Media, The Western Journal, Power Line, Twitchy.
Victor Davis Hanson: Not Winning? Just Change the Rules
What binds the new Democratic Party to the new democratic socialists is a set of shared issues and values. That is, the radicalism of the Democrats in the age of Trump Derangement Syndrome—lawfare, de...
The Daily Signal
Aug 16, 2026 - dailysignal.com
‘Abolish ICE’ Is Now Official DNC Policy
The Democratic National Committee adopted a resolution Saturday urging congressional Democrats to abolish Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), alongside a competing measure calling only for refo...
The Daily Wire - Breaking News, Videos & Podcasts
Aug 16, 2026 - dailywire.com
EXCLUSIVE: John Thune Isn’t Pushing the SAVE Act. He’s Protecting the Senate Money Machine.
John Thune Isn’t Protecting the SAVE Act. The post EXCLUSIVE: John Thune Isn’t Pushing the SAVE Act. He’s Protecting the Senate Money Machine. appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
The Gateway Pundit
Aug 16, 2026 - joehoft.com
PBS Prods Judge to Blame 'Rhetoric From the Trump Administration' for Threats
PBS Prods Judge to Blame 'Rhetoric From the Trump Administration' for Threats Wednesday’s PBS News Hour crusaded for nine minutes against threats to federal judge...
Newsbusters - Welcome to NewsBusters, a project of the Media Research Center (MRC), America’s leading media watchdog in documenting, exposing
Aug 16, 2026 - newsbusters.org
What to know about James Fishback as he tries to undermine Byron Donalds
Unlike his opponents in the Republican primary for Florida governor, James Fishback has no prior political experience that could prove useful for the job he’s seeking. But he prides himself on being a...
Washington Examiner
Aug 16, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Obama to Tell ‘the Brothers’ to Vote for El-Sayed
Former President Barack Obama will likely campaign for Abdul El-Sayed, the far-left Democrat who just won Michigan’s U.S. Senate primary. The two spoke after the primary, and El-Sayed publicly said he...
The Daily Signal
Aug 16, 2026 - dailysignal.com
DSA Praises Fidel Castro in 100th Birthday Tribute, Denounces Marco Rubio as ‘Genocidal’
The Democratic Socialists of America website called deceased Cuban dictator Fidel Castro a “stalwart symbol of anti-imperialist struggle and self-determination,” while denouncing Secretary of State Ma...
The Daily Signal
Aug 16, 2026 - dailysignal.com
Here Comes the Completely Unfair Midterm Election Coverage
With about three months remaining in the midterm campaign, it’s become time for the most desperate partisan gamesmanship, as our socialist-friendly media engage in helping the Democrats win. Do not re...
The Daily Signal
Aug 16, 2026 - dailysignal.com
Todd Blanche Hits Back Hard After Kristen Welker Tries to Get Him with Gotcha Question About President Trump (VIDEO)
Newly confirmed US Attorney General Todd Blanche appeared on NBC's "Meet The Press" on Sunday to discuss his new leadership role at the Justice Department. The post Todd Blanche Hits Back Hard After K...
The Gateway Pundit
Aug 16, 2026 - thegatewaypundit.com
Moroccan Police Thwart Second Mass Migrant Invasion Into Europe in Two Weeks (VIDEO)
Moroccan police have blocked another attempted mass crossing into the Spanish territory of Ceuta, two weeks after more than 72,000 migrants surged toward the European enclave. The post Moroccan Police...
The Gateway Pundit
Aug 16, 2026 - thegatewaypundit.com
China Expands Its Arctic Foothold With New ‘Polar Silk Road’ Through Russia
China is moving to establish a permanent commercial foothold in the Arctic by opening a new shipping corridor that could threaten U.S. The post China Expands Its Arctic Foothold With New ‘Polar Silk R...
The Gateway Pundit
Aug 16, 2026 - thegatewaypundit.com
Fox Highlights California Illegal Who Murdered After His ICE Detainer Was Ignored
Fox Highlights California Illegal Who Murdered After His ICE Detainer Was Ignored In the past several days, a number of Fox News shows have informed viewers of ho...
Newsbusters - Welcome to NewsBusters, a project of the Media Research Center (MRC), America’s leading media watchdog in documenting, exposing
Aug 16, 2026 - newsbusters.org
Beshear says ‘I’ve heard nothing’ from McConnell, urges senator to ‘call in’
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear (D-KY) criticized Senate Republicans over the prolonged absence of Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY), arguing that the senator owes his constituents a public explanation about his...
Washington Examiner
Aug 16, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
PBS News Hour Pours Cold Water on Trump's D.C. Crime Drop: 'That's Expensive'
PBS News Hour Pours Cold Water on Trump's D.C. Crime Drop: 'That's Expensive' The PBS News Hour on Tuesday marked the one-year anniversary of President Trump decl...
Newsbusters - Welcome to NewsBusters, a project of the Media Research Center (MRC), America’s leading media watchdog in documenting, exposing
Aug 16, 2026 - newsbusters.org
Homelessness Up 20% Under Newsom as Trump Admin Rolls Out ‘Treatment First’ Alternative
Three federal agencies gathered in San Diego on Wednesday to announce a new “treatment first” approach aimed at addressing California’s long-running homelessness crisis. Since 2016, California has fol...
The Daily Signal
Aug 16, 2026 - dailysignal.com
Ballot Language Wars Reshape Major Referendums Before a Single Vote Is Cast
Democrat state officials across the country have altered referendum language, which critics allege is aimed at manipulating the outcome of ballot measures this fall. After California Attorney General ...
The Daily Signal
Aug 16, 2026 - dailysignal.com
The Little-Known Democratic Socialist Plan to Reshape the American Left Through Labor Unions
The Democratic Socialists of America is quietly building a network of activists to influence unions that are central to the Democratic Party. The organization’s plan encourages young socialists to sel...
The Daily Signal
Aug 16, 2026 - dailysignal.com
Socialist Lawmaker Says Shoplifting Is A ‘Biological Need’
A socialist member of the New York state Assembly said Thursday that people who steal basic necessities such as toothpaste and soap should not be arrested, arguing that prosecuting such theft punishes...
The Daily Wire - Breaking News, Videos & Podcasts
Aug 16, 2026 - dailywire.com
RNC Chairman Joe Gruters Discusses the Upcoming Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas – (VIDEO)
RNC Chairman Joe Gruters was on "Sunday Morning Futures" with guest host Jackie DeAngelis to talk about the upcoming Republican midterm convention in Dallas, Texas. The post RNC Chairman Joe Gruters D...
The Gateway Pundit
Aug 16, 2026 - thegatewaypundit.com
Report: Hollywood Stars Rethinking Getting Involved in Politics, Expert Says Voters ‘Tired of Celebrities Telling Them How to Think’
A new report indicates that the entertainment industry may take a quieter approach to politics in the next presidential election. The post Report: Hollywood Stars Rethinking Getting Involved in Politi...
The Gateway Pundit
Aug 16, 2026 - thegatewaypundit.com
Hate crime charges filed after man disrupts Manhattan synagogue service
A 46-year-old Bronx man was promptly arrested and charged with hate crimes after he disrupted a Shabbat service at a Manhattan synagogue and hit two people. Larry Montes faces two counts of assault as...
Washington Examiner
Aug 16, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Obama to Tell 'the Brothers' to Vote for El-Sayed
HotAir
Aug 16, 2026 - hotair.com
Mamdani Comes Under Fire After Man Storms NYC Synagogue, Punches Woman in the Face
“As synagogue security was escorting him out, he struck a member of the congregation, damaged synagogue property, and then spit at and head-butted a member of the security team.” The post Mamdani Come...
Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion | Bill Maher Says Immigrants Must Assimilate, Accept Western Civilization
Aug 16, 2026 - legalinsurrection.com
Anti-Israel nonprofit under federal investigation over financial dealings: report
The Department of Homeland Security is reportedly probing a U.K.-based nonprofit with ties to NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani over sanctioned group links.
FOX News
Aug 16, 2026 - foxnews.com
RedState Weekly Briefing: Mamdani's Hypocrisy, Hillary's Lies, and Psaki's Faceplant
RedState
Aug 16, 2026 - redstate.com
Newsom's 2028 Problem Comes Into Focus in Michigan: His California Brand
RedState
Aug 16, 2026 - redstate.com
Harrisburg Store Operators, 58 SNAP Recipients Charged in $61K Fraud Scheme
Townhall
Aug 16, 2026 - townhall.com
Democrats Are Coming for the Supreme Court
Townhall
Aug 16, 2026 - townhall.com
Trump Is Opening the Financial Floodgates to Keep Republicans in Office
Townhall
Aug 16, 2026 - townhall.com
College evangelists share the 3 most disturbing shifts they have seen among students
Since the 1980s, Cliffe Knechtle has been evangelizing on college campuses as part of his “Give Me an Answer” ministry. His son Stuart joined him in 2015, and together the father-son duo continue to c...
Blaze Media
Aug 16, 2026 - theblaze.com
Caitlyn Jenner Torches WNBA’s “Hypocrisy” Over Trans Controversy — Backs Ex-NBA Stars Declaring for Women’s Draft: “XX Are In, XY Are Out”
Caitlyn Jenner called out the WNBA this past week on FOX News at Night. The post Caitlyn Jenner Torches WNBA’s “Hypocrisy” Over Trans Controversy — Backs Ex-NBA Stars Declaring for Women’s Draft: “XX...
The Gateway Pundit
Aug 16, 2026 - thegatewaypundit.com
Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Barrage Deep Into Russia, Killing Six and Destroying Huge Retail Warehouse (VIDEO)
Ukraine launched one of its largest aerial attacks of the war on Sunday, sending hundreds of drones deep into Russian territory and killing at least six people. The post Ukraine Launches Massive Drone...
The Gateway Pundit
Aug 16, 2026 - thegatewaypundit.com
A GENUINE SCANDAL: Former ABC News Journalist Terry Moran Claims 2021 Story About COVID Being a Lab Leak Was Spiked by Anthony Fauci (VIDEO)
Former ABC News journalist Terry Moran dropped a huge bombshell while recently appearing on the 'Fifth Column' podcast, claiming that while he was still with the network in 2021 and was going to do a ...
The Gateway Pundit
Aug 16, 2026 - thegatewaypundit.com
Colombian president asks Trump to suspend tariffs to help earthquake recovery
BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — Colombia‘s President Abelardo de la Espriella has asked his ally U.S. President Donald Trump to suspend tariffs to help the South American nation recover from a powerful earthq...
Washington Examiner
Aug 16, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Rep. Don Bacon demands ‘truth’ from brass over conditions aboard USS Lincoln
Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE) is seeking answers from the Navy about reports of dire conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been deployed for more than 260 days. Asked by CBS News whether there ...
Washington Examiner
Aug 16, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Five Things Republicans Have Going for Them Headed into the Midterms
To hear the mainstream media tell it, the November elections are just a formality. Republicans, bogged down by the economy, Donald Trump’s sagging approval ratings, the Iran war, and their […] The pos...
The Western Journal
Aug 16, 2026 - westernjournal.com
Bring back the Alien and Sedition Acts
The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported this week, Federal agents surveilled Minnesota unions in hunt for Antifa conspiracy case. You will recall that the U.S. Dept. of Justice is prosecuting fifteen (1...
Power Line
Aug 15, 2026 - powerlineblog.com
The senator Trump mocked became his best diplomat
“A diplomat who says ‘yes’ means ‘maybe,’” the great French statesman Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand is supposed to have said. “A diplomat who says ‘maybe’ means ‘no,’ and a diplomat who says ‘no’ is n...
Blaze Media
Aug 15, 2026 - theblaze.com
The Early Media Take on '28: Will Any Republican Distance Themselves From Trump?
The Early Media Take on '28: Will Any Republican Distance Themselves From Trump? As if the country didn’t already know, the 2028 presidential race in the GOP (and...
Newsbusters - Welcome to NewsBusters, a project of the Media Research Center (MRC), America’s leading media watchdog in documenting, exposing
Aug 15, 2026 - newsbusters.org
Chinese Funding Anti-Semitism?
Code Pink is a far-left organization that is anti-American and pro-Chinese. (Code Pink has run a “China is not our enemy” campaign.) Its U.K. branch organizes marches and demonstrations intended to de...
Power Line
Aug 15, 2026 - powerlineblog.com
Nevada Man Pleads Guilty to Trafficking 140 Firearms to Mexican Cartels
Townhall
Aug 15, 2026 - townhall.com
The GOP Midterm Convention Lottery Is Open and You Won't Want to Miss It
Townhall
Aug 15, 2026 - townhall.com
LA Sheriff Agrees to Fix Concealed Carry Permit Backlog After DOJ Lawsuit
Townhall
Aug 15, 2026 - townhall.com
Thomas Massie: It's Hard to Take Nick Shirley Seriously Until He Starts Calling Out Trump