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THE EQUIVALENT OF 60 MILLION SCHOOL LUNCHES WENT DOWN IN FLAMES OVER KUWAIT THIS MORNING — Defend America Action The cost of a war of choice. This morning Kuwaiti air defenses mistakenly shot down three US F-15 fighter jets in a friendly fire incident. All crew were safely accounted...

Three U.S. fighter jets lost to friendly fire over Kuwait.

Cost to replace: over $270 million.

That’s the equivalent of 60 million school lunches for American kids.

Trump has built his entire presidency around these stupid tariffs. They’ve damaged the American economy and isolated us on the international stage. He now has zero leverage over the rest of the world, and the average American consumer will hopefully get some relief from the price hikes he created.

Under Trump and DOGE, Wisconsin lost 2.4K federal workers — while spending increased One year later, the DOGE project failed to reduce federal spending, and workers in Wisconsin say they've had to move on from federal employment or find ways to continue their work under challenging co...

Trump's DOGE cut 2,400 Wisconsin federal jobs—yet federal spending INCREASED from $6.95 trillion to over $7 trillion. Trump promised to drain the swamp and save money—instead he fired workers, failed to cut spending, and left families scrambling.

West Virginia coal mine announces permanent closure, nearly 200 jobs to be eliminated TUCKER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) - Miners at Mettiki Coal were notified Thursday that the company’s Mountain View Mine in Tucker County will permanently close, r

Trump promised West Virginia coal miners he'd bring back their jobs. Instead: 199 miners getting pink slips, Mountain View Mine closing permanently, Tucker County devastated. Trump lied to coal country while giving tax breaks to billionaires.

Trump tariffs cost households average of $1,000 in 2025, study finds Republican members of Virginia’s congressional delegation have repeatedly blocked efforts to rein in the president’s tariffs.

Virginia small business owner warns Trump's tariffs are squeezing thin margins, forcing price increases, and hurting artisan partners abroad. Meanwhile, VA Republicans like Rep. Kiggans vote to BLOCK efforts to end the tariffs devastating families.

A Vermont Town Was a Foodie Mecca for Canadians. Until Trump’s Threats.

Trump's threats to annex Canada as "51st state" devastated Vermont border town: Willey's Store sales DOWN 33%, Hill Farmstead brewery DOWN 25-30%, border crossings DOWN 30%, Canadian spending DOWN 50%. Trump is bankrupting rural America.

KUER and PBS Utah cut 10% of their staff after axing of federal public media funds The two major public broadcasting stations in Salt Lake City, NPR affiliate KUER and PBS Utah, are cutting 10% of their employees, after losing federal support.

Trump's cuts to public media devastated Utah: KUER and PBS Utah forced to lay off 8 employees, 5 more took early retirement—10% of staff GONE. Congress rescinded $1.1 BILLION, dissolved Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Trump is killing local news.

‘Prepare for uncertain employment future’: More layoffs expected amid economic strain ln recent months there have been multiple businesses and corporations in the Houston area announcing layoffs. The sudden loss of employment from various sectors has impacted hardworking individuals at...

Houston braces for MORE layoffs as Trump's failed economy drives job losses to highest level since 2009. Over 108,000 layoffs in January nationwide, Texas seeing year-over-year increases. Employment experts warn worse is coming.

Tennessee construction boom threatened by immigration enforcement worker shortage Tennessee construction industry shows strong growth but faces labor shortages as immigration enforcement impacts nearly half of firms statewide.

Trump's mass deportations are devastating Tennessee's construction boom: 45% of firms directly impacted, 18% lost workers who didn't show up, 32% saw subcontractors lose staff. Trump's immigration crackdown is crushing the state's economy.

Shapiro plans to unveil housing plan amid rising costs But major obstacles stand in the way of the Democratic governor as affordability remains a top issue in PA and nationally.

Pennsylvania ranks 44th in housing construction as Trump's economy drives rents sky-high, pushes homelessness up, and makes homeownership impossible. The state needs 450,000 units by 2035 but Trump's tariffs have made construction costs prohibitive.

January layoffs, closures affect over 400 workers in Ohio January WARN notices in Ohio will end up affecting more than 400 workers in the state. Here's where layoffs, closures are happening.

Trump's economy is devastating Ohio workers:
❌ 400+ layoffs announced in January
❌ Manufacturing plants shutting down
❌ Transportation companies cutting jobs
Meanwhile, Trump gives MORE tax breaks to billionaires while families lose livelihoods.

Massie on ABC just now: “Donald Trump told us that even though he had dinner with these people in NYC and West Palm Beach, that he would be transparent. But he’s not. He’s still in with the Epstein class. This is the Epstein administration.”

Ag lags as ND’s economy deals with change Agriculture remains one of North Dakota’s top economic drivers, even though its contribution to Gross Domestic Product has slipped, according to information shared at the 2026 Regional Economic Condit...

North Dakota agriculture is COLLAPSING under Trump's tariffs: down 7.78% growth rate, truck border traffic down 25%, farmers struggling with market access. Trump promised to help rural America—instead his trade war is devastating ND's farm economy.

Poll shows most North Carolinians concerned about rising prices, everyday expenses • NC Newsline North Carolinians of all political stripes say they're having difficulty affording regular monthly expenses, according to a new survey by Catawba College and YouGov.

63% of North Carolinians say prices are HIGHER under Trump—including 40% of Republicans. 70% say housing is unaffordable, 64% can't afford cars, 63% struggle with healthcare. Trump promised lower prices—he's delivering financial devastation.

Number of Businesses in New York City Plunged Last Spring, Report Says

NYC saw nearly 5,000 businesses CLOSE in spring 2025—the sharpest decline since COVID shutdown—as Trump's tariffs devastated the economy. 8,400 businesses closed vs just 3,500 opened. Trump's policies are killing New York's economic recovery.

New Hampshire unemployment rate rises to 3%, still below national average - Monadnock Ledger-Transcript New Hampshire unemployment rates remain below the national average, with the state adding 4,100 nonfarm jobs over the past year, with the largest areas of growth being private educational services, he...

New Hampshire job growth has SLOWED under Trump—down from 6,100 jobs added to just 4,100. Manufacturing, retail, food services all losing positions. Workforce participation never recovered from pandemic. Trump's economy is stagnating while he gives MORE to billionaires.

CCSD pauses outside hiring amid surplus plans, citing need to save openings for staff The Clark county School District currently projects more than 1,200 employees are being surplused in the 2026-2027 school year.This comes after the district say

Las Vegas schools are slashing 1,200+ jobs as Trump's failed economy forces a $50 MILLION budget cut. 682 teachers, 500 support staff, 64 administrators losing positions. Hiring freeze in effect. Trump's policies are devastating Nevada's children and educators.

Montana Farmers Describe $12 Billion Federal Ag Bailout as a ‘Far Cry’ From Actual Losses - Flathead Beacon In the 1970s when the global demand for grains triggered a commodity price spike, American wheat exports increased dramatically and prices rose to roughly $4 per bushel in the early part of the decade...

Montana farmers describe Trump's $12B bailout as a "far cry" from actual losses caused by his devastating tariffs. Wheat prices same as 1970s while equipment costs rose from $8K to $1 MILLION. Trump's tariffs are bankrupting American farmers.

Trump cut 2,800 federal jobs in Kansas City and thousands more in Missouri and Kansas The workers lost their jobs as part of the president’s promised federal workforce reduction effort. Experts say the impact will be far-reaching for the region’s economy and for people who rely on fede...

Trump's DOGE cuts devastated Kansas City: 2,800 federal jobs GONE, $900 MILLION ripped from the economy, Social Security claims taking 11 months instead of 60 days. The largest federal workforce reduction in 75 YEARS is crushing Missouri families.

Nike announces layoffs in Mississippi, Tennessee A Nike spokesperson said Monday that the company is "accelerating the use of advanced technology and automation."

Nike is laying off 775 workers in Mississippi and Tennessee as Trump's failed economy forces companies to slash jobs and replace workers with automation. Trump promised jobs—he's delivering pink slips.

Michigan loses more jobs than all but one other state, report says The report covers job losses in January 2026, the worst January nationwide since the financial crisis 17 years ago.

Michigan lost the 2nd MOST jobs of any state in January as Trump's failed economy drives layoffs to highest level since 2009 financial crisis. Experts warn this signals MORE cuts ahead. Trump is devastating Michigan workers.

DEVASTATING: Trump's mass firings cost Maryland nearly 25,000 federal jobs in 2025—the MOST of any state. 10,300 jobs lost in just October-November alone. Trump's unprecedented attack on federal workers is crushing Maryland families.

Housing affordability key issue in Maine’s housing crisis, report shows A new report is showing some progress when it comes to housing in Maine, but affordability continues to remain a key challenge.

Maine's housing crisis is CRUSHING families: income needed to afford a home UP 187% while wages only rose 44%. Telecommuters and wealthy retirees pricing out Mainers. Failed policies have made the state unaffordable for working families.

These 2 companies to close Kentucky facilities, lay off over 200 workers More than 200 workers reporting to Kentucky workplaces, including in Louisville, are set to lose their jobs in the coming months.

Over 200 Kentucky workers losing jobs as Trump's failed economy forces companies to close facilities and slash workforces. T-Mobile cutting 74 Louisville jobs citing changing business needs—code for economic uncertainty. Trump promised jobs—he's delivering pink slips.

As Trump Promotes Economy in Iowa, Many Residents Feel Pain

Iowa's economy is collapsing under Trump's reckless tariffs as China retaliates by stopping farm purchases. Farmers struggling with soaring costs, lost exports, squeezed profits. Trump told them he'd make farming great—instead he's bankrupting them.

Nearly 500 workers across Illinois to be laid off, WARN Act shows Nearly 500 workers spanning a range of industries are set to be laid off statewide, a WARN Act report revealed.

Nearly 500 Illinois workers hit with layoff notices as Trump's failed economy crushes businesses statewide. Supply chain companies, manufacturers, logistics firms all slashing jobs. Trump promised prosperity—instead he's delivering mass unemployment.

Hawaiʻi's Cost Of Living Is High But There's Another Huge Problem A recent UH report likens Hawaiʻi's economy to that of West Virginia — another place being "left behind."

DEVASTATING: Hawaii economists confirm the state's economy resembles West Virginia—not San Francisco. High costs PLUS stagnant wages are driving mass outmigration. Failed policies have created a toxic economic brew crushing Hawaii families.

Home Depot to cut 800 corporate jobs, mostly affecting remote workers Home Depot says it is eliminating about 800 corporate jobs tied to its Vinings headquarters.

Home Depot is slashing 800 corporate jobs as Trump's failed economy crushes consumer spending and the housing market. UPS cut 30,000, Amazon cut 14,000—mass layoffs everywhere while Trump gives MORE tax breaks to billionaires.

Amazon’s profits jumped 45% to nearly $90 billion — and their tax bill dropped by billions.

Meanwhile, 22 million Americans lost health care tax credits. In Wisconsin alone, more than 22,000 have already dropped coverage.

Tax breaks for corporations. Higher health care costs for everyone else.