The Trump Report

Pentagon Approves Testing of Heat Ray for Potential Use At Southern Border

The Pentagon has approved a request from the Department of Homeland Security to test a military-grade heat ray that could eventually be used in immigration enforcement operations along the U.S.-Mexico border. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth authorized the testing of the Active Denial System, a nonlethal weapon designed to disperse crowds by producing an intense heating sensation on the skin. According to a memo obtained by CNN, the Pentagon approved a seven-month temporary loan of the system to DHS, allowing the agency to evaluate the technology and develop tactics for its potential use in border operations. The Active Denial System uses an invisible beam of electromagnetic energy that can reach more than half a mile. When the beam makes contact with a person's skin, it rapidly heats the surface, creating a burning sensation intended to make the individual move away. Military officials have described the technology as a nonlethal alternative to conventional weapons, although previous testing has resulted in injuries, including burns. The memo, signed by Hegseth in September, places responsibility for operating the system and developing procedures with DHS. Pentagon personnel will not operate the equipment during the testing period. Customs and Border Protection officials say the agency routinely evaluates new technologies that could improve operational effectiveness and strengthen border security. The proposal comes as the Trump administration continues prioritizing immigration enforcement and security along the southern border. However, the potential use of the system has raised legal and safety concerns, particularly regarding the possibility of injuries and its use against people attempting to cross the border. Former border officials have also questioned whether deploying the technology near waterways could create additional dangers for migrants attempting to cross into the United States. The technology has been considered for immigration enforcement before. During President Trump's first term, officials discussed using the system along the southern border, but the proposal was rejected in 2018 by then-Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen. The U.S. military previously deployed the Active Denial System to Afghanistan in 2010, although it was never used in combat operations. The latest authorization does not mean the weapon has been approved for operational deployment at the border. DHS has not publicly specified where the system will be tested or whether it will ultimately be used in immigration enforcement. The agency could request an extension of the equipment loan after the initial seven-month period.

Trump Tackles Cybercrime Threats To Americans

(Washington, DC) -- President Trump is pulling out all the stops to combat cybercrime targeting Americans. He hosted a roundtable on the issue at the White House on Wednesday. Trump said countless American victims have had their savings wiped out by foreign cyber criminals. The White House says every available tool will be used to stop foreign-based organized criminal organizations that exploit Americans in cyberspace. It added cybercrime is posing a 50-billion-dollar threat to American businesses and families.

Supreme Court Hands Trump Loss On Transgender Prison Care Policy

(Washington, DC) - The Supreme Court has blocked the Trump Administration's efforts to ban prisons from providing hormone treatments to transgender inmates. The majority - including conservative justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito - did not explain their reasoning. It's a rare loss for the administration in its fight against what it has called "gender ideology." Last year, the justices allowed the administration to enforce its ban on openly transgender troops serving in the military.

VP Vance Has Uncovered Millions of Dollars of Fraud in Food Stamps

Vice President Vance has announced a significant crackdown on food stamp fraud, with his task force uncovering approximately forty-two million dollars in alleged fraudulent activity. Over forty defendants have been charged across the nation in various schemes. One notable case involves an Atlanta rapper known as Shawty Dread, whose real name is Mercedes Reshard New. Federal prosecutors accuse him of stealing over four million dollars through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Investigators found that Shawty Dread fraudulently registered his business as an authorized food stamp retailer, enabling him to process millions in fraudulent transactions. He now faces multiple federal charges including mail fraud and identity theft. The crackdown also targets illegal immigrants accused of stealing the identities of American citizens to fraudulently obtain benefits. These cases highlight the Trump administration's commitment to preventing fraud in government benefit programs, ensuring that resources intended to help struggling American families are not exploited.

Trump's D.C. Arch Could Break Ground In Two Weeks

Construction on President Donald Trump's proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., could begin as early as November 5, according to a new court filing from the Justice Department. The timeline would place the start of construction just two days after the November 3 midterm elections, provided the project receives the necessary federal approvals. In a filing submitted Wednesday, the Justice Department said the National Capital Planning Commission is scheduled to meet November 5 and could approve the final plans for the arch that day. With additional authorization from the Department of the Interior, construction could begin immediately following the commission's approval. The proposed monument is one of several construction projects Trump has pursued in Washington during his presidency. The administration released final plans for the 250-foot structure last week, moving the project closer to the construction phase. However, the project continues to face legal challenges from opponents seeking to prevent construction. Wednesday's court filing was submitted as part of one of those lawsuits, providing an updated timeline for when work could begin. The legal challenges could affect the project's schedule, even if federal officials grant the required approvals. The proposed arch would add a major new monument to the nation's capital, reflecting Trump's interest in expanding Washington's monumental architecture. For now, the administration is preparing for a possible November 5 construction start, although the project remains subject to federal authorization and ongoing litigation.

Noncitizens Voting in California

Larry Elder discusses the implications of a list of 20,000 registered non-citizen voters in California, sent by President Trump. The U.S. attorney for Central California, Bill Issaley, confirmed the list's accuracy, raising concerns about potential violations of federal law if California counts these ballots. Issaley emphasized that it is unlawful for non-citizens to vote, and by counting their ballots, California could be aiding in a criminal offense. This discussion highlights the complexities and legal boundaries surrounding voter eligibility and the importance of adhering to federal election laws.