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On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: Israel performs its long-awaited strike against Iran. A district-court judge rules President Trump must give up command of the California National Guard to Gavin Newsom, then the 9th appeals court reverses that an hour later. Senator Alex Padilla is handcuffed for rushing DHS Secretary Kristi Noem’s podium in a press conference, then hosts a series of pity part...

Despite relentless media attacks on Donald Trump—especially on the economy—polls show a 17-point edge for Trump over Democrats when it comes to economic leadership. Why? Because Americans aren't buying the Left’s hysteria. Victor Davis Hanson exposes the glaring disconnect between elite narratives and what the American people actually believe on today’s episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own...

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: Israel is preparing for a possible strike on Iran’s nuclear sites as the entire Middle East is on full alert. A major item in the Big Beautiful Bill garners rare praise from both fiscal hawks and the populists on the Right. Riots against ICE now extend to Chicago, Atlanta, Philadelphia, and other major U.S. cities—except those in Florida. The full interview wit...

After more than three years of bloody stalemate, Ukraine has launched unprecedented strikes deep into Russian territory—destroying nearly a third of Russia’s strategic bomber fleet and targeting the crucial Kerch Bridge to Crimea. Now, Trump’s peace push may now be stalled—not by Ukraine, but by Putin himself. With over $400 billion in Western aid already spent and millions of lives disrupted, is...

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: Los Angeles businesses looted as the riots continue. Congressional Democrats mourn the National Guard & Marines deployed to protect federal buildings. A district court judge rejects Governor Gavin Newsom’s emergency motion to block Trump’s federalizing of the National Guard. Protests & riots spill over into other major U.S. cities. Subscribe to The Tony Kinnett...

Victor Davis Hanson: Joe Biden Dismantled Basic Immigration Law. Now, Americans Are Suffering the Consequences    California Gov. Gavin Newsom called the Trump administration’s efforts to enforce basic immigration law within his state “reckless” and “chaotic”, alleging that federal officials were trying to meet an “arbitrary arrest quota.”    The Biden administration let in an estimated 12 million...

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: Democrats ramp up calls for rioting as 700 Marines and 2,000 additional National Guardsmen are sent to Los Angeles. Governor Gavin Newsom of California sues President Trump. Leaked audio from a Democratic National Committee call shows the party is falling apart from the inside. Subscribe to The Tony Kinnett Cast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.appl...

This episode is sponsored by the Pepperdine School of Public Policy. Learn more: https://go.pepperdine.edu/dailysignal Los Angeles erupted in riots over ICE deportations this weekend—and Gov. Gavin Newsom called enforcing law and order “reckless.” Victor Davis Hanson breaks down the staggering hypocrisy from California’s leaders, the Mexican flags flying over violent protests, and what the America...

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: Greta Thunberg’s Flotilla violates military territory and gets arrested by the Israel Defense Forces. Riots break out in response to Los Angeles ICE operations, which legacy media and Democrat officials falsely label “peaceful protests.” Trump enacts Title X and deploys 2000 National Guardsmen and 500 U.S. Marines. Subscribe to The Tony Kinnett Cast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Victor Davis Hanson analyzes why the Trump budget may be triggering a quiet economic reboot on this episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” “ The economy is doing very, very well. And a lot of it is the expectation of the things that are in process. The $10 trillion of foreign investment. This extensions of the tax cuts. Incentives for investment, in the new budget. “  Especially with...

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: The Supreme Court delivers three major rulings—all of them unanimous. The Trump administration enacts a travel ban on several African, Middle Eastern, and Asian nations. President Trump & Elon Musk have a very public falling out. Subscribe to The Tony Kinnett Cast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044...

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: A Biden-appointed federal judge issues a temporary block on the planned deportation of an illegal immigrant terrorist’s family. President Trump officially orders Attorney General Pam Bondi to launch a full scale investigation into the Biden autopen and health collapse coverup scandals. Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre announces her own expo...

Victor Davis Hanson breaks this down on today’s episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” “ Rasmussen Polls—who have been very accurate, they were in the 2024 election and they are now—they surveyed the first 100 days of the Trump administration. … Sixty-two percent of those who were surveyed that were Hispanic expressed approval. African Americans were about 39%. And Hispanics were high...

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: Immigration enforcement operations continue despite protests and harassment. Two Chinese nationals are arrested on conspiracy, smuggling, and visa fraud in a possible bioterrorism plot. Steve Hilton shares his vision as a Republican candidate for California governor. Full interview with Steve Hilton: https://www.youtube.com/live/HGhbxwjK_SQ Subscribe to The Ton...

It’s simple: A booming economy, a foreign policy grounded in realism, a secure border, and popular working-class policies—all contrasted by a Democratic opposition mired in chaos, antisemitism, and no credible alternative. Victor Davis Hanson discusses this on today’s episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” “Every time people say we’re headed for a recession or his trade war is gonna t...

There is a lot of fear among the Jewish community in America following Sunday’s attack and the shooting in D.C. in May that left two Israel embassy staff members dead. In both instances, Rep. Randy Fine, R-Fla., who is Jewish, says the suspects went “hunting” for Jewish people to harm.    “I mean, people are afraid because there's not enough security to solve for this problem. And what we've seen...

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: The Trump administration completes the largest single-state immigration enforcement action in U.S. history. The two Pennsylvania Senators, Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Dave McCormick find common ground amid a crisis point for Democrats in the polls. Subscribe to The Tony Kinnett Cast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ton...

In this episode, Hanson explains what Trump is really signaling: that his strategy was always about making peace through strength — not appeasement. And now that Putin is throwing that opportunity away, the world sees who truly wants war. “ I think what Vladimir Putin thinks, that he's going to continue the war; continue the terror campaign; get greater concessions from the Europeans, the American...

On today’s Top News in 10, we cover: A terrorist assaults and injures several, including children, with molotov cocktails at a walking event in support of the remaining Hamas-held hostages in Boulder, Colorado. Legacy media outlets like CNN, CBS, and the Washington Post are lambasted for dishonest news coverage. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz calls on Democrats to change tactics by being “meaner.” Su...

Look at some of the recent examples of what is factually accurate vs. what the media says: Trump pressed Cyril Ramaphosa on the “White Genocide” unfolding in his country = Trump ‘Ambushed’ South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in the oval office, pushes false claims. Two Israeli embassy employees were shot and killed by a pro-Palestine protester with ties to Left-wing groups = Amid Israeli’s ong...

Five years later, Victor Davis Hanson takes a hard look at real aftermath of Floyd’s death on this episode of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” “ There was $2 billion in damage. There was a police precinct burned to the ground, in Minneapolis. There was a federal courthouse that was burned. There was a historic St. John's Church—across from the White House—that was torched. A mob tried to g...

FBI Will Release Video That Proves Epstein Killed Himself, says FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino; Karoline Leavitt Goes After Court That Struck Down Trump’s Tariffs. I'm your host, Bradley Devlin, politics editor at The Daily Signal, and here's your Top News in 10: Subscribe to The Tony Kinnett Cast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ke...

Sorry, Harvard, but we’re not going to give you billions of taxpayer dollars, no questions asked.    The Trump administration is set to eliminate its remaining government contracts with Harvard University, totally over $100 million, reports the New York Times. This comes off the heels of the administration’s commitment to also prevent the once prestigious university from enrolling foreign student....

Virginia’s November gubernatorial election is touted as a major barometer for how the electorate feels about the party in power in Washington, and national money for both parties is already pouring into the state. Two polls are showing two very different results in the race, yet the media is touting the one where the Democrat is far ahead. The Daily Signal asks founder of VirginiaFREE, Chris Saxma...

While Americans get Memorial Day, Congress gets Memorial WEEK. And with Congress out of town, it’s all about President Trump and his administration. It’s Bradley Devlin, Politics Editor of The Daily Signal and Host of The Signal Sitdown. Today is May 29, 2025, and this is your Top News in 10. The Daily Signal cannot continue to tell stories, like this one, without the support of our viewers: https...