The 2026 Texas Senate race is highlighting a growing threat to America’s foundational values. Democratic candidate James Talarico has made headlines by attacking a Texas law that requires public‑school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments, calling it “violence” against religion. This isn’t just political rhetoric — it reflects a broader left-wing push to erase the nation’s Judeo‑Christian heritage from public life.

As inflation continues to erode the purchasing power of the dollar, states are beginning to reconsider the role of gold and silver in the American monetary system. A recent proposal in Missouri would move the state closer to recognizing precious metals as functional money once again. This bill, the Constitutional Money Act, was just signed into law by Governor Mike Kehoe.  

In a recent episode of Miles Franklin Media, economic analyst Kevin D. Freeman joined the conversation to break down what he calls “America’s six trials by fire” — economic crises rooted in policies stretching back to 1971 and magnified today by an unprecedented $40 trillion national debt.

President Donald Trump announced that U.S. forces are actively conducting large-scale combat operations in Iran under Operation Epic Fury, with major objectives expected to be completed within four to five weeks.

The mission targets Iran’s ballistic missile systems, military infrastructure, and nuclear weapons capabilities—threats that have long posed risks to U.S. forces, allies, and global stability. Iran’s expanding missile program and nuclear ambitions have strengthened its ability to project power, destabilize regions, and challenge American interests.

America faces mounting economic and cultural threats—from globalist influence to runaway spending. The latest Economic Battle Plan™ from The Economic War Room lays out 12 actionable steps to restore sovereignty, defend liberty, and secure long-term prosperity.

1. A New Great Awakening

Revive civic and moral awareness as the foundation for national renewal.

2. Identify and Name the Enemy

Pinpoint ideological and economic threats to act decisively.

Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in history, signaling what his administration describes as a turning point for the American economy. The record-setting speech emphasized falling inflation, lower mortgage rates, rising investment, and renewed confidence in the United States as signs of economic recovery.

Texas voters are being asked a direct question in the Republican primary: Should Texas prohibit Sharia law? That’s Proposition 10.

The issue is whether Islamic legal codes should ever supersede or influence Texas civil law inside our courts.

Sharia law, as practiced in certain parts of the world, has been used to justify:

A shocking incident in Aceh, Indonesia highlights the harsh reality of Sharia law. A woman was publicly caned 140 times for violating religious morality laws, collapsing during the punishment, according to The Guardian. The punishment was carried out in public as a warning to others.

This illustrates a fundamental difference between Sharia law and Western civilization.