The same financial scheme that allowed Texas developers to profit off untold numbers of illegal aliens by selling them American homes is now being employed by lenders all across the country. In the absence of a Social Security number, many illegal aliens have discovered a widely available form of identification from the IRS that can give them access to lenders all across the country, far beyond Colony Ridge. Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs), introduced in 1996, enable the IRS to process taxes for individuals who don’t have a Social Security number. They’ve since been heralded by one far-left, Soros-backed group as a “powerful tool” for illegal aliens, who can use the IRS-issued identification to buy their own slice of America, whether in a development like Colony Ridge or a residential neighborhood. The financial loophole has allowed for the creation of an entire industry that markets and caters to illegal aliens looking to cement their presence in the United States by securing a mortgage and buying a home. The loophole provides fuel for the growth of places like Colony Ridge, which now hopes to reach a population of 250,000. As The Daily Wire previously reported, with the influx of illegal immigrants, Colony Ridge has become a hub for criminal activity and drug trafficking and has been called home by cartel members, drug runners, human smugglers, and wanted murderers. The Daily Wire spotlighted specific lenders catering to illegal aliens, not by creating massive developments like Colony Ridge, but simply by advertising mortgage loans to illegal aliens looking to buy American homes. One Pennsylvania-based company, highlighted by The Daily Wire, sought to “empower non-citizens” through its lending practices. The company, named Amres, even told the stories of illegal aliens who successfully used ITIN documents to get mortgage loans. There’s also a Connecticut lender that operates in Texas, Florida, and four other states. That company, Prysma Lending Group, distributed a guide to prevent deportation and even hosted a conversation with an immigration lawyer. WATCH: A mortgage lending company admitted that its loans are targeted at illegal aliens — and even created a guide for illegals on avoiding deportation. While Americans struggle to buy homes, Prysma Lending is selling out our country to illegal aliens one home at a time.? pic.twitter.com/E9n1bql7bi — Spencer Lindquist ?? (@SpencerLndqst) May 28, 2025 Then there’s Cayetano, a development company highlighted by The Daily Wire that tells foreign nationals to “own a piece of American land,” in Texas along the border with Mexico. The company owns multiple developments across Texas and accepts Mexican consulate cards as valid forms of identification, all while mimicking Colony Ridge with marketing tactics that appeared tailored to illegal aliens. Amres, Prysma, and Cayetano, each of which has previously been the subject of Daily Wire investigations, are just isolated examples of a broader trend, with a slate of companies across the country advertising home loans to illegal aliens. There’s also Novus Home Mortgage, a division of a Wisconsin-based bank that says ITIN lending is open to those without a social security number, “including both legal residents and undocumented immigrants.” Florida-based company AD Mortgage, which operates in 48 states, similarly appeals to illegal aliens on its site. Among those who qualify for ITIN loans, AD Mortgage says, are “immigrants, including undocumented individuals.” Defy Mortgage explains that it “provides comprehensive mortgage solutions tailored to non-US citizens.” Defy Mortgage specifically highlights that illegal aliens are eligible to receive ITINs. The company’s site goes on to say that those who can get an ITIN include “non-resident aliens, undocumented immigrants, and dependents who cannot get an SSN.” ITIN lending, immigration experts say, provides another incentive for illegal aliens to remain in the United States. “Access to mortgages can serve as an incentive for illegal aliens to remain in the country, especially at a time when the goal of the government is convincing illegal aliens to leave,” Ira Mehlman, the Media Director for the Federation for American Immigration Reform, previously told The Daily Wire. He added that Congress could take action to establish a national standard for lending, or even consider prohibiting mortgage lending to individuals without legal residency in the United States.  Some companies appear to have noticed that ITIN lending could become increasingly risky under the Trump administration, both because of mass deportations and the potential introduction of new regulations. Tricolor Holdings, which specializes in auto lending, said that it serves “credit [to] invisible Hispanics” and boasted in one 2023 report that 69% of its customers were “undocumented,” a conclusion it reached after assessing the percentage of borrowers that didn’t use a social security number. A representative of Tricolor Holdings told The Daily Wire that it has shifted its focus. “Due to the current environment, Tricolor shifted its focus from the no FICO borrower to a general market profile,” the representative said. There is further indication that the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement policies could be having a chilling effect on ITIN lending. One lender at JVN Lending, based in Walnut Creek, California, reports that she has noticed a decrease in the number of ITIN borrowers this year. That company boasts on its site that there is “no visa required” and “no social security number required” for borrowers of ITIN loans. While it may take congressional action to truly confront the industry, increased enforcement could prompt ITIN lenders to reassess the risk profile of their financial strategies. The Department of Homeland Security and the IRS signed an agreement allowing the federal law enforcement agency to receive information on taxpayers who are believed to be illegal aliens. If illegal aliens know that filing for an ITIN might get their name and identifying information lodged in an ICE database, they may be much less eager to hand over their information to the federal government.  Novus Home Mortgage, AD Mortgage, and Defy Mortgage did not respond to a request for comment.

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A new study suggests that solar panels in space could meet up to 80 percent of Europe’s renewable energy needs by 2050. The research, conducted by engineers at King’s College London (KCL), uses detailed computer modeling to assess the potential of space-based solar power (SBSP) and finds promising possibilities for reducing cost, improving supply reliability, and supporting Europe’s net-zero goals. The SBSP concept, originally designed by NASA, involves satellite-mounted mirror arrays that collect solar energy in orbit. These satellites then beam that energy to ground-based stations, where it’s converted into electricity and fed into the grid. Dr. Wei He, senior lecturer at KCL’s engineering department and lead author of the study published in Joule, believes SBSP could “provide continuous solar power as a renewable energy source” and be a powerful complement to current renewable strategies. Modeling a cleaner future The researchers simulated energy demands across 33 European countries, incorporating NASA’s projections for SBSP energy output into the model. The addition of SBSP reduced land-based renewable energy needs by 80 percent, cut battery use by more than two-thirds, and reduced overall power system costs by up to 15 percent. Traditional renewable sources like wind and solar are intermittent and dependent on weather, leading to energy storage challenges and variable costs. Space-based solar offers a centralized, stable supply by collecting sunlight above Earth’s atmosphere, free from clouds or nightfall. “The sun is always shining in space,” Wei said. “This helps us achieve an uninterrupted supply of solar energy.” Potential challenges in orbit Despite the promising figures, the study acknowledges limitations. It does not yet account for operational hurdles like satellite congestion, space debris, transmission interruptions, or beaming variability. “There are some risks to consider,” Wei explained. “Could [a satellite] have too many solar panels? Could it cause collisions or be damaged by debris in space?” The technology also comes with high upfront costs. While the long-term benefits are notable, SBSP may not be commercially viable until 2050 unless significant technological advances lower construction and launch expenses. Europe’s cooperative advantage Still, researchers say Europe is well-positioned to explore SBSP thanks to its history of multinational collaboration, especially through the European Space Agency and its existing infrastructure for cross-border electricity exchange. “Europe has a tradition of working together on satellite technology and shared energy grids,” Wei said. “This makes it an ideal candidate for a centralized SBSP program.” Japan is already incorporating SBSP into its climate and energy strategies, and the researchers hope Europe will follow suit. With rising demand for clean, reliable energy, and new urgency around phasing out fossil fuels, the timing could be right. Source study: Joule— Assess space-based solar power for European-scale power system decarbonizationThe post Could space-based solar panels power Europe’s clean energy future? first appeared on The Optimist Daily: Making Solutions the News.

BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM You’re out late, dinner wraps up around 9:30 p.m., and just as you reach for dessert, you hear that voice in your head: “No food three hours before bed.” Cue the guilt. But do you really need to worry? According to sleep expert and former NFL athlete Todd Anderson, the answer is: not always. While consistently late-night meals can interfere with your sleep, the occasional late dinner isn’t the end of the world, especially if you know how to work around it. The main issue with eating too close to bedtime is that digestion takes energy, and your body should be winding down, not working overtime. High-glycemic meals in particular, like pasta, white bread, or anything sugary, can spike your blood sugar, followed by a steep crash. This rollercoaster effect is what often leads to 3 a.m. wakeups. “Your body’s glucose drops, your brain gets a wake-up call, and suddenly, you’re staring at the ceiling,” Anderson explains. His general rule? Aim to finish dinner at least three hours before bedtime. That window allows your body to process the meal, stabilize blood sugar, and start shifting toward rest mode. How to eat smart when dinner runs late Of course, life doesn’t always follow a neat schedule. Whether you’re traveling, stuck at work, or savoring a long meal with friends, here are Anderson’s top strategies for salvaging your sleep without missing out: Choose low-glycemic foods When you know dinner’s going to be late, focus on meals that won’t spike and crash your blood sugar. That means avoiding refined carbs and desserts. Instead, build your plate with whole grains, legumes, leafy greens, and healthy fats like avocado or olive oil. These foods digest more slowly and help keep your blood sugar steady throughout the night. Don’t forget the protein and fiber A balanced meal goes a long way. Anderson recommends combining protein, fiber, and good fats to promote sustained energy and stable glucose levels. Think grilled salmon with quinoa and vegetables, or a tofu stir-fry with brown rice and sesame oil. Relax—your mindset matters too Yes, food affects sleep, but so does stress. “Don’t let health rules ruin a good time,” Anderson says. If you’re worried that eating late is going to destroy your rest, that stress alone can make it harder to fall asleep. Make the smartest choice available, enjoy the moment, and then give yourself permission to unwind. Traveling? Come prepared If you’re away from home and dinner’s on the later side, portable wind-down tools can make all the difference. Anderson suggests packing items like an eye mask, a travel-size pillow spray, or even calming herbal tea to help cue your body for sleep when you’re ready. Final thoughts Eating too close to bedtime can disrupt your rest, but it doesn’t have to. The goal is to build habits that support good sleep, not to stress over every dinner reservation. When possible, stick to the three-hour rule. And when that’s not an option, choose fiber-rich, low-glycemic foods, keep your portions balanced, and focus on winding down mentally. You’ll sleep better, and live better too.The post How to eat late at night without ruining your sleep first appeared on The Optimist Daily: Making Solutions the News.

While the mainstream media amplifies and obsesses over conspiratorial voices on the right in order to smear conservatives, the left is not without its own crazed hallucinations.One of the more entertaining but maddening theories being spread by those on the left on social media and other platforms is the idea that the first assassination attempt against President Donald Trump was staged to garner support from his followers.'This gets me SO F'king ANGRY!! ***100% STAGED***'After the incident in Butler, Pennsylvania, many on the left immediately began claiming that the entire affair had been staged. Some even said that the ear injury was faked because the president healed so quickly."That shooting so f***ing staged dawg they clipped Trump’s ear with a damn rubber bullet," said one account on the day of the attempt: "omfg he just won the election."That tweet got more than 230,000 likes and millions of impressions on the X platform."When asked about his ear yesterday, trump said 'I heal quickly,'" said another account only a month later. "... This gets me SO F'king ANGRY!! ***100% STAGED***"This bizarre conspiracy theory still persists on the X platform, with tens of thousands of people liking and retweeting messages for more than a year."In a DESPERATE attempt to win votes, get elected and avoid prison, trump STAGED an assassination attempt in Butler, PA. He is guilty of 2nd degree murder! The TRUTH is a WHISPER away!!!" read one post with more than 21,000 likes from Oct. 2024."Donald Trump’s assassination attempt was staged. If it was real, the Secret Service would have rushed him off the stage. Instead, they propped him up & let him stand there out in the open saying 'Fight!' three times," read another post from January with more than 129,000 likes.RELATED: Hillary makes a new accusation in the election conspiracy theory Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images "Trump's approval rating is tanking so it's probably time for another staged assassination attempt to goose his numbers," read another post from April with more than 2,800 likes.And it still continues. This is from a little more than a week ago: "This was all staged by Trump! Why did he not have blood on his hair???? Cause he wasn't shot!!!!" read the post with more than 5,300 likes.Despite the nutty claims on social media, there is no evidence that the attempt was staged. Even some mainstream media outlets have slapped down the bizarre theory."The 'staged' claims are Pants on Fire. The FBI is investigating the shooting as an assassination attempt. It was witnessed by thousands of rally attendees, including dozens of news photographers and reporters," read a report in PolitiFact that was republished at PBS News.Like Blaze News? Bypass the censors, sign up for our newsletters, and get stories like this direct to your inbox. Sign up here!

In June, with four months left in fiscal year 2025, the Army announced that it had surpassed its goal of enlisting 61,000 recruits. Female recruitment surged in particular across every branch, a shift many credit to President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s return to a “warfighter” ethos.Yet Republicans in Congress still haven’t done their part to cement this new direction in law.Congressional Republicans must seek a permanent end to the regime that has so disastrously compromised the military’s lethality.The misguided and weak leadership of the previous administration allowed the ideology of diversity, equity, and inclusion to run rampant at the Pentagon, strangling recruiting efforts and sidelining the military’s true mission.Under Joe Biden, the Army fell nearly 30,000 recruits short. Misguided priorities drained confidence in the service and hollowed out the ranks. If the “Trump bump” holds, it could reverse those losses and begin restoring the military’s strength and credibility after years of neglect and ideological tinkering.Lingering progressive activismRacial and gender identity politics defined the Biden administration so deeply that simple executive orders cannot uproot them — especially in the military. Former Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s 2022-26 Strategic Management Plan spelled it out, imposing race-based quotas on every service member and civilian across the force.The Trump administration must insist that Congress make it impossible to return to this decades-long embrace of race and gender essentialism. Such action is necessary for Secretary Hegseth to continue sharpening the edge of American military power with confidence.Congress has started moving in the right direction. The Senate Armed Services Committee recently advanced the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act with two measures aimed at curbing DEI. Section 547 blocks race and identity from influencing service academy admissions. Section 920 repeals several provisions that embedded DEI in the Defense Department.These changes, though welcome, fall short. Congress must go farther if it wants real impact. Identity politics must be banned not just in admissions, but throughout the military. And for Section 920 to matter, DEI cannot simply be buried — its presence should disqualify applicants from future government service.Ending DEI-based admissionsAnother urgent target for repeal is the 2021 DEI selection board mandate, which forces military boards to “represent the diverse population of the armed force concerned.” That order undermines their core mission: choosing the most capable leaders to win wars.Early signals from the House and Senate Armed Services Committees show they recognize the problem, but they have yet to commit to locking in Trump-era reforms. America’s depleted readiness should be evidence enough. Lawmakers must act decisively — restore the military’s lethality and bury DEI for good.RELATED: How DEI took a sledgehammer to the US military’s war ethos Photo by Ivan Cholakov via Getty ImagesSenate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) has pushed consistently to root DEI out of the military. But he works with razor-thin majorities in both chambers, where entrenched Armed Services Committee staff — Republicans in name only — resist meaningful reform.Trump’s political resurgence leaves no excuse. Republicans in Congress must break this pattern and confront the bureaucrats blocking change.Republicans have their chanceLawmakers now face their moment. The current Senate and House drafts of the NDAA fall short. Republicans must seize this chance to codify President Trump and Secretary Hegseth’s reforms and restore warfighting as the military’s sole organizing principle.To end the tyranny of DEI and race quotas, Congress cannot stop at praising executive action. It must legislate a permanent end to the ideology that has gutted readiness and crippled lethality.

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