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The Department of Homeland Security will presumably face a lapse in funding starting on midnight Saturday, as negotiations still continue to move at a slow pace, with few public details on any possible immigration reforms. The White House sent a counteroffer to Democrats, who made a long list of demands ranging from a change in warrants used for immigration arrests to a ban on agents wearing masks, earlier this week. A continuing resolution to fund the agency is in place until the end of the day on Friday, which was part of a deal to keep the rest of the federal government funded through the end of September. Both chambers are scheduled to be out of Washington next week. Sen. Katie Britt (R-AL) pushed for another continuing resolution to keep talks going without stopping DHS funding, which was ultimately unsuccessful because it was blocked by Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT), according to Fox News. “We want to continue this conversation, but yet you’re penalizing a TSA agent. A TSA agent is gonna go without a paycheck. Why? So that you can posture politically. I’m over it. Everybody on that side of the aisle knows that ICE and CBP will continue to be funded,” Britt said in a passionate floor debate with Murphy, expressing concerns about TSA workers missing more checks after the 43-day-long shutdown last fall. Murphy said that there needs to be “reforms” and “more serious engagement from the White House than has happened thus far” in order for DHS to get funding. A shutdown of the department might not heavily impact funding for President Donald Trump’s immigration goals, as much of that funding was already appropriated in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” signed in July, but DHS’s other key agencies, like the U.S. Coast Guard, FEMA, and TSA, will be more seriously impacted. As for the negotiations themselves, Senate Majority Leader John Thune said on Thursday, according to Deseret News, “I think you all know the issue of warrants is going to be very hard for the White House or for Republicans, but I think there are a lot of other areas where there has been give and progress.” “The proposals that Senate and House Democrats presented last week and keep pushing for are very reasonable. We want ICE simply to follow the same standards that law enforcement agencies across the country already follow,” Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said on the floor Thursday, calling some immigration tactics “thuggery.” “No more rogue police forces roaming through our cities,” he said. On X, Thune spokesman Ryan Wrasse wrote on Thursday that “based on the totality of the evidence, it seems like Dems are defining ‘progress’ as ‘agree to all of our demands otherwise we’re taking our ball and going home.’” In the House, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries referred to the White House proposal as a “so-called offer,” according to Punchbowl News. “But my preliminary assessment of it is that it falls short of the type of dramatic changes necessary in order to change ICE,” he said.

President Donald Trump on Thursday nominated White House attorney Kara Westercamp to the U.S. Court of International Trade, a position that carries a lifetime appointment if she is confirmed by the Senate. “Kara is a very experienced Trade Lawyer, who spent over a decade working as an Attorney at the Department of Justice, and is now one of the incredible lawyers defending our historic and popular America First Agenda as an Associate Counsel at the White House,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “Kara knows the wisdom and courage required to protect the American people who have been ripped off by other countries for far too long. She will always put America first.”  If confirmed, Westercamp will join a court that oversees disputes involving tariffs and trade policy, a key focus of Trump’s economic agenda. Westercamp currently serves as associate counsel to the president. Before joining the White House, she worked in the Justice Department’s Civil Division, where she argued dozens of cases before the Court of International Trade. She previously practiced law at Jones Day.  The Court of International Trade has played a central role in adjudicating challenges to the administration’s use of executive authority to impose broad tariffs. One such ruling is currently under review by the Supreme Court after the Trump administration appealed.  After the court struck down portions of his tariff program last year, Trump questioned the ruling on Truth Social. “How is it possible for them to have potentially done such damage to the United States?” Trump asked. “Is it purely a hatred of ‘TRUMP’? What other reason could it be?” The court consists of nine judges and is based in New York. It oversees nationwide civil disputes involving trade laws, including challenges and duty assessments by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Across his two terms, Trump has appointed more than 270 federal judges, including three Supreme Court justices. By comparison, President Barack Obama appointed 334 judges during his eight years in office.

A little-known government agency could soon be at the center of the Trump administration’s efforts to work with private sector leaders to unleash innovation in American tech companies. The Commodities Futures Trading Commission on Thursday announced the creation of the Innovation Advisory Committee, The Daily Wire can first report. The committee brings together companies on the forefront of commerce, drawing leaders in cryptocurrency, decentralized finance, prediction markets, and more. “Today marks an important and energizing moment at the CFTC as the Innovation Advisory Committee takes shape,” CFTC Chairman Michael Selig said in a statement. The committee “will help ensure the CFTC’s decisions reflect market realities so the agency can future-proof its markets and develop clear rules of the road for the Golden Age of American Financial Markets.” A companion to the better-known Securities and Exchange Commission, which regulates capital markets, the CFTC handles derivatives, a broad category encompassing all manner of financial contracts. Like the CFTC itself, the Innovation Advisory Committee will cover a large swath of the financial sector. Prominent members include Tarek Mansour, CEO of Kalshi, a leading prediction markets platform, and Brian Armstrong, CEO of cryptocurrency hub Coinbase. The presidents of FanDuel and DraftKings — two of the leading online sports betting platforms — are also on the commission, as is Vlad Tenev, CEO of the stock trading app Robinhood. But the commission also includes representatives from more traditional financial institutions, including Nasdaq chair and CEO Adena Friedman, David Schwimmer, CEO of the London Stock Exchange Group, and Intercontinental Exchange CEO Jeff Sprecher. “There is a strong view from the chairman that this marks a new day for the CFTC and a 180 from the prior administration to put industry engagement front of mind,” a CFTC official told The Daily Wire. The agency’s announcement comes at a crucial time for prediction markets. Late last month, the CFTC withdrew a Biden-era rule that restricted futures contracts tied to political and athletic events. That decision opened the gates for platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, which allow users to bet on everything from who will win the Super Bowl to who will carry the White House in 2028. Faced with the meteoric rise of these platforms, traditional betting outfits like FanDuel, as well as crypto companies like Coinbase and stock trading apps like Robinhood, have rushed to offer their own prediction markets. That the Innovation Advisory Committee includes all of these competitors signals the growing influence of the CFTC, which under Selig is charting a course for greater relevance and impact. “For too long, the CFTC’s existing framework has proven difficult to apply and has failed our market participants,” Selig said after announcing the rule change. “The new guidance aims to provide straightforward standards so firms know exactly what is allowed and what is not.” The chairman echoed those sentiments Thursday, saying that the Innovation Advisory Committee will help the CFTC “modernize our rules and regulations for the innovations of today and tomorrow” while ensuring that the United States remains “home to the most transparent and well-regulated financial markets in the world.” The CFTC’s new advisory board is just the latest instance of the Trump administration partnering with financial leaders. The president tapped Wall Street veterans for top financial posts in his administration, rather than typical Beltway insiders. Trump has also made a point of working closely with American tech companies, bringing leaders in the artificial intelligence space to the White House for a high-profile September summit.

A GoFundMe set up for the widow of actor James Van Der Beek and their six children has raised more than $1.6 million since it was published yesterday. The 48-year-old “Dawson’s Creek” star died Wednesday following a battle with colorectal cancer. The fundraiser is meant to “help cover essential living expenses, pay bills, and support the children’s education.” “James Van Der Beek was a beloved husband, father, and friend who touched the lives of everyone around him. After a long and courageous battle with cancer, James passed away on February 11, 2026 leaving behind his devoted wife, Kimberly, and their six wonderful children. Throughout his illness, the family faced not only emotional challenges but also significant financial strain as they did everything possible to support James and provide for his care,” the GoFundMe description says.  “In the wake of this loss, Kimberly and the children are facing an uncertain future. The costs of James’s medical care and the extended fight against cancer have depleted the family’s funds. They are working hard to stay in their home and to ensure the children can continue their education and maintain some stability during this incredibly difficult time. The support of friends, family, and the wider community will make a world of difference as they navigate the road ahead.” Prior to his death, Van Der Beek partnered with the auction company Propstore to sell some of the items he had accumulated over the course of his career to help pay for his medical bills, as The Daily Wire previously reported. “I’ve been storing these treasures for years, waiting for the right time to do something with them, and with all of the recent unexpected twists and turns life has presented recently, it’s clear that the time is now,” Van Der Beek said in a statement in November. He added, “While I have some nostalgia tugging at me as I part with these items, it feels good to be able to offer them through Propstore’s auction to share with those who have supported my work over the years.” Items sold at auction in December included memorabilia from both the teen drama series “Dawson’s Creek” and the popular film “Varsity Blues” (1999).  More than 32,000 people have contributed to the GoFundMe as of Thursday afternoon, including actress Zoe Saldaña, who set up a recurring donation of $2,500 a month. Celebrities Derek Hough, Ricki Lake, Lydia Hearst, and Kaley Cuoco also made donations.  The top donation of $25,000 came from Guardant Health, a biotech company based in Palo Alto. “James was the first brand ambassador for Guardant Health and our Shield™ blood test for colorectal cancer screening, reflecting our shared belief in the power of patient voices,” the company wrote in an X post shared Wednesday.  “It was an honor to witness the unwavering commitment he demonstrated over the past year to raising awareness of colorectal cancer and encouraging more people to get screened. His voice and advocacy will leave a lasting mark on the fight against colorectal cancer.” Legendary Hollywood director Steven Spielberg and his wife, Kate Capshaw, also contributed $25,000 to the GoFundMe. Van Der Beek’s character on “Dawson’s Creek” famously idolized Spielberg, a connection the legendary director acknowledged in a 2025 video tribute when Van Der Beek was battling cancer. The original goal for the GoFundMe was $500,000, but it was later increased to $1.5 million.

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