Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate election in Michigan Abdul El-Sayed (left) attempted to defend the rights of transgender children during an interview with Fox News’ Jesse Watters (right) on Monday.

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Law and Justice

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On Fox News, El-Sayed Bravely Defended Gender-Affirming Care, Then Took a Weird, Wrong Turn

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The Heart of America Still Beats for Connection

How to Save the IRS

Trump’s Election Subversion Plans?

“ICE Is Too Bloated, Politicized, and Corrupt to Continue”

Crabs, A Helicopter, and One Town’s Fight Against ICE

Texas Democrats Chose Faith Over Fighting

Will Progressives Stop Leading With Their Chins?

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