The Small Business Administration (SBA) announced Thursday that it suspended 6,900 Minnesota borrowers after uncovering what it says is widespread suspected fraud. SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler said the agency reviewed thousands of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) loans approved in Minnesota, and identified nearly $400 million in potentially fraudulent loans tied to borrowers in Minnesota. "These individuals will be banned from all SBA loan programs, including disaster loans, going forward," Loeffler wrote on X. Loeffler said the agency will refer appropriate cases to federal law enforcement for prosecution and repayment. TRUMP TARGETS MINNESOTA FRAUD ALLEGATIONS, SAYS ‘WE’RE GOING TO GET TO THE BOTTOM OF IT’ "After years, the American people will finally begin to see the criminals who stole from law-abiding taxpayers held accountable — and this is just the first state," she stated. The suspected fraudulent activi...

The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Wednesday outlined a list of its accomplishments during President Donald Trump ’s first year back in office, arguing that the agency has ended the political weaponization it says existed under the Biden administration. The DOJ claimed in a statement posted on X that it has "turned around" the agency, restoring fairness and law enforcement priorities. "Instead of keeping Americans safe, the Biden DOJ weaponized its power against political opponents: conservatives, parents, pro-lifers, Christians, and most of all, President Trump," the DOJ stated. The DOJ said that after President Trump inherited a justice system it described as "in chaos," he charged the department with restoring "integrity, accountability and equal justice under the law." FBI DIRECTOR KASH PATEL BACKS TRUMP'S DC POLICE TAKEOVER: 'WHEN YOU LET GOOD COPS BE COPS, THEY DELIVER' "In 2025, the DOJ returned to its core mission: ...

Former U.S. Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell of Colorado died on Tuesday at the age of 92, according to his family. Campbell died of natural causes surrounded by his family, his daughter Shanan Campbell, announced. He is survived by his wife Linda, their two children, Shanan and Colin, as well as four grandchildren. Originally a Democrat, Campbell switched to the Republican Party in 1995 while serving in the U.S. Senate, a seat he held from 1993 until his retirement in 2005 due to health reasons. Before serving in the Senate, he held office in the U.S. House and the Colorado House. TATIANA SCHLOSSBERG, JFK'S GRANDDAUGHTER, DIES AT 35 AFTER YEAR-AND-A-HALF LEUKEMIA BATTLE The first Native American to serve in both the U.S. House and U.S. Senate, Campbell was known for his passionate advocacy of Native American issues as well as his dress attire, which included cowboy boots, bolo ties and a ponytail. He was a member of the Northern Cheyenne tribe and said his ancestors were among ...

HexClad's holiday sale, which includes everything from knives and aprons to the brand's iconic Hybrid fry pan, ends today. (FOX is an investor in HexClad). Famous chef Gordon Ramsay is the genius behind the brand which is on many of home cooks' wishlists. Whether you are looking to spend your holiday gift cards or are prepping your kitchen for your new year cooking goals, HexClad has something for you. Holiday Essentials bundle: $999 (42% off) Hybrid pots and pans set, 12-pc: $629 (37% off) Hybrid fry pan set with lids: $359 (33% off) HexMill salt and pepper grinder set: $199 (37% off) BBQ Boss bundle: $174 (33% off) Steak knife and Bistecca plate set, 8-pc: $199 (39% off) Hybrid Oval Dutch Oven, 6.5-quart: $169 (26% off) Original price: $179 Cook one-pan meals in  HexClad’s larger 12-inch fry pan . It has the same hybrid technology as the smaller fry pans, but offers nearly double the cooking space. A stay-cool handle stops you from reaching for oven mitts (alt...

There has been a more-or-less constant but relatively small level of antisemitism in the post-World War II United States, but it was widely shunned and those who gave voice to it were marginalized. Opposition to antisemitism was part of the "American Consensus" after the war and the Holocaust. Along with the breakthrough in race relations that accompanied the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the turn against antisemitism was sharp, sustained and broadly shared. Although relations between the United States and Israel rose and fell, the acceptability of Jew-hatred plummeted to near zero in the U.S., and from the 1967 Six Day War and the 1973 Yom Kippur War, American support for the State of Israel has been high and steady.  Israel has become one of America’s most important strategic allies — a nuclear and intelligence superpower with the will to project hard power when necessary in its own national interest, which usually coincides with America’s. ...

Outgoing New York City Mayor Eric Adams argued that the Biden administration's Justice Department engaged in "lawfare" against the former president's political opponents, including himself on corruption allegations and President Donald Trump over issues such as mishandling classified documents. "I think what we have witnessed under President Biden's Justice Department, Americans should never have to live through that again," Adams said on Monday during an appearance on Fox News' "The Story." "You saw everyday Americans who fought for the education of their children being put on watch lists, I think that you saw what happened with Charlie Kirk, when you saw the raiding of President Trump's home. Debates should have happened … I think that you're seeing the clear indication that the Justice Department under the previous administration used lawfare to go after those who disagree with them," he added. ERIC ADAMS WARNS NYC...

The Words That Remade America in 2025 There's a peculiar magic to language moments — those rare instances when a phrase or term suddenly captures something we've all been feeling, but couldn't quite articulate, and then refuses to let go. For most of 2025, I found myself cataloging them, watching as new words and reframed ideas metastasized through our politics, our culture, our everyday conversations in ways that felt genuinely consequential. If I had to identify the single most consequential word of the year — the one that actually changed the trajectory of elections and scrambled the political narrative — it would be this: affordability. Affordability: The Word That Rewired Everything JONATHAN TURLEY: WITH 'RAGE BAIT' CROWNED WORD OF THE YEAR, FREE SPEECH BECOMES THE TARGET Here's what fascinates me about the rise of "affordability" as a political frame. For decades, we've operated on the assumption that "the economy" is what mat...

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing criticism after he welcomed home a recently released Egyptian prisoner who allegedly posted violent and antisemitic language on his social media in the past. Successive British governments have pushed for the release of Alaa Abd el-Fattah, a dual British-Egyptian national who had been behind bars in Egypt for most of the last 14 years. He was released from prison in September following a pardon by the Egyptian president but remained in the country under a travel ban that was only recently lifted, allowing him to return to the U.K. on Friday. Starmer celebrated Abd el-Fattah's return by saying he was "delighted" that the activist had been reunited with his family in Britain. TRUMP SECURES RELEASE OF AMERICAN TRAPPED IN SAUDI ARABIA FOR YEARS OVER ONLINE POSTS Meanwhile, a senior member of the opposition Conservative Party criticized Starmer for giving a "personal, public endorsement" to Abd el-Fattah. Robert Jenri...

If Week 17’s "Sunday Night Football" matchup is anything like what the NFL Playoffs will be like this season, football fans will be loving every second of play. The San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears, two bears gunning for the No. 1 seed in the NFC, put together a thrilling primetime game on Sunday night in the Bay Area. But only the 49ers helped their chances at that top seed in their conference with a thrilling 42-38 win. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM This was a back-and-forth game all night long on the scoreboard, and it began on the first offensive snap of the game for the 49ers. But it wasn’t Brock Purdy and company getting good field position. Instead, Jaylon Johnson jumping a ball intended for Jauan Jennings ended with T.J. Edwards picking off the pass and taking it back 34 yards for the pick-six just 15 seconds into the game. The 49ers immediately faced a 7-0 deficit, but Purdy was unfazed all game long, and it showed on the ensuing dri...

Legendary French actress and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot has died at 91, her foundation announced Sunday. "The Brigitte Bardot Foundation announces with immense sadness the death of its founder and president, Madame Brigitte Bardot, a world-renowned actress and singer, who chose to abandon her prestigious career to dedicate her life and energy to animal welfare and her foundation," it said  in a statement to the French news agency Agence France-Presse. Bardot had been hospitalized briefly in late October at Saint-Jean Hospital in Toulon, where she underwent a minor surgical procedure, according to a statement from her office to AFP. The iconic actress became known in the 1950s and 1960s for her "sex kitten" image, a label that came to define her on-screen persona. This is a breaking news story; check back for updates. from Latest & Breaking News on Fox News https://ift.tt/GSN3JYU via IFTTT

College basketball coaching legend Tom Izzo didn’t hold back when asked about James Nnaji returning to Baylor after being selected in the NBA Draft but never having played a game for a team. Nnaji announced he would return to the Bears after a stint at FC Barcelona. He was selected by the Detroit Pistons in 2023 and was traded twice during his career. He was a part of the trade that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks before the 2024-25 season. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM But Nnaji is part of a growing trend of former college basketball players, with NCAA eligibility remaining, returning to school following stints in the G League or elsewhere. Izzo suggested on Saturday he’s had enough of it. "Now we’re taking guys that were drafted in the NBA and everything," the Michigan State men’s basketball coach said, via the Detroit Free Press . "I said it to you a month and a half ago – c’mon Magic (Johnson) and Gary (Harris), let’s go baby...

An Oklahoma man is facing a first-degree manslaughter charge after authorities say a bullet he fired while doing target practice in his backyard struck and killed a woman sitting with her family on Christmas Day. Cody Adams, 33, was charged with first-degree manslaughter in connection with the shooting, court records show. At approximately 3:15 p.m. on Dec. 25, the Stephens County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of a shooting in Stephens County, Oklahoma., where Sandra Phelps was fatally struck while sitting on her front porch holding a child, according to the probable cause affidavit. Witnesses told deputies they periodically heard gunshots over several minutes north of the residence, before Phelps said "ouch" and collapsed, the affidavit states. Moments before, Phelps allegedly commented that someone got a new gun for Christmas. TEXAS FATHER DIES IN ACCIDENTAL SHOOTING ON HUNTING TRIP, DAUGHTER SAYS FAMILY IS ‘HEARTBROKEN’ Investigators determined the bullet...

The Baltimore Ravens ’ season was on the brink going into Week 17 against the Green Bay Packers and they needed a win to keep their playoff chances alive. Derrick Henry was called upon to carry the load and he delivered. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM The star running back got the ball early and often. He scored three touchdowns in the first half – all on the ground. He started with a 3-yard score in the first quarter and followed it with a 1-yard score and another 3-yard score in the second quarter. Henry’s fourth touchdown came in the fourth quarter. Baltimore was hanging on to a 10-point lead and the veteran delivered the dagger on a 25-yard touchdown. The Ravens won the game 41-24. Henry finished with 216 rushing yards on 36 carries. Baltimore needed to ride Henry because of injuries to the leader of the offense, Lamar Jackson . He was out for the game due to a back injury. Tyler Huntley subbed in for Jackson and was 16-of-20 for 107 passing yards. He had...

Economic momentum is building under President Donald Trump , but translating those gains into political advantage will require sharper messaging, economist Stephen Moore said, as voters remain skeptical despite improving indicators. "There's a perception and there's reality," explained Moore in an interview with Fox News Digital.  "The reality is what the numbers show — that median family income is up by about $1,200 this year, adjusted for inflation. We’re seeing real increases in wealth. Anyone investing in the stock market — not just rich people, but about 160 million Americans — has retirement savings in stocks." WHITE HOUSE TEASES MAJOR HOUSING AFFORDABILITY PLAN AS PRICES SQUEEZE AMERICANS Still, Moore, a former Trump adviser and co-founder of a free-market advocacy organization, Unleash Prosperity, acknowledged that rising costs in everyday life continue to shape how many Americans view the economy . "People tend to focus on the things that ...

The president of the Kennedy Center on Friday sharply criticized longtime jazz musician Chuck Redd for canceling his Christmas Eve performance days after the White House announced that President Donald Trump ’s name would be added to the iconic performing arts institution in Washington, D.C. Kennedy Center president Richard Grenell said Redd's decision financially harmed the nonprofit institution, and he would seek $1 million in damages, accusing him of carrying out a "political stunt." "Your decision to withdraw at the last moment — explicitly in response to the Center's recent renaming , which honors President Trump's extraordinary efforts to save this national treasure — is classic intolerance and very costly to a non-profit Arts institution," Grenell wrote in a letter to Redd, obtained by Fox News Digital. Fox News Digital could not immediately reach Redd for comment. CONTROVERSIAL 'OCTOBER 7' SURVIVORS PLAY COMING TO TRUMP-LED KENNEDY CE...

Just because winter is here doesn’t mean the yard work stops. Living in snowy climates means preparing for spring, while warmer climates still have to deal with weekly maintenance. We’ve rounded up  lightweight chainsaws ,  snow blowers that actually get the job done and other yard products you should have on hand.  Original price: $199 Winter is the ideal time to trim low-hanging branches without leaves getting in the way. There’s a variety of chainsaw options out there to get the job done. If you’re newer to using a chainsaw, a small, single-handed  Worx chainsaw cuts through small and medium-sized branches without much hassle. It’s battery-powered, so there’s no need to drag an extension cord around. The hand guard is a lifesaver when there are accidental slips.  Kobalt’s battery-powered chainsaw is a step up with more intense cutting power. Best for a smaller backyard, the battery lasts for about two and half hours. The whole system automatically oils ...

A grandfather was killed just days before Christmas in what officials have described as a "freak accident" at a McDonald's drive-thru in Nebraska. Michael Dickinson, 69, was crushed to death after he was pinned between his vehicle and the payment window on Tuesday morning in Grand Island. He was rushed to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to Grand Island police . Police said the victim's next of kin were notified of his death. USPS WORKER FOUND DEAD INSIDE MAILING MACHINE IN MICHIGAN: 'DEEPLY SADDENED BY THE LOSS' Police Division Chief Dean Elliott told KSNB-TV that the incident was "100% a freak accident." "It appears the deceased opened the door to further reach out of the window for payment purposes," he said. "We’re not sure if the vehicle lurched forward or what happened, but he became pinned between the door frame and the drive-thru window counter," Elliott added. GRANDFATHER ALLEGEDLY 'B...

Travis Kelce had three of his five catches on the Kansas City Chiefs’ final drive against the Denver Broncos, but the team couldn’t do enough to win the game. Kelce, in what may have been his final game at Arrowhead Stadium before potentially calling it quits, had five catches for 36 yards. Denver won the game, 20-13. The tight end threw his gloves to the crowd as he walked back to the locker room. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Kansas City’s offense was pretty putrid the entire night but the game came down to the wire. The Chiefs suffered their first penalty of the night at the worst moment. The Broncos were lined up to go for it on 4th-and-2 from Kansas City’s 9-yard line. As Bo Nix called signals, Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones committed an offside penalty. It gave the Broncos a fresh set of downs and the chance to deliver the dagger into the hearts of Chiefs fans. Nix found R.J. Harvey for the go-ahead score with 1:45 left in the game. It proved ...

For many, Christmas is a time of celebration, laughter and loved ones gathering. But for others, it magnifies the grief of what could be and awakens memories we wish we could forget. A season that promises peace can instead expose our deepest pain.  Before founding Auntie Anne’s, I walked through a season of darkness that I never thought I would escape. The loss of my 19-month-old daughter Angie created a hole in my heart that made it seem as though joy would always be out of reach.  The darkness of grief can make it seem like all hope is lost. I kept wondering when, or if, I could ever piece myself back together. Following my daughter’s death, I sought help from our pastor but was taken advantage of and abused for seven years. My grief led me down a path of shame I thought there was no coming back from. I found myself all alone in a world of secrets and darkness.  AT CHRISTMAS, GOD FULFILLS HIS PURPOSE — AND GIVES US OURS God’s love was the turning point and light ...