Senate Republicans are getting closer to changing the upper chambers rules to allow for a slew of President Donald Trump's lower-level nominees to be confirmed, and theyre closing in on a revived proposal from Democrats to do it.The hope among Republicans is that using a tool that Senate Democrats once considered would allow them to avoid turning to the "nuclear option," meaning a rule change with a simple majority vote."The Democrats should support it, because it was their original proposal that we're continuing on," Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, R-Wyo., told Fox News Digital. "And I wouldn't be surprised if they won't. This historic obstruction by the Democrats is all playing to their far-left liberal base, who hate President Trump."REPUBLICAN DOCTORS CLASH WITH RFK JR OVER VACCINES IN TENSE SENATE SHOWDOWNRepublicans met throughout the week behind closed doors to discuss their options and have begun to coalesce around a proposal that would allow them to take one vote to confirm a group of nominees, also known as "en bloc," for sub-Cabinet level positions.So far, the only nominee to make it through the Senate with ease was Secretary of State Marco Rubio in January. Since then, various positions throughout the bureaucracy have stacked up and have not received a voice vote or gone through unanimous consent two commonly-used fast-track procedures for lower-level positions in the administration.Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., said that before Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., was in charge of the Democrats, "this was always done in a way where, if you had some of the lower-level nominees in the administration, those were all voted en bloc, they were packaged, they were grouped, they were stacked.""This is the first president in history who, at this point in his presidency, hasnt had at least one nominee clear by unanimous consent or voice vote," he said. "It is unprecedented what theyre doing. Its got to be stopped."TOP SENATE REPUBLICAN READY TO GO NUCLEAR, 'ROLL OVER' DEMOCRATS WITH RULE CHANGE TO CONFIRM TRUMP NOMINEESAnd the number of nominees on the Senates calendar continues to grow, reaching 149 picks awaiting confirmation this week. The goal would be to make that rule change before lawmakers leave town for a week starting Sept. 22.The idea comes from legislation proposed in 2023 by Sens. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., Angus King, I-Maine, and former Sen. Ben Cardin, D-Md. Republicans are eyeing their own spin on it, such as possibly not limiting the number of en bloc nominees in a group or excluding judicial nominees.Republicans would prefer to avoid going nuclear the last time the nuclear option was used was in 2019, when then-Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., lowered debate time on nominees to two hours but they are willing to do so, given that Democrats havent budged on their blockade.They may only be making a public display of resistance, however."Democrats privately support what Republicans are talking about," a senior GOP aide familiar with negotiations told Fox News Digital. "Theyre just too afraid to admit it."Sen. James Lankford, who worked with Thune and Barrasso over the recess to build a consensus on a rule change proposal, told Fox News Digital that his Democratic colleagues acknowledged that theyve "created a precedent that is not sustainable."TRUMP THREATENS LAWSUIT OVER 'BLUE SLIPS' AS TOP GOP SENATOR BUCKS DEMAND TO BEND SENATE RULES FOR NOMINEES"But then they'll say, but my progressive base is screaming at me to fight however I want to. I know I'm damaging the Senate, but I got to show that I'm fighting," the Oklahoma Republican said."We feel stuck, I mean, literally," Lankford continued. "Some of my colleagues have said, We're not the ones going nuclear. They're the ones that are going nuclear."Klobuchar told Fox News Digital that she appreciated the prior work shes done with Lankford on "ways to make the Senate better" but wasnt ready to get behind the GOPs version of her legislation."When I proposed that, it was meant to pass as legislation, which means you would have needed bipartisan votes, and the reason that's not happening right now is because the president keeps flaunting the law," she said.Not every Senate Democrat is on board with the wholesale blockade, however.Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., told Fox News Digital that lawmakers should all behave in a way in which administrations, either Republican or Democratic, get "those basic kinds of considerations" for nominees."That's not the resistance," he said. "I just think that's kind of unhelpful to just move forward. I mean, you can oppose people like the big ones, whether it's [Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.] Kennedy or others."Fox News Digital reached out to Schumers office for comment but did not immediately hear back.

When Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, many experts predicted Kyivs quick fall. When Ukraine pushed back overextended Russian forces, the same experts confidently said that Russias mass a population almost four times larger than Ukraine would certainly grind Ukraine down. Triumph for Putin was inevitable. But, an odd thing happened on the way to Russias victory parade: Ukraine is outfighting Russia.Why is that? A big factor comes out of the grinding trenches of Ukraine, where a Russian war blogger known as "Atomic Cherry" recently laid bare a stark truth about Moscows persistent military woes. As translated and analyzed by an OSINT enthusiast, the blogger laments how Ukraines forces have outmaneuvered Russias rigid, Soviet-style bureaucracy in the drone war.Ukrainian commanders, he notes, have spun up alternative structures to pull resources from the traditional military to innovate rapidly. Meanwhile, Russias monolithic Air Force and Navy fumble with technologies that should be in their wheelhouse, like unmanned aerial vehicles and naval drones. The result? Ukraines loose system fosters flexibility, while Russias top-down control stifles it.AFTER UKRAINES SURPRISE DRONE ASSAULT ON RUSSIA, NEW ATTENTION DRAWN TO SENSITIVE SITES STATESIDEThe blogger doesn't name it, but he's describing the essence of Colonel John Boyds OODA Loop theory Observe, Orient, Decide, Act. This cycle, in which speed in processing information and adapting trumps sheer firepower, has been Americas edge in warfare for decades.I know this firsthand. In 1987, as a 24-year-old Reagan appointee in the Pentagon, I received the full Boyd briefing, alongside two or three other men in a brownstone two blocks east of Union Station in Washington, D.C. Boyd, the maverick fighter pilot turned strategist, hammered home how out-cycling the enemy getting inside their decision loop wins battles. His ideas reshaped U.S. military doctrine, from the Gulf War to today.In Ukraine, this plays out vividly. Russian forces can observe emerging threats, but they then orient slowly, bogged down by layers of approval. Ukrainians, however, decide and act swiftly, often outsourcing innovations to special ops or civilian-military hybrids. This adaptability has turned the tide in key domains from the sea to the air. Ukrainian drone boats have humbled Russias Black Sea Fleet while long-range drones execute devastating deep strikes on Russian refineries and warehouses.The implications for modern warfare are profound, especially as drones and AI supercharge the battlefield. These technologies compress the OODA Loop to seconds, demanding not just superior hardware, but cultures that empower independent command.Here, Malcolm Gladwells insights in "Outliers" and "The Tipping Point" are instructive. Gladwell explores how cultural legacies shape behavior high-power-distance societies like Russia or China prioritize hierarchy, discouraging junior officers from improvising. In contrast, low-power-distance Western cultures, rooted in individualism, encourage initiative. Americas all-volunteer force thrives on this, training NCOs and officers to seize opportunities without waiting for orders from afar.Yet even the West isnt immune to pitfalls. The communications revolution satellites, real-time video feeds has enabled the White House to micromanage commanders, slowing our loop. We saw this in Afghanistan and Iraq, where political second-guessing eroded battlefield agility. President Trump is remedying this by slashing the bloated National Security Council staff, devolving power back to the field. Its a smart move, restoring the decentralized ethos Boyd championed. Lawyers both military and civilian are a problem as well. Victory doesnt emerge from a legal brief and the pace of deliberative law is ill-suited to the battlefield.CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINIONNow, pivot to the big threat: China. Beijing's Peoples Liberation Army mirrors Russias rigidity, with Communist Party oversight ensuring loyalty over innovation. But dont underestimate them. China leads in drone swarms and AI-driven warfare, pouring billions into hypersonics and unmanned systems. In a Taiwan scenario, their massed forces could overwhelm regional defenses. The U.S. must double down on OODA superiority. We must invest in AI that augments human decision-making, not replaces it; increase the pace of exercises emphasizing rapid adaptation and culturally reinforce independent thinking in our ranks.Drones and AI arent just tools theyre force multipliers for the side that cycles fastest. Ukraines success against a larger foe proves it. Against China, well need more than cash, ammunition and spare parts well need Boyds spirit. We must cut the red tape that hampers innovation.The OODA Loop remains America and the Wests secret weapon. As Boyd warned, victory goes to the agile, not the arrogant. In an era of hypersonic threats and autonomous swarms, lets ensure were the ones inside the enemys loop before they get inside ours.

Law enforcement officials are addressing mounting concerns after a series of troubling cases involving criminals impersonating police officers have surfaced, raising alarms about public safety and trust in genuine authority.Ken Alexandrow, a retired Nashville Metropolitan police officer and self-defense trainer, told Fox News Digital that these offenders are using fake badges, uniforms, and even outfitted vehicles with strobe lights purchased online to rob, assault, and extort unsuspecting victims.He warned that although the incidents are relatively isolated, they are deeply damaging to public trust."They see a uniform and immediately associate it with law enforcement," Alexandrow explained. "People dont stop to read the badge. They see authority, and they comply."The most recent incident occurred on Aug. 22 in Texas, when two men allegedly posing as police officers were fatally shot after attempting to gain access to a home.Authorities told FOX 26 Houston that the suspects, wearing masks, bulletproof vests, and badges around their necks, told the homeowner they were serving a warrant. Suspicious after spotting the men through a Ring camera and noting the absence of police vehicles, the residents refused to open the door. Police said the suspects fired into the home, prompting the homeowners to return fire, killing both men.2 MEN CLAIMING TO BE POLICE SHOT, KILLED BY HOMEOWNER, AUTHORITIES SAYLast week in Santa Rosa, California, police arrested a 42-year-old security guard, Peni Cere, accused of sexually assaulting a woman in July after impersonating an officer.Authorities say he threatened the victim, who had been sleeping in her car, with deportation while displaying a badge and claiming to be "police." Fearing immigration consequences, the woman delayed reporting the attack but eventually came forward with a family members encouragement."Based on the boldness of Ceres actions, and the fact he identified himself as police and threatened the victim he would report her to ICE, we believe there may be more unidentified victims who have been too scared to come forward," police said in a news release.In Maryland, 19-year-old Jayden Ballard was charged with impersonating a police officer earlier this month after allegedly gaining access to a marked Maryland State Police vehicle and making fake traffic stops while wearing a uniform.In one of the most shocking cases, a man posing as an officer fatally shot Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband in June, and also wounded State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. The suspect, identified as Vance Luther Boelter, reportedly wore tactical gear and posed as a law enforcement officer while approaching the victims homes.Minnesotas Public Safety Commissioner Bob Jacobson condemned the deception and affirmed how troubling the ambush was. "[The] suspect exploited the trust of our uniforms, what our uniforms are meant to represent," Jacobson previously said. "That betrayal is deeply disturbing to those of us who wear the badge with honor and responsibility."In the wake of these cases, the Arizona Department of Safety, along with Governor Katie Hobb's office, issued a warning last month to urge vigilance."Impersonating a law enforcement officer is a serious crime that undermines public trust and threatens community safety," Colonel Jeffrey Glover, Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety, said in a news release. "Our agency is committed to rigorously investigating and prosecuting anyone who falsely presents themselves as a peace officer."LAW ENFORCEMENT'S RESPONSE TO FATAL SHOOTING OF STATE LAWMAKERS RAISES QUESTIONSGlover added that they will "not tolerate individuals who exploit the authority and image of law enforcement for criminal or deceptive purposes."Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs echoed the warning, stating that "local and state law enforcement have a tough job to do."Impersonating them makes that job even tougher. It puts our officers in harm's way, undermines public trust, and makes our communities less safe," Hobbs said in a statement. "Impersonating a law enforcement officer is a felony in Arizona, and anybody caught doing so will be charged to the fullest extent of the law."According to Alexandrow, much of the gear used in these crimes is easy to obtain.He said uniform shops often sell shirts, boots, and duty belts without scrutiny, while strobe lights can be purchased online. Official badges and patches are supposed to be restricted, but counterfeit versions are readily available.The only items tightly controlled are official patches and law enforcement badges, but counterfeit versions are easily created.DEADLY LAWMAKER AMBUSH IN MINNESOTA RAISES FEARS ABOUT FAKE POLICE OFFICERS KNOCKING ON DOORS"It is not difficult to obtain the clothing, the patches, the badge, the duty belt, the weaponry," Alexandrow said.He added that real patrol vehicles are typically "lit up like a Christmas tree" with 360-degree lighting, while impostors often rely on a single dash light or cheap strobes.Authorities urge anyone who suspects theyve encountered a police impersonator to act cautiously and to contact local law enforcement immediately."The chances are if someone doesnt respond (to dispatch), then you know its not the real police," Alexandrow said.Officials offered guidance to help those who believe they have encountered a law enforcement impersonator:Though cases are not widespread, Alexandrow said the crimes strike at the heart of public safety and worsen already fragile relationships between law enforcement and communities."This doesnt help, thats for sure. Makes it more difficult (to build trust)," he acknowledged.And for those who carry out these schemes, Alexandrow had a blunt warning: "Theyre just making our job that much more difficult. Look out when they get caught."

The South Korean government has reached a deal with the U.S. to secure the release of hundreds of migrant workers detained at a Hyundai automobile factory in Georgia.Homeland Security Investigations said 475 people who were in the country illegally, primarily from South Korea, were arrested as part of the operation at the under-construction battery plant. However, the car company claimed nobody detained was "directly employed" by Hyundai.This is a developing story. Check back soon for updates.

ESPN hosts Nicole Briscoe and Michael Eaves slammed the Philadelphia Phillies fan who demanded a home run ball from a young boy during a game against the Miami Marlins.The incident occurred during Friday nights game between the Phillies and Marlins. Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader hit a solo home run into the stands of loanDepot Park. Phillies fans in the stands made a mad dash for the ball when it appeared a young boy got to the ball first.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMA woman in a Phillies jersey was seen marching over to the boys family and demanding to his father that he give the ball back. The man gave the ball to the irate woman. However, it created a ton of reaction on social media."Oh she went after him," Briscoe said during a "SportsCenter" segment on Friday night. "She is big mad. Like he went into her space to get the ball, but she goes on and on and on. And the dad is immediately is like, Well if it means that much to you, then he takes the ball from his kids glove and goes, Here, you can have it."Eaves appeared to be just as stunned as Briscoe, saying, "Really lady?""Hate to call her a Karen, but. " Briscoe added.Briscoe was in agreement that the woman should feel "terrible" because she took the ball from a kid.The Phillies fan appeared to tell the boys father, "You took it from me."DODGERS LOSE NO-HITTER WITH 2 OUTS IN 9TH INNING AGAINST ORIOLES, TEAM LOSES AFTER BULLPEN MELTS DOWN"That was in my hands," the woman repeated.Later in the game, the young fan was approached by aMarlins stafferat loanDepot Park, who handed him a gift bag."This is for you. Im so sorry," the staffer could be heard saying in a video shared on social media.In the end, the young fan walked away with a souvenir of his own.The Phillies shared photos on social media of Bader meeting with the fan and handing him a signed bat.The man who gave the ball to the irate woman was identified as Drew Feltwell. He explained to a local station that he "pretty much just wanted her to go away."He said the woman came up to him and demanded the ball."I dont even remember what she said, it was, you know, a lot of eyes on us by that time and the ball was already in his glove and she just wouldnt stop and I mean, Im literally leaning back as shes in my face yelling and yelling and I pretty much just wanted her to go away because I had a fork in the road: either do something I was probably going to regret or be dad and show him how to deescalate the situation so thats where I went," he told NBC Philadelphia.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.

Settlement talks between the Trump administration and Harvard University have stalled, according to a report from The New York Times published Saturday."The White House has not issued any new demands to Harvard as part of a potential deal to restore billions of dollars in research funding and end a crush of federal investigations. But the steady back-and-forth that characterized earlier talks has significantly slowed in recent weeks," The Times reported."One major reason is an emerging divide within the administration between aides eager to deliver President Trump a political victory by announcing a deal and those who contend the current framework is too favorable to Harvard. Some Trump advisors argue that one way to strengthen the agreement would be to subject Harvard to an independent monitor who would ensure compliance. Harvard has consistently opposed that idea."US BLOCKS TRUMP ATTEMPT TO FREEZE MORE THAN $2 BILLION IN HARVARD FUNDSEarlier this year, the Trump administration froze $2.2 billion in funding to the university and threatened to revoke its tax-exempt status due to the Ivy League school's alleged failure to address antisemitism on campus.The Department of Educations Task Force to Combat Antisemitism announced on May 13 it was cutting $450 million in grants, stating Harvard has "repeatedly failed to confront the pervasive race discrimination and antisemitic harassment plaguing its campus," in the wake of the Hamas terrorist attack against Israel on Oct. 7, 2023.Harvard successfully challenged the freeze in court, with Judge Allison D. Burroughs issuing a sharp ruling against the administration on Wednesday, accusing it of weaponizing antisemitism as a pretext for an "ideologically motivated assault" on the university.HARVARD WEIGHS HOW TO STRIKE DEAL WITH TRUMP ADMIN WITHOUT LOOKING LIKE IT CAVED: REPORTAccording to the Times, the slowdown in talks also reflects the administration adjusting to the departure of May Mailman, the White House senior policy strategist who played a key role in orchestrating pressure against several Ivy League universities.The Trump administration and Harvard nearly reached a settlement last month. The framework called for Harvard to spend $500 million on workforce programs in exchange for the restoration of billions in federal funding."We want nothing less than $500 million from Harvard. Theyve been very bad. Dont negotiate," Trump told Education Secretary Linda McMahon last week.CLICK HERE FOR MORE COVERAGE OF MEDIA AND CULTUREThe Times reported that some officials in the Trump administration are pushing for additional concessions from Harvard before a deal is made."Such a scenario has spooked some aides, who are worried about any response that overshadows the $500 million price tag that remains a top priority for the president," The Times claimed.A White House official told the Times that discussions were ongoing among Trump and his advisors over a settlement that would "change the course of higher education in this country." Harvard declined to comment.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPFox News Digital reached out to the White House and Harvard for additional comment.Fox News' Joshua Q. Nelson contributed to this report.

Archaeologists in Israel have uncovered a 1,600-year-old Christian care facility for the elderly a remarkable find that may be the worlds oldest nursing home.The news, reported by Israel's news agency TPS-IL, was announced by the University of Haifa on Aug. 18.The care facility was found in the ruins of the ancient city of Hippos near the Sea of Galilee. The Christian city was a significant bishop's seat in the region during the Byzantine era.LUXURIOUS 1,700-YEAR-OLD ROMAN BATHHOUSE UNEARTHED BY ARCHAEOLOGISTS AFTER SURPRISE DISCOVERYWhile excavating the ruins, archaeologists from the University of Haifa's Zinman Institute of Archaeology were struck by a floor design at the entrance of an ancient building.The mosaic's message read, "Peace be with the elders," in Koine Greek. It was found around 320 feet from Hippos' central plaza, inside one of the city's residential blocks.Dating back to the fourth or fifth century A.D., archaeologists are convinced that the building was a designated facility for older residents.Some sources from the fifth and sixth centuries record the existence of elderly care facilities, making the discovery unique but not entirely without precedent. The inscription may also be the first physical evidence of such an institution.ANCIENT CHRISTIAN TOMB COMPLEX REVEALED BENEATH RUBBLE FROM SYRIA'S CIVIL WARResearchers posit that the message was intentionally placed at the entrance of the building, in order to designate its purpose to elderly residents and visitors.The symbols on the mosaic cyrpress trees, fruit and Egyptian geese also complement the Greek text, with researchers interpreting them as deliberate choices.For example, cypress trees were associated with everlasting life, while fruits symbolized abundance and eternal life. Egyptian geese, on the other hand, often represented blessed souls in ancient iconography.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTERDirectly referencing elders in such a manner is exceptionally rare in ancient inscriptions, underscoring the significance of the find.In a statement, Michael Eisenberg, Ph.D., said that the mosaic "offers a tangible, dated, and clear indication of an institution designed for the elderly.""This is living proof that care and concern for the elderly are not just a modern idea, but were part of social institutions and concepts as far back as about 1,600 years ago," Eisenberg observed, according to TPS-IL.For more Lifestyle articles, visit foxnews.com/lifestyleHe added, "It shows that Byzantine society established not only religious centers but also places dedicated to dignity and care for its seniors."The research team, which published its findings in the Journal of Papyrology and Epigraphy, stressed that the discovery offers "a rare glimpse into the daily lives of older people in antiquity.""This was a communal and spiritual institution integrated into the fabric of city life and reflecting the social values of the period," the researchers said in a statement, as TPS-IL noted."It may provide one of the earliest material testimonies in the Holy Land, showing how the Christian community began assuming responsibilities for care that had previously been handled by family networks alone."

Country music is rooted in Americana, with heartfelt stories of small-town life highlighting a focus on family, faith and fun.The genre, which dates back to the early 1920s, is now reaching new heights of popularity, and longtime music staple MTV is finally recognizing its strength in the industry with the first best country Video Music Award.The VMAs included six country music videos in the newly established category, with Jelly Roll, Morgan Wallen and Lainey Wilson receiving credit for helping the genre pick up steam among newer generations of listeners. Country music's incredible evolution is "impossible to ignore," according to Adrienne Uthe, founder of Kronus Communications.POST MALONE FINDS HIS COUNTRY RHYTHM IN UTAH WITH HORSES, FLY FISHING, AND GOING NAKED IN THE WOODS"The genre has become a cultural staple, which is why MTV is finally recognizing it with the best country VMA, 40 years after the first VMAs,"Uthe told Fox News Digital. "This is largely due to its increased mainstream appeal."Artists who were once known for different genres, like Post Malone, are now transitioning to country. Their notoriety brings a new, massive audience to the genre, making it impossible for mainstream media to overlook."Uthe added, "While some old-school country fans might not love this dilution, it has undeniably placed the genre on the world's biggest stage.It has also helped shine a light on incredible artists like Jelly Roll.The top country hits have infiltrated pop culture and are played everywhere. I mean, Shaboozey's A Bar Song was definitelythesong of last summer and was playing everywhere."LIKE WHAT YOURE READING? CLICK HERE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSA number of country artists received VMAs nominations, with Chris Stapleton, Megan Moroney, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Morgan Wallen, Cody Johnson and Carrie Underwood vying for the inaugural best country VMA.In addition, Wallen was recognized in the Artist of the Year category, while Post Malone received a nomination for his collaboration with Blake Shelton.Country music isn't a new sound by any means, and hundreds of artists have helped contribute to making the genre what it is today."The rise in the genre's popularity is a testament to both its OGs and its newbies," Uthe said. "Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney are still active and looking amazing while doing it. McGraw, in particular, has transitioned into acting and producing, which keeps the country legacy alive."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER"And we can't forget Dolly Parton, who has never wavered in her commitment to her fans. She continues to make appearances, bringing nothing but joy to the people around her."Artists including Kacey Musgraves have "helped expand the genre's reach beyond its traditional fanbase," Uthe noted before adding that new faces are "vital for pollinating the genre and bringing people back to country as a whole."Ryan McCormick, Managing Partner of Goldman McCormick PR, noted that Jimmie Rodgers was widely regarded as "The Father of Country Music.""Other artists like Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, Jelly Roll, and Morgan Wallen (Spotify's No. 1 most-listened to country artist in 2025 with over 41 million monthly listeners) have all contributed to the growth and wider appeal of country music," McCormick said."It appears as though country music has captured the hearts of Gen Z and millennials who, according to Live Nation, make up 63% of today's country fan base. Country Music Industry Statistics stated that approximately 70% of country music concert attendees are aged between 25-54. Social media seems to also have played a huge role as country music videos on TikTok have gotten over two billion views in 2023 alone."While some old-school country fans may not be so ready to embrace an updated version of the genre they fell in love with, Uthe explained that country pop has helped bring music to the masses."The genre now resonates with a wider demographic than ever before because it's everywhere in commercials, ads and all over social media," Uthe said. "You simply can't escape it."

In late August, the government of Australia announced it had hard evidence that the Islamic Republican Guard Corps (IRGC) was responsible for domestic antisemitic incidents after the October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel, and the Iranian ambassador would be expelled the first such expulsion since World War II.On the surface, this makes no sense. If, as the official legacy media narrative contends, October 7 was an outburst by some desperate Palestinians radicalized by the Israeli occupation of their land, why would the Iranian regime be trying to foment violence against Jews some 7,600 miles away?The grim answer is that October 7 was only a symptom of theantisemitism that has been growing for some 20 years. It simply revealed itself after the attacks.AUSTRALIA BOOTS IRANIAN DIPLOMATS AFTER ALLEGING ISLAMIC REPUBLIC BEHIND RECENT ANTISEMITIC ATTACKSThe fundamental bigotry that is Jew-hatred has not significantly changed over the millennia, but this manifestation wears a different face. The antisemitism of the Spanish Inquisition was religious; that of the Third Reich, racial. This version is civilizational.The goal of modern antisemitism is to eradicate Western civilization, as we understand it, by eradicating Jews. Recognition that this threat extends far beyond the borders of modern Israel is why The Heritage Foundation launched Project Esther last year to combat antisemitism here in America, now in support of the robust initiatives of President Donald Trump and his administration.ANTISEMITIC ATTACKERS VIOLENTLY TARGET SYNAGOGUE, ISRAELI RESTAURANT IN AUSTRALIASince its inception in 1979, the Islamic Republic of Iran has been the primary force behind this effort. Its stated objective is the elimination of Israel (the little Satan) followed by the United States (the great Satan). In this world view, both Satans represent an insufferable blasphemy that cannot be accommodated or tolerated, but must be destroyed.From the emergence of their regional proxies Hamas and Hezbollah in the 1980s, to their deployment to plot terrorist attacks from Gaza to Beirut to Buenos Aires, to the clandestine development of a nuclear program to provide them with ever more powerful weapons, Tehran has poured precious resources into projects that only exist to target Israel and the United States as well as partners and allies such as Australia.No degree of sympathy for the Palestinians can offset this reality. Many in America and even Israel, not to mention Australia, consider themselves strong supporters of the Palestinian cause. But this jihad isnt actually about the Palestinians. Their adherents are only "useful idiots" in the real battle to destroy the civilization that inspired all three countries.For months, demonstrations in support of the Palestinian cause have become a fixture in Australian and American cities and campuses, despite both countries having small Muslim populations located thousands of miles from the Middle East. Their apologists insist they are "mostly peaceful" political protests expressing opposition to the Netanyahu government in Israel.The supposed nobility of this cause justifies in their minds any aberrational violence from Oct. 7 to attacks on Jewish students in New York City, to Jews set on fire in Boulder, Colorado, to the destruction of a kosher food company in Sydney, to the arson attack on Melbournes oldest synagogue while worshipers were inside.CLICK HERE FOR MORE FOX NEWS OPINIONThe alleged nobility of this cause justifies in their minds any aberrational violence starting with October 7, but also including attacks on Jewish students at their colleges in New York City, Jews set on fire in Boulder, Colo., the destruction of a kosher food company in Sydney, and the arson attack on the oldest synagogue in Melbourne while worshippers were inside.None of these incidents had anything to do with Israel or the war in Gaza, but rather with targeting Jews wherever they might be found, regardless of their nationality. And now the Australian government admits this activity is not spontaneous but coordinated by the Iranian military, just as the Oct. 7 attacks were.Presumably Canberra did not act lightly, any more than the Biden administration did when it admitted in July 2024 that Iranians had been funding protests on American campuses. Both governments bent over backward to create a moral equivalency between Israel and the Palestinians after Oct. 7, primarily by insisting Israel exercise restraint and take extraordinary measures to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. Rather than treating Hamas as a proxy of a common enemy, they tried to elevate the terrorist group into a negotiating partner for hostage releases.In early August, tens of thousands of Australians poured across the Sydney Harbor Bridge in the so-called "March for Humanity" demanding the end to the war in Gaza and the creation of a Palestinian state. Just a few days later, the Australian government announced its intent to recognize this state at the United Nations General Assembly in September.But all this appeasement turned out to be in vain, because again the Palestinians are not the point and never were. They are an Iranian vehicle to gain traction in the strongholds of the West vibrant democracies such as America, Australia and Israel and destroy them from within by encouraging the ancient hatred that is antisemitism.CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM VICTORIA COATES

Oregon State Beavers head coach Trent Bray was extremely upset with his special teams unit at halftime of their 36-27 loss to Fresno State on Saturday.Beavers punter AJ Winsor mishandled a snap in the second quarter and kicked the ball as it dribbled across the field. Fresno State returner Jaden Carrillo picked up the bouncing ball and ran for a 42-yard touchdown with just under a minute to play in the first half.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMCarrillos score put Fresno State up 20-15. The CWs Nigel Burton caught up with Baray before he went into the locker room and used an expletive to chide his players."Were fine. Weve allowed ourselves to create their success," Bray said. "Both in special teams, f---ing joke, and in big plays on defense. Two long runs for touchdowns that shouldnt exist. They did nothing to harm us. We gotta stop killing ourselves.FLORIDA DEFENSIVE LINEMAN EJECTED FOR SPITTING ON PLAYER DURING OPPONENT'S GAME-WINNING DRIVEOregon State used an 18-play, 11-minute drive to go up one point in the third quarter. But the Beavers next two possessions resulted in a turnover on downs and a missed field goal. Oregon State scored again with 1:14 left in the game but allowed a field goal on Fresno States next drive.The Beavers game ended on an interception on the final drive. Oregon State fell to 0-2 on the year.Fresno State scored 16 points in the fourth quarter to win the game. The Bulldogs improved to 2-1 on the season.Follow Fox News Digitalssports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.