John Ransom

John Ransom is a senior contributor at The Lion, having been for many years a national political writer and editor whose work has appeared in The Epoch Times, at Townhall.com, Newsmax, the Daily…

Government
At 6 months, MAHA is leading, America is following

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has undertaken the most sweeping reforms on food and health since the 1970s. In six months, he’s implemented his Make America… Read More

July 22, 2025
Government
Trump administration releases thousands of Martin Luther King assassination files

The Trump administration has released over 230,000 files from the National Archives relating to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  Still, historians are warning not to expect any… Read More

July 22, 2025
World
Israel launches Syria strike to defend Druze communities as U.S. brokers ceasefire

Israel has conducted multiple airstrikes on Syrian military positions, citing the protection of Druze communities in Syria as its rationale. The attacks come as the U.S. announced a ceasefire in… Read More

July 17, 2025
Culture
Southwest bungles ‘pay for bags’ implementation, blames Christian group for St. Louis delays

Hours-long delays on Sunday have led travelers to blast Southwest Airlines for issues at St. Louis’ Lambert International Airport, where lines to check baggage stretched outside to the highway. “It… Read More

July 16, 2025
Opinion
Elon’s ‘pie in the sky’ party idea lacks guts; Key to balanced budget is GDP growth 

Elon Musk has threatened to use a third political party called the American Party in order to cut government spending. The new party’s creation stems from outrage Elon says is… Read More

July 15, 2025