Policy & Law

Lawmakers Split on U.S. Disaster Aid Role as Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 132

Congressional debate intensifies over foreign emergency assistance mechanisms, with progressives pushing for swift aid and conservatives demanding oversight reforms.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez Announces She Is Freezing Her Eggs, Calls Decision 'Privileged'

The New York Democrat previously faced criticism for comments suggesting young people should question having children in the context of climate concerns.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Democrat AGs Should Lose Fight to Keep CNN Leftist

RealClearPolitics Opinion Column Argues State Attorneys General Overreach in Bid to Restrict News Network's Political Labeling

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Fauci Made Mistakes, But His Persecution Is a Travesty

The former NIAID director faces continued scrutiny from Republican lawmakers who say he overstepped his authority during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Wisconsin Official at Center of Zuckbucks Scandal Resigns

The resignation comes after scrutiny over grants distributed to election offices during the 2020 cycle, a program that drew bipartisan criticism in Wisconsin and nationally.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

What Do Young People Really Want? The Suburbs

Analysis suggests shifting preferences among younger Americans may reshape suburban development patterns and housing policy debates.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Dashcam Video Shows Lorry Striking New York Bridge Overpass

The incident, captured on dashcam, is under investigation by transportation officials who are reviewing bridge height clearance standards.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 10, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Dem Gov Maura Healey Signs Sweeping Massachusetts Bill Allowing Abortions up to Birth

The Prioritizing Patient Access to Care Act removes the state's previous 24-week gestational limit, making Massachusetts the 10th state without abortion time restrictions.

By James Callahan · Monday, August 10, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

State Voting Officials Join CISA Security Call With Election 85 Days Away

The briefing, hosted by the National Association of Secretaries of State, included CISA's acting director and addressed foreign influence threats, but drew skepticism from some state officials.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, August 10, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

July Was Hottest Month on Record in Contiguous US: NOAA

Average temperature of 76.9°F surpassed previous records set during Dust Bowl-era heat waves, federal agency reports.

By James Callahan · Monday, August 10, 2026 · 3 min read