Policy & Law

Nebraska Should Support the Democrat Whose Win Won't Erase Its 'Blue Dot' Concerns

The state's 2nd Congressional District remains the last competitive Democratic stronghold in a heavily Republican state, and observers say its future hangs on upcoming elections.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Secret Service in Line of Fire at WHCA Shooting Still Unpaid Amid DHS Funding Stalemate

One Secret Service agent was struck in protective gear during Saturday's shooting near President Trump, highlighting resource concerns during a 60-day congressional standoff over Department of Homeland Security funding.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Steak 'n Shake Hires First MAHA Officer to Overhaul Ingredients Across Menu

Michael Boes, who previously served as senior adviser at HHS under RFK Jr., says goal is returning menu to 'real food' with pronounceable ingredients.

By Diane Park · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Suspected White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooter Shared Posts Urging Transgender People to Buy Guns

Cole Tomas Allen allegedly posted warnings about potential DOJ restrictions on transgender gun ownership days before his arrest near the event.

By James Callahan · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

They Said a 3D Printer Would Bring Housing to This Town. It Was Yet Another Broken Promise.

The $1.1 million Cairo, Illinois project produced only one unfinished duplex before walls cracked and an FBI investigation followed.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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WHCA President Thanks Law Enforcement After Saturday's Shooting At Washington Hilton

Weijia Jiang praised officers for helping escort journalists, administration officials to safety during dinner event.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

World Leaders Condemn Violence, Offer Support After WHCA Dinner Shooting Incident

Leaders from India, Germany, NATO, Australia, Canada, EU and others expressed relief that President Trump and the first lady were unharmed.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Wyoming Court Blocks Fetal Heartbeat Abortion Law Pending Legal Challenge

Judge Dan Forgey grants temporary injunction, saying plaintiffs showed probable success under the state constitution's healthcare autonomy protections.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Candidates, Election Officials in Limbo as Florida Weighs New Congressional Map

With proposed district lines not yet public and a June 12 filing deadline approaching, incumbents face uncertainty over their political futures.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

King's US Visit Will Go Ahead as Planned Despite Security Concerns

Buckingham Palace confirms the state visit will proceed after shooting incident at White House Correspondents' Dinner prompted talks about security arrangements.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read