Policy & Law

Trump Criticizes CBS News Correspondent O’Donnell for Reading Suspected Gunman’s Manifesto in ‘60 Minutes’ Interview

The president called Norah O’Donnell ‘disgraceful’ after she read portions of the suspected shooter’s written statements during an interview about Saturday’s WHCA dinner incident.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Two Former Israeli Prime Ministers Join Forces Against Netanyahu in Upcoming Elections

The political alliance marks a rare show of unity among former rivals, though details about their platform remain limited.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Another Judicial Panel Rejects Challenge to Wisconsin Congressional Map

The three-judge panel ruled it lacks authority because a 2022 Wisconsin Supreme Court decision deemed partisan composition of districts a non-justiciable political question.

By James Callahan · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Sanders' Capitol Hill AI Panel With Chinese Officials Draws Bipartisan Criticism

The Vermont independent's event with Xue Lan and Zeng Yi, both tied to CCP-backed governance bodies, comes as Sanders also backs legislation that critics say would hamper U.S. AI competitiveness.

By James Callahan · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Some Connecticut Towing Companies Are Ignoring New Law Aimed at Helping Low-Income Residents

The October 2025 law requires notice before towing, after-hours retrieval and credit card acceptance, but reports indicate compliance is inconsistent across the state.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Thousands of Appalachian Voters Flip from Democrat to Republican, Narrowing Registration Lead

West Virginia has seen 68,235 voters change party affiliation since January 2024, with more than 16,000 switching directly from Democratic to Republican registration ahead of the state's May 12 primary.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Ilhan Omar Faces Criticism for 'World War Eleven' Misstatement in Resurfaced Video

The Minnesota Democrat said she misspoke during remarks on immigration legislation, quickly correcting herself to say 'World War II.'

By James Callahan · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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WHCD Shooting Suspect Identified; Sister's Journalism Career Draws Attention

Cole Thomas Allen, 31, was apprehended before reaching the ballroom at Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner; his sister has worked at Texas Tribune, CalMatters, and Pew Research Center.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Who Are The Wide Awakes? What We Know About Group Tied to Cole Allen

The 31-year-old California teacher faces federal charges after allegedly shooting a law enforcement agent at the WHCA dinner.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Elon Musk v. Sam Altman: Federal Trial Begins as Billionaires Clash Over OpenAI's Future

Musk alleges he was swindled out of millions and that OpenAI abandoned its non-profit mission; Altman calls the suit jealousy-driven

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 5 min read