Policy & Law

Vice President Vance Says Migrant Communities Show 'Clear Pattern' in Federal Fraud as Investigations Widen

The Trump administration's fraud task force, led by the vice president, says it has uncovered roughly $230 billion in fraudulent claims and halted $55 billion in payments.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Former Jill Biden Press Secretary Breaks With Party To Oppose Abdul El-Sayed In Michigan Senate Race

Michael LaRosa cited the Democratic candidate's refusal to distance himself from streamer Hasan Piker, who made remarks about the September 11 attacks.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

AOC Declines to Endorse Hong in Wisconsin Governor's Race, Cites Focus on Congressional Recapture

The New York Democrat says her priority is winning back the House and Senate rather than weighing in on state-level primaries.

By Diane Park · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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Ocasio-Cortez Says New Age Progressives 'Answer to No Master'

The New York congresswoman voiced support for insurgent progressive candidates within the Democratic Party during a recent appearance.

By James Callahan · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Supreme Court Rulings Create Dual Standards for Agency Accountability

One decision affirmed presidential authority over independent agencies while another protected Federal Reserve autonomy, raising questions about consistency in democratic oversight.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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Man Arrested After Boat Capsizes Near Statue of Liberty, Killing Woman and Infant

The incident occurred in New York Harbor near the iconic landmark; authorities say a man has been taken into custody as investigations continue.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Hassett Says Fuel Prices 'Still Higher Than We Would Like' Amid Iran Conflict

National Economic Council director says steps have been taken to prepare for price drops once Gulf tensions ease.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Congressional Oversight Debates Revive Watergate-Era Reform Legacy as Nation Marks 250th Anniversary

Fifty years after the Watergate scandal prompted landmark ethics and oversight legislation, some argue those reforms face new tests; others say they remain robust.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Commentators Renew Focus on Watergate-Era Congressional Reforms as Oversight Questions Persist

As Congress grapples with debates over executive branch oversight, some argue the reforms of the 1970s remain essential bulwarks against presidential abuse.

By James Callahan · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Abdul El-Sayed Says He Spoke With Obama After Primary Win, Hopes Former President Will Campaign for Him

The progressive candidate is seeking high-profile Democratic backing as he moves toward the general election in his state legislative race.

By James Callahan · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read