Policy & Law

Kennedy Says He'd Exclude Jan. 6 Rioters from Anti-Weaponization Fund Bill

The Louisiana Republican drew a line on which defendants should receive federal support under the proposed legislation.

By Diane Park · Sunday, August 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Harris Cites JFK, Obama Among 'Most Effective' Presidents, Omitting Biden

The former vice president's answer at the National Urban League Conference drew attention given her four years in Biden's administration.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 2, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Hunter Biden Claims Under Oath That Family Is Broke Amid Fight Over $17M Legal Bill

Deposition transcript shows Hunter Biden says he owns no car, phone, or savings as law firm seeks unpaid fees.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

California GOP Makes Voter ID Ballot Measure Centerpiece of 2026 Midterm Strategy

Proposition 39 would require identification to vote as the party seeks to capitalize on frustration over affordability, education, and delayed election results.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Spain Calls Some EU Members' Response to Migrant Crossings 'Selfish'

The criticism targets European capitals Madrid says are refusing a fair share of responsibility for migrants arriving by sea.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Tuesday Referendum Tests GOP Push to Restrict Citizen-Led Ballot Initiatives

Twenty-four states allow citizen initiatives; the vote comes after several GOP-led legislatures moved to raise passage thresholds or add signature hurdles.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Kamala Harris Endorses Major Changes to Supreme Court, Electoral College

The former vice president also floated Puerto Rico statehood as she weighs a potential 2028 presidential bid.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Spain to Put Containment Fence on Ceuta's Border With Morocco After Frontier Rush That Killed 67

Madrid installs a 500-meter sea barrier after at least 67 die in mass crossing; EU leaders urge coordinated response.

By James Callahan · Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

John Cleese Says He's 'a Culturalist,' Not Racist, Amid UK Immigration Debate

The Monty Python co-founder has backed Restore Britain, a party focused on ending mass immigration and what it calls 'the relentless creep of radical Islam.'

By James Callahan · Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Staff Sgt. Rampersad, 28, Who Always Knew She Wanted to Serve, Laid to Rest

The service member was laid to rest following her death connected to US military activity involving Iran, according to NPR.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 3 min read