Policy & Law

In Georgia's Capitol, Republicans' Redistricting Session to Begin Without Maps

Gov. Brian Kemp has called a special session following the Supreme Court's Louisiana v. Callais ruling that struck down racial gerrymandering provisions of the Voting Rights Act.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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Dems Pick Potential Successor to DC's Congressional Delegate After Decades-Long Incumbency

Robert White Jr. won the Democratic primary for Eleanor Holmes Norton's non-voting House seat, which she held for 18 terms spanning roughly 35 years.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Ian McKellen Says He Yelled 'Mar-a-Lago!' While Filming Avengers: Doomsday Destruction Scene

The veteran actor described the moment directors told him to appear more furious while playing Magneto destroying New Jersey.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 3 min read
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White Wins D.C. Delegate Primary, Set to Succeed Holmes Norton After 18 Terms

The at-large D.C. City Council member raised record funds for the crowded Democratic primary and faces a near-certain victory in November.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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Judge Upholds Wisconsin Judge's Conviction for Helping Immigrant Evade ICE

Former Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan faces up to five years in prison after being found guilty of obstruction charges in a case that tested the boundaries of judicial conduct during immigration enforcement.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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DOJ Accuses New York State of Facilitating Fraud in $10 Billion Medicaid Program

The civil lawsuit, filed in Brooklyn federal court, alleges a sham bidding process allowed Georgia-based Public Partnerships LLC to exploit home care services for disabled patients.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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Almost Half in New Poll Don't Consider Themselves Democrats or Republicans

The CNN survey finds the share of independents and those identifying outside major parties has grown from 44% to 47% over the past year.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · 3 min read
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Pence Tells Lame-Duck Republicans to Follow Their Conscience on Trump Agenda

Former vice president, promoting his new book, says departing lawmakers will 'do what they believe is right for the country' as intraparty tensions simmer.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, June 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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Newsom Says He Is Under Investigation by Trump Administration, Sparking 2028 Speculation

California governor's claim comes as Democrats actively search for a candidate to unify the party after the party's recent electoral losses.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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Luigi Mangione Legal Defense Fund Surpasses $1.5 Million in Donations Ahead of Trial

The crowdfunding total comes from over 40,000 donors with a median contribution of $15, as the accused killer of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson prepares for pretrial hearings.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, June 16, 2026 · 3 min read