Policy & Law

Democrats Lose Patience With Embattled DNC Chair Ken Martin

Some in the party say leadership turmoil is creating an unwelcome distraction as Democrats seek to flip control of Congress this fall.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

NewsNation to Host Town Hall on Future of Technology as AI Concerns Grow

The Tuesday event moderated by Chris Cuomo will feature conversations with innovators, tech leaders, and scientists about how advancing technology will reshape society.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Democrats Still Grappling With Sanders' Political Legacy As Progressive Agenda Faces Obstacles

The Vermont senator's two presidential runs reshaped Democratic Party priorities, but critics say few of his signature policies have become law.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Lindsey Graham's Final Mission Nears Finish Line as World Leaders Gather to Honor Him

The sanctions package bearing his name could reach a key Senate vote Tuesday night, hours after memorial services at the Capitol and National Cathedral.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Senator Paul Releases Dr. Fauci Diary Detailing Private Views During Pandemic Response

The 1,100 pages of entries from late 2019 through December 2022 reveal private assessments that sometimes differed from public statements on COVID-19 origins and policy.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 5 min read
Policy & Law

The DSA Accountability Machine Stops at First Class

The left-wing organization's enforcement mechanisms apply unevenly to members based on their political value, analysis of recent votes shows.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

9/11 Families Push to Ban Mayor Mamdani From 25th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony

Families of victims have organized a Change.org petition citing concerns about the mayor's associations and his father's controversial post-9/11 writings.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

French Firefighters Battle Massive Wildfire Near Bordeaux as Europe Faces Widespread Blazes

The wildfire has burned an area four times the size of Paris, forced more than 200,000 people to flee, and prompted international assistance from around a dozen countries.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Platner Energized Maine's Democrats. Jackson's Challenge Will Be to Keep Them Engaged

The transition from an energizing figure like Platner to a successor like Jackson presents common challenges for state party organizations seeking sustained voter enthusiasm.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Stevens to El-Sayed: 'Thank You for Clarifying That You Didn't Call Me an Ogre' → 'Stevens to El-Sayed: Thank You for Clarifying that You Didn't Call Me an Ogre'

The Michigan Democratic Senate primary debate featured a clash over national political ambitions versus focus on state-level policy.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 4 min read