Policy & Law

US Sea Drone Used in First Known Unmanned Rescue Mission After Apache Helicopter Downed Near Oman

The Corsair vessel, operated by Task Force 59 and manufactured by Texas-based Saronic, recovered two soldiers within approximately two hours of the shootdown near the Strait of Hormuz.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Texas Outpaces Nation in Population Growth While Economic Output Per Resident Climbs

The Lone Star State added nearly 419,000 residents last year and generated about $91,500 in economic output per capita as growth outpaced the national average.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Democrats Reluctantly Accept Platner as GOP Wields His Candidacy Against Them

Senate Minority Leader Schumer and Sen. Gillibrand waited until the 80th word of their 89-word joint statement before mentioning Graham Platner's name, an unusual delay that underscored Democratic hesitation about his candidacy.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 3 min read
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Kornacki: Graham Platner's Primary Win Margins 'A Sign of Strength' Amid Controversies

NBC political analyst Steve Kornacki examines the Maine Democrat's primary results as party members weigh concerns about past scandals.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 3 min read
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James Gallagher Sworn Into Congress, Expanding GOP House Majority

The California Republican fills the seat left vacant by Rep. Doug LaMalfa's death in January, bringing the GOP majority to 218 votes.

By James Callahan · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Nevada Governor's Race Set as Lombardo Seeks Second Term Against Ford

The matchup between Nevada's Republican incumbent and Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford is expected to be among the most competitive gubernatorial contests in the country this fall.

By Diane Park · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Nevada Governor's Race Set as One of Nation's Most Competitive Contests This Fall

Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo faces Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford in November, with both parties expecting Democrats to perform well nationwide.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Scott Jennings Says Universal Mail-In Voting Is Eroding Trust in U.S. Elections After LA Mayoral Race Reversal

Conservative commentator argues that widespread mail-in balloting, as practiced in California and a few other states, raises legitimate questions about ballot integrity.

By James Callahan · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Brad Lander Faces Trial in New York Over September Arrest at ICE Facility

The former NYC comptroller, now a congressional candidate, is fighting misdemeanor charges stemming from his protest arrest at an immigration holding facility.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Hegseth Tells Troops at Guantanamo Bay US Will Be Prepared for Any Contingency in Cuba

The Defense Secretary's visit follows a fuel blockade, Raúl Castro's indictment on murder charges, and Trump's suggestions of a possible military invasion.

By James Callahan · Thursday, June 11, 2026 · 3 min read