Policy & Law

Proposal to Place Revolutionary-Era Woman on $250 Bill Divides Lawmakers and Historians

The debate over commemorative currency for the nation's 250th anniversary raises questions about historical representation and federal legislation.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Professor Amos Guiora Explores Holocaust Enablers Through Grandfather's Recovered Talmud Volumes

University of Utah law professor announces forthcoming book examining accountability for bystanders and enablers during the Holocaust, drawing on personal family history.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Thune on Pulte DNI Pick: 'We Don't Need a Weaponized' Intelligence Chief

The South Dakota Republican acknowledged concerns about Bill Pulte's lack of intelligence experience as acting director of national intelligence.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 3 min read
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Mullin Says He Can Still Initiate Plan to Pull CBP Officers From Airports but Sees 'No Need' in Newark

The Homeland Security secretary said he would use customs officers for perimeter security outside ICE facilities if local law enforcement cannot respond to protests.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
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FBI Arrests Man After Video Shows Threat Against ICE Officer's Family Outside Newark Detention Facility

Nicholas Matthew Scelfo, 27, of Brooklyn was charged with threatening a federal officer and could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
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Sanders Stands by Graham Platner Endorsement Amid Texting Report

The Vermont senator said he would not reconsider his support for the Maine Senate candidate despite reports of explicit messages to women.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
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Texas Man Charged With Terroristic Threat After Alleged Bombing Threats Against TPUSA Event, Erika Kirk

Jacob Wenske, 26, spent months posting anti-MAGA content and mocking Erika Kirk online before allegedly threatening the Women's Leadership Summit in San Antonio.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
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Sanders Stands By Platner Despite Growing Scandal Pileup, Citing Billionaire Opposition

The Vermont senator argues that $90 million in outside spending against the Maine Democrat is proof he's fighting the right battles.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Johnson Navigates Packed Legislative Agenda as Republicans Return to Washington

Speaker faces FISA deadline, immigration funding battles, and a potential war powers vote that could expose GOP divisions just five months before midterms.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Wisconsin Democratic Challenger Cooke Highlights Union Endorsement as CDL Policy Debate Intensifies

AFSCME has sued the Trump administration over federal requirements to verify lawful immigration status for commercial driver's licenses.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, June 2, 2026 · 3 min read