Policy & Law

NYC GOP Hopeful Says Mamdani 'Running City Into the Ground' as Taxes, Crime Fears Fuel Backlash

Caroline Shinkle, running in New York's deep-blue 12th District to replace retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler, says conservative principles are needed to reverse the city's decline.

By Diane Park · Saturday, May 23, 2026 · 4 min read
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As Voters Prioritize Cost of Living, Democrats Evolve Abortion Messaging in Midterm Races

Campaign ad spending on abortion has dropped nearly fourfold since January compared to the same period in 2024, as economic concerns dominate voter priorities.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, May 23, 2026 · 3 min read
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Ex-Proud Boys Leader Enrique Tarrio Says He Believes He's Owed Tens of Millions From DOJ Fund

The $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund has drawn criticism from Capitol police officers who sued over concerns rioters could benefit, while Senate Republicans stalled unrelated legislation in response.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 5 min read
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Pentagon Releases Second Tranche of UAP Videos Including Fighter Jet Shootdown Over Lake Huron

The footage, ordered declassified by President Trump, includes objects near a submarine and Columbus, Ohio, as the Department of War says it cannot make definitive determinations on their nature.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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Congress Questions DOJ's $1.7B Compensation Fund Created Without Lawmaker Approval

Republican and Democratic lawmakers are raising concerns about how the settlement fund was established and who qualifies for payments.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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Tulsi Gabbard To Release Investigation Findings Before Departing as Intelligence Chief

The outgoing DNI says she will publish findings on Havana Syndrome, COVID-19 origins, and federal government weaponization in weekly installments through June.

By Diane Park · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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FBI, DOJ Charge 15 Individuals in $90 Million Minnesota Fraud Cases, Largest Medicaid Fraud Ever Prosecuted in District

The cases involve schemes across public health programs including autism services and housing stabilization, with Vice President JD Vance chairing the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud calling the findings significant.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 5 min read
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Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard Resigns, Citing Husband's Cancer Diagnosis

Gabbard served as the nation's top intelligence official for roughly a year before announcing her departure from the role.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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Schiff Calls Gabbard's Resignation 'Only Positive Contribution' to US Security

The California Democrat criticized the outgoing DNI for allegedly politicizing intelligence and undermining national security during her tenure.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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What to Know About the Hajj, Eid al-Adha and Their Significance to Muslims Around the World

The annual pilgrimage to Mecca draws millions of Muslims and represents one of the Five Pillars of Islam, occurring this year amid regional tensions in the Middle East.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 4 min read