Policy & Law

DOJ Fails to Indict in Case of Democrats' Video About Refusing Illegal Military Orders

Federal grand jury declines to charge House Democrats who appeared in advocacy group's video on military service members' rights.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 3 min read
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Grand Jury Declines to Indict Democratic Lawmakers Who Urged Troops to Refuse Illegal Orders

Federal grand jury rejects DOJ case against six House members who posted video urging military to disobey unconstitutional commands from Trump.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Why is Everyone Leaving Congress?

Sixty members have announced they won't run for re-election, the highest number this century.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 3 min read
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House Passes SAVE Act to Require Proof of Citizenship for Voter Registration

The bill mandates documentary proof of citizenship nationwide, affecting an estimated 21 million Americans without passports or birth certificates.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 3 min read
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U.S. and Azerbaijan Sign Strategic Partnership Charter

Vice President Vance and President Aliyev formalize defense and energy cooperation in Baku agreement.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Gov. Tim Walz Says Federal Immigration Crackdown in Minnesota Could End Within Days

Minnesota's governor announced the Trump administration may halt enforcement operations after state officials raised legal and humanitarian concerns.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Congress Moves to Set National Rules for Self-Driving Cars, Overriding States

Bipartisan legislation would establish federal safety standards and preempt state regulations on autonomous vehicles.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Local Police Aid ICE by Tapping School Cameras Amid Trump's Immigration Crackdown

At least seven jurisdictions are using public surveillance networks to assist federal immigration enforcement operations.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · 3 min read
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Democrats Split on Shielding Coast Guard, Secret Service as DHS Shutdown Threat Nears

Some Democrats want to fund critical security agencies separately as larger appropriations fight continues.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Instagram and YouTube Owners Accused of Building 'Addiction Machines' in Trial

Social media giants Meta and Google face allegations in court regarding the addictive nature of their platforms, impacting youth mental health.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · 3 min read