Policy & Law

State Department Report Alleges Cuba Built Covert Network Inside US Through Spies, Activists and Universities

The 100-page report claims Havana spent six decades infiltrating American government agencies, activist movements and academic institutions.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · 5 min read
Policy & Law

Mamdani's Threat to Arrest Netanyahu Spotlights Deepening Democratic Divisions Over Israel Policy

The New York City mayor told the New York Times he is having an active conversation about issuing an arrest warrant for the Israeli prime minister, drawing immediate backlash from party leaders.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

FDA Is Still Focused on Lettuce Supplier as Source of Parasite Despite Faulty Test Result

The agency reported 1,645 confirmed cases of cyclospora illness across five states in 2026, with Taco Bell seeing an 18.9% drop in foot traffic following the outbreak.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Student Loan Defaults Surge to 9.5 Million Borrowers as Pandemic Protections Expire

The number of defaulted borrowers has jumped from 5.3 million since June 2025, with Southern states and for-profit school attendees bearing the heaviest burden.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

DOJ Seizes More Than 1,000 Domains in Anti-Piracy Operation During World Cup

The enforcement action, targeting illegal streaming sites during the monthlong tournament, also blocked nearly 2,000 additional domains and received more than 3,000 leads.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

DSA Releases Policy Platform Calling for Abolishing Senate, Replacing Supreme Court

The 'Workers Deserve More' program was drafted by elected DSA representatives between April and June 2026 and approved by the organization's National Political Committee.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

State Department Report Links Cuba to Range of U.S. Protests Since 1960s

The 100-page document specifically connects the Cuban government to demonstrations following George Floyd's murder in 2020.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Nigel Farage's Great Gamble: Reform UK Leader Eyes Parliamentary Run After Years Outside Westminster

The Brexit architect and Trump ally has spent decades outside elected office; his latest bid could reshape Britain's right-wing political landscape.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Reporting Highlights Strain on Secret Service Protecting Vice President Vance

MS Now reporting details how off-the-record stops and motorcade disruptions are taxing the Vice-Presidential Protective Division, though some uses of Marine Two helicopters have defenders.

By James Callahan · Monday, July 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Rep. Tom Suozzi Advocated for Uyghur Rights While Trading Shares of Chinese Companies Under Scrutiny

The New York Democrat co-sponsored landmark Uyghur legislation while holding investments in NIO and Baidu, companies linked to supply chains and surveillance technology tied to Xinjiang.

By Diane Park · Monday, July 20, 2026 · 4 min read