Policy & Law

Democratic Presidential Candidates Court Black Voters at Sharpton's NAN Convention

Potential 2028 hopefuls will address the National Action Network convention in an early test of their appeal to Black voters, a key Democratic constituency.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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DSA Poll Finds 53% of Democratic Voters Prefer Progressive Candidates Over Party Leadership

Gallup data shows 66% of Democrats view socialism favorably, marking a 24-point gap with capitalism views as progressive wing gains influence.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Democrats Build on Overperformance Streak in Wisconsin, Georgia Elections

Republican wins Georgia special election but Democrat overperforms in red district; liberal wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race by 20 points.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Democrats Have Shut Down Key Parts of DHS, TSA Agents Working Without Pay

Tens of thousands of Transportation Security Administration officers continue working through what critics call a partial government shutdown, impacting air travel across the country.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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JD Vance's Task Force Flags Nearly $6.3B in Government Contracts Going to Potentially Fraudulent Businesses

The anti-fraud task force is sending letters to nearly 400 businesses, giving them 30 days to prove their legitimacy as the Trump administration moves to cut wasteful spending.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Matthew Perry's Stepmother Asks Judge to Give 'Ketamine Queen' Maximum Sentence

Jasveen Sangha, a dual US-UK citizen, faces over 60 years in prison for distributing ketamine that killed the Friends actor.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Vice President JD Vance Backs Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Ahead of Sunday's Election

Vance's visit marks a rare instance of an American vice president taking an active role in a foreign election campaign, breaking with most politicians who avoid such involvement.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Alaska Man Reaches Plea Deal in Case Involving Threats to Torture Supreme Court Justices

Panos Anastasiou, 77, faced 26 charges including threats against a federal judge, stalking and possessing a firearm as a felon.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Senator Elissa Slotkin Won't Rule Out 2028 Presidential Bid But Says Midterms Come First for Democrats

The Michigan Democrat, who stumped in Iowa this week, said she would consider a White House run after the midterms if no other candidate aligns with her vision.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Federal Judge Grants Stay in Louisiana Mifepristone Case, Telehealth Abortion Remains Available

Judge David C. Joseph ordered the FDA to complete its safety review of mifepristone within six months, keeping current telehealth prescribing rules in place.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read