Policy & Law

Trump's Army Secretary Hunt Takes Shape as Insiders Float Potential Picks

Current Acting Undersecretary Mike Obadal could assume the role temporarily as sources name Sean Parnell and Rep. Brian Mast among candidates.

By Diane Park · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 4 min read
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House Passes Kayleigh's Law Unanimously, Requiring Lifetime No-Contact Orders For Federal Sex Offenders

The legislation, named after an Arizona woman who was forced back to court 13 years after her abuse, now moves to the Senate where it faces an uncertain path.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 4 min read
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Lawmakers Press DHS in Letter Over Chinese Forced Labor Allegations, Flag Popular Labubu Dolls

The bipartisan group of eight lawmakers is requesting a briefing from Secretary Mullin on enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act amid concerns about goods from Xinjiang entering U.S. markets.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 4 min read
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Stephen A. Smith Clarifies 2028 Plans, Offers Democrats Advice on Progressives

The ESPN personality said he is not running for president and advised Democrats to 'sit their ass down and get with the program' on progressive wing.

By James Callahan · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 4 min read
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Harris on Some Democrats Shunning Her: 'I Would Expect Nothing Less'

The former vice president said red-state candidates avoiding her endorsement are simply doing what they believe is necessary to win.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 3 min read
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Calls For Judge Talwani Impeachment Over Election-Related Rulings Emerge in Boston Federal Court Coverage

The effort centers on rulings affecting election administration in Massachusetts, though no formal articles of impeachment have been introduced.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 4 min read
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Pete Hegseth Among Millions Caught up in Massive Dark Web Identity Scheme, FBI Says

The alleged breach involves more than 153 million drivers' licenses and has been linked to a Louisiana-based identity verification company processing millions of verifications monthly.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 4 min read
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Two Suspected Undocumented Immigrants Charged With Robbery, Assault in Tulsa Incident Involving Good Samaritan

The men allegedly threw the victim from their moving vehicle after he stopped to help what appeared to be a stranded car, authorities said.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 4 min read
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These Judges Take Months to Decide if Immigrants Have Been Unlawfully Detained

ProPublica analysis of 70,000 habeas cases filed since January shows resolution times vary from days in Minnesota to more than three months in Mississippi.

By James Callahan · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 4 min read
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Vance's Antichrist Comments Described as 'Common Belief' by Friend in BBC Interview

The vice president's remarks about political opponents and religious identity have drawn scrutiny from critics while supporters argue they reflect mainstream evangelical concerns.

By Diane Park · Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 3 min read