Policy & Law

NYU Student Government Objected to Jonathan Haidt as Graduation Speaker. He Spoke Anyway.

The failed deplatforming effort at NYU was part of a broader trend, with FIRE reporting that 65 of 70 campus deplatforming attempts succeeded in the first quarter of 2026.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Pentagon's Internal Watchdog Opens Probe Into U.S. Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats

The investigation will examine intelligence, targeting processes, and military doctrine behind Operation Southern Spear, which has destroyed 59 vessels and killed 193 people since last fall.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Three Killed in Suspected Hate Crime at San Diego Mosque Before Attackers Die by Suicide

Islamic Center of San Diego, the largest mosque in the county, was targeted as families and children gathered on a weekday morning, officials said.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Mark Fuhrman, Former LAPD Detective Convicted of Lying During OJ Simpson Murder Trial, Dies at 62

Fuhrman's perjury conviction stemmed from his testimony about the use of racial slurs during the landmark 1995 double-murder case that divided the nation.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Supreme Court Rejects Drug Manufacturer Appeals Over Medicare Price Negotiations

Justices left in place lower court rulings upholding the federal government's authority to negotiate drug prices for Medicare, a key provision of the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, May 18, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Pentagon Says Hegseth Attending Kentucky Campaign Event 'In Personal Capacity'

Defense secretary's planned appearance for Ed Gallrein against Rep. Thomas Massie would mark unprecedented break from military tradition.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, May 18, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Mamdani Challenges Reagan's Famous Quip on Government Help, Draws Economic Policy Pushback

The New York mayor's critique of the former president's iconic 1986 line sparks debate over whether government assistance helps or harms American workers.

By James Callahan · Monday, May 18, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Trump-Backed Prayer Rally on National Mall Sparks Debate Over Church and State Boundaries

The Rededicate 250 event featured remarks from administration officials including Vice President Vance and President Trump, drawing criticism from separation-of-church-groups.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, May 18, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Democrats Criticize DOJ’s $1.776B Anti-Weaponization Fund as Constitutional Violation

Ninety-three House Democrats have filed an amicus brief arguing the settlement agreement violates Article III by allowing Trump to be both plaintiff and defendant.

By James Callahan · Monday, May 18, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Judge Allows Gun and Notebook as Evidence in Luigi Mangione Murder Trial

The ruling lets prosecutors present a possible murder weapon and alleged motive to jurors when the state case goes to trial on September 8.

By James Callahan · Monday, May 18, 2026 · 4 min read