Policy & Law

Wasserman Schultz Weighs District 20 Bid as Cherfilus-McCormick Vows to Fight for Reelection

The potential primary clash in Florida's newly redrawn heavily Democratic seat comes as the incumbent faces a federal criminal case involving alleged theft of approximately $5 million in FEMA funds.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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Fetterman Warns Democrats Must Confront Rising Antisemitism after NYC Synagogue Clashes

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice David Wecht announced he is leaving the Democratic Party, citing what he called party leaders' acquiescence to Jew-hatred.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

The Dwindling Ranks of the Pro-Impeachment Republicans: From the Politics Desk

Louisiana's shift to closed primaries poses a major threat to Sen. Bill Cassidy, one of seven Senate Republicans who voted to convict Trump in 2021.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Defunding Planned Parenthood Is 'Politically Toxic,' Says Its CEO

The statement comes as congressional Republicans weigh future funding battles over the organization's reproductive health services.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 3 min read
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Mamdani Releases Executive Budget Without His Preferred State Tax Hikes on Wealthy

The mayor says it's a "win," but NYC's projected gaps of $7 billion and $9 billion loom for fiscal years 2028-2029.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

SCOTUS Voting Rights Ruling Ignores 'Over 100 Years of History,' Congressional Black Caucus Member Says

A member of the Congressional Black Caucus criticized the Supreme Court's decision on voting rights, arguing it disregards a century of legal precedent protecting ballot access.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 3 min read
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CBO Estimates Golden Dome Missile Defense System Will Cost $1.2 Trillion Over 20 Years

The nonpartisan budget office's estimate is far higher than the Trump administration's own projection of $185 billion, raising questions about funding paths forward.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 3 min read
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Cruz Calls Ocasio-Cortez a 'Parasite Sucking on the Taxpayer' Over Billionaire Remarks

The Texas Republican fired back after the New York Democrat said Americans cannot earn their way to billionaire status, sparking an exchange over wealth inequality and free enterprise.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Cuban Man Tells Independent Journalist That Communism Is 'The Worst Thing to Exist' As Country Faces Energy Crisis

The interview in Havana comes as Cuba experiences widespread blackouts and food shortages following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Hegseth Faces Republican Skepticism at Pentagon Budget Hearing; FDA Commissioner Makary Expected to Resign

Pentagon CFO raises Iran war cost estimate to $29 billion as Congress debates supplemental funding request for tens of billions more.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 4 min read