Policy & Law

Virginia Democrats Stand Firm on DHS Funding Demands Amid ISIS-Linked ODU Shooting, Immigrant Murder Case

Sens. Warner and Kaine maintain opposition to DHS funding without ICE reforms, pointing to agency failures in tracking convicted terrorist sympathizer and immigrant with 30 arrests.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, March 14, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Lawmakers Seek Answers on Tehran Girls' School Attack as DHS Funding Deadline Looms

The Feb. 28 missile strike on an educational facility in Iran's capital marks a significant escalation, while Congress has yet to fund the Department of Homeland Security.

By James Callahan · Saturday, March 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

One Dead, Two Wounded in Old Dominion Shooting; Synagogue Attack Near Detroit Leaves No Casualties

Former National Guard member convicted of ISIS ties opened fire at Virginia university, while Michigan synagogue attacker killed himself after ramming building with 140 children inside.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, March 14, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Wisconsin Legislator Pleads Guilty to Disorderly Conduct in Feud over Hispanic Resolutions

State Rep. Sylvia Ortiz-Velez, a Milwaukee Democrat, was sentenced to pay a $300 fine after pleading guilty to a misdemeanor in connection with a caucus dispute over Hispanic heritage resolutions.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, March 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

A Record Number of Political Parties Register for Haiti's First Election in a Decade

The registration surge marks a potential turning point for the Caribbean nation as it seeks to restore democratic governance after years of political turmoil.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, March 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Can Democrats Actually Flip This Red Kentucky District?

Rep. Andy Barr's Senate bid creates an open seat in a district that hasn't elected a Democrat since 2010.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, March 13, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Dem Calls For DHS Funding After Synagogue Terror Attack But Rewind 24 Hours

Sen. Elissa Slotkin backed DHS funding one day after joining Senate Democrats in blocking a bill to fund the department amid an ongoing budget dispute over ICE.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, March 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

FBI Trained Michigan Temple How to Stop Shooter Six Weeks Before Attack

ASAPP training at Temple Israel included run, hide, fight drills; armed security engaged attacker, preventing mass casualty event.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, March 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Grenell Exits Kennedy Center; Trump Picks Floca as New Executive Director

Matt Floca, currently vice president of operations, will succeed Grenell pending Board approval, as the institution faces ongoing controversy over board changes and planned reconstruction.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, March 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Mamdani Celebrates $2.1 Million Court Judgment Against Bronx Landlord

Bronx Supreme Court ruling sets new precedent with maximum penalties under Nuisance Abatement Law

By Marcus Webb · Friday, March 13, 2026 · 3 min read