Policy & Law

House Democrats Propose Counter Resolution as GOP Prepares Anti-Socialism Measure

Four Democratic lawmakers are preparing their own resolution to publicly criticize socialism and the DSA ahead of a competing Republican measure.

By Diane Park · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 3 min read
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Experts Detail Survival Odds for Workers Trapped in Nepal Floods as Rescue Operations Continue

Disaster specialists say the first 72 hours are critical without clean water, and mental health impacts from isolation add to rescue challenges.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 3 min read
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Nicolas Maduro Shares First Photos From Brooklyn Prison Since US Capture

The Venezuelan leader, detained in the United States following an extradition request, appeared visibly thinner in images released through his legal team.

By James Callahan · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 4 min read
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Met Museum Faces Backlash Over Alleged Antisemitic Content in Fashion Exhibition

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is under scrutiny following complaints about items displayed in a recent fashion exhibit that critics say contain antisemitic imagery.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 3 min read
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Prosecutor Urges Jurors to Convict Duane 'Keffe D' Davis at Tupac Shakur Murder Trial

The Nevada case, built largely on Davis's own public statements and memoir, is the first murder charge in nearly 30 years for the 1996 killing of the rapper.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 4 min read
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VP Vance Tells Michigan Dem Senate Nominee to Keep Wife's Name Out of Discussion at Rally

The exchange stems from El-Sayed's social media post referencing Usha Vance and Vance's grandfather, which critics said targeted her Indian heritage.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 4 min read
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Judge Authorizes Forced Feeding of Accused National Guard Shooter

U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta issued a brief order allowing the Bureau of Prisons to provide nonconsensual nutrition and medical treatment to Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who is accused of ambushing two National Guard members in Washington D.C.

By Diane Park · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 3 min read
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WI Commission Takes up 'Screwy' Milwaukee Election Debacle

Wisconsin election officials examine polling place irregularities and ballot counting issues that critics say delayed results in Wisconsin's largest city.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 4 min read
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FDA Proposes Mandatory Notification for Food Additives Under GRAS Pathway

The proposed rule would require companies to notify the agency when they determine a new ingredient is safe, but stops short of requiring FDA approval before marketing.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 4 min read
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Duffy Announces Emergency Shutdown of 110 Driving Schools Over English Proficiency Rule

The closures affect schools that issued licenses to more than 5,000 individuals who failed mandatory ELP exams, according to the DOT.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, August 31, 2026 · 3 min read