Policy & Law

Shipping Firms Face Rising Costs and Uncertainty as Strait of Hormuz Remains Blocked

More than 1,550 vessels with approximately 22,500 mariners remain stranded in the Persian Gulf as insurance costs surge and diplomatic efforts continue.

By James Callahan · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Tennessee Joins Southern Push to Redistricting in Favor of the GOP

The state's new maps divide Memphis into three districts, giving Republicans a potential path to flip the one Democratic-held seat among Tennessee's nine congressional seats.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Pirro 'Not Surprised' After DC Officers Placed on Leave Amid Crime Stats Probe

Thirteen MPD officers face disciplinary action as federal investigation into alleged statistics manipulation continues.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Trump Says He Wouldn't Pay $1,000 USA World Cup Ticket Price Amid FIFA Pricing Criticism

The president joined critics calling the 2026 tournament's tiered pricing strategy 'extortionate' as fans face inflated resale costs and a 30% FIFA fee.

By James Callahan · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Pentagon Under Secretary Rules Out Resolution With Anthropic, Calls Mythos a Broader Cyber Moment

Emil Michael says the Defense Department will never again be 'single-threaded' with one AI model provider after two-month ban on Anthropic.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Tennessee Democrat Confronts State Trooper During Congressional Map Protest at Capitol

The incident occurred as Republicans approved new maps that would eliminate the Democrats' sole U.S. House seat in Tennessee, with Governor Bill Lee signing the legislation hours later.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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First on Fox: Top Republicans Take Abortion Pill Fight to Supreme Court, Citing Coercion and Safety Risks

More than 100 GOP lawmakers file amicus brief backing Louisiana's push to restore in-person dispensing requirement for mifepristone.

By Diane Park · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

State Department to Begin Revoking Passports of Parents With Unpaid Child Support Arrears

The policy targets those owing $100,000 or more initially, affecting about 2,700 passport holders, with expansion planned for parents who owe more than $2,500.

By Diane Park · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Hantavirus Cases Rise in U.S. as Cruise Ship Outbreak Highlights Global Transmission Risks

CDC data shows nearly 900 confirmed cases since tracking began, with the Four Corners region and California accounting for roughly half of all infections.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Medicare Fraud Investigation Uncovered in Ohio Involving Predominantly Somali Community, Daily Wire Reports

Conservative investigative journalist Luke Rosiak reported the findings; official government agencies have not yet confirmed specific details.

By Diane Park · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read