Policy & Law

Top Legal Adviser to Joint Chiefs Is Stepping Down Nearly a Year Before Completing Term

Brig. Gen. Eric Widmar's departure marks the latest in an exodus of senior military leaders during Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's tenure.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, July 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

New Footage Offers First Look at Ernest Shackleton's Final Ship Quest

The vessel, which carried the famed explorer's remains in 1922, has been documented through underwater imagery that may inform future maritime archaeology efforts.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, July 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Bernie-Backed Socialist Who Allied With Platner Could Supplant Him on Ballot

Troy Jackson filed FEC paperwork Tuesday as Maine Democrats weigh replacement options after allegations surfaced against Graham Platner.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, July 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Graham Platner Debacle Puts Democrats at Risk in Midterm Elections, Analysis Suggests

The Guardian reports that internal Democratic strategy failures could jeopardize party prospects ahead of 2026 midterm contests.

By James Callahan · Thursday, July 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Republicans Prepare $8 Million Ad Campaign Against Possible Platner Replacement

The spending comes after Super PAC Pine Tree Results already invested $2 million in May against the Maine Senate Democratic nominee following sexual assault allegations.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Trump Revives the Red Scare

The administration escalates rhetoric against China and leftist movements at home, drawing sharp criticism from Democrats who call it fearmongering.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Cited Professors Say Vanderbilt Report Misrepresents Their Work

The dispute centers on how academic research was characterized in a university-produced analysis on education policy.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Vanderbilt Report Examines Liberal Bias in Humanities Research, Drawing Mixed Reactions

The university's 'State of Scholarship' report argues social justice politics have overtaken traditional research standards across multiple disciplines.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Democrat Running to Replace Platner Says Latest Allegations Crossed His 'Bright Red Line'

The candidate, speaking on NBC's Meet the Press, addressed new allegations while defending his campaign in what has become a contentious race.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Far-Left Candidate's Past Anti-Meat Activism Clashes With Campaign Pivot in Colorado Cattle Country

Democratic nominee Manny Rutinel faces questions about his past advocacy against animal agriculture as he campaigns in a district that produces 26% of Colorado's beef and dairy output.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, July 8, 2026 · 3 min read