Policy & Law

King Charles III to Address Congress, Acknowledge Strains but Stress US-UK Reconciliation

The British monarch's Tuesday speech marks his first address to a joint meeting of Congress since his coronation.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

NYC Mayor Mamdani's Education Plans Face Criticism From GOP Leader Over Gifted Program Phaseout

New York City Republican Party Chairman Joseph Forte warns that eliminating gifted and talented programs would harm academic achievement and lower standards citywide.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI Heads to Federal Court in California

The tech billionaire alleges Sam Altman betrayed their shared non-profit mission for AGI, while OpenAI says Musk is driven by jealousy and regret.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

55% of Americans Say Financial Situation Is Getting Worse, Highest Since 2001: Gallup Poll

The survey conducted April 1-15 found gas prices surged to nearly $4.18 amid Middle East tensions, with inflation rising to 3.3 percent last month.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

'PH-1' Star Says His Film Could Serve as 'Cautionary Tale' for Social Media-Obsessed Lawmakers

The thriller, featuring Mark Kassen as a vanity-obsessed senator held hostage while his online reputation crumbles, opens in Washington before streaming release May 8.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Florida Republicans Again Block DeSantis' Push for State AI Regulation

The governor's effort, opposed by House Speaker Perez and aligned with Trump's federal-first approach, stalls during special session.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Republicans Criticize Democrats for Applauding King Charles After Prior 'No Kings' Protests Against Trump

The criticism centers on apparent contradiction between Democratic opposition to executive power and Tuesday's applause for the British monarch during his address to Congress.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Dispute Over Roundup Weed Killer Warning Labels

Justices must decide whether federal pesticide law preempts state jury verdicts requiring cancer warnings, a ruling that could affect tens of thousands of pending lawsuits.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Chavez-DeRemer Exit Tests GOP-Labor Coalition's Future

Her departure raises questions about Trump's commitment to union voters who helped power his 2024 victory.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Tim Walz Takes Credit For FBI Raids On Minnesota Daycare Businesses As Fraud Investigation Expands

FBI Director Kash Patel disputed the governor's claims, saying federal officials drafted and executed all search warrants in the multi-state fraud crackdown.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read