Policy & Law

Severe Weather Batters Parts of U.S. With Threat of Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

Blizzard conditions blanket Upper Midwest with 20+ inches of snow, while Eastern U.S. braces for Monday storm threat including risk of tornadoes from South Carolina to Maryland.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, March 16, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

The Trump Vision of War as Nihilist Entertainment

An analysis piece examines the characterization of former President Trump's approach to international conflict as reflecting a worldview that prioritizes spectacle over traditional strategic calculations.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, March 16, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

US Refueling Aircraft Crashes in Iraq After Incident in Friendly Airspace; Rescue Efforts Under Way

The KC-135 aircraft went down during a mission in Iraqi territory, marking the latest incident involving U.S. military assets in the region.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, March 16, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

We Have Reached End-Stage Polarization

Political analysts debate whether partisan divisions have reached a point of no return, with polling showing historic gaps between voters.

By James Callahan · Monday, March 16, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Tucker Carlson Accuses Trump of Betraying Voters Over Iran War Policy

Fox News host tells Piers Morgan his supporters are heartbroken and questioning their vote after Trump hands operational authority to Netanyahu.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, March 16, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Trump-Aligned Legal Group Asks Jim Jordan to Probe 'Nationwide Pattern' of Blue-State Lawsuits

America First Legal, founded by Trump adviser Stephen Miller, says blue states have filed over 200 lawsuits without evidence of injury; committee spokesperson says 'everything is on the table.'

By James Callahan · Monday, March 16, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

USDA Section 515 Program That Supported 533,000 Rural Rental Homes Is Being Phased Out

TheUSDA's primary rural affordable housing program stopped issuing new loans in 2011, and existing mortgages will fully mature by 2050.

By James Callahan · Sunday, March 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Airline CEOs Torch Lawmakers for Turning Air Travel Into a 'Political Football'

Executives from major airlines urge Congress to fund DHS and protect aviation workers after monthlong shutdown leaves TSA officers without pay.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, March 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Data Centers Emerge as Growing Wedge Issue in Midterm Races

Candidates in Michigan, Georgia and other states are balancing economic opportunity against concerns over utility costs and environmental impact.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, March 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Energy Secretary Says Americans Could Feel Relief on Gas Prices 'in a Few More Weeks'

Chris Wright predicts gas could drop below $3 per gallon by summer as U.S. military operations continue against Iran, with current prices at $3.70.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, March 15, 2026 · 3 min read