Policy & Law

NAACP Calls on Black Student-Athletes to Boycott Southern Universities Over Redistricting

The civil rights organization launches the 'Out of Bounds' campaign targeting SEC schools in eight states following a Supreme Court ruling that dismantled majority-Black congressional districts.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Alaska Telecom Subsidies Under Scrutiny as Convicted Felon Receives Annual Payments Through Federal Program

The $4.6 billion program created to expand rural internet access has paid Summit Telephone more than $1 million annually despite Alaska ranking near the bottom for high-speed service.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 5 min read
Policy & Law

Alex Cooper Pregnancy Announcement Sparks Debate Over Hookup Culture and Delayed Marriage

The Call Her Daddy host, who built her brand promoting unattached dating, announced both a wedding and pregnancy this month, drawing criticism about consistency in her messaging to young women.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
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Acting AG Blanche Faces Questions on $1.78B Compensation Fund for Trump Allies During Capitol Hill Testimony

The fund, announced Monday, would compensate individuals who claim they were targeted in investigations during the Biden administration; Kentucky Rep. Massie fights to keep his seat in the most expensive House primary ever.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Business Leaders Question Economic Forecasting Accuracy as Models Face Scrutiny

Small-business owners argue mainstream economists rely on flawed data and outdated methodologies, while defenders say economic models serve essential purposes despite known limitations.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

House Democrats Question DNC's Decision to Withhold 2024 Election Autopsy Report

DNC Chair Ken Martin has argued releasing the internal review before midterm elections could be a 'distraction' from winning in November.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 3 min read
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Poland Seeks Answers After Pentagon Scraps Planned U.S. Armored Brigade Rotation to Eastern Europe

The decision affects approximately 4,000 troops scheduled for a routine NATO rotation, sparking bipartisan criticism in Congress and concern among Polish officials.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 3 min read
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The Memo: Massie Seeks to Buck GOP Trend, Survive Trump-Enforced Exit

Kentucky Republican faces primary challenger backed by $14 million in outside spending and a Defense Secretary stumping for his opponent.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
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Elon Musk Loses High-Profile Lawsuit Against OpenAI, Adding to String of Legal Defeats

The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has accumulated multiple court losses and settlements over the past year, raising questions about whether repeated defeats will alter his legal strategy.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Teenage Gunmen Open Fire on Islamic Center of San Diego, Killing Three Including Security Guard

Police are investigating the attack as a potential hate crime; two teenage suspects were later found dead from apparent self-inflicted gunshots.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 3 min read