Policy & Law

State Department Approves Potential $24B Fighter Jet Sale to Saudi Arabia

The decision to greenlight F-35 sales faces scrutiny from defense officials and lawmakers concerned about regional stability and military advantages.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Pentagon Issues New Guidance for Testosterone Testing After Rescinding Previous One

The updated directive mandates screening for male service members over 30 following a brief period of uncertainty after the prior policy was withdrawn.

By James Callahan · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

GOP Candidates Increase Use of Anti-Muslim Rhetoric in 2026 Campaigns

A growing number of Republican candidates are employing rhetoric targeting Muslim communities, sparking debate over its impact on voter turnout and national cohesion.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Ambassador Huckabee Labels Macklemore’s Pro-Hamas Stance 'Voice of Jew Hatred'

The U.S. envoy to Israel supports stadium owners canceling performances, citing the Oct. 7 attacks and rising antisemitism in Canada.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Washington State Democrat Candidate Krista Perez Arrested for DUI, Faces Primary Rival in November

Body camera footage shows Perez declining field sobriety tests and praying in a patrol car after allegedly striking five vehicles in Tacoma.

By Diane Park · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Federal Judge Rules DHS Warning Notice to ICE Critic Likely Violated First Amendment

U.S. District Judge Rudolph Contreras blocked DHS from sending further warning notices to a New York man, citing probable constitutional infringement on free speech.

By James Callahan · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

GOP Accuses Talarico of 'Blatant Corruption' Over Consulting Salary; Campaign Denies Claims

Republican opponents cite millions in state contracts awarded to a firm where Talarico served as a consultant, while his campaign asserts he had no involvement in securing those funds.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Census Bureau Reports Poverty Rate Hits Record Low, Median Income Rises

Poverty fell to 10.2% and median household income reached $87,460 in 2025, yet most Americans report worsening personal finances amid high inflation.

By James Callahan · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Daily Wire Columnist Criticizes Hasan Piker’s Comparison of U.S. Military to Al-Qaeda

The opinion piece argues that conflating state military operations with terrorist attacks misrepresents American foreign policy and civic values.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Independent Rep. Kiley Says He Won't Caucus With GOP Next Year if Reelected

The California representative confirmed the shift in alignment during a recent media event, signaling a potential change in House procedural dynamics.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read