Policy & Law

Senator Tommy Tuberville Says He Uses ChatGPT for Medicare, Medicaid Questions on Long Drives

The Alabama Republican, currently running for governor, told the Washington Post he uses the chatbot to discuss policy questions while traveling across the state.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Joe Rogan, Shane Gillis Debate Capitalism, Healthcare on Podcast — Critics Question Framing of Policy Positions

The influential comedians called communism 'the gayest sh*t ever' while arguing simultaneously for taxpayer-funded healthcare and criticizing billionaire wealth concentration.

By Diane Park · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Hawaii Braces for Potential First Direct Hurricane Hit in 34 Years as Emergency Officials Monitor Developing Storm

The state has not faced a direct hurricane landfall since 1992, and officials are urging residents across multiple islands to complete preparations before conditions deteriorate.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

George Gallup Jr. Discusses Limitations of Election Polling on Meet the Press Archive

The polling expert and son of survey research pioneer George Gallup argues that polls measure public sentiment at a moment in time rather than forecast outcomes.

By James Callahan · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Bill Maher Condemns Reported Conditions Aboard USS Abraham Lincoln as Ship Set to Return From Deployment

Comedian's criticism comes after Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao announced the aircraft carrier would return to the U.S. amid reports of food shortages and maintenance issues.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Democrats Disagree Over Abolishing or Reforming ICE at DNC Meeting

Party faces internal divisions over the future of immigration enforcement as progressive and moderate wings clash on policy direction.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

John Hinckley Jr., Reagan Assassin, Discusses Factors Behind 1981 Attack in New Interview

The interview comes as a director's cut of the film 'Reagan' returns to theaters in September for the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 4 min read
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Michigan Senate Candidate El-Sayed to Address ISNA Convention Alongside Cleric Linked to Child Marriage

The Democratic nominee's campaign says he does not endorse other conference speakers, while critics point to his familial financial ties and past associations with controversial figures.

By Diane Park · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Afghan Allies Who Served with U.S. Forces Face Uncertainty Over Immigration Status

Advocates say thousands of wartime interpreters and support staff are caught in bureaucratic delays that could lead to deportations.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Mangione Pleads Guilty to Murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Thompson in Manhattan Court

The 26-year-old Ivy League graduate admitted to the killing during a packed courtroom appearance, saying simply: "I shot Mr. Thompson."

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 4 min read