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Washington National Opera Sues Kennedy Center Over $17 Million in Disputed Donations
The 50-year partnership ended in January amid the Trump administration's takeover of the federally chartered venue; WNO says it has exhausted efforts to resolve the dispute.
Mamdani Announces $15 Million Trans Healthcare Investment at NYC Pride Event
The mayor described the two-year funding for gender-affirming care as a 'first step' toward a larger campaign promise of $65 million, though details on disbursement remain unclear.
California Accused of Blocking Federal Voter Roll Audit as DOJ Escalates Probe of Election Fraud Claims
The Justice Department is demanding full unredacted voter registration data from California's 23 million registered voters, including Social Security numbers and voting history.
America at 250: What the Nation's Milestone Anniversary Says About Its Current State
As the U.S. approaches its semiquincentennial, political leaders and analysts are debating what the founding means in 2026 and how past presidents shaped today's political landscape.
Former Biden Aide Andrew Bates Draws Jill Biden Rebuke, Joins Senate Campaign Team
The former White House communications aide, criticized by conservatives for defending Biden's fitness, now works for Sen. Ruben Gallego after public exchange with former first lady.
From 1976 to 2026: Two Dramatic Megatrends Shaping America's Future
National debt has grown from $629 billion to $39.2 trillion while the U.S. population becomes increasingly diverse, raising questions about fiscal sustainability and demographic change.
James Talarico's 2023 Bill Using 'Pregnant Individual' Resurfaces Amid New York Legislation Backlash
The Texas Democratic Senate candidate introduced a bill replacing 'woman' with gender-neutral language three years before similar legislation passed in New York.
Lawmakers Ramp Up Scrutiny of Political Fundraising Platforms ActBlue, WinRed
Both parties intensify pressure on dominant campaign donation processors ahead of fall midterm elections as Republicans probe Democrats' platform and Democrats demand investigation of the GOP's equivalent.
Democrats Seek Next ObamaCare Ahead of Midterms Amid Rising Health Costs
Enhanced ACA tax credits expired last year, causing premiums to jump more than 20 percent and enrollment to decline after four years of record growth.
Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff Sees Presidential Chatter Grow Among Democrats
The 39-year-old Georgia senator, currently focused on his November reelection bid, has attracted attention for viral campaign videos and bipartisan legislative achievements.