Policy & Law

Tennessee Democrat Confronts State Trooper During Congressional Map Protest at Capitol

The incident occurred as Republicans approved new maps that would eliminate the Democrats' sole U.S. House seat in Tennessee, with Governor Bill Lee signing the legislation hours later.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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First on Fox: Top Republicans Take Abortion Pill Fight to Supreme Court, Citing Coercion and Safety Risks

More than 100 GOP lawmakers file amicus brief backing Louisiana's push to restore in-person dispensing requirement for mifepristone.

By Diane Park · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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State Department to Begin Revoking Passports of Parents With Unpaid Child Support Arrears

The policy targets those owing $100,000 or more initially, affecting about 2,700 passport holders, with expansion planned for parents who owe more than $2,500.

By Diane Park · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Hantavirus Cases Rise in U.S. as Cruise Ship Outbreak Highlights Global Transmission Risks

CDC data shows nearly 900 confirmed cases since tracking began, with the Four Corners region and California accounting for roughly half of all infections.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Medicare Fraud Investigation Uncovered in Ohio Involving Predominantly Somali Community, Daily Wire Reports

Conservative investigative journalist Luke Rosiak reported the findings; official government agencies have not yet confirmed specific details.

By Diane Park · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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EPA Will Propose Weakening Some Biden-Era PFAS Drinking Water Limits, Official Says

The agency plans to rescind limits on three rarer types of "forever chemicals" while keeping standards for the two most common variants but giving utilities until 2031 to comply.

By James Callahan · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 3 min read
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Obama Tells Democrats To 'Talk Like Normal People' In Candid Assessment On Colbert Show

Former president's advice highlights ongoing debate over whether Democrats can connect with working-class voters on kitchen-table issues.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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DeSantis Responds to Obama Criticism of DOJ Politicization, Citing Russia Investigation

The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between the two parties over federal law enforcement independence and past investigations into political opponents.

By James Callahan · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 3 min read
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Kornacki: Trump-Endorsed Wins in Indiana Are 'Very Clear' Message to Defecting Republicans

NBC political analyst Steve Kornacki said Wednesday that Tuesday's primary results demonstrate the political cost for state legislators who opposed Trump's redistricting efforts.

By James Callahan · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 3 min read
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Dozens of Passengers Left Hantavirus-Stricken Cruise Ship Without Contact Tracing After First Fatality

The MV Hondius outbreak has killed three people, with health authorities across multiple continents now working to track passengers who disembarked at St. Helena nearly two weeks after the first death.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, May 7, 2026 · 4 min read