Policy & Law

Hasan Piker Says He Could Have Phrased 'America Deserved 9/11' Better

The left-wing Twitch commentator faced backlash for past comments made during a live stream about the September 11 attacks.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Medicaid Will Stop Paying for Some Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Minors

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued guidance restricting coverage for certain treatments under the federal health insurance program.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Spanberger's Rough Rural Reception Draws Hillary Clinton Parallels in Virginia

The Democratic governor was booed at the 90th Annual Old Fiddlers' Convention in Galax, with critics comparing her outreach attempt to Hillary Clinton's criticized 2016 'hot sauce' moment.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Healthcare Leaders Push Congress to Fund Nursing Workforce Programs as Shortage Persists

Chief Nursing Officer Patty Knecht is urging lawmakers to approve $346 million for Title VIII programs in the fiscal 2027 appropriations package.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Lindell Refuses to Concede Minnesota Governor Primary, Alleges Voting Irregularities

The My Pillow founder lost to Minnesota House Speaker Lisa DeMuth by roughly 11 percentage points and over 45,000 votes in the Republican gubernatorial primary.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 3 min read
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Why AOC's Pivot on 'Woke' Politics Isn't Unreasonable

The RealClearPolitics opinion piece argues the congresswoman's evolving stance reflects strategic pragmatism rather than ideological abandonment.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Retired Special Ops Veteran Pushes Legislation Granting Concealed Carry Rights To Former Elite Troops

The Special Operations Forces Concealed Carry Act would extend nationwide concealed carry privileges currently afforded to retired law enforcement officers to qualified former special operations personnel.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Artillery Factory Funded With $533 Million Fails to Produce Single Usable Shell, Report Finds

The General Dynamics plant in Mesquite, Texas was intended to supply artillery rounds for Ukraine but has yet to deliver any ammunition after years of mechanical failures and missed deadlines.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 5 min read
Policy & Law

Democrats' Progressive Surge Could Complicate Jeffries's Path to Unity

Recent primary wins by progressive candidates have intensified debates within the party over direction and leadership heading into future elections.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Wisconsin Result Halts Winning Streak for Democratic Party's Left Wing

The outcome ends a series of recent victories by progressive candidates in key battleground state elections, marking an unexpected shift in momentum.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read