Policy & Law

Watchdog: DHS Took More Than 3 Years to Investigate Majority of Whistleblower Retaliation Cases

An internal review found significant delays in processing complaints, raising concerns about the protection of federal employees who report misconduct.

By James Callahan · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 4 min read
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Anti-Data Center Group Plans Massive 'Revolt,' Attendance Remains Low

The organized protest against AI infrastructure expansion in Virginia drew fewer participants than projected, highlighting tensions between local residents and tech companies.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Poll: 55% View Democratic Socialists of America Unfavorably, Fueling GOP Midterm Strategy

Republican strategists leverage low DSA approval ratings to frame the midterms as a choice against radicalism, while Democrats argue inflation remains the decisive issue.

By Diane Park · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

United Russia Wins Record 355 Seats in Russian State Duma

Preliminary results show the ruling party securing a constitutional majority, while opposition observers report incidents of police force during the vote.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Tafoya Blames Noem, Minnesota Leadership for ICE Rollout in State

The GOP Senate candidate criticizes the handling of recent enforcement actions, citing poor management by state officials and the former DHS Secretary.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 3 min read
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ICE Agent Shoots Man in Austin; Casar Demands Investigation

The shooting occurred near Research Boulevard and Anderson Square, with DHS yet to release official details on the circumstances.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 2 min read
Policy & Law

Converse Pulls Sneaker Ad After Critics Cite Racist Imagery

The company apologized for an Instagram photo featuring K-pop singer Karina, stating it understood why the image was upsetting.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Florida Rep. Salazar Calls Venezuelan Interim President 'Necessary Evil'

The Republican lawmaker defended President Trump's meeting with Delcy Rodríguez at the UN General Assembly as a pragmatic step toward restoring democracy.

By James Callahan · Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Hungary Closes House of Terror Museum Amid Funding and Narrative Disputes

The Budapest institution, which documents communist and Nazi regimes, faces closure after government cuts to its operational budget.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Vallas Argues Johnson's Policies Harm Black Chicagoans

Former CEO Paul Vallas claims Mayor Brandon Johnson's rhetoric and actions drive away businesses and middle-class residents, negatively impacting the community Johnson aims to support.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 3 min read