Policy & Law

Connecticut Democrats Warn Yale Tax Status Could Be at Risk if DOJ Deal Is Made

Eight Democratic lawmakers signed a letter urging Yale President Maurie McInnis not to cooperate with the Justice Department's investigation into race-based admissions.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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NYC Firebombing Suspect Carried Anti-ICE Sign as Threats Against Agency Rise Sharply

Federal prosecutors charged a Queens man with attempting to attack 26 Federal Plaza using gasoline and fireworks, while officials report threats against ICE surged dramatically in recent months.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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NYC Firebombing Plot Targets Federal Plaza as ICE Assaults and Threats Surge Nationwide

Federal authorities report a 9,000% increase in threats against immigration enforcement agents amid escalating political rhetoric from New York City officials.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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Democrats Press ICE on Oversight, Say 1 Officer Referred for Discipline Over Use of Force

Congressional Democrats are demanding answers from Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the agency reports limited disciplinary action following use-of-force incidents.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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Six Democrats Cross Aisle, Join GOP to Back Annual Defense Policy Bill

The $1.15 trillion Fiscal Year 2027 NDAA passed with rare bipartisan support as six House Democrats broke with their party to back the annual defense authorization measure.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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Elon Musk Says Grok Will Make Historically Accurate Odyssey Movie This Year

The tech billionaire criticized Christopher Nolan's recent film adaptation for lack of Greek representation and historical inaccuracies.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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Cyclosporiasis Cases in the United States Hit Record High

The CDC has confirmed more than 4,100 domestic cases since May 1 as investigators examine thousands of additional potential infections across 41 states.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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NYC Officials Respond After Firebombing Attempt at Federal Plaza Linked to Anti-ICE Rhetoric

The incident follows a 9,000% increase in threats against immigration enforcement personnel, according to federal officials, and comes as NYC's mayor has led efforts to limit cooperation with ICE.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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Troy Jackson Faces Questions About Democracy Comments as He Secures Senate Nomination Path

The former Maine Senate President has posted extensively about voter participation and accepting election results, even as he wins nomination through a delegate process controlled by party officials.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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Mamdani Video Explaining He Cannot Arrest Netanyahu Goes Viral, Draws Conservative Scrutiny

The NYC mayor's video acknowledging he lacks authority to enforce the ICC warrant for the Israeli prime minister was viewed over 36 million times on X.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 3 min read