Policy & Law

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
Policy & Law

RealClearPolitics Column Examines Margaret Brennan's Approach to Questioning Power

The analysis argues that the Face the Nation moderator's questioning style represents an effort to hold political figures accountable to factual accuracy.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

DHS Plans to Equip ICE Officers With Shock Gloves in $20 Million Program

The devices, called G.L.O.V.E., would deliver painful electric shocks and are outlined in a DHS notice published this week.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Army Report Details Why a Black Hawk Helicopter Intentionally Dumped Fuel on Phoenix, Tempe

The internal investigation found the helicopter jettisoned fuel over residential areas to reduce weight for air transport of the aircraft.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Luigi Mangione Judge Says Jurors Will Remain Anonymous After Threats but Harassment of Witnesses

New York prosecutors warned that supporters of the accused may attempt to intimidate jurors in next month's trial over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

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

Failed Presidential Candidate Amy Klobuchar Wins Democratic Primary for Minnesota Governor Amid Fraud Scandal Fallout

Klobuchar secured the DFL nomination while promising a top-to-bottom audit of state government following a fraud scandal that federal prosecutors say could cost taxpayers over $9 billion.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · 4 min read