Policy & Law

Planned Parenthood of Illinois Pays $500,000 to Settle EEOC Discrimination Investigation

Federal agency found the organization segregated employees by race and subjected white workers to harassing DEI-related training sessions.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, March 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Trump Does Not Plan to Bar Oil or Gas Exports, Say Burgum and Wright

Interior and Energy secretaries clarified administration policy amid rising gasoline prices linked to conflict in Iran.

By James Callahan · Friday, March 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Warren Endorses Maine Democratic Candidate Who Once Had Nazi-Affiliated Tattoo

The endorsement comes after Warren previously criticized Pete Hegseth over his Deus Vult tattoo during confirmation hearings, drawing comparisons to a double standard.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, March 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Pennsylvania Gas Station Interviews Reveal Mixed Feelings Among Trump Voters Ahead of Midterms

In Pennsylvania's competitive 10th District, some 2024 Trump voters express buyer\'s remorse over gas prices and Iran war, raising Republican concerns about midterm turnout.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, March 20, 2026 · 3 min read
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Jewish Commentator Defends Hegseth's Pentagon Prayer as Critics Question Religious Expression in Government

Pentagon secretary's invocation of Jesus Christ at press briefing draws both support and scrutiny over separation of church and state.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, March 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Afroman Posts Mocking Music Videos During Defamation Trial Involving Ohio Officer

The musician is using his trial as content, releasing songs and videos targeting the officer who is suing him for defamation.

By James Callahan · Thursday, March 19, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Mexican Teen Dies While in ICE Custody in Florida

Royer Perez-Jimenez, 19, is the youngest prisoner to die in ICE custody since Trump returned to office; officials say cause is presumed suicide.

By James Callahan · Thursday, March 19, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Mamdani Defends Privacy of Wife After Social Media Scrutiny Over Oct. 7 Posts

New York City mayor says Rama Duwaji's Instagram activity reflecting support for Palestinians is a private matter unrelated to his leadership.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, March 19, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Civil Rights Icon Cesar Chavez Accused of Sexual Assault

A TODAY video features Dolores Huerta speaking out about allegations of sexual assault against the late farm worker leader, a development that has sparked debate over legacy and accountability.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, March 19, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

FBI Investigating Whether Departed Counterterrorism Official Leaked Classified Info

Joe Kent resigned from the National Counterterrorism Center in protest of Iran war policy, citing concerns about justification for military strikes.

By James Callahan · Thursday, March 19, 2026 · 3 min read