Policy & Law

Democrats Concerned as DSA Leader's Fox News Interview Goes Viral Ahead of Midterms

Moderate Democrats worry Megan Romer's lightning-round comments could provide ammunition for Republican attacks in competitive races.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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Former Ambassador Weighs in on Whether Zelenskyy Got What He Needed From Washington Visit

The Ukrainian president's trip to the U.S. capital comes at a critical juncture in the Russia-Ukraine conflict as support dynamics shift.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Amnesty International UK Withdraws Report After Legal Challenges From Named Organizations

The human rights organization pulled its 'A Growing Threat' report after groups cited in the document instructed lawyers, marking a significant retreat in its approach to organizations it had characterized alongside far-right movements.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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Michigan Family Murder-Suicide Prompts Questions About Domestic Violence Resources After Reddit Posts Surface

Authorities say a father killed his wife and six children before taking his own life, as posts allegedly written by the victim detailed years of marital strife and allegations of infidelity.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Zelenskyy Finally Gets Washington Reading From the Same Playbook

Ukrainian president meets with U.S. officials as diplomatic efforts continue amid ongoing conflict.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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A New Media Ecosystem Is Taking Root on the Left, Reshaping Democratic Politics

Progressive outlets are building infrastructure to compete with conservative media dominance as Democrats confront a fragmented information landscape.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Collins Says State Department Will Reinstate Funding for Global Humanitarian Vaccine Alliance

The $600 million commitment to GAVI, the Vaccine Alliance, follows outreach from the Maine Republican after the Trump administration previously paused the program.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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Ex-Trump Health Official Criticizes Fauci over Diary Entries, Calls Them Evidence of 'Unabashed Narcissism'

Dr. Brett Giroir, former assistant secretary for health under Trump, said he wants transparency from Dr. Fauci regarding what he calls contradictions in the public health leader's statements.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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Lindsey Graham Eulogized as an 'American Original' With Global Reach

The South Carolina senator, who died last week at age 69, was remembered in Washington for his influence on foreign policy and bipartisan relationships.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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ICE Releases Fiscal 2026 Detention Statistics After Three-Month Reporting Gap

The data shows some detainees were held in solitary confinement for periods exceeding four times the U.N. threshold considered cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 4 min read