Policy & Law

Washington State Democrat Candidate Krista Perez Arrested for DUI, Faces Primary Rival in November

Body camera footage shows Perez declining field sobriety tests and praying in a patrol car after allegedly striking five vehicles in Tacoma.

By Diane Park · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Federal Judge Rules DHS Warning Notice to ICE Critic Likely Violated First Amendment

U.S. District Judge Rudolph Contreras blocked DHS from sending further warning notices to a New York man, citing probable constitutional infringement on free speech.

By James Callahan · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

GOP Accuses Talarico of 'Blatant Corruption' Over Consulting Salary; Campaign Denies Claims

Republican opponents cite millions in state contracts awarded to a firm where Talarico served as a consultant, while his campaign asserts he had no involvement in securing those funds.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Census Bureau Reports Poverty Rate Hits Record Low, Median Income Rises

Poverty fell to 10.2% and median household income reached $87,460 in 2025, yet most Americans report worsening personal finances amid high inflation.

By James Callahan · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Daily Wire Columnist Criticizes Hasan Piker’s Comparison of U.S. Military to Al-Qaeda

The opinion piece argues that conflating state military operations with terrorist attacks misrepresents American foreign policy and civic values.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Independent Rep. Kiley Says He Won't Caucus With GOP Next Year if Reelected

The California representative confirmed the shift in alignment during a recent media event, signaling a potential change in House procedural dynamics.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Missouri GOP Lays Out Map Fight in US Appeals Court as Ballot Window Closes

The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments on whether changes to the congressional map are feasible before ballots are mailed.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Federal Appeals Court Vacates EPA Ban on Methylene Chloride Paint Strippers

The ruling reverses an agency rule that restricted most uses of the chemical, which the EPA has classified as likely to be carcinogenic to humans.

By Diane Park · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

8th Circuit Hears Missouri Redistricting Case as Kennedy Center Closure Remains in Legal Limbo

Federal appeals court weighs GOP-backed congressional map while D.C. Circuit awaits expedited appeal on Kennedy Center naming dispute.

By James Callahan · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Plaintiffs in Kennedy Center Case Call for Leadership Resignations or Receivership

Eight preservationist groups argue current leadership has failed its fiduciary duty to protect the historic building.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 3 min read