Policy & Law

Political Analysts Discuss Senator Lindsey Graham's Passing On PBS NewsHour

NPR's Tamara Keith and Cook Political Report's Amy Walter analyze the implications of Graham's death for South Carolina and the Senate.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Ex-Canada MP Arrested After Police Seize 439 Guns and Antique Cannon From His Home

Royal Canadian Mounted Police conducted the search at a property in Ontario, according to initial reports that have not yet been independently verified.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

NYC Homeless Encampment Grows to 12 Blocks on Manhattan's West Side as Residents Report Rising Crime

The sprawling camp near the Intrepid Museum has drawn complaints of theft, prostitution, and drug activity as city enforcement policies face scrutiny.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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HHS Watchdog Expects $5.56 Billion in Recoveries and Savings

The six-month report to Congress also barred more than 1,200 individuals and companies from federal programs.

By Diane Park · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 min read
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Minnesota Prosecutors Obtain Long-Withheld Evidence in Probe Into Fatal Shootings of Good, Pretti

Evidence includes hard drives with statements and body camera video, plus Good's damaged SUV; federal officials had previously suggested state prosecutors lacked jurisdiction.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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FBI Personnel Visit Sen. Lindsey Graham's DC Home Less than 48 Hours After His Death

The purpose of the visit by at least six agents to the late senator's Capitol Hill row house has not been publicly explained.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 min read
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Trump Says U.S. Military Will Resume Strait of Hormuz Blockade, Charge 20 Percent on Cargo

The announcement comes amid escalating tensions and strikes between the United States and Iran over the critical shipping corridor.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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Collins Calls for Full and Impartial Investigation Into Maine ICE Shooting

The Republican senator from Maine is seeking answers after a deadly incident involving federal immigration agents in Biddeford, with the FBI now involved.

By James Callahan · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 min read
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Health Insurers' $1.7 Trillion Revenue Sparks Concern Over Industry Power

Physician-Legislator Greg Murphy Argues Seven Largest For-Profit Health Insurance Conglomerates Are Taking Nearly $2 Trillion Annually From Americans

By Marcus Webb · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 min read
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Mullin Defends Tying Election Security Requirements to Counterterrorism Funding

The move links FEMA grants traditionally used for terror attack preparedness to new election security mandates for states.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 min read