Policy & Law

Poland Seeks Answers After Pentagon Scraps Planned U.S. Armored Brigade Rotation to Eastern Europe

The decision affects approximately 4,000 troops scheduled for a routine NATO rotation, sparking bipartisan criticism in Congress and concern among Polish officials.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 3 min read
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The Memo: Massie Seeks to Buck GOP Trend, Survive Trump-Enforced Exit

Kentucky Republican faces primary challenger backed by $14 million in outside spending and a Defense Secretary stumping for his opponent.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Elon Musk Loses High-Profile Lawsuit Against OpenAI, Adding to String of Legal Defeats

The Tesla and SpaceX CEO has accumulated multiple court losses and settlements over the past year, raising questions about whether repeated defeats will alter his legal strategy.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
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Teenage Gunmen Open Fire on Islamic Center of San Diego, Killing Three Including Security Guard

Police are investigating the attack as a potential hate crime; two teenage suspects were later found dead from apparent self-inflicted gunshots.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 3 min read
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Pennsylvania Democrats Hope to Flip Republican-Held Seats Once They Settle Toss-Up Primaries

Tuesday primaries will determine nominees in four competitive districts where Gov. Josh Shapiro's chosen candidates face progressive challengers, testing party unity ahead of November.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 3 min read
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Jack Schlossberg Pursues Kennedy Legacy in New York Congressional Race

The 33-year-old grandson of President JFK faces questions about his readiness as he competes for the reliably Democratic seat being vacated by Rep. Jerry Nadler.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
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NYU Student Government Objected to Jonathan Haidt as Graduation Speaker. He Spoke Anyway.

The failed deplatforming effort at NYU was part of a broader trend, with FIRE reporting that 65 of 70 campus deplatforming attempts succeeded in the first quarter of 2026.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
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Pentagon's Internal Watchdog Opens Probe Into U.S. Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats

The investigation will examine intelligence, targeting processes, and military doctrine behind Operation Southern Spear, which has destroyed 59 vessels and killed 193 people since last fall.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Three Killed in Suspected Hate Crime at San Diego Mosque Before Attackers Die by Suicide

Islamic Center of San Diego, the largest mosque in the county, was targeted as families and children gathered on a weekday morning, officials said.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 4 min read
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Pelosi Endorses San Francisco Supervisor Connie Chan to Succeed Her in Congress

The outgoing congresswoman's backing gives Chan a high-profile boost in the crowded Democratic primary for California's 11th Congressional District.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · 3 min read