Policy & Law

Longtime Dem Incumbent's Chosen Successor Wins Crowded NYC Primary as Big-Name Rivals Fall Short

Micah Lasher, backed by retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler and other NY Democratic establishment figures, defeated George Conway, Jack Schlossberg, and state Assemblyman Alex Bores in Tuesday's primary.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, June 24, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Interior Department Adds Fencing Around Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Amid Vandalism Reports

Five individuals have been arrested in connection with reported incidents at the recently renovated pool, which drew national attention after President Trump alleged chemical contamination.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Savannah Guthrie Makes Emotional Appeal for Tips on Mother's Disappearance After Reports of Ransom Notes

The "Today" show host, appearing on air for the first time since her mother's disappearance more than two months ago, begged viewers to come forward with any information about Nancy Guthrie.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

With Predictions of Divided Government, Oversight Enforcement Faces Legal Obstacles

Congressional subpoena powers face significant legal hurdles when courts and the Justice Department are controlled by the executive branch, with enforcement potentially taking years to resolve.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 4 min read
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Greene Joins Carlson in Pulling Support for Republican Party

Former Georgia congresswoman and ex-Fox News host cite disagreements with Trump administration over Iran military operations as reason for party break.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Five Eyes Intelligence Alliance Warns AI Models Could Launch Crippling Cyberattacks in Months

The joint statement from the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia and New Zealand marks the first coordinated international warning that AI-enabled cyber threats are imminent rather than years away.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Debate Over Patriotic Music Resurfaces as Concert Politics Take Center Stage

Commentators are using a recent high-profile concert to revisit longstanding debates about what constitutes authentic American patriotism in song.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 4 min read
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Niger Becomes Third Country to Leave International Criminal Court

The west African nation submitted withdrawal letter to the UN, accusing the court of selective justice as regional military juntas shift toward new alliances.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Supreme Court Issues Five Opinions Before Summer Recess, Including Key Religious Rights Ruling

Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote for a 6-3 majority in a case involving a Rastafarian who sued after being forced to shave his head; New York, Maryland and Utah hold primaries.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 4 min read
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Karmelo Anthony's Family Assembles New Legal Team for Appeal After 35-Year Murder Conviction

The team includes prominent civil rights attorneys Lee Merritt, Texas NAACP President Gary Bledsoe, and Brooke Cluse of Ben Crump Law.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · 4 min read