Policy & Law

Do Scandals Still Matter in Politics? NPR Podcast Explores Enduring Question

As political coverage evolves with social media and partisan fragmentation, researchers and strategists debate whether misconduct still shapes voter behavior.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

With No Arab Teams Remaining, World Cup Fans Navigate Shifting Landscape of Palestinian Solidarity

Morocco's elimination ends the tournament's last Muslim-majority nation remaining after weeks of widespread flags and keffiyehs in support of Palestine.

By Diane Park · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Source Material Unavailable for Article on 'Platner's Downfall'

The RealClearPolitics source article appears corrupted and contains unreadable content, preventing factual reporting.

By Diane Park · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 1 min read
Policy & Law

Conservative Critics Renew Calls for Smithsonian Leadership Changes Over Perceived Ideological Bias

The debate centers on exhibit curation and programming decisions at the federally funded institution, with critics arguing certain displays reflect progressive political viewpoints.

By James Callahan · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Teamsters Split Endorsements Between Democrat Brown and Republican Ramaswamy in Ohio Races

The Ohio Conference of Teamsters backed both candidates, keeping the union positioned between the two major parties as it navigates competing priorities.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Legionnaires' Outbreak Hits New York as Officials Rush to Test Water Towers

Health authorities have confirmed multiple cases of Legionnaires' disease in the city, prompting urgent water system inspections across residential and commercial buildings.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

At Canada's Biggest Rodeo, Starting Gun Is Fired in the Fight Over Alberta Separation

The Calgary Stampede has become a backdrop for renewed debates about Alberta's political future within Canada, drawing leaders from across the spectrum.

By James Callahan · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

McCarthy Criticizes Speaker Johnson Over Early Recess Decision

Former Republican speaker warns his successor's recess strategy could harm GOP chances in November elections amid internal party divisions.

By James Callahan · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Commentators Argue Trump Accounts Should Be Evaluated Separately From Partisan Politics

The debate centers on whether financial, legal, and social media accounts tied to the former president warrant nonpartisan scrutiny.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Trump's FIFA Intervention Backfires as Belgium Defeats US in World Cup Round of 16

Belgian players celebrated their victory by dancing to Trump's campaign anthem after his successful push to overturn a suspension for American striker Folarin Balogun.

By James Callahan · Saturday, July 11, 2026 · 3 min read