Policy & Law

Former Fauci Aide Charged With Conspiracy to Hide COVID Origin Communications

The Justice Department alleges the former adviser concealed communications to obstruct congressional and media inquiries into how the coronavirus pandemic began.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Gunfire Erupts Near Seattle Mayor's Event as Families, Children Gather

No injuries reported; multiple suspects fled the scene in Yesler Terrace neighborhood where Mayor Katie Wilson was speaking at community center.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Appeals Court Rules Pentagon Can Require Reporter Escorts During Policy Appeal

The 2-1 D.C. Circuit ruling allows the Trump administration to maintain escort requirements while it appeals a lower court decision ordering restoration of press access.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

King Gets Standing Ovations for Congress Speech Warning of Volatile World

British monarch's address to US lawmakers stressed NATO unity and Ukraine support while navigating diplomatic tensions between Washington and London.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Mamdani Slams Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act Ruling, Says It Risks Disenfranchising Millions

The 6-3 decision struck down Louisiana's second majority-Black congressional district as an unconstitutional racial gerrymander.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Pritzker: Voting Rights Act Ruling 'An Attack on a Crown Jewel of Our Democracy'

Illinois governor vows to push back after Supreme Court's 6-3 decision striking down Louisiana's congressional map.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Redistricting War Draws to a Close: A Look at GOP, Democratic Gains

The national battle over congressional maps has produced potential pickup opportunities for both parties heading into the midterms.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Labor Secretary Exit Tests GOP's Emerging Union Coalition

Acting Secretary Keith Sonderling now leads DOL as Trump weighs replacement that could signal the party's direction on labor policy.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Thomas Says Supreme Court Should Go Further on Voting Rights Act in Racial Gerrymandering Case

The conservative justice, joined by Gorsuch, argued Section 2 of the VRA should not apply to redistricting under any circumstance.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

State Department to Issue Special Edition Passports Featuring Trump's Image for Semiquincentennial

The commemorative passports, part of America's 250th anniversary celebration, will be available at the Washington Passport Agency while supplies last.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 4 min read