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The Left Conveniently Forgets Who Writes Immigration Law

National Review published an opinion commentary examining the constitutional authority governing United States immigration policy. The piece argues that statutory immigration laws are enacted exclusively by Congress rath…

In Texas, Talarico Inspires a Recurring Blue-Tinted Dream

Texas Democrats are experiencing a renewed sense of political optimism as state Representative James Talarico elevates his profile through a campaign focused on progressive values rooted in faith. Party strategists and s…

Badenoch Returns Stronger to Conservative Conference

Kemi Badenoch stepped onto the Conservative conference stage with a noticeably stronger presence than a year earlier, signalling a rise in her approval ratings. The former minister, who has served as Leader of the Opposi…

Lula's lead over Bolsonaro narrows ahead of Brazil vote, CNT/MDA poll shows

Incumbent Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva maintains a narrow lead over Senator Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of the upcoming presidential election, according to a recent CNT/MDA public opinion survey. Lula leads t…

A record number of Native Americans are running in the 2026 midterms

A record number of at least three hundred fifty-five Native American and Indigenous candidates are running across local, state, and federal elections in the United States for the two thousand twenty-six midterms. This hi…

U.S.-Russia Talks on Ukraine Now Involve an Oil Deal Tied to Trump Allies

United States and Russian diplomatic discussions regarding the conflict in Ukraine have expanded to encompass a multi-billion-dollar commercial transaction involving the sale of Russian energy giant Lukoil’s internationa…

Tens of thousands protest across Spain over housing crisis

Tens of thousands of demonstrators protested across major Spanish cities, including Madrid and Barcelona, demanding urgent government action against soaring housing costs. Public anger intensified following the high-prof…

Supreme Court Opens Term With Controversial Cases

The Supreme Court term begins on Monday, bringing a slate of high‑stakes cases that will test the justices on religion, firearms, and climate change. The docket also includes a surge of emergency petitions that have kept…

Two Iranians appear in UK court over alleged plot to target Jews

Two Iranian nationals, Rahman Salehi and Salam Ahmadyan, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court charged with terrorism offenses. Prosecutors allege the defendants planned a bombing attack against Jewish targets in Ma…

Trump's top national security aides meet secretly at Camp David on Iran, Yemen

President Donald Trump's top national security aides held a secret meeting at Camp David chaired by Vice President JD Vance. Officials focused on evaluating strategic options regarding stalled diplomatic negotiations wit…

Justice Department Urges Judge to Let Trump’s Media Ban Proceed

The U.S. Department of Justice urged a federal judge in late-Friday court filings to deny a preliminary injunction request from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico regarding White House press credentials. The news organizations su…

These companies look set to face high-profile hearings and other scrutiny if Democrats win the House

Potential shift of House of Representatives leadership to Democratic control places several key corporate sectors under heightened congressional scrutiny. Democratic committee chairs would obtain unilateral subpoena powe…

The National Guard keeps appearing outside D.C. schools, stoking tensions

The persistent presence and operational staging of National Guard troops and federal law enforcement personnel near District of Columbia public schools have triggered widespread opposition from parents, educators, and mu…

In New Hampshire Senate race, the Democrat faces an unusually tough time

The 2026 United States Senate race in New Hampshire between Democratic Representative Chris Pappas and Republican former Senator John E. Sununu has shifted from a lean Democratic advantage to a competitive toss-up contes…

Trump vows Iran war will end "right after the election" or sooner, as 9,000 troops head to Mideast

President Donald Trump announced that military operations against Iran will conclude immediately following the upcoming election or sooner, citing the imminent collapse of the nation's ruling theocracy. The administratio…

Banfield Criticizes Cornell Investigation Politics

Ashleigh Banfield, a Canadian‑American journalist and former NewsNation anchor, has publicly criticized New York’s review of the Cornell sexual‑assault allegations, arguing that the probe has become a political spectacle…

Ohio truck plant closes, jolting 1,400 workers days before Trump rally

Nearly fourteen hundred workers were laid off from the Navistar truck factory in southwestern Ohio just three days before a scheduled political rally by President Donald Trump in the Dayton area. The sweeping job losses …

Veterans Democrats Protest Trump Arch Near Midterms

Democratic lawmakers, veterans, and concerned citizens gathered in Memorial Circle to protest the arch President Trump proposes for Arlington National Cemetery. The demonstration, held on a quiet Saturday, focused on the…

‘Elon is my prophet’: how Musk’s Doge team took a wrecking ball to Washington

The Guardian published a deep-dive investigative feature examining the chaotic tenure of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team and its disruptive impact on federal agencies in Washington. Operating …

US-Enforced Snapback Sanctions Urged as Saudi Arabia Intercepts Ballistic Missiles

Tensions in the Middle East reached a critical juncture as Saudi air defense systems successfully intercepted incoming ballistic missiles targeting the Kingdom's vital infrastructure. In response to the escalating securi…

Israeli Airstrike Kills Five in Gaza Apartment Building Early Saturday

An Israeli airstrike targeting an apartment building in western Gaza City killed at least five Palestinians and severely injured several others early Saturday morning. Local health and civil defense officials, along with…

Samuel Alito Reveals He’s Lost Friendships Over Supreme Court Decisions

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito confirmed in a recent broadcast interview that he has lost long-standing personal friendships due to major judicial rulings, including the 2022 Dobbs decision overturning Roe v. Wade. S…

A look at how overseas ballots are verified and counted in the midterms

The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act governs voting for U.S. citizens abroad, combining federal baselines with state regulations. Civilian expatriates and active-duty military personnel utilize the Fed…

Who's spending big, and where, in most expensive election cycle ever

Political campaign spending for the United States midterm elections has reached unprecedented levels, establishing this cycle as the most expensive in history. Billions of dollars are flowing directly from national party…

Could the International Space Station win a Nobel Peace Prize? Here's what to know

The International Space Station partnership has emerged as a potential contender for the Nobel Peace Prize due to its enduring legacy of global cooperation. Forecasters at the Peace Research Institute Oslo highlighted th…

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