Politics & Policy Trump photo-op and budget proposal spotlight gender extremism in policy debates
A staged photo-op and a federal funding plan have converged to raise questions about how gender-related issues are framed in security policy
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Politics & Policy Melania Trump denies connection to Jeffrey Epstein as Paolo Zampolli and Amanda Ungaro surface
Melania Trump stepped forward with a short statement denying any relationship to Jeffrey Epstein after reporting tied Paolo Zampolli and Amanda Ungaro…
Politics & Policy Trump tax message contrasts with DoorDash visit to the White House
A DoorDash driver was brought to the White House to personify a tax policy benefit, but the moment ended up revealing a…
Politics & Policy Melania Trump’s press statement on Epstein explained
Melania Trump's tightly scripted denial of Epstein prompts more questions than answers
Politics & Policy How allegations about Bryon Noem deepened scrutiny of Kristi Noem
Allegations about Bryon Noem's online interactions and photos have sparked renewed attention to Kristi Noem's public positions and the gap critics say…
Politics & Policy Pressure grows on Eric Swalwell to leave California governor race amid sexual assault claims
Major Democratic figures and labor groups are distancing themselves from Rep. Eric Swalwell after a former staffer alleged sexual assault, prompting calls…
Politics & Policy Swalwell fights allegations as his California governor bid unravels
Eric Swalwell posted a direct denial after multiple women accused him of misconduct, triggering high-profile withdrawals and union actions
Politics & Policy Republican-backed bill links federal education dollars to removal of trans-inclusive materials
A controversial federal proposal would label some references to transgender people as prohibited and threaten school funding for districts that don’t comply
Politics & Policy High school drag photos of Georgia congressmen expose political hypocrisy
Two Georgia representatives photographed in drag during high school now promote policies restricting transgender rights, prompting questions about hypocrisy and political theater
Politics & Policy Trump announces a two-week ceasefire: political fallout and cultural flashpoints
A swift international pause triggered rapid political responses, questions about diplomacy and personnel, and renewed attention to local culture clashes
Politics & Policy How leadership losses and policy swings are straining the U.S. military amid Iran tensions
Rachel Maddow argues that recent firings and departures in the military, combined with risky political choices, have left U.S. institutions weakened as…
Politics & Policy Erick Erickson compares Trump’s threats to Transgender Day of Visibility falling on Easter
Erick Erickson's remark defending President Trump's violent social media rhetoric over the overlap of Transgender Day of Visibility and Easter provoked backlash…
Politics & Policy Eighth Circuit allows Iowa’s school book ban and ‘don’t say gay’ provisions to take effect
A three-judge panel of the U.S. Eighth Circuit cleared the way for Iowa to implement provisions of its 2026 law limiting classroom…
Politics & Policy How neighbors and protesters protect democracy
Learn how everyday acts of neighboring and collective protest can shore up democracy when institutions falter
Politics & Policy Taylor Brown to lead NYC Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs with focus on rights and services
Taylor Brown’s leadership of the new Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs blends immediate defense of transgender people with long-term efforts to remedy disparities…
Politics & Policy Booing Donald Trump leads to brief detention at Kennedy Center, journalist says
A former national TV anchor says expressing dissent at a federally funded venue drew security attention
Politics & Policy Trump threats to Iran’s infrastructure raise war crime concerns
President Trump’s escalating threats to destroy Iranian civilian infrastructure have drawn warnings from international law experts and humanitarian advocates
Politics & Policy Inside the FBI’s glossy recap of Director Kash Patel’s first year
A glossy FBI video highlighting Director Kash Patel’s first year mixes enforcement footage and political praise, drawing scrutiny
Politics & Policy How a last-minute Democratic filing unsettled the Nebraska Senate race
A surprise Democrat filing and heated claims of a Trojan-horse campaign have reshaped the Nebraska Senate contest
Politics & Policy Republican amendment to block trans teachers in Kentucky fails after procedural setback
A Republican amendment tied to HB 759 that sought to block people diagnosed under an older edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical…
Politics & Policy Pam Bondi ousted from Justice Department after Epstein files dispute
Pam Bondi’s dismissal sparked online reaction after reports linked her exit to disputes over the Jeffrey Epstein files and investigative priorities
Politics & Policy Why Pam Bondi’s departure matters for the Department of Justice and politics
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi was dismissed after a turbulent tenure marked by contentious management of the Epstein files and a sustained…
Politics & Policy Buttigieg highlights ethics questions about Transportation Secretary after Atlantic exposé
Pete Buttigieg used social media to highlight an Atlantic investigation into Sean Duffy, underscoring ethics concerns as the administration faces significant Cabinet…
Politics & Policy Claims of alien-human breeding sites prompt fresh questions about UAP disclosure
A former congressman describes a military briefing about alleged alien-human hybrids, linking it to wider UAP investigations and past ethics controversies.
Politics & Policy Don Lemon says he could lead better than Donald Trump and discusses double standards
Don Lemon addresses controversy, asserts uneven standards for women and minorities, and explains why an independent campaign would be difficult