Politics & Policy Political fallout from claims about Kristi Noem’s husband
Political figures responded publicly to photos and claims about Bryon Noem while critics raised questions about privacy and past anti-LGBTQ+ stances
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Politics & Policy ATF findings cast doubt on ballistic evidence in Charlie Kirk shooting
An ATF analysis that did not definitively match the bullet to the rifle tied to Tyler Robinson has complicated the narrative around…
Politics & Policy Ticket sales plunge at Kennedy Center amid leadership overhaul
Attendance and ticket revenue at the Kennedy Center have plunged amid a high-profile leadership change and sweeping programming shifts
Politics & Policy Kristi Noem privacy request highlights transgender policy hypocrisy
A tabloid report about Bryon Noem has sparked questions about privacy protections and the gap between public policy and private life
Politics & Policy Allegations about Bryon Noem’s cross-dressing life raise questions for Kristi Noem
A tabloid story about Bryon Noem has put Kristi Noem back in the spotlight and reopened debate about her policies and conduct
Politics & Policy Watters labels Gavin Newsom ‘a woman trapped in a man’s body’ on air
A Fox News commentator's on-air jibe about Gavin Newsom's demeanor prompted criticism for misogyny and hypocrisy while highlighting tensions within Democratic electoral…
Politics & Policy Democrats say Nebraska entry is a GOP plant and seek to protect independent challenger
A conservative pastor filed for the Nebraska Democratic primary, prompting party leaders to call him a Republican plant and sparking legal and…
Politics & Policy Minnesota faces federal lawsuit over transgender athlete rules
Federal litigation targets Minnesota's school sports policy, raising stakes for student-athletes and state education funding
Politics & Policy Gavin Newsom faces criticism after press office used Grindr as a punchline
A volley of social media responses from Gov. Gavin Newsom's team that referenced Grindr has sparked criticism from LGBTQ+ leaders and intensified…
Politics & Policy How Fulton County’s ballot raid and Tulsi Gabbard’s testimony could reshape the midterms
A Fulton County challenge and witness testimony have reopened debate over the ballot seizure, highlighting possible false statements and political fallout
Politics & Policy Portugal moves to reinstate medical gatekeeping for legal gender change
Parliamentary proposals would reinstate medical certification for legal sex change, ban puberty blockers for minors, and prohibit gender-related classroom content, raising controversy…
Politics & Policy Why CPAC attendees were split on impeachment and what it signals
A moment at CPAC highlighted divisions when a cheer for impeachment was rebuked and an organizer's alleged misconduct resurfaced
Politics & Policy Hegseth’s removal of officers from promotion list prompts debate over bias
A controversial decision to remove four officers from a promotion list has prompted former military leaders and advocates to warn of politicization…
Politics & Policy ICE deployment at airports is not solving TSA delays
Footage of ICE agents standing around at major airports underscores funding differences and operational strain within Homeland Security
Politics & Policy Ohio legislators push HB 249 to restrict drag and tighten indecent exposure laws
A new Ohio measure redefines adult cabaret performance and raises questions about free expression, trans access to public spaces, and the politics…
Politics & Policy How an unverified claim about Mojtaba Khamenei became a talking point about the gay vote
A concise look at the claim about Mojtaba Khamenei, the use of YMCA as a campaign cue, and the gap between rhetoric…
Politics & Policy Idaho lawmakers move to make bathroom use a crime for transgender people
An Idaho legislative package moves to restrict transgender access to restrooms and to penalize cities for flying Pride flags, prompting objections from…
Politics & Policy How remarks by Evita Duffy and the death of Jeff Webb reverberate in conservative circles
A political remark about unmarried women and a fatal accident that claimed a conservative industry figure have both sparked reaction across media…
Politics & Policy Trump targets James Talarico while trans golfer sues USGA and LPGA over eligibility rules
A viral political smear of James Talarico and a high-profile legal challenge by trans golfer Hailey Davidson reveal how questions about gender…
Politics & Policy ICE airport deployments as a midterms rehearsal and the unfolding politics of scandal
Bannon’s pitch to use ICE at airports as a rehearsal for the fall of 2026 and Mark Robinson’s later admission about pornography…
Politics & Policy How appealing candidates became a deliberate Democratic tactic
The Democratic Party and grassroots organizers are spotlighting visually appealing candidates to capture attention, mobilize supporters, and boost fundraising in a culture…
Politics & Policy Trump highlights Memphis Safe Task Force amid praise and pushback
President Trump traveled to Memphis on March 23, 2026, to spotlight the Memphis Safe Task Force, prompting effusive praise from allies and…
Politics & Policy Bessent defends Trump after post about Robert Mueller’s death
An overview of Scott Bessent's defense of Donald Trump's post about Robert Mueller and the broad public response
Politics & Policy Markwayne Mullin confirmed as homeland security secretary amid controversy and PAC scrutiny
Markwayne Mullin will lead the Department of Homeland Security after a 54–45 Senate vote, raising questions about his policy priorities and the…
Politics & Policy How Speaker Mike Johnson’s shutdown explanation clashes with the facts about ACA subsidies
A media backlash questioned Speaker Mike Johnson's explanation for the shutdown and clarified what Democrats are actually seeking on Affordable Care Act…