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Supreme Court Strikes Down Colorado's Ban on Conversion Therapy for Minors

The Supreme Court has rejected Colorado's law prohibiting licensed therapists from attempting to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of minors, dealing a significant blow to protection...

Sarah Mitchell March 31, 2026 0 comments 6 min read

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The Fading Link Between Gas Prices and Presidential Approval

Gasoline prices have long been a political liability for sitting presidents. For decades, the correlation between pump costs and approval ratings seemed almost mechanical—when drivers paid more at ...

Sarah Mitchell March 31, 2026 0 comments 6 min read

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Trump Eyes Moon Mission as Legacy-Building Moment

As NASA prepares for the Artemis II mission, President Trump is positioning the lunar program as a defining achievement of his presidency—one that goes beyond the scientific accomplishments of the ...

Sarah Mitchell March 31, 2026 0 comments 7 min read

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American Support for Birthright Citizenship Has Shifted Since the 1990s

Public opinion on birthright citizenship has undergone a notable transformation over the past three decades, with the majority of Americans now backing the practice despite significant partisan hes...

Sarah Mitchell March 31, 2026 0 comments 6 min read

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The Personal Stakes Behind the Court's Birthright Citizenship Case

The Supreme Court's upcoming decision on birthright citizenship will be deliberated by justices whose own family histories bear the imprint of immigration law. As the nine justices prepare to weigh...

Sarah Mitchell March 31, 2026 0 comments 7 min read

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Trump Weighs Military Pressure Against Iran as Diplomacy Stalls

President Trump is confronting a high-stakes calculus over Iran as diplomatic channels remain frozen and military options grow more tangible. The administration has signaled interest in opening neg...

Sarah Mitchell March 31, 2026 0 comments 6 min read

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Starmer Treads Careful Line as US Expands Military Presence in Britain

Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a delicate balancing act as the United States bolsters its military footprint on British territory, deploying additional warplanes to bases across the country.The ...

Sarah Mitchell March 31, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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Moon Mission Momentum Stalls as Americans Prioritize Other Space Spending

NASA's push to return astronauts to the lunar surface faces a credibility challenge: most Americans would rather the agency spend its budget elsewhere.Consistent polling reveals that public support...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Trump Administration Eyes Expansion of Volatile Private Credit Markets

The Trump administration is moving to open private credit investments to a broader swath of American savers, even as the sector begins displaying troubling signs of weakness. Private credit markets...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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In Maine Senate Race, Controversial Past Becomes a Campaign Asset

Maine's Democratic primary for Senate has upended conventional political wisdom about what damages a candidacy. The state's governor, Janet Mills, is betting that her opponent's history of offensiv...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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SEC Shifts Course on Crypto Under Trump Administration

The Securities and Exchange Commission has moved toward a more accommodating stance on cryptocurrency, marking a notable reversal from its prior regulatory posture. Under President Trump's administ...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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DOJ Inspector General Faces Accusations of Stonewalling, Lawyers Say

A fired Justice Department lawyer's legal team is accusing the agency's inspector general of repeatedly ignoring their requests for investigations into alleged misconduct, according to the attorney...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Swalwell Demands FBI Stop Turning Over Case Files to Trump Administration

Rep. Eric Swalwell has sent a cease-and-desist letter to the FBI, objecting to the agency's release of documents related to a previous investigation into the California Democrat.The move reflects m...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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Florida to Rename West Palm Beach Airport After Trump

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed legislation to rename the airport serving the West Palm Beach area after former President Donald Trump, pending federal approval.The facility will become Pr...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Trump Administration Backs Away From Cuba Oil Blockade Threat

The Trump administration is retreating from earlier threats to cut off oil shipments to Cuba, signaling a more flexible approach after a Russian tanker delivered crude to the island nation.White Ho...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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U.S. Deploys Experimental Missile in Strike on Iranian Sports Facility

The United States has used the Precision Strike Missile in combat for what appears to be the first time, targeting a sports hall in Iran as part of recent military operations in the region. The wea...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Understanding the Primaries Ahead: What Voters Need to Know

Primary elections are about to reshape the political landscape in Maine, Michigan, and beyond, but many voters remain unclear about how these contests actually work and why they matter. At their co...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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Trump Administration Files Lawsuit Against Minnesota Over Transgender Athlete Policy

The Trump administration has sued Minnesota over the state's refusal to comply with a federal directive restricting transgender athletes from competing in girls' sports. Minnesota declined to follo...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Sanford Eyes Return to Congress After Decades Away

Mark Sanford, the former South Carolina governor and congressman, has filed to run for his old congressional seat, marking a potential political resurrection nearly two decades after a scandal dera...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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Leadership Vacuum Complicates Iran's Negotiating Position as Officials Die

Iran's government faces deepening coordination problems as the sudden deaths of key officials leave negotiating teams uncertain about their government's actual positions, according to people famili...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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TSA Officers Begin Receiving Pay Following Trump's DHS Order

President Trump signed an executive order Friday directing the Department of Homeland Security to compensate TSA officers, ending a period without regular paychecks for the workforce. The memo does...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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Democrat Wins Unexpected State Senate Seat in Republican-Held Florida District

Democrats claimed a significant pickup in Florida state politics this month when Brian Nathan, an electrician, won a special election to the state Senate in a district long held by Republicans.Nath...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Guantánamo Bay Glimmers While Cuba's Power Grid Darkens

The contrast is stark and immediate: on one side of a minefield, the U.S. naval base at Guantánamo Bay blazes with electric light. On the other, Cuba descends into darkness as the island nation gra...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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Conservative Backers Question Direction of UNC Civics Program

A University of North Carolina initiative designed to foster civil dialogue across ideological lines is facing criticism from some of its original conservative advocates, who argue the program has ...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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Conservative Legal Experts Divided Over Trump's Birthright Citizenship Challenge

President Trump's executive order targeting birthright citizenship has fractured what was once a settled consensus among constitutional scholars across the ideological spectrum. For generations, le...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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New Homeland Security Chief Inherits Trump's Deportation Push Without the Fanfare

Markwayne Mullin is taking the helm of the Department of Homeland Security at a moment when the agency faces competing pressures: a need to rebuild public confidence after years of controversy, pai...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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LaGuardia Incident Prompts Safety Review of Overnight Staffing Levels

Following a recent incident at LaGuardia Airport, aviation safety officials are reconsidering current staffing protocols for late-night operations. The event has sparked a broader debate about whet...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 6 min read

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Immigration Enforcement Could Continue Airport Operations Beyond T.S.A. Payment Resolution, Official Indicates

While Transportation Security Administration personnel are scheduled to receive their paychecks beginning Monday, a top Trump administration official signaled that Immigration and Customs Enforceme...

Sarah Mitchell March 30, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Trump Administration Deploys Elite Military Units to Middle East Amid Regional Tensions

The Trump administration has ordered a contingent of elite military personnel to the Middle East, signaling heightened concerns about regional stability and potential threats to critical infrastruc...

Sarah Mitchell March 29, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Well-Funded Coalition Launches Campaign to Advance Artificial Intelligence Policy Ahead of Midterm Elections

A newly established political organization is gearing up for a substantial financial commitment to promote policies centered on artificial intelligence development and regulation during the upcomin...

Sarah Mitchell March 29, 2026 0 comments 6 min read

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U.S. Military Presence in Middle East Reaches Highest Levels in Recent Years

The United States has significantly bolstered its military footprint across the Middle East, with deployments now exceeding 50,000 personnel, according to recent figures.The latest reinforcement in...

Sarah Mitchell March 29, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Geopolitical Tensions in Middle East Spur Global Energy Diversification Away From Gas

Escalating conflict involving Iran threatens to upend the international energy landscape, creating divergent economic outcomes for different nations depending on their roles in the global fuel trad...

Sarah Mitchell March 29, 2026 0 comments 3 min read

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Immigration Policy, Middle East Tensions Drive Massive Protest Turnout as Election Season Intensifies

Thousands gathered across the nation for "No Kings" demonstrations as the midterm election cycle approaches its critical phase, with multiple contentious issues driving participation.The escalating...

Sarah Mitchell March 29, 2026 0 comments 7 min read

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Vance Secures CPAC Straw Poll Victory as Rubio's Support Strengthens Within Conservative Base

Leadership at the Conservative Political Action Conference utilized newly released polling data to counter widespread assertions that the Republican Party remains fractured regarding Middle East po...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 3 min read

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Trump Administration's Request for Files on Democratic Congressman Raises Concerns Among FBI Career Staff

The Trump administration has directed federal law enforcement to excavate archival investigative records pertaining to Representative Eric Swalwell, prompting disquiet among seasoned agents within ...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 3 min read

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Scrutinizing Arguments Surrounding the SAVE Act: Evaluating Republican Voting Legislation Claims and Implications

A comprehensive examination of the contentious Republican-backed SAVE Act reveals competing assertions about the measure's necessity and consequences. This analysis evaluates the reasoning behind t...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 3 min read

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Trump Champions Contentious Legislative Package as Strategic Political Tool

Former President Donald Trump is pushing forcefully for passage of the SAVE America Act, a sweeping legislative proposal that includes provisions targeting voting procedures and healthcare policies...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 7 min read

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Trump's Iran Strategy Tests Isolationist Base at Conservative Summit

The Conservative Political Action Conference, long dominated by nationalist and non-interventionist voices, faces an identity crisis as the Trump administration signals a more aggressive military p...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 6 min read

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Veteran Activists Stage Kennedy Center Demonstration Against Alleged Censorship and Political Interference in Arts

Two iconic entertainers added their names to a coalition of performers and cultural figures who assembled near the prestigious Washington venue to voice objections to what they characterized as inc...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Tehran Tightens Grip on Critical Waterway as Bilateral Tensions Escalate With Strikes

Iran demonstrated its willingness to enforce restrictions on maritime traffic through one of the world's most strategically important passages on Friday, as two commercial vessels heeded warnings t...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 4 min read

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Conservative Summit Evaluates Next Generation of Republican Leadership Beyond Trump Era

Conservative Political Action Conference participants engaged in substantive discussions about the future direction of the Republican Party, examining prominent figures who could shape the movement...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 7 min read

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Administration Announces Fresh Loan Support Package for Agricultural Sector

The White House unveiled an expanded lending assistance initiative aimed at bolstering the farming community, which has experienced significant economic strain amid ongoing trade disputes and geopo...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 6 min read

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Defense Secretary's Personnel Decisions Spark Controversy Over Promotion Selections

A divisive dispute has erupted following the Pentagon's top official's effort to eliminate what he characterizes as discriminatory practices affecting male military personnel in advancement decisio...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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Federal Court Agrees to Dismiss Charges Against Officers Involved in Breonna Taylor Case

A federal judge has consented to abandon legal proceedings against law enforcement personnel connected to the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor, following a motion filed by the previous administrati...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 3 min read

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Dozen U.S. Service Members Wounded in Iranian Assault on Middle East Military Installation

A coordinated barrage combining unmanned aircraft and ballistic weapons targeted an American military facility in the Saudi kingdom, resulting in injuries to approximately a dozen personnel station...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 7 min read

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Trump Claims Regional Stability Achieved Despite Fresh Iranian Military Action Causing U.S. Casualties

During remarks at a gathering in Saudi Arabia, the former president declared the Middle East situation resolved, contending that Tehran sought negotiations with Washington. His optimistic assessmen...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 6 min read

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From the Cabin to Capitol Hill: Flight Attendant Launches Congressional Bid Between Shifts

Kaela Berg represents a growing wave of candidates from modest economic backgrounds whom Democratic strategists believe could strengthen the party's appeal among working-class Americans.The flight ...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 5 min read

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States Weigh Legalization of Unpasteurized Dairy Products Amid Health Debates

Legislators across multiple states are examining proposals that would broaden the availability of raw dairy milk to consumers, reigniting a longstanding debate over personal freedom versus public h...

Sarah Mitchell March 28, 2026 0 comments 4 min read