Archive for August, 2026
Upcoming Special Election for Marco Rubio’s Former Senate Seat
The special election scheduled for November is crucial in determining who will take over Marco Rubio’s Senate seat. Rubio vacated the position when he was appointed secretary of state. Sen. Ashley Moody, a Republican from
Nine Republicans Compete for Wyoming’s Sole House Seat
As of August 18, 2026, the Republican field for Wyoming’s single House seat is crowded with nine candidates. These individuals are each aiming to become the party’s nominee, succeeding Rep. Harriet Hageman. Hageman has vacated
Republicans and Democrats Compete for Wyoming Senate Seat
As the political arena in Wyoming heats up, five Republicans are in the running to replace the retiring Senator Cynthia Lummis. Among these candidates is Rep. Harriet Hageman, who has secured the endorsement of former
Alaska’s Open Governor’s Race Sees 17 Candidates Competing
On Tuesday, Alaska voters face a unique challenge as they navigate an open primary with 17 candidates vying for the governor’s seat. This marks the state’s first genuinely open gubernatorial race in more than 20
Republican and Democratic Candidates Compete for Wyoming Governor’s Seat
Four Republican candidates are in the race to succeed Wyoming’s retiring Governor Mark Gordon. The election in November will see the Republican winner competing against the sole Democratic contender, Kenneth Casner. This political contest is
U.S. Strategic Moves in Asia Raise Concerns
August 18, 2026 – 6:26 p.m. EDT The United States’ recent actions in Asia have sparked concerns about strategic clarity. President Donald Trump announced via Truth Social that he directed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to
Frank Beard of ZZ Top Dies at 77
Frank Beard, the drummer for the Texas boogie rock trio ZZ Top, passed away at the age of 77. He was known for setting the rhythm for some of the band’s biggest hits such as
Trump Administration Moves to Ease Restrictions on National Forests
Forest Service Proposes Changes to Roadless Rule Recently, the Trump administration took steps to eliminate protections for 44 million acres of national forest. The U.S. Forest Service has put forward a proposal to revoke the
Legislation Aims to Protect Social Security from Student Loan Garnishment
A recent legislative proposal from Senator Bernie Sanders seeks to prevent the federal government from reducing Social Security benefits to collect unpaid federal student loans. The bill, titled the Stop Social Security Garnishment Act, aims
Tupac Shakur Murder Trial: Examining the Role of Duane Davis’ Memoir
Nearing three decades after the murder of Tupac Shakur on the Las Vegas Strip, the trial of Duane “Keffe D” Davis is shedding light on a well-known piece of evidence: Davis’ memoir, Compton Street Legend.