National Politics
Increasing Duration and Frequency of Government Shutdowns
The phenomenon of government shutdowns is becoming more pronounced in the United States, with recent instances marking significant milestones in terms of duration. The federal government experienced a shutdown lasting 43 days last fall, followed
Chicago Council Battles Over Referendums and Governance
The Chicago City Council recently approved several non-binding referendum proposals. These were favored by opponents of Mayor Brandon Johnson. The referendums will be on the ballot for next year’s citywide election. One contentious question asks
Tensions Rise Within Democrats as Hasan Piker Draws Controversy
During the College Democrats of America Summer Convention, Twitch streamer Hasan Piker made headlines. Piker called for radical change within the Democratic Party, criticizing members he views as compromising. His comments have highlighted divisions within
Sunny Hostin’s Remarks on Reparations and Historical Accountability
Sunny Hostin, co-host of The View, has voiced concerns about the political motivations behind congressional hearings on the Smithsonian Institution. Hostin suggests the discussions are linked to the Trump administration’s stance against granting reparations to
Sen. Darline Graham Announces Candidacy for Full Senate Term
Senator Darline Graham, from South Carolina, has announced her decision to run for a full Senate term in November. This declaration was made during an interview with ‘Hannity,’ marking her first public speech since the
Populism and the Challenges of Democracy
America marks its 250th year amidst clashing populist ideologies. These movements present divergent solutions for national issues. Despite differences, both the MAGA right and the socialist left share a common belief: the system is unfair.
Colorado Candidate Melat Kiros Advocates for Change in U.S. Representation
In a recent event in Denver, Colorado, Melat Kiros, a socialist candidate, expressed her desire to see more immigrants with backgrounds from the global south involved in U.S. politics. She aims to challenge what she
Rep. Buddy Carter Questions Network Decisions on Trump Speech
Rep. Buddy Carter, R-Ga., is pressing the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to examine the broadcast choices of ABC, NBC, and CBS following their decisions not to air or to limit coverage of President Donald Trump’s
Senate’s Response to President Trump’s Speech on SAVE America Act
President Donald Trump delivered a primetime speech on Thursday, advocating for the passage of the SAVE America Act. Despite his efforts, the speech didn’t significantly alter opinions, according to several Republican senators across different viewpoints
U.S. Military Actions and Rising Tensions with Iran
The U.S. military launched another series of airstrikes against Iran on Monday, marking the tenth day of continuous operations as the conflict’s toll increases. The strikes commenced at 4 p.m. EDT, under President Trump’s directive,