Politics
Alibaba Challenges Pentagon Over Military Company Label
The Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has taken legal action against the Pentagon in response to its recent designation as a company with alleged links to the Chinese military. The lawsuit was filed on Tuesday, challenging
Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Attorney General Alan Wilson Compete in South Carolina GOP Runoff
Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, a Republican from South Carolina, addressed reporters following her endorsement by Gov. Henry McMaster for the 2026 GOP gubernatorial primary. This announcement took place on Thursday, February 12, 2026, in Columbia,
Senate Approves War Powers Resolution Against Iran
The Senate approved a resolution seeking to block U.S. military action against Iran, reflecting growing concerns among lawmakers. The 50-48 vote was a significant shift from previous attempts. Although symbolic, the resolution highlights Republican discontent
Justice Department Withdraws Subpoenas for Reporters
The Justice Department recently retracted subpoenas aimed at reporters from The Washington Post and the Wall Street Journal. These subpoenas requested the journalists to testify before a grand jury about their coverage of national security
Senate Directs Trump to End Iran War or Seek Congressional Approval
The Senate adopted a resolution on Tuesday directing President Trump to halt military operations in Iran unless Congress approves further action. This unprecedented bipartisan vote reflected a significant pushback against the ongoing conflict led by
Reflecting on G7 Summit Incidents: A Commentary
“En los pequeños detalles se ve la persona”, a saying my father cherished, implies that small details reveal much about a person. This rang true during the recent Group of 7 summit in France, where
The Replacement Race for Steny Hoyer’s Seat in Maryland
Maryland’s 5th congressional district faces a pivotal change. With the retirement of Steny Hoyer, who has served for 45 years, a diverse array of candidates are aiming to take his place. Hoyer, a long-standing Democratic
McCormick Urges GOP to Pass Voter ID Bill for Midterms
Senator Dave McCormick emphasizes the importance of passing the Save America Act. The proposed legislation includes crucial voter ID provisions aimed at securing the integrity of the midterm elections. McCormick points out that 80% of
Senate Delays Jay Clayton Confirmation Amid FISA and SAVE America Act Controversy
The Senate has postponed Jay Clayton’s confirmation hearing for the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) after President Trump disrupted plans with a declaration demanding the passage of the SAVE America Act before he supports the
Pentagon’s Request Amid Iran Conflict Faces Congressional Challenges
The Trump administration is preparing a substantial request to address munitions depletion due to the Iran conflict. This comes as Congress faces another significant funding plea from the Pentagon. A source confirmed to Fox News