The First Debate of 2028: JD Vance’s Dual Nature on Display
Since launching his vice presidential campaign this summer, JD Vance has been an enigma to many within the conservative elite. His supporters have long awaited the other side of Vance — the side that appeals not only to the MAGA…
Why Trump Likely Won’t Try to Remove Fed Chair Jay Powell
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s confident response to a question about whether he’d step down if President-elect Donald Trump asked him to went viral last week. Powell’s firm stance in such a volatile political moment raised eyebrows. But the reasons…
Biden White House Weighs Preemptive Pardons Amid Rising Fears of Trump’s Return
As Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House looms, President Joe Biden’s senior aides are reportedly engaged in intense deliberations over whether to issue preemptive pardons to a range of current and former public officials who could face political…
The ABC Settlement Is Just the Start of Trump’s Press Crackdown. History Shows What Might Come Next
In July 1864, Edward Fuller, editor of the Newark Evening Journal, dared to publish a scathing critique of President Abraham Lincoln’s call for 500,000 new conscripts, branding it a call for willing “butchery.” Within weeks, Fuller was arrested by Union…
Defending Journalism in an Era of Misinformation and Government Scrutiny
In a recent report by The Washington Post, NewsGuard—a company that evaluates the reliability of news sources—was thrust into the crosshairs of incoming Trump administration regulators and far-right members of Congress. The accusation? That NewsGuard, and by extension its journalists,…
Brian Schweitzer’s Challenge: Bridging the Divide Among Montana Democrats
Brian Schweitzer, the charismatic former governor of Montana, has long been a political force in Big Sky Country, with his bolo ties, animated speeches, and folksy charm earning him widespread popularity. But as Schweitzer prepares for a potential run for…
A Pardon for Reconciliation: Why Biden Should Preempt Trump on Jan. 6
As President Joe Biden approaches the twilight of his term, Democrats have proposed a range of bold pardons: for those who investigated the Jan. 6 insurrection, undocumented immigrants, and individuals at risk of prosecution under restrictive laws like the Comstock…
Tributes Pour In as Former President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 100
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, the 39th president and a revered humanitarian, has passed away, prompting tributes from leaders across the political spectrum. Carter’s death was confirmed on Sunday by the Carter Center, marking the end of a lifetime of…
Biden Signs Funding Bill into Law, Preventing US Government Shutdown
President Joe Biden has signed a bipartisan funding bill into law, successfully averting a government shutdown. The legislation, passed by both the Democratic-controlled Senate and Republican-controlled House, ensures government operations continue through mid-March, averting significant disruption during the year-end holiday…
Trump Aligns with Tech Leaders Musk and Ramaswamy in Visa Debate
President-elect Donald Trump has expressed his support for the H-1B visa program, aligning himself with tech executives Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in a growing debate over the hiring of skilled foreign workers in the United States. In an interview…
Trump Seeks Delay of TikTok Ban as US Supreme Court Prepares to Hear Case
President-elect Donald Trump has urged the U.S. Supreme Court to delay the potential ban of TikTok while he seeks a “political resolution” to the matter. In a legal brief filed on Friday, Trump’s lawyer emphasized that the incoming president opposes…
Biden Vows Transparency in Investigation into Deadly New Orleans Attack
President Joe Biden condemned the recent terrorist attack in New Orleans that claimed the lives of 15 people and injured many more, calling it “despicable.” Speaking from Camp David on Wednesday, Biden expressed his condolences and pledged the nation’s support…