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Political Violence Apart from Theories of Power

I expected more political violence in the last ten years than we have seen.

Puzzling Ninth Circuit Ruling on Pleading Title VII Religious Discrimination

Back in September, a divided Ninth Circuit panel ruled (in Detwiler v. Mid-Columbia Medical Center) that a Title VII plaintiff did not adequately plead...

Why Orbán’s Loss Matters

He undermined America’s interests abroad, and he inspired those who strive to undermine American conservatism from within.

Dirty Work, Done Dirt Cheap

Dishwashers are among the most badly needed workers in restaurants — but remain among the lowest paid.

White House hails this year’s record tax refunds for Americans

The White House spent tax day arguing that record tax refunds have boosted the U.S. economy. But it may not be enough to offset the setbacks from higher energy prices due to the Iran war.

From dropping bombs to pressuring banks: U.S. pivots to economic warfare on Iran

If the U.S. and Iran aren't able to soon come to a deal to end the war or extend the ceasefire that expires next week, the Trump administration is setting the stage to shift its war campaign toward a more economic-focused effort aimed at choking Tehran into submission rather than relying on bombs alone.

Democrats’ war powers resolution dies in Senate, more expected

Senate Democrats' war powers vote failed Wednesday after Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer vowed to flood the floor with such measures until the war in Iran ends or the upper chamber limits President Trump's military authority in Iran.

Judge halts ICE’s attempt to turn Maryland warehouse into migrant detention space

A federal judge has issued an injunction preventing ICE from moving ahead with plans to turn a warehouse in Maryland into migrant detention space, the state's attorney general said Wednesday.

Nationwide redistricting brawl nears the end Tuesday in Virginia referendum

Virginia's redistricting referendum next week marks the beginning of the end of a nationwide battle to use mid-decade redistricting to help gain control of the U.S. House.

White House says prospects of deal with Iran are ‘good’ but Trump has not extended ceasefire

President Trump has not agreed to a formal extension of the ceasefire with Iran, but the U.S. is engaging with Pakistani mediators and is open to a second round of talks in Islamabad, the White House said Wednesday.

Trump ready to formally submit plans for 250-foot Triumphal Arch

President Trump will formally submit the plans on Thursday for his 250-foot Triumphal Arch in Washington, the White House announced.

Republican House candidate drops out of Minnesota race for Middle East deployment

Republican House candidate Tyler Kistner announced Wednesday that he’s dropping out of the race for Rep. Angie Craig’s Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional seat due to a Middle East deployment.  Kistner ran unsuccessfully for Craig’s seat in both 2020 and 2022, coming within single-digits of an upset. He had mounted another 2026 bid as Craig vacates her...

Swalwell lawyer alleges ‘political hit job,’ decries ‘trial in the court of public opinion’

An attorney representing former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) denied sexual assault and misconduct accusations against her client on Wednesday, alleging the claims were part of a “political hit job” designed to undermine his now-suspended bid for California governor. “If it's conspicuous, the timing of this, it's because it's just no coincidence that this is now...

Trump’s allies and rivals dominate TIME’s 100 most influential list

TIME Magazine released its annual list of “100 most influential people” on Wednesday, including many of President Trump’s political allies and rivals. The outlet considers recommendations from reporters and sources from around the world, and highlights leaders in the political, business and artistic spheres.  Trump himself is named on the list, along with several members...

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