In the aftermath of an ISIS-inspired attack in New York City, it wasn’t just CNN that became the target of widespread scorn. As CNN’s report of the would-be terrorist bombing focused on the weather and the alleged perpetrators, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was also lambasted for beginning his address by focusing on Islamophobia. […]
Our nation’s capital is one of the most expensive places in the country to live, especially for entry-level workers. A legislative staffer or policy analyst in their late 20s earns roughly $58,000 a year, yet median rents in the district routinely exceed $2,300 per month — nearly half their income. Add in the rising cost of groceries, tens […]
The efficiency and destructiveness of the United States’s military so far in the Iran campaign have been historic, and the bravery and professionalism of the people at the tip of the spear are awe-inspiring. However, it’s also worth remembering that the shaft of that spear is long and comprised of thousands of essential workers, not all of them in […]
Technology is disrupting the U.S. banking industry. Cryptocurrency firms are trying to compete directly with America’s largest banks in pursuit of the financial assets of the country’s households and businesses. But the crypto firms that want to collect customer deposits do not want to be subject to the capital requirements and banking regulations that govern America’s biggest banks. […]
Wars used to announce themselves with troop movements, air-raid sirens, and closed skies. Today, the opening move is often invisible. By the time physical conflict begins, the digital battlefield has already been shaped. Modern warfare often begins when adversaries quietly penetrate digital systems such as traffic cameras, mobile phones, logistics networks, and data platforms. As […]
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is turning its focus to state bar associations in its quest to clamp down on the weaponization of the justice system. As DOJ lawyers face piling complaints, the government is seeking greater control over the ethics probes that can result in disciplinary actions including disbarment. It has prompted a firestorm of questions about the agency’s bid for...
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) said he is pleased that President Trump is removing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem from her post. “Well, I'm glad he moved on,” Tillis told host Jake Tapper on CNN’s “State of the Union.” “Secretary Noem may have been effective as the governor in South Dakota, but it's...
Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday underscored Tehran's relationship with Moscow, as reports that Russia is providing the Middle Eastern country with intelligence have surfaced amid the U.S. military campaign in the region. "A military cooperation between Iran and Russia is not something new. It's not a secret. It has been in the past,...
Rural childcare is essential for the 2.5 million farmworkers in the U.S., who face unique challenges in accessing childcare, and should be included in the farm bill to ensure their children have access to adequate care and the farmworkers can continue to provide food for the nation.
While Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem will soon depart her Cabinet-level post, Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) also wants White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller to leave President Trump's inner circle. Tillis told CNN's Jake Tapper on “State of the Union” Sunday that Miller, a longtime adviser to Trump dating back...
Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Sunday downplayed concerns about the Strait of Hormuz closure amid the conflict in Iran. “One large tanker has already gone through the straits with no issues at all. So as the general just described, we're massively attiring their ability to strike with missiles and drones, and that rate of attrition...
Republican Sen. Thom Tillis (N.C.) said Sunday his party has “lost the debate” on immigration, days after President Trump tapped Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) to replace Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem. “We’ve lost the debate over immigration and deportations. I believe that we should deport everyone that we can find that came...
A long-awaited plaque honoring law enforcement officers who protected the Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot was installed on Saturday after a three-year delay. “On behalf of a grateful Congress, this plaque honors the extraordinary individuals who bravely protected and defended this symbol of democracy on January 6, 2021,” the plaque says. “Their heroism...
President Trump on Sunday threatened to not sign any bills into law until the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act is approved by the Senate, doubling down on his push to change voting requirements ahead of the midterm elections. “I, as President, will not sign other Bills until this is passed, AND NOT THE...
A Sunday explosion causing minor damage to the U.S. Embassy in Oslo is being investigated by Norwegian police. Authorities said they received a report about the explosion at around 1 a.m. local time. “Emergency services have had extensive resources at the scene, but no injuries and only minor material damage have been reported at the...
Means’s testimony provides abundant evidence that confirming her as the government’s leading spokesperson on public health would reinforce the administration’s use of conspiracy theories instead of scientific research to set priorities and polices — and make many more Americans sick again.
President Trump on Saturday evening dismissed one of Tehran's few surviving leaders' threats against the U.S as its military campaign in Iran enters its second week. "I have no idea what he's talking about, who he is. I couldn't care less," Trump told CBS News, when asked about Ali Larijani, who has vowed to retaliate...
