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The DSA’s dangerous takeover: Letters to the Editor — Aug. 8, 2026

The DSAers couldn’t have entered the Democratic Party without being invited. Upon entry, they are quickly taking over the paraty and trying to kill this country.

The Allegedly Awful Jobs Report

Our sense of what counts as a bad or good jobs report hasn’t kept...

What Do We Want Congress to Do?

Before deciding whether to change the filibuster, we should decide what we actually want...

Trump’s Latest Birthright Citizenship and Birth Tourism Orders Narrow the Dispute

There’s no guarantee that Trump’s latest birthright citizenship orders will stand up in court,...

Judge won’t shut down Trump Justice Department prosecution of Southern Poverty Law Center

The Justice Department can move forward with its criminal case against the Southern Poverty Law Center, the federal judge overseeing the case ruled, rejecting the SPLC's claim that it is the victim of an illegal and vindictive prosecution.

Corn growers seek markets, not handouts, as economic woes mount

Corn growers are pleading with Washington to allow year-round sales of higher ethanol-blended fuel and to clinch trade deals that open new markets, as farmers confront a "perfect storm" of rising costs and lower crop prices.

U.S. to offer financial boost to Argentina during its market woes, Bessent says

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday the U.S. is prepared to offer Argentina a financial lifeline after a disappointing local election for Argentine President Javier Milei prompted market chaos and a plunge in its peso currency.

Ukrainian refugee’s train stabbing death becomes early flashpoint in 2026 North Carolina Senate race

Republicans in North Carolina and beyond are making a concerted effort to turn the stabbing death of a Ukrainian woman on a Charlotte commuter train into a political liability for Democratic former Gov. Roy Cooper in his bid to win a key U.S. Senate race that is still more than a year away.

Thune slams Democrats’ ‘cold-blooded partisan’ tactics as funding deadline nears

Republicans leave Washington, D.C., without funding deal as President Donald Trump calls potential government shutdown likely and Democrats blame GOP for impasse.

Newsom on courtroom collision course with Trump over ICE mask ban

Federal officials vow to ignore California's ban on masked law enforcement during immigration raids, setting up potential constitutional clash over state versus federal power.

Elon Musk wades into Virginia transgender bathroom clash, says Dem gov candidate wrongly ‘blaming’ Trump

Federal investigation targets five Virginia school districts over transgender bathroom policies as gubernatorial candidates debate the controversial issue.

Macron stakes anti-Trump global role with Gaza initiative at UN summit

French President Emmanuel Macron uses the UN General Assembly to position France as an alternative global power, renewing calls for Palestinian state recognition.

From Kirk to Kimmel: Fiery NJ debate spotlights political violence and free speech

New Jersey gubernatorial candidates Jack Ciattarelli and Rep. Mikie Sherrill debated political violence and responses to Charlie Kirk's assassination during their first debate.

Trump to reveal medical finding he calls ‘answer to autism’ in major announcement

President Donald Trump said he will reveal a major medical finding on autism Monday, after his administration has said that it would seek to understand the cause by September.

Trump assassination attempt suspect Ryan Routh questions first witnesses as case nears its final stage

Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump, questioned his first of three witnesses Monday.

Conservative PAC turns tables on left-wing narrative defending teachers who smear Charlie Kirk

A conservative PAC has launched a new portal where users can report examples of teachers across the country who have praised, justified, or downplayed Charlie Kirk's murder.

Trump to Sign Off on TikTok Deal with Majority American Investors, ‘Retrained’ Algorithm

Trump has spent the beginning of his second term flouting a bipartisan law, upheld by the Supreme Court, banning the app domestically.

Colleges Race to Add AI Programs

Does this make good sense?

Two More Shootings, and More Questions About Political Motivations

Sadly, local authorities may not be up to the task of confronting the violence.

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