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Texas governor declares Muslim civil rights group a terrorist organization

Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday declared one of the largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy groups in the U.S. a "foreign terrorist organization" under a proclamation that he said allows the state to try shutting them down.

Permitting reform is essential for powering innovation

With the federal government back open, Congress has an opportunity to tackle some of the most urgent challenges facing the nation. At the top of that list: ensuring America can build the energy infrastructure needed to fuel our growing economy and power innovation. As policymakers consider permitting reform in the weeks ahead, it’s worth remembering […]

Lowering the bar on proficiency is the latest fad in public education

Naturally, these state departments of education deny that they are reducing rigor, but the data show otherwise.

Larry Summers steps down from OpenAI amid Epstein fallout

Economist and former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers resigned from his role on the OpenAI board days after leaked emails unveiled his ties to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. “Larry has decided to resign from the OpenAI Board of Directors, and we respect his decision,” the board said in a statement to The Hill. “We...

Comey to argue vindictive prosecution by Trump warrants dismissal

A core claim used to undercut the prosecutions of President Trump’s foes will on Wednesday face its first real test in court. Former FBI Director James Comey will seek to convince a judge to dismiss his case because he is the target of a selective and vindictive prosecution at the hands of Trump’s Justice Department....

Redistricting blitz ignites in courts 

Legal fights over the blitz of mid-decade congressional redistricting are heating up as the clock ticks closer to key deadlines for the midterm elections. Texas’ map that adds five Republican pickup opportunities is now blocked unless the Supreme Court intervenes. Judges will convene Wednesday to consider blocking North Carolina’s new map that could give Republicans another...

As Trump’s approval drops, Democrats look ahead at the 2028 presidential race

As Donald Trump's approval rating continues to decline, the Democratic race for the White House intensifies, with California Gov. Gavin Newsom emerging as an early leader, while other potential candidates such as Kamala Harris, Pete Buttigieg, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are also vying for the nomination.

Shutdown lesson: We should privatize air traffic control, just like Canada did

Canada's privatized system is safer, cheaper, and doesn't have to be shut down every time Congress fails to pass appropriations bills.

Are Trump’s tariffs increasing inflation? The data might surprise you.

Earlier this month, the Supreme Court heard arguments over the legality of President Trump’s tariff policies. Based on the justices’ questioning, it appears the court is skeptical that a president has the authority to impose sweeping tariffs without new legislation from Congress. Even some conservative justices expressed doubts about the scope of that power. The...

Epstein files move closer to seeing light of day

Today: Congress sends Epstein files bill to Trump, James Comey's day in court, Texas map blocked, immigration enforcement operations expanding

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