April Clark
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PoliticsHHS Ends Race-Based Sorting in Civil Rights Enforcement
The Department of Health and Human Services will now enforce civil rights protections based on individual status, ending policies that sorted by race.
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PoliticsSophie Cunningham Stands Firm on Women’s Sports Policy Amid Criticism
WNBA player Sophie Cunningham renewed her call to keep men out of women’s sports, drawing sharp backlash and support from public figures and officials.
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PoliticsVulnerable House Democrats Stay Silent on Anti-Court-Packing Amendment
Most House Democrats in competitive districts declined to say if they will support a GOP-backed amendment to keep the Supreme Court at nine justices.
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PoliticsHouse Passes Ban on Congressional Stock Trading, Adds Voter ID Requirement
The House approved a bill banning members of Congress from trading individual stocks and requiring voter ID, sending the measure to the Senate.
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PoliticsBLM Advances Fracking Lease Sale in Ohio's Wayne National Forest
The Bureau of Land Management scheduled a September lease sale for fracking rights in Wayne National Forest, marking a major step for Ohio energy development.
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ElectionsTrump-Backed Conservatives Dominate Arizona GOP Primaries
Trump-endorsed candidates swept Arizona's Republican primaries, signaling a shift toward conservative unity and raising stakes for key statewide and congressional.
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ElectionsNew Jersey Faces Scrutiny After Noncitizens Found on Voter Rolls
New Jersey officials are under pressure after revelations that thousands of noncitizens were registered to vote, raising concerns about election integrity.
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PoliticsHegseth Defends $67 Billion Pentagon Request Amid Iran Conflict Costs
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth told senators the Iran conflict has cost $37.5 billion as the Senate weighs a $67 billion Pentagon funding request.
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ElectionsNew Jersey Finds 6,600 Noncitizens on Voter Rolls Amid DOJ Scrutiny
New Jersey officials discovered 6,600 noncitizens registered to vote due to a software error, intensifying debate over voter ID laws and federal oversight.
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ElectionsMurkowski Faces GOP Backlash Over Opposition to SAVE America Act
Sen. Lisa Murkowski's opposition to the SAVE America Act has sparked criticism from conservatives and renewed debate over voter ID requirements in Alaska.
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PoliticsPlanned Parenthood Regains Federal Funding After Congressional Ban Expires
Planned Parenthood has regained access to federal funds after Congress allowed a one-year Medicaid ban to lapse, reigniting debate over taxpayer support for abortion.
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ElectionsHouse GOP Pushes SAVE America Act Provisions in Final Pre-Recess Bills
House Republicans are racing to pass major funding bills with election security measures, including voter ID and proof of citizenship, before the August recess.
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PoliticsPro-Life Groups Protest Resumed Federal Funding for Planned Parenthood
Pro-life advocates and lawmakers protested outside the Capitol as federal funding for Planned Parenthood resumed after a one-year pause under Republican legislation.
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ElectionsTrump Removes Top Election Assistance Commission Officials After Supreme Court Ruling
President Trump removed two top Election Assistance Commission officials, citing new Supreme Court precedent on presidential authority over independent agencies.
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PoliticsTrump Administration Grant Reform Could Boost Congressional Earmarks
A proposed Trump administration rule would shift federal grant approval to political appointees, raising concerns about increased earmarks and government spending.
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ElectionsRep. Ralph Norman Announces Senate Bid After Lindsey Graham’s Death
Rep. Ralph Norman will run for the U.S. Senate in South Carolina following Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, setting up a contested GOP primary.
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PoliticsIran Strikes U.S. Forces in Jordan and Gulf States as Tensions Escalate
Iranian attacks killed two U.S. personnel in Jordan and targeted U.S. and allied sites across the Gulf, raising fears of wider conflict and energy disruption.
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PoliticsCalifornia Lawmakers Push Newsom to Fix Hollywood Tax Credit Limits
California lawmakers urge Gov. Gavin Newsom to address a budget provision that restricts Hollywood's expanded tax credits, raising questions about state priorities.
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PoliticsVirginia Faces Job Losses Despite Budget Surplus and Business Ranking Gains
Virginia lost more jobs than any other state in the past year, even as it posted a budget surplus and climbed in business rankings, highlighting economic uncertainty.
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PoliticsIntelligence Documents: China Sought to Stoke 2020 BLM Riots to Undermine Trump
White House-released intelligence summaries allege China aimed to encourage violent BLM protests in 2020 to exploit U.S. divisions and damage Trump’s reelection.
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ElectionsDHS Flags Over 113,000 Deceased and Noncitizen Voters on Texas Rolls
A DHS report finds more than 113,000 deceased and noncitizen individuals registered to vote in Texas, raising election integrity concerns as Congress debates voter.
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PoliticsTexas Imam Faces Backlash for Remarks on Lindsey Graham’s Death
Texas imam Omar Suleiman is under scrutiny after celebrating Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, prompting condemnation from lawmakers and a formal House resolution.
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PoliticsRubio Warns of Leftist Terror Threat, Cites Institutional Blind Spots
Secretary of State Marco Rubio called for global action against leftist terrorism, arguing that elite institutions have downplayed its threat and overlooked key.
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ElectionsDeclassified CIA Report: Venezuela Sought Electronic Vote Manipulation, Agency Says
A newly declassified CIA report says Venezuelan officials developed capabilities to manipulate electronic voting systems, raising concerns about election integrity.
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ElectionsTrump Alleges China Hacked 220 Million U.S. Voter Files, Accuses Officials of Concealing Evidence
President Trump released declassified documents alleging China accessed 220 million U.S. voter files and accused federal officials of hiding the breach.
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ElectionsSherrod Brown Outraises Jon Husted in Ohio Senate Special Election
Democrat Sherrod Brown raised over $17 million in the second quarter, outpacing Republican Sen. Jon Husted in a closely watched Ohio Senate race.
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ElectionsTexas Senate Candidate Talarico Faces Scrutiny Over Border Security Votes
Texas Democrat James Talarico's voting record on border security faces renewed scrutiny as he campaigns for the U.S. Senate, drawing criticism from Republicans.
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ElectionsVice President Vance Criticizes Senate Over SAVE Act Delay on Joe Rogan Podcast
Vice President JD Vance accused the Senate of stalling the SAVE America Act’s voter ID requirement, highlighting divisions over the filibuster during a top podcast.
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ElectionsGeorgia Probes Voter Solicitation Scandal as FBI Intensifies Fulton County Election Review
Georgia officials are investigating voter registration mailings to deceased residents as the FBI ramps up its review of Fulton County’s 2020 election records.
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ElectionsGreen Bay Election Clerk Faces Calls for Removal After Repeat Ballot Errors
Green Bay officials face mounting pressure to remove City Clerk Celestine Jeffreys after duplicate absentee ballots were mailed twice this year, prompting.
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ElectionsSen. Slotkin Says SAVE Act Would Make It Hard for Democrats to Win
Sen. Elissa Slotkin said requiring proof of citizenship to vote would make it difficult for Democrats to win, fueling debate over the SAVE Act's impact.
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PoliticsHouse Republicans Press White House to Finalize Grant Transparency Rule
Thirty-four GOP lawmakers are urging the Office of Management and Budget to finalize a rule increasing transparency in federal grants, citing concerns over funding.
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ElectionsHouse GOP Advances Bills to Tie Voter ID, Citizenship Proof to Federal Funding
House Republicans introduced two bills to require voter ID and proof of citizenship for federal elections, aiming to bypass Senate gridlock via budget rules.
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ElectionsGreen Bay Clerk Placed on Leave as State Probes Duplicate Ballot Errors
Green Bay City Clerk Celestine Jeffreys is under state investigation and on administrative leave after her office sent duplicate absentee ballots in two elections.
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PoliticsDuffy Redirects $1.73 Billion in Transportation Grants Away From DEI Projects
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy shifted $1.73 billion in federal grants toward roads and bridges, reversing Biden-era funding priorities and drawing partisan.
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PoliticsLawmakers, World Leaders React to Death of Sen. Lindsey Graham
Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 after a sudden illness, prompting tributes from U.S. leaders and foreign allies and raising questions about his Senate successor.
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ElectionsSen. Lee Urges Senate to Pass SAVE America Act in Honor of Lindsey Graham
Sen. Mike Lee calls for swift passage of the SAVE America Act after Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, highlighting the bill’s focus on election security.
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PoliticsSen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71; South Carolina to Name Interim Successor
Sen. Lindsey Graham has died at 71 after a sudden illness, leaving a vacancy in the Senate as South Carolina prepares to appoint an interim replacement.
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ElectionsTrump Allies Accuse Thune of Blocking SAVE America Act From Defense Bill
House Republicans accuse Senate Majority Leader John Thune of excluding the SAVE America Act from the NDAA, escalating GOP divisions over election law.
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ElectionsGraham Platner Withdraws From Maine Senate Race After Assault Allegations
Maine Democrat Graham Platner has withdrawn from the U.S. Senate race after sexual assault allegations, prompting the party to launch a new nomination process.
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PoliticsMitch McConnell's Health Sparks Concern and Speculation
Senator Mitch McConnell's prolonged absence from the Senate raises questions about his health and the implications for Senate business.
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The PrimerRedistricting Battles: How Maps Shape American Political Power
Explore the intense national debates over redistricting, the legal battles over racial gerrymandering, and the impact on electoral outcomes and minority representation.
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The PrimerElection Integrity in America: Safeguarding Voter Trust and Ballot Security
Explore the critical measures and debates surrounding election integrity, including voter ID laws and citizenship verification, shaping America's democratic processes.
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The PrimerCalifornia Elections: Low Turnout, Vote Counting Controversies, and Political Implications
A deep dive into California's persistent election challenges, including voter turnout, vote counting methods, and political controversies shaping the state's democratic process.
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The PrimerVirginia's Legal Battles Over Gun Control, Abortion, and Redistricting Explained
Explore the ongoing controversies in Virginia surrounding assault firearms bans, abortion rights amendments, and redistricting disputes shaping the state's political landscape.
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ElectionsCongress Fails to Act on Election Security and Planned Parenthood Funding Before Recess
Congress adjourned for the Fourth of July without addressing key legislation on election security and Planned Parenthood funding, raising concerns for GOP turnout.
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PoliticsTrump Warns Against Communism in America During Independence Day Speech
In a speech at Mount Rushmore, Trump declared communism a threat to American liberty, urging a rejection of socialist ideologies.
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PoliticsAxios Report Highlights GOP Concerns Over Democratic Socialism
Axios reports on Republican fears regarding the rise of socialist candidates in the Democratic Party, raising questions about ideological definitions.
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Alaska Supreme Court Allows Controversial Candidate on Senate Primary Ballot
The Alaska Supreme Court ruled that Daniel J. Sullivan, a candidate accused of misleading voters, can appear on the primary ballot, raising election integrity.
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PoliticsFifteen Democrats Sign Coalition Against Socialism as DSA Gains Ground
A small group of Democrats has signed a coalition against socialism, highlighting a divide within the party as DSA candidates rise in prominence.