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Outgoing Senate Leader McConnell to Focus on Defense Spending in New Role
Sen. Mitch McConnell is stepping down as Senate leader to focus on defense spending, serving as chair of key committees.
NC Supreme Court race reaffirms importance of every vote
A crucial seat on North Carolina’s highest court, with substantial influence over abortion rights and democracy,…
Kindergarten drop-off saved Cantor Fitzgerald CEO from 9/11 attacks
Howard Lutnick survived 9/11 by chance, but lost 658 employees. Seen as a villain then a hero, he is now Trump's…
Trump Names Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi as U.S. Attorney General
Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, a longtime ally of Donald Trump, has been named as his next pick for U.S. attorney general.
Riggs claims win despite opponent disputing 60,000 votes
Justice Allison Riggs has declared victory in the North Carolina Supreme Court race, despite an ongoing recount…
Gaetz withdraws as Trump’s AG pick amid minor sex scandal details
Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his name from consideration as Trump's pick for US attorney general…
Trump’s Government Efficiency Commission: A History of Failed Business-Government Crossovers
Explore the history of efforts to run the US government more like a business, from Reagan's Grace Commission to Trump's efficiency commission led by Elon Musk.
Trump Nominates Ex-WWE Head, Voucher Proponent as Education Secretary
Former WWE chief executive Linda McMahon has been nominated by the president-elect as secretary of the Department…
NC Republicans Override Cooper’s Veto, Allocate Billions to School Vouchers
The North Carolina Senate has overridden Governor Cooper's veto of HB 10. The bill will expand the state’s private…
Finding Working-Class Representation: Election Proves Leaders Should Reflect Society
Growing up at construction sites, the author learned the value of expertise from those doing the work. They discuss how this wisdom should be applied in politics but often isn't, noting the disconnect between working-class voters and the wealthy politicians they elect.