The US has paused all asylum decisions following a fatal National Guard shooting at the southern border, raising legal uncertainty and intensifying debate over immigration policy.
“Politics and Power in the United States: A Syllabus” on JSTOR Daily traces how race, class, and institutions shape American democracy, offering key readings amid rising polarization.
“The United States of Events,” a Washington Post feature, traces how politics, culture, and crises have turned everyday happenings into defining national spectacles.
Four Washington school districts are under federal Title IX investigation over alleged sex-based discrimination, prompting scrutiny of their policies and compliance practices.
President Trump placed Washington, D.C.’s police under federal control and ordered National Guard deployment amid escalating unrest, raising concerns over civil liberties and local authority.
U.S. agencies are sounding alarms over China’s new limits on rare-earth mineral exports, warning the move could disrupt supply chains, threaten national security, and heighten economic tensions.
Sports betting is now legal in most U.S. states, but rules differ widely. Here’s a concise state-by-state guide to where you can place wagers — and where it’s still banned.
The House voted to roll back President Trump’s tariffs on Canada, delivering a rare bipartisan rebuke of his trade agenda and raising questions about the future of U.S. trade policy.
The Guardian’s piece, “As goes the Washington Post: US democracy takes another hit under Trump,” examines how political pressure, media distrust, and institutional strain erode democratic norms.
Time Magazine examines Elon Musk’s escalating confrontation with Washington, exploring how his clashes with regulators and politicians could reshape tech, policy, and power in America.
U.S. security officials warn that large-scale public events may be targeted for violence, urging heightened vigilance and coordination as potential threats evolve nationwide.
The Education Department has canceled $350M in grants for minority-serving institutions, raising concerns about funding gaps, equity commitments and long-term impacts on campus resources.
Homicide rates in major U.S. cities fell to historic lows in 2025, signaling a dramatic shift in urban crime trends, according to new data reviewed by The Well News.
The World Bank has lent support to Donald Trump’s complaint that U.S. exports face higher tariffs abroad, highlighting persistent trade imbalances and renewed tensions over global tariff policies.
Washington’s NFL franchise will retire its 87-year-old name and logo, the team announced Monday, following mounting pressure from sponsors and activists over the brand’s racist imagery.
Investigators are delving into the suspect’s history after the D.C. National Guard shooting, examining possible motives, prior incidents and affiliations, CBS News has learned.
The USS George Washington Strike Group arrived in Guam and Saipan, enhancing regional security and cooperation as part of routine operations, the U.S. Navy announced on navy.mil
Vice President Vance said a government shutdown is increasingly likely after Donald Trump’s meeting with congressional leaders, NBC News reports, as budget talks remain stalled and key deadlines loom.
The Iran conflict in 2026 has forced widespread cancellations of concerts, sports matches, and cultural events worldwide, as security concerns grow and organizers reassess large gatherings.
U.S. students’ math scores have plunged to a record low on a major international exam, raising alarm among educators and policymakers about widening academic gaps and post-pandemic recovery.