Author: Jackson Lee

Universities’ cautious responses to Trump-era pressures risk signaling acquiescence to political interference, raising concerns about academic freedom and democratic norms.

In a recent appearance, Donald Trump painted a distorted picture of crime in Washington, D.C., exaggerating statistics and misrepresenting data, an AP fact-check has found.

The Reflecting Pool is set to be drained as Donald Trump again blames “vandals” for recent damage, reigniting debate over protest, public monuments and security.

An Air Force officer was arrested at the U.S. Capitol after publicly calling for former President Donald Trump’s impeachment, authorities said, prompting security concerns and an ongoing investigation.

Kerry Washington will be honored at The Hollywood Reporter’s 2023 Women in Entertainment Gala, recognizing her influential career and advocacy for diversity and inclusion in the industry.

Today’s headlines span markets, politics and climate: speculation grows over a potential SpaceX IPO, Trump marks his birthday amid campaign moves, and forecasters warn of an intensifying El Niño season.

Organizers reshuffled the Freedom 250 events list after Trump’s Great American State Fair appearance was adjusted, sparking debate over crowd expectations, security, and campaign strategy.

Washington state has doubled school funding in recent years, yet student test scores have declined, raising questions for educators and lawmakers about accountability and outcomes.

Washington transfer guard Zoom Diallo has scheduled an official visit to Kentucky, sources tell On3, signaling the Wildcats’ serious pursuit of the former five-star recruit.

A US judge has overturned sanctions on a UN official who urged war crimes prosecutions over Israel’s Gaza offensive, rebuking the Biden administration and raising tensions over US policy on the conflict

The Trump administration faces renewed scrutiny after House leaders abruptly pulled a vote aimed at limiting military action against Iran, highlighting deep divisions over war powers and foreign policy strategy.

The Embassy of Italy in Washington launches “America 250” events, highlighting shared history, cultural ties, and transatlantic cooperation ahead of the U.S. semiquincentennial.

One person was killed and at least nine injured after an implosion at a Washington state packaging plant, authorities said, as investigators probe the cause and officials assess structural damage.

South Africa has accused Washington of exerting pressure on France, prompting Paris to withdraw Pretoria’s G7 summit invitation, escalating diplomatic tensions and raising questions over Western influence.

Donald Trump has cancelled the Freedom 250 concert series, replacing the events with a political rally where he will serve as the headline attraction, his campaign announced.

U.S. universities in Qatar’s Education City continue classes amid regional war, Iranian missile threats and rising skepticism at home, testing the limits of academic diplomacy

The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of a Texas marijuana user who challenged a federal ban on gun ownership, raising new questions about firearm rights and drug laws nationwide.

The George Washington Carrier Strike Group arrived in Guam, marking a key stop in its Indo-Pacific deployment and underscoring U.S. commitment to regional security and allied cooperation.

A new column warns Congress may be nearing a tipping point, as partisan gridlock, erosion of norms, and institutional dysfunction raise fears of an irreversible decline in U.S. governance.

Washington has announced the formation of the U.S.-Syria Business Council, aiming to boost bilateral trade, encourage investment, and foster economic cooperation, Syria’s SANA news agency reported.