Author: Sophia Davis

President Trump’s new security strategy rebukes European allies over defense spending while reaffirming U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere, signaling a sharper, America-first approach.

Arizona State faced Washington State in a Pac-12 matchup marked by tight defense and momentum swings. Photos capture key drives, contested rebounds and sideline intensity.

Rep. Lois Frankel condemned the Trump administration’s proposal to shutter the U.S. Department of Education, telling The Palm Beach Post the move would endanger students and undermine public schools.

PBS broadcasts President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address, where he outlines priorities on the economy, border security, foreign policy and a contentious domestic agenda.

Donald Trump reportedly backs a 250ft triumphal arch in Washington DC that would dwarf the Lincoln Memorial, sparking debate over symbolism, legacy and the capital’s skyline.

The Washington Institute examines how U.S. policy, security cooperation, and regional diplomacy will shape Iraq’s political stability, economic recovery, and relations with neighboring powers.

Miss D.C., a 26-year-old Army Reserve officer and IT analyst, captured the Miss USA crown Sunday night, impressing judges with her poise, public service and emphasis on women in STEM.

President Trump is sending federal officers to D.C., citing a surge in violent crime, even as data show offenses at or near decades-long lows, raising questions about his true motives.

A new analysis challenges the belief that China outperforms the U.S. in education, revealing gaps in test-score comparisons and raising questions about how student success is measured.

A former lobbyist describes leaving the industry after six years, citing mounting ethical concerns, disillusionment with policymaking, and the quiet pressures that shape US democracy.

Belarus has released 250 political prisoners under a U.S.-brokered deal, marking a rare diplomatic breakthrough amid escalating tensions with the West and ongoing human rights concerns.

Destination Capitol Hill 2026, the USA’s premier travel advocacy summit, returns to Washington, DC next month, poised to shape key federal policies and strengthen the nation’s travel economy.

The U.S. has pledged to maintain indefinite control over Venezuela’s oil sales, signaling a hardening stance on Caracas and raising questions about global energy markets and sanctions.

George Washington University has officially changed its mascot name to the Revolutionaries, replacing the longtime Colonials moniker after years of debate over its historical implications.

Live Nation has promoted Kelly Flanigan to President of Washington, DC, US Concerts, expanding her leadership role as the company strengthens its presence in the Mid-Atlantic live music market.

Washington state’s new law allows shelters to withhold information from estranged parents when transgender minors seek gender-affirming care, intensifying national debates over parental rights.

“The United States of Events,” a Washington Post feature, traces how politics, culture, and crises have turned everyday happenings into defining national spectacles.

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.

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.