Republicans keep trying to come up with a coherent message on abortion. And real life keeps intruding. On the campaign trail this week, Nikki Haley was pressed — yet again — to say whether she’d sign a national abortion ban … Continued
WASHINGTON D.C. — Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) started this year hearing his name cast as speaker — a dream he had held throughout his political career. On Thursday, McCarthy wrapped up his 2023 on Capitol Hill with a farewell … Continued
The Senate on Thursday approved legislation to grant back pay to senior military officers whose promotions were delayed for months by Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s hold on nominations. The Alabama senator had blocked confirmation of general and flag officer promotions for … Continued
As I watched the presidents of Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the University of Pennsylvania struggle last week to respond to harsh congressional questioning about the prevalence of antisemitism on their campuses, I had a singular thought: Censorship … Continued
For going on three years, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has relentlessly escalated a border battle against migrants and refugees under the banner of Operation Lone Star. Both a reactionary opportunist and a savvy lawyer, Texas’ top executive has used his … Continued