What Will be the Outcome of the Durham Investigation?

Government

Within the last two months, John Durham's investigation into the Steele dossier, the FISA warrants issued as a result of said documents, and the behavior of certain government officials has netted some high-profile indictments. Some individuals feel as if they have been vindicated, including members of the Trump family and individuals such as Carter Page.

Trump Administration: Inaugural Cabinet & Agenda

Government

President Donald Trump was inaugurated on January 20, 2017. He had won the presidential bid against political heavyweight Hillary Clinton, and he was the first president to have no political experience going into office.

Fact Check: Is Critical Race Theory Being Taught in some Public Schools?

U.S. Politics

How can parents know whether Critical Race Theory is in fact being presented in schools? Does it have a place in public education? Is it harmful or hurtful for young students? Let's take a look at both sides of the issue.

Biden Addresses Growing Inflation Crisis as Consumer Prices Surge

Economy

On Friday, Biden acknowledged public concern regarding rapidly rising inflation; consumers are paying more for necessities from gas to milk to eggs. Plus, with winter fast approaching, those using natural gas to heat their homes are facing a 250 percent increase in cost compared to last year's prices.

Texas Sued by Justice Department over Election Integrity Legislation

Elections

Embattled United States Attorney General Merrick Garland released the following comments in a statement regarding the suit: "Our democracy depends on the right of eligible voters to cast a ballot and to have that ballot counted. The Justice Department will continue to use all the authorities at its disposal to protect this fundamental pillar of our society."

‘Defund the police” Movement Loses Big in Democratic Cities Nationwide

Elections

Tuesday saw some historic elections take place. In major cities, largely Democratic, candidates who had campaigned on a platform that included defunding the police saw their efforts rejected. This is in addition to the ballot measures, such as the one held in Minneapolis.

Winsome Sears Challenges Joy Reid to Debate after MSNBC Host says “Republicans are dangerous”

People

Lt. Governor-elect Winsome Sears made history on November 2 when she was elected the first African-American female to the post. However, not all are celebrating her historical win; MSNBC host Joy Reid said on Tuesday after the Virginia elections that Republicans like Sears and Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin are "dangerous."

Democratic New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy Ekes Out Win Over GOP Challenger Ciatarelli

Elections

Murphy barely squeaked by his opponent; for most of Tuesday night, as election results were tallied, Murphy and his Republican challenger, Jack Ciattarelli, were tied at 49.6%.

China’s Nuclear Stockpile Growing at a Rapidly Accelerating Pace

World

According to the Pentagon, China is building nuclear warheads at an "accelerating pace;" they are expected to have at least 1,000 nuclear weapons by 2030. This news is even more alarming when one considers that just a year ago, the Pentagon estimated that China's nuclear weapons arsenal numbered in the "low 200s."

Winsome Sears Makes History and Wins Virginia Lt. Governor Race

Elections

Last night, projected winner Winsome Sears said, "I didn't run to make history, I just wanted to leave it better than I found it." Yet, her victory was historical. She's the first African-American female to win the office of Lieutenant Governor in Virginia.