Charlie Kirk’s passing highlights the gradual decline of the political center in the nation.
Debate on Political Moderation After Kirk’s Assassination The recent assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has ignited discussions about the potential for a political center in today’s climate. Over the last decade, the number of individuals identifying as moderates has decreased, and politicians often neglect to engage this voter base. Reflecting back to September 11, […]
Whiskey, tobacco, and painkillers: The VA has the potential to be a health system without opioids
The time for the Department of Veterans Affairs to move away from opioids is now. When I began practicing medicine with the VA, it was not unusual to see prescriptions for alcoholic beverages granted to veterans. Many hospitals openly included whiskey, wine, and beer on their lists to “enhance patient comfort.” Benzodiazepines were standard for […]
Threats from the White House towards liberal organizations challenge free speech rights
The Trump administration is stirring concerns among left-leaning groups, including nonprofits and activists, in light of Charlie Kirk’s recent death. It seems they’re planning to use this incident as a platform to go after these organizations, which they accuse of being linked to political violence. Vice President Vance and Deputy White House Chief of Staff […]
House to decide on funding measures as deadline approaches to prevent government shutdown
On Friday, the House of Representatives is set for its first major clash over government funding as they prepare to vote on a temporary measure to keep the government running until November 21. Republican leaders have crafted this partisan bill as part of a strategy they began implementing back in March, looking to create a […]
Democrats believe health care will be the reason they won’t be blamed for a shutdown.
Democrats Prepare for Potential Government Shutdown As the threat of a government shutdown looms closer, Democrats are working to craft a political message against President Trump, feeling somewhat confident about their position, especially regarding healthcare issues. This confidence is evident in the stance of Senate Democratic leaders, who have indicated that they will not support […]
Texas A&M president resigns following controversy over gender identity education
Texas A&M President to Resign After Controversy Mark Wales, the president of Texas A&M University, is set to resign on Friday following controversy surrounding lessons on gender identity, as announced by the Texas A&M University System on Thursday. Wales, a former Air Force pilot and co-director, faced backlash after a video surfaced in which a […]
Senate Democrats call for the United States to acknowledge a Palestinian state
Senate Democrats are pushing the U.S. government to acknowledge a non-armed Palestinian state alongside Israel as a secure nation. A non-binding resolution was proposed on Thursday by Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), marking him as the first Senator to do so. This comes amid increasing Israeli pressure during a nearly two-year military blockade against Palestinian groups […]
Lawmakers highlight the collaborative effort of their staff
Celebrating Bipartisan Work in Congress On Thursday, four members of Congress highlighted the bipartisan efforts of their staff during the Hill’s third annual notable staff event. Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), along with Representatives James Comer (D-KY), Jimmy Gomez (D-Calif), and Jamie Raskin (D-MD) acknowledged their teams’ contributions in a panel session led by Julia Manchester […]
Trump criticizes Omar and Somalia after House censure falls short
Trump Criticizes Rep. Ilhan Omar and Somalia On Thursday, President Trump condemned Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) as well as Somalia. This followed a resolution aimed at Minnesota Democrats that sought to strip her of committee responsibilities. “I think she’s terrible. I think she should be out. Just terrible,” Trump expressed to reporters aboard Air Force […]
Senate ready to review two spending bills as shutdown approaches
The Senate is set to cast votes on two suspended spending packages this Friday as lawmakers work to prevent government shutdowns before the October 1 deadline. Earlier, the House might approve the GOP’s simple seven-week continuous resolution, which would then head to the Senate. This vote is significant, with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) […]