When Congress Created the Fed Regulations, Courts Were Left Out
The Vanished Clause and the Senator Who Noticed It This week, President Donald Trump fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa D. Cook, igniting a discussion about the legal implications of that action. Specifically, it raised questions about the notion that a Fed governor can only be dismissed “for cause.” But what happens if that rule simply […]
Congress debates control of Washington DC governance and federal policing.
Debate on D.C. Governance Heats Up as Congress Resumes There’s plenty happening with the U.S. Capitol—it’s not just a place for legislative assembly, but also a museum and a historic site. And it seems to play a role in local governance too. As federal authorities tighten their grip on cities like Washington, D.C., and perhaps […]
The pressing AI policy Congress is ignoring
I grew up in a household filled with stress—like figuring out grocery budgets or managing a mortgage. My parents juggled multiple jobs, often putting in extra hours. We stretched every dollar, relying on sales, coupons, and those tempting double coupons. Choosing healthy food wasn’t a moral dilemma for us; it was purely a financial one. […]
Former Air Force colonel aligned with Trump runs for Congress in 2026.
A retired US Air Force colonel, who commanded the last evacuation flight from Afghanistan four years ago, has kicked off a Republican campaign in South Carolina’s First Congressional District. Alex Pervas, labeling herself a “Trump conservative,” is aiming to succeed the three-term GOP representative, Nancy Mace, who’s pursuing the governorship in the upcoming 2026 election […]
DC prepares for funding battle in Congress during Trump’s enforcement actions
Potential Government Shutdown Looms Over D.C. As Congress prepares to reconvene next month, tensions are rising over the possibility of a government shutdown by the end of September. Local leaders noted that the last budget standoff left Washington, D.C. with a significant funding shortfall of around $1 billion, following Congress’s rejection of local fiscal plans. […]
Trump indicates he is indifferent about Epstein files being shared with Congress
On Friday, President Trump stated he would not object to releasing all documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, as requested by the House Oversight Committee. Trump mentioned, “I support them keeping it open. Innocent people shouldn’t be hurt, but I support keeping it completely open,” while speaking to reporters in the Oval Office. […]
Chip Roy, a outspoken conservative, departs from Congress and aims for a new political path.
Texas Congressman Chip Roy Announces Departure for Attorney General Race Rep. Chip Roy, a Republican from Texas, revealed on Thursday that he will resign from Congress to embark on a new political journey within the Lone Star State. Currently serving his fourth term in the House, Roy is officially kicking off his campaign to become […]
Written evidence of Holocaust theft should urge Congress to take action
In 1944, officials in Hungary carefully documented the confiscation of 90 Torah scrolls from Jewish families. This act wasn’t a result of wartime chaos; rather, it was a deliberate state effort aimed at erasing cultural identity. A recently published document, long-hidden in microfilm archives, reveals this history thanks to the Holocaust Art Recovery Initiative. The […]
At-home hospital care is effective — Congress should now ensure its future
During my final year in medical school, I had the opportunity to care for a 70-year-old woman with progressively worsening mild chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. She often needed a bit more oxygen than what she used at home and frequently felt short of breath. To my surprise, she showed significant improvement on the first day […]
Schumer opposes Trump’s request to extend control over D.C. police in Congress
Schumer Criticizes Trump’s Police Expansion Plans Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer expressed strong opposition when asked about President Donald Trump’s possible agreement to demands for increasing police presence in Washington, D.C. during an appearance on “Parnas’s Point of View” with Aaron Parnas. Schumer was quite blunt, stating, “There’s no way,” in response to questions about […]