Troops to Poland, Capitol Clash, Airport Standoff

China Tech Squeeze, Primaries, and Courtside Boos

Washington widens pressure on Chinese tech as primaries in four states set November matchups. Plus, a new alcohol study, fewer women in top posts under Trump, and courtside boos that reignite the culture wars.

Strikes, Ballots, Peace Terms, Power Plays

Five fast-moving stories, clearly explained: Iran–Israel strikes, Armenia’s election, a Europe–Ukraine peace outline, the UK’s teen social media plan, and Xi’s high-stakes visit to North Korea — plus how the left and right see each one.

War Powers Showdown, Trade Crackdown, Court Transparency

We break down the House's bid to curb the president's Iran authority, DHS's tense oversight hearings, and a new customs enforcement order. Then we unpack DOJ's superseding indictment of the SPLC and the judiciary's trimmed amicus disclosure rule — plus how the right and left see it.

Courts, Code, and Crises — Midweek Power Moves

From Alabama's redistricting fight to a lighter-touch AI order, we break down the week's biggest power plays. Plus, Bill Pulte's surprise DNI pick, a sprint to renew FISA 702, and a fragile Israel–Hezbollah pause.

Courts, Tariffs, Primaries — and a Quieter Storm

A narrow court ruling on the Pentagon’s transgender policy, a tariff recalibration with real-world stakes, six-state primaries, Florida’s first-of-its-kind lawsuit against OpenAI, and a subdued — but still risky — hurricane outlook. Fast, clear analysis with perspectives from across the spectrum.