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opinion
Trump’s Trade Lesson for Economists (and the World)
If America is in a trade war, the question to ask is, are we tired of winning yet? “Donald Trump reaps $50bn tariff haul as world ‘chickens out,’” reads the Financial Times headline. “Only China and Canada have retaliated against U.S. president’s tariff war,” the Financial Times’ subhead adds. “In the Trump-dominated global economy, the… -
opinion
Abigail Spanberger Runs as a Moderate, but Her Voting Record Shows Otherwise
After four years under a Republican governor, Virginia Democrats are determined to retake the executive seat with their nominee, Abigail Spanberger. But party loyalty alone will not be enough to win in November. To succeed, Democrats must convince voters that the former congresswoman is a governor for all Virginians. That’s a tough sell, given that… -
news
A Bove and Beyond: Parties Clash Again Over Control of Judiciary
Editor’s note: Emil Bove was confirmed Tuesday night by a 50-49 margin. Republican Sens. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Susan Collins of Maine joined all Democrats in voting against his confirmation, and Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tenn., did not vote. The Senate has again become the scene of a titanic battle for control of the judiciary… -
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Here’s How Attack in Cincinnati Gained National Attention and the DOJ Became Involved
One of Ohio’s largest cities is making headlines, and not for the best of reasons. Over the weekend, a white man and woman were attacked by group of black assailants in Cincinnati. What began as a local incident drawing outrage from Ohio Republicans, including Sen. Bernie Moreno and gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, has now grown… -
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Crime-Stoppers: Armed Citizens Protect Themselves, Others
Just minutes into a special Vacation Bible School Sunday service at CrossPointe Community Church in Wayne, Michigan, on June 22, parishioners found their morning worship interrupted by the terrible crack of gunshots outside. A man clad in a tactical vest and carrying numerous firearms had driven erratically onto the premises of the church, apparently intent… -
opinion
A Free Market Fix for Health Care: Pass the Patients Deserve Price Tags Act
For decades, the political and media class has told Americans that the only way to fix health care is with more government—more mandates, more regulations, and more spending. What has that approach delivered? Skyrocketing costs and unaccountable bureaucracy. Inflation-adjusted national health care spending has more than doubled since 2000. As a result, over 100 million Americans… -
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Heritage and Cato Debate Conservatism vs. Libertarianism
Interns from The Heritage Foundation and Cato Institute faced off in a debate on conservatism vs. libertarianism Thursday, arguing which philosophy was the better approach for governing America. Debate moderator Matthew Continetti of the American Enterprise Institute facilitated a series of rounds between the teams on the topics of immigration, international trade, and political philosophy. … -
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‘Beyond Troubling:’ The Latest on the Biden Autopen Cover-Up
While Hunter Biden’s viral three-hourlong interview on YouTube last week came across as an “entitled rant” to even MSNBC, the son of former President Joe Biden added a valuable piece in the puzzle about his father’s mental decline while in office. According to Hunter Biden, Joe Biden was given Ambien, a sedative used to treat… -
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Unlikely Duo Wins Senate Panel’s Unanimous OK on Housing Bill
Can Congress make housing more affordable? That’s the question that a new, bipartisan bill seeks to answer. The legislation was passed unanimously out of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee on Tuesday by a vote of 24-0. The legislation, co-sponsored by an unlikely duo, Sens. Tim Scott, R-S.C., and Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., hopes… -
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Former Navy Pilot Congresswoman Could Face Retired Marine Lt. Colonel Challenger in Virginia
Retired Marine Corps Lt. Col. Mike Williamson on Tuesday announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination in a bid to unseat a retired Navy helicopter pilot, Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans, in Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District. Williamson targeted the two-term Kiggans in his announcement video over her support of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which… -
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2 House Republicans Eye South Carolina Governor’s Mansion
The start of the 119th Congress has been a roller coaster ride, and two Republican representatives from South Carolina appear to want to be back in the state capital, Columbia, more than in the District of Columbia. Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., kicked off his campaign to be governor of South Carolina on Sunday. Norman has been… -
opinion
Poland’s Pragmatic Energy Approach Pays Off
By refusing to play by the European Union’s restrictive climate rules, Poland has begun to build one of Europe’s most energy-secure economies. While much of the bloc marches in lockstep toward a self-inflicted economic wound called “net zero,” Poland has chosen a different path—one of pragmatism, national interest, and, most importantly, energy security. And this… -
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Another Nation to Recognize Palestinian Statehood Amid Reports of Starvation in Gaza
The only way to end the “humanitarian crisis” in Gaza is through what U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls a “long-term settlement.” Speaking to press Tuesday, Starmer stressed the need for a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas and announced that the U.K. will recognize Palestine as a state. With the… -
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Justice Department Files Complaint Over Judge’s Out-of-Court Statements
THE CENTER SQUARE—The Justice Department filed a complaint alleging misconduct by a federal judge overseeing several cases involving the Trump administration regarding out-of-court statements the judge made about President Donald Trump. The complaint, filed by Attorney General Pam Bondi’s chief of staff, Chad Mizelle, alleges Judge James Boasberg made improper public comments at a conference… -
opinion
Justice Kagan Hits the Nail on the Head in Her Complaint About How the Supreme Court Restrains the Judicial Insurrection
District court judges have usurped President Donald Trump’s control over the executive branch, too often requiring the Supreme Court to intervene to stop the judicial insurrection. Unfortunately, the court has often done so via the “shadow docket” by acting on emergency petitions the administration has appealed to the top. While the court has often made… -
opinion
Virginia Schools Face Ultimatum Over Transgender Policies
The U.S. Department of Education is charging that five public school divisions in Northern Virginia are violating federal law by continuing to allow boys who identify as “transgender” girls in girls locker rooms, bathrooms, and school sports. Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced that the department’s Office for Civil Rights has determined that the gender policies of… -
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Georgia Rep. Claims Big Numbers in Early Senate Fundraising
Republican Rep. Mike Collins of Georgia claims he’s on a fundraising roll after announcing his bid Monday to unseat Democrat incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff in the Peach State. On Monday, Collins announced he had raised $220,000 in the first 12 hours of his campaign being active. “It’s been a fast-paced 12 hrs. Wouldn’t have it… -
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WATCH: IDF Releases Video of ‘Hamas Terrorists Looting an Aid Truck’
New video shared on social media shows Hamas looting an aid truck in Gaza, according to the Israel Defense Forces. “Footage from just 4 days ago shows Hamas terrorists looting an aid truck, this is the same organization spreading false claims about a deliberate starvation campaign in Gaza. Make it make sense,” the IDF… -
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Federal Court Rules in Favor of Christian Woman Blocked by Oregon From Adopting Because of Her Beliefs
A federal appeals court is siding with a Christian mom who has been barred from a state adoption program due to her biblical worldview on gender and sexuality. Jessica Bates, a Christian and a widowed mother of five, applied to adopt two 9-year-old children in 2023, but the Oregon Department of Human Services excluded Bates from participating… -
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Moms for Liberty Co-Founder Named VP of Heritage Action for America
Tiffany Justice, the co-founder of the conservative parental rights group Moms for Liberty, will become the new executive vice president of Heritage Action for America, the organization announced Monday. Justice became a visiting fellow at The Heritage Foundation earlier this year and chairs the “parental rights initiative.” She gained national prominence since founding the nonprofit…
