Biden and Mexico's President Vow Combined Action on Illegal Immigration
Both President Biden and the president of Mexico are aiming to prevent illegal immigration through joint efforts amidst intense political pressure. [ more ]
Nebraska Lawmakers Block Trump-Backed Changes to Electoral System
Nebraska's State Legislature rejected a change to a winner-take-all Electoral College system despite pressure from Trump and the governor.
Nebraska utilizes a system where electoral votes are partially assigned by congressional districts, potentially impacting close presidential races. [ more ]
Why Mike Johnson Finally Ditched Marjorie Taylor Greene and the Far Right
Mike Johnson faced challenges from both hard-right conservatives and establishment Republicans but eventually decided to support Ukraine funding with Democratic help. [ more ]
Stefanik Has Taken Aim at Elite College Presidents
Representative Elise Stefanik has significantly influenced elite universities by scrutinizing issues of antisemitism, gaining national attention and accolades. [ more ]
Anger as Tower Hamlets mayor removes Palestinian flags after no go zone' row
Mayor Lutfur Rahman decided to remove Palestinian flags from council buildings in Tower Hamlets, citing concerns about unfair attacks and Islamophobic narratives.
Residents reacted, viewing the removal of the flags as a backtrack and a response to external pressure rather than a genuine decision. [ more ]