One of the people responsible for tracking terrorism threats just resigned over the Iran war. The Big Story Joe Kent, former director of the National […]
The Southwest Seat Policy Everyone’s Talking About
Seats didn’t shrink randomly, smaller seats let airlines sell more tickets. The Big Story Southwest Airlines is facing viral backlash after TikTok videos claimed the […]
Yes, the President Is a Felon
The Constitution lists only three requirements to become president, and “no felonies” isn’t one of them. The Big Story In May 2024, a New York […]
Why Sanctions on Russia Are Back in the News
Before countries go to war, they often try something else first: sanctions. Sanctions cut off money, trade, and global access. The Big Story After Russia […]
The Iran War and the $100 Oil Problem
When conflict hits major oil routes, gas prices around the world can move almost overnight. The Big Story The United States and Israel recently carried […]
The Midterms: Politics, Power, and a Billion-Dollar Election Industry
Midterms decide who controls Congress, and they also trigger billions of dollars in campaign spending. The Big Story The next U.S. midterm elections take place […]
What Immigration Really Means for the U.S. Economy
Most immigration debates focus on the border, but the bigger fight right now is about enforcement inside the country. The Big Story Congress is debating […]
Why the Strait of Hormuz Matters
About 20% of the world’s oil moves through one narrow waterway most people rarely think about. The Big Story The Strait of Hormuz sits between […]
Why Gas Prices Are Creeping Up Again
Gas prices are one of the few economic headlines we actually feel immediately. The Big Story Oil prices are rising because major oil-producing countries are […]
The SAVE Act Explained in 90 Seconds
Most Americans don’t think about voter paperwork until a law suddenly makes it a big deal. The Big Story The SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter […]