Gov-Politics

Navigating the fast-paced world of governance and power, our gov-politics section delivers informed analysis and nuanced reporting. We explore policies, people, and the shifting dynamics that define today’s political landscape.

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Gov-Politics Archive

Report shows GOP healthcare scheme would enrich private insurance giants

“No matter how Republicans design their plan, their promise to take money out of the hands of big insurance companies…

Republican House Speaker terrified as Epstein bill passes without changes in Senate

Mike Johnson looks scared as he's asked questions after the Epstein bill passes without changes in Senate.

Eric Swalwell to Kristi Noem, Tom Homan: “Accountability is coming.”

Eric Swalwell warned members of the Trump administration that “accountability is coming.”

Is the U.S. Ready for Revolution?

The awareness of the stark contradictions of fascism and oligarchy might lead some to believe the movement against Trump means…

Education Dept Dismantled, K-12 Sent to Labor Dept.

One advocate said 'it will be difficult to put Humpty Dumpty back together again,' but another dismissed the move as…

How the shutdown broke America’s food chain — and what happens next

Cash-strapped farmers, gaps in the public safety net, and food inspection backlogs could reshape who eats what in the years…

Democrats move to block Trump’s boat strikes

The boat strike operation is “reminiscent of preparations for war,” lawmakers said.

Congress overwhelmingly votes to force release of Epstein files

The House voted 427-1 to force the DOJ to release the Epstein files. It passed in the Senate and is…

Texas GOP panics as election scheme blows up

Texas GOP’s effort to redistrict a win for themselves has resulted in a state-by-state battle that just may end up…

White nationalism fuels political violence

In the 1970s, violence was political theater. Today, political violence is fueled by White Nationalism—it’s personal and deadly, driven by…

Alarming Rise in Radicalization and Extremism in the U.S. Military

In 2021, the FBI alerted Congress that there was an issue with radicalization in the military. Radicalization and extremism must…

Texas National Guard troops to be recalled from Illinois

Several media outlets, quoting anonymous federal officials, reported that hundreds of Texas National Guard troops could be going home soon.