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Exclusive: Fears that US companies may withdraw more medicines as global markets react to policy changes by the Trump administration Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A “life saving” drug...
Why it matters: Exclusive: Fears that US companies may withdraw more medicines as global markets react to policy changes by the Trump administration Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast A “life saving” drug...
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the primary election held Tuesday in the state to determine the candidate who will seek to succeed Governor Jared Polis, who is ineligible for re-election due...
Why it matters: Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the primary election held Tuesday in the state to determine the candidate who will seek to succeed Governor Jared Polis, who is ineligible for re-election due...
See also County Results She fought in a Denver court to save her dog’s life. She ended up sentenced to 90 days in jail. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any content on...
Why it matters: See also County Results She fought in a Denver court to save her dog’s life. She ended up sentenced to 90 days in jail. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any content on...
A costly, scorched-earth Denver primary reflects the fight over the Democratic Party’s direction. But voters want it to stop. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any...
Why it matters: A costly, scorched-earth Denver primary reflects the fight over the Democratic Party’s direction. But voters want it to stop. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any...
Democrats Jena Griswold, David Seligman, Michael Dougherty and Hetal Doshi, and Republicans Michael J. Allen and David Willson, ran in the primary.
Why it matters: Democrats Jena Griswold, David Seligman, Michael Dougherty and Hetal Doshi, and Republicans Michael J. Allen and David Willson, ran in the primary.
For weeks, a tarp obscuring the facade of the John F. Kennedy Center has baffled observers, prompting speculation about the Washington, D.C., arts complex following the court-ordered removal of the president’s name.
Why it matters: For weeks, a tarp obscuring the facade of the John F. Kennedy Center has baffled observers, prompting speculation about the Washington, D.C., arts complex following the court-ordered removal of the president’s name.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down federal limits on how much political parties may spend in coordination with candidates, handing party committees a major win and reshaping campaign-finance rules ahead of the...
Why it matters: The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down federal limits on how much political parties may spend in coordination with candidates, handing party committees a major win and reshaping campaign-finance rules ahead of the...
British officials signalled they could open a national‑interest or media‑plurality review of Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, creating a new regulatory choke point that could delay the deal or force remedies even after approvals elsewhere.
Why it matters: British officials signalled they could open a national‑interest or media‑plurality review of Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, creating a new regulatory choke point that could delay the deal or force remedies even after approvals elsewhere.
On the surface, Monday's Supreme Court ruling that keeps Lisa Cook in place as a Federal Reserve governor for now was a win for believers that the central bank works best when insulated from the day-to-day control of...
Why it matters: On the surface, Monday's Supreme Court ruling that keeps Lisa Cook in place as a Federal Reserve governor for now was a win for believers that the central bank works best when insulated from the day-to-day control of...
At New York City Pride, Jewish contingents experienced sharply different receptions—some received cheers while others faced heckling and organized protest tied to anti-Israel sentiment. The split highlights how activist blocs, parade organizers, and city authorities wield crowd response and enforcement rules to include or exclude participants.
Why it matters: At New York City Pride, Jewish contingents experienced sharply different receptions—some received cheers while others faced heckling and organized protest tied to anti-Israel sentiment. The split highlights how activist blocs, parade organizers, and city authorities wield crowd response and enforcement rules to include or exclude participants.
Today is the final day for the supreme court to lay out the last rulings of its nine-month term Hello, and welcome to the US politics live blog.
Why it matters: Today is the final day for the supreme court to lay out the last rulings of its nine-month term Hello, and welcome to the US politics live blog.
The Supreme Court this term gave President Trump powers over the federal government that no modern president has held. But it blocked his administration on two of the biggest issues for markets: the Fed and tariffs.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court this term gave President Trump powers over the federal government that no modern president has held. But it blocked his administration on two of the biggest issues for markets: the Fed and tariffs.
New York City mayor also condemns surge in antisemitism in city, says he disagrees with coffee shop's decision to refund pro-Israel congressman and call him a 'genocide enabler' The post Reiterating his views, Mamdani...
Why it matters: New York City mayor also condemns surge in antisemitism in city, says he disagrees with coffee shop's decision to refund pro-Israel congressman and call him a 'genocide enabler' The post Reiterating his views, Mamdani...
This year's Fourth of July celebrations in D.C. — marking the nation's 250th birthday — will include hours of military flyovers and a massive fireworks display that could stretch late into the night.
Why it matters: This year's Fourth of July celebrations in D.C. — marking the nation's 250th birthday — will include hours of military flyovers and a massive fireworks display that could stretch late into the night.
Hong Kong has surrendered its IPO fundraising crown to Nasdaq following SpaceX’s blockbuster listing earlier this month, but it did so while seeing its IPO proceeds register a year-on-year rise of about 84 per cent in...
Why it matters: Hong Kong has surrendered its IPO fundraising crown to Nasdaq following SpaceX’s blockbuster listing earlier this month, but it did so while seeing its IPO proceeds register a year-on-year rise of about 84 per cent in...
P residents have generally treated their pardon power like an embarrassing secret, closely held among only a few trusted aides and exercised quietly in the final days of an administration.
Why it matters: P residents have generally treated their pardon power like an embarrassing secret, closely held among only a few trusted aides and exercised quietly in the final days of an administration.
A Supreme Court ruling gives the Trump administration space to strip this status from hundreds of thousands of more people from the few remaining countries with this program. (Image credit: Michael M. Santiago)
Why it matters: A Supreme Court ruling gives the Trump administration space to strip this status from hundreds of thousands of more people from the few remaining countries with this program. (Image credit: Michael M. Santiago)
The Kennedy Center was ready for a night of comedy yesterday. But before guests even reached the red carpet, the building presented a setup of its own.
Why it matters: The Kennedy Center was ready for a night of comedy yesterday. But before guests even reached the red carpet, the building presented a setup of its own.
Organizers of the four-day Electric Forest festival are appealing for attendees to come forward with information A newborn baby was found dead in a portable bathroom at a Michigan dance music festival on Sunday, and...
Why it matters: Organizers of the four-day Electric Forest festival are appealing for attendees to come forward with information A newborn baby was found dead in a portable bathroom at a Michigan dance music festival on Sunday, and...
Nasa is racing to save an ageing telescope from falling back to Earth with a daring rescue mission. The US$30 million salvage operation gets under way as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Why it matters: Nasa is racing to save an ageing telescope from falling back to Earth with a daring rescue mission. The US$30 million salvage operation gets under way as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
For much of the 20th century, the “American dream” was perhaps the most successful export in human history. It reached far beyond American borders.
Why it matters: For much of the 20th century, the “American dream” was perhaps the most successful export in human history. It reached far beyond American borders.
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court struck down a 91-year-old precedent that has prevented presidents from removing members of independent agencies meant to be a check on his power. (Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)
Why it matters: In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court struck down a 91-year-old precedent that has prevented presidents from removing members of independent agencies meant to be a check on his power. (Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)
The Supreme Cour t on Monday cleared the way for President Trump to freely fire officials from the Federal Trade Commission and most — though not all — agencies that have long been politically independent.
Why it matters: The Supreme Cour t on Monday cleared the way for President Trump to freely fire officials from the Federal Trade Commission and most — though not all — agencies that have long been politically independent.
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected an effort by President Trump to toss a $5 million civil verdict that found he sexually abused and defamed writer E. Jean Carroll.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court on Monday rejected an effort by President Trump to toss a $5 million civil verdict that found he sexually abused and defamed writer E. Jean Carroll.
The retailer, now renamed Exemplar Luxury Group, was formed in 2024 through a debt-heavy merger that brought together Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman, three long-established names in American...
Why it matters: The retailer, now renamed Exemplar Luxury Group, was formed in 2024 through a debt-heavy merger that brought together Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman, three long-established names in American...
I never read Trump books. To me, there's little mystery to how the president thinks, operates or governs. So reading about it is an inefficient use of time. Until now.
Why it matters: I never read Trump books. To me, there's little mystery to how the president thinks, operates or governs. So reading about it is an inefficient use of time. Until now.
The pro-AI movement is splintering over a defining question: whether national security concerns outweigh the need to keep America's AI companies ahead of Chinese rivals.
Why it matters: The pro-AI movement is splintering over a defining question: whether national security concerns outweigh the need to keep America's AI companies ahead of Chinese rivals.
Shifts in who builds and controls AI infrastructure affect jobs, prices, regulatory oversight, and where large‑scale computing power is governed — changing economic opportunity and public accountability around powerful AI systems.
Why it matters: Shifts in who builds and controls AI infrastructure affect jobs, prices, regulatory oversight, and where large‑scale computing power is governed — changing economic opportunity and public accountability around powerful AI systems.
The Justice Department has opened a civil rights review of how the University of Washington handled antisemitism on campus. The move matters because it puts a public university’...
Why it matters: The Justice Department has opened a civil rights review of how the University of Washington handled antisemitism on campus. The move matters because it puts a public university’...
Texas Tech University says it will recognize only two sexes and freeze gender-related programs tied to sexual orientation and gender identity. That matters because this is not j...
Why it matters: Texas Tech University says it will recognize only two sexes and freeze gender-related programs tied to sexual orientation and gender identity. That matters because this is not j...
The IMF says it is restoring formal relations with Venezuela after years of suspended contact. That is not just bureaucratic housekeeping. It signals a shift in who gets recogni...
Why it matters: The IMF says it is restoring formal relations with Venezuela after years of suspended contact. That is not just bureaucratic housekeeping. It signals a shift in who gets recogni...
Hong Kong is trying to turn itself into China’s quantum technology gateway even as Washington keeps it under some of the heaviest sanctions pressure in the world. That matters b...
Why it matters: Hong Kong is trying to turn itself into China’s quantum technology gateway even as Washington keeps it under some of the heaviest sanctions pressure in the world. That matters b...
Trump's millionaire allies are ignoring the financial struggles of everyday Americans. This indifference is a stark reminder of how wealth can shield individuals from the econom...
Why it matters: Trump's millionaire allies are ignoring the financial struggles of everyday Americans. This indifference is a stark reminder of how wealth can shield individuals from the econom...
President Trump fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General and announced she would take a role in the private sector. This significant change in leadership raises concerns about accoun...
Why it matters: President Trump fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General and announced she would take a role in the private sector. This significant change in leadership raises concerns about accoun...
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi has announced her new role in the private sector while boasting about her achievements in office. As she transitions to this new position, her...
Why it matters: Former Attorney General Pam Bondi has announced her new role in the private sector while boasting about her achievements in office. As she transitions to this new position, her...
A student-led petition highlights ongoing bullying issues in Mascoutah schools, prompting community action. This situation underscores the need for accountability in local gover...
Why it matters: A student-led petition highlights ongoing bullying issues in Mascoutah schools, prompting community action. This situation underscores the need for accountability in local gover...
Michigan state legislator Mallory McMorrow presents herself as a populist crusader against surveillance pricing, but her record suggests otherwise. This matters now because vote...
Why it matters: Michigan state legislator Mallory McMorrow presents herself as a populist crusader against surveillance pricing, but her record suggests otherwise. This matters now because vote...
Washington has enacted a new tax targeting the wealthy, reshaping the state's economic landscape. This policy change raises questions about accountability and governance. 🧠 The...
Why it matters: Washington has enacted a new tax targeting the wealthy, reshaping the state's economic landscape. This policy change raises questions about accountability and governance. 🧠 The...
The Vallejo City Unified School District abruptly terminated its contract with an organization run by Eryck “Boomer” Bennett after becoming aware of a video where he shared inte...
Why it matters: The Vallejo City Unified School District abruptly terminated its contract with an organization run by Eryck “Boomer” Bennett after becoming aware of a video where he shared inte...
Tensions erupted at a Passover Seder in NYC as Mayor Mamdani faced hecklers amid rising antisemitism. This incident underscores significant civic engagement and community respon...
Why it matters: Tensions erupted at a Passover Seder in NYC as Mayor Mamdani faced hecklers amid rising antisemitism. This incident underscores significant civic engagement and community respon...
The Supreme Court has decided not to hear a Maine mother’s lawsuit against a school district regarding her parental rights related to her child’s gender transition. This ruling...
Why it matters: The Supreme Court has decided not to hear a Maine mother’s lawsuit against a school district regarding her parental rights related to her child’s gender transition. This ruling...
Political tensions are rising in Texas as three factors could shift the state's electoral landscape in favor of Democrats. The upcoming elections are shaping up to be a battlegr...
Why it matters: Political tensions are rising in Texas as three factors could shift the state's electoral landscape in favor of Democrats. The upcoming elections are shaping up to be a battlegr...
Riverside County issued three encroachment permits for 500+ Flock surveillance cameras to the wrong permittee and based on incomplete applications. Then it let them lapse for ov...
Why it matters: Riverside County issued three encroachment permits for 500+ Flock surveillance cameras to the wrong permittee and based on incomplete applications. Then it let them lapse for ov...
The Syracuse school board has a new member after the mayor's recent appointment. This change matters now as it highlights the ongoing issues of governance and accountability wit...
Why it matters: The Syracuse school board has a new member after the mayor's recent appointment. This change matters now as it highlights the ongoing issues of governance and accountability wit...
Macquline King has been appointed as the permanent CEO of Chicago Public Schools amid a looming budget deficit. Her leadership comes at a critical time with upcoming school boar...
Why it matters: Macquline King has been appointed as the permanent CEO of Chicago Public Schools amid a looming budget deficit. Her leadership comes at a critical time with upcoming school boar...
The Los Alamos Public Schools Board is set to hold a candidate forum on April 6 to discuss filling a vacancy resulting from a board member's resignation. This forum is a crucial...
Why it matters: The Los Alamos Public Schools Board is set to hold a candidate forum on April 6 to discuss filling a vacancy resulting from a board member's resignation. This forum is a crucial...
Senator Ed Markey's investigation into autonomous vehicles reveals troubling safety and transparency issues. This matters now as the reliance on remote assistance in self-drivin...
Why it matters: Senator Ed Markey's investigation into autonomous vehicles reveals troubling safety and transparency issues. This matters now as the reliance on remote assistance in self-drivin...
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill that would have renamed the Loop 202 freeway in the East Valley after slain MAGA influencer Charlie Kirk. This veto matters becaus...
Why it matters: Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill that would have renamed the Loop 202 freeway in the East Valley after slain MAGA influencer Charlie Kirk. This veto matters becaus...
A Republican representative is demanding federal intervention to protect a military veteran from being removed from her position by a local school board. This situation matters...
Why it matters: A Republican representative is demanding federal intervention to protect a military veteran from being removed from her position by a local school board. This situation matters...
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill to rename Palm Beach airport after Donald Trump. This decision highlights the growing influence of Trump on local institutions an...
Why it matters: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill to rename Palm Beach airport after Donald Trump. This decision highlights the growing influence of Trump on local institutions an...
CNN anchor Jake Tapper hit President Donald Trump with a barrage of video receipts in a blistering commentary highlighting Trump’s “ever-changing tale” about the war in Iran. As...
Why it matters: CNN anchor Jake Tapper hit President Donald Trump with a barrage of video receipts in a blistering commentary highlighting Trump’s “ever-changing tale” about the war in Iran. As...
An aide for New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, a New York City council member, and a retired NYPD sergeant are all tied to a federal bribery investigation involving migrant...
Why it matters: An aide for New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, a New York City council member, and a retired NYPD sergeant are all tied to a federal bribery investigation involving migrant...
A 14-year-old is making headlines by running for governor in Vermont. This unusual candidacy sparks a conversation about civic engagement and the electoral process. 🧠 The move:...
Why it matters: A 14-year-old is making headlines by running for governor in Vermont. This unusual candidacy sparks a conversation about civic engagement and the electoral process. 🧠 The move:...
A Minnesota school board’s regular meeting ended with decisions that will shape budgets, staffing, and daily school operations. That matters because local boards often make the...
Why it matters: A Minnesota school board’s regular meeting ended with decisions that will shape budgets, staffing, and daily school operations. That matters because local boards often make the...
A Lexington 1 school board vice chair has resigned after her husband’s arrest. The resignation lands in the middle of a public trust problem: when the people running schools are...
Why it matters: A Lexington 1 school board vice chair has resigned after her husband’s arrest. The resignation lands in the middle of a public trust problem: when the people running schools are...
ABC DEF The move: This story describes a phishing scam that allegedly targeted NFL and NBA players by pretending to be an adult film star. The NFLPA warned agents after the FBI...
Why it matters: ABC DEF The move: This story describes a phishing scam that allegedly targeted NFL and NBA players by pretending to be an adult film star. The NFLPA warned agents after the FBI...
University of Maryland students are set to vote in the Student Government Association presidential race next week. The race matters to campus life, but it is a local student ele...
Why it matters: University of Maryland students are set to vote in the Student Government Association presidential race next week. The race matters to campus life, but it is a local student ele...
Eagle Forum PAC has endorsed Cathi Bradford for Alabama’s State Board of Education race. The endorsement matters because it is not just a nod. It is a move to steer control of a...
Why it matters: Eagle Forum PAC has endorsed Cathi Bradford for Alabama’s State Board of Education race. The endorsement matters because it is not just a nod. It is a move to steer control of a...
Jesse Ventura attacked Donald Trump over military service and urged Barron Trump to enlist. It is a loud political insult, but it is not a meaningful government action or civic...
Why it matters: Jesse Ventura attacked Donald Trump over military service and urged Barron Trump to enlist. It is a loud political insult, but it is not a meaningful government action or civic...
A national right-wing PAC is flooding Wisconsin school board races with outside money. That matters because local school boards control real decisions about classrooms, budgets,...
Why it matters: A national right-wing PAC is flooding Wisconsin school board races with outside money. That matters because local school boards control real decisions about classrooms, budgets,...
Pennsylvania House Democrats pulled a Women’s Month resolution after Republicans forced a fight over how to define “woman.” The clash mattered because it turned a ceremonial res...
Why it matters: Pennsylvania House Democrats pulled a Women’s Month resolution after Republicans forced a fight over how to define “woman.” The clash mattered because it turned a ceremonial res...
Jen Psaki mocked Republicans for creating yet another award for Donald Trump. The episode matters because it shows how much of today’s politics is about performance, not governa...
Why it matters: Jen Psaki mocked Republicans for creating yet another award for Donald Trump. The episode matters because it shows how much of today’s politics is about performance, not governa...
Spotsylvania supervisors are backing Career and Technical Education in words while cutting three school positions in the latest budget proposal. That matters because school budg...
Why it matters: Spotsylvania supervisors are backing Career and Technical Education in words while cutting three school positions in the latest budget proposal. That matters because school budg...
Rep. Darrell Issa is challenging how much discretion the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has over patent review decisions. The dispute matters because it could change how paten...
Why it matters: Rep. Darrell Issa is challenging how much discretion the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has over patent review decisions. The dispute matters because it could change how paten...
Former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin was sentenced to 60 days in jail for contempt of court in a family legal dispute. It matters because court orders still have to mean somethin...
Why it matters: Former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin was sentenced to 60 days in jail for contempt of court in a family legal dispute. It matters because court orders still have to mean somethin...
President Donald Trump has received millions in donations from his Cabinet members — except for three people, according to a new report Tuesday. The Swamp, The Daily Beast's Sub...
Why it matters: President Donald Trump has received millions in donations from his Cabinet members — except for three people, according to a new report Tuesday. The Swamp, The Daily Beast's Sub...
State of the Oligarchy — NOLIGARCHY.US const DATA = [{ newsletter_json: {"week_of":"March 22, 2026","week_theme":"oligarchy in the crosshairs: tech barons weaponize hype, politi...
Why it matters: State of the Oligarchy — NOLIGARCHY.US const DATA = [{ newsletter_json: {"week_of":"March 22, 2026","week_theme":"oligarchy in the crosshairs: tech barons weaponize hype, politi...
This story is about a school employee being recognized for student leadership work, not a civic power fight. It does not meet the relevance standard for a NOLIGARCHY.us post, an...
Why it matters: This story is about a school employee being recognized for student leadership work, not a civic power fight. It does not meet the relevance standard for a NOLIGARCHY.us post, an...
Anya Lacey’s comments about Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback are making the rounds in a CNN film. It is political noise, not a civic development with a real govern...
Why it matters: Anya Lacey’s comments about Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback are making the rounds in a CNN film. It is political noise, not a civic development with a real govern...
Nevada’s 2026 State Board of Regents election will decide five seats on the board that governs the state’s public university system. That matters because these races shape who c...
Why it matters: Nevada’s 2026 State Board of Regents election will decide five seats on the board that governs the state’s public university system. That matters because these races shape who c...
A Carterville coach is under investigation, and the school board has now discussed the matter in public. The case matters because it tests whether the district can respond clear...
Why it matters: A Carterville coach is under investigation, and the school board has now discussed the matter in public. The case matters because it tests whether the district can respond clear...
A federal case involving the Collier County School Board puts local education governance in Florida under the spotlight. It matters because school boards control public schools,...
Why it matters: A federal case involving the Collier County School Board puts local education governance in Florida under the spotlight. It matters because school boards control public schools,...
A federal case involving the Bowling Green Independent Schools board puts Kentucky school governance in focus. It matters because school boards make decisions that shape public...
Why it matters: A federal case involving the Bowling Green Independent Schools board puts Kentucky school governance in focus. It matters because school boards make decisions that shape public...