Author: Brittany Mays

Venezuelan lawmakers have begun debating a bill that would loosen state control over the oil sector, a first major overhaul since Hugo Chavez nationalized large portions of the industry. Lawmakers in Caracas have opened formal discussion on legislation aimed at reducing direct government control of the oil industry, signaling a possible shift in policy after decades of state dominance. The proposal would change how the sector is managed and who can participate, touching a nerve in a country where oil has long been political power. From a Republican viewpoint, market-driven changes are promising but must come with accountability and rule…

The California governor correctly figures that if he stays on offense, his own dismal record will be ignored, even if that offense looks odd. Playing offense is a classic political move: control the story and hope voters focus on the spectacle, not the substance. In California’s case that strategy is visible in high-profile speeches, viral moments, and distractions that shift attention away from day-to-day policy outcomes. The tactic can work short-term, but it does not fix the underlying problems voters feel every day. Look at homelessness, where the visible crisis on city streets is the kind of failure that can’t…

TikTok has finalized a deal to create a new American version of the app, avoiding the looming threat of a ban in the U.S. that has been in discussion for years. The announcement lands after years of heated debate in Washington about foreign influence and data security. Republicans have driven much of that pressure, arguing the platform poses risks beyond simple entertainment. The new American version is presented as a way to keep TikTok available while addressing long-standing concerns. From a Republican standpoint, the core issue has never been about censoring speech but about protecting Americans and their data. Lawmakers…

For pro-lifers the NIH’s decision is a payoff on their decades-long lobbying effort to end taxpayer-funded experiments involving aborted babies. This move by the National Institutes of Health landed squarely in the middle of a long-running moral and political fight, and conservative voters see it as a clear win. For years grassroots activists, legislators, and faith leaders pushed to stop federal money from underwriting work that relies on tissue from elective abortions. Their message was steady: taxpayers should not be forced to bankroll practices that violate deeply held beliefs about the sanctity of life. The change also reflects a broader…

Elon Musk’s $10 million boost to Nate Morris has the Kentucky Senate primary scrambling, rattling rivals and refocusing the race around cash, business records, and outsider influence. Elon Musk’s recent $10 million donation to the pro-Nate Morris “Fight for Kentucky” super PAC has injected real money into the GOP primary to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell. That sum is reported as Musk’s largest gift to a Senate candidate and immediately reshaped campaign chatter across the state. Polling still shows Morris behind established names, but the dollars bring a fresh dynamic to the contest. The Morris campaign is suddenly more visible…

President Trump on Wednesday said he will not use “force” to annex Greenland but gave European partners an ultimatum that puts NATO and sovereignty at the center of a sharp, high-stakes diplomatic moment. When the president made his remark on Wednesday he was clear about one thing: the United States will not resort to “force” to take control of Greenland. At the same time he handed Europe a blunt choice, signaling that allies need to make tougher decisions about their strategic priorities. That mix of restraint and pressure is meant to shift the conversation from rhetoric to results. Greenland sits…

Christian leaders must weigh their responsibilities: prioritize the religious freedom and safety of congregants while offering compassionate pastoral care, respect the rule of law, and avoid actions that undermine legal institutions or expose their churches to legal and moral risk. Pastors and church leaders face a real tension when immigration enforcement and ministry intersect. It’s reasonable to care for vulnerable people, but reasonable care should not mean putting congregants’ religious freedoms or safety at risk. Leaders should think clearly about where their obligations lie and how to protect the flock. Religious liberty is not an abstract privilege reserved for slogans…

State slipping toward lawlessness as national distractions let local leaders fail While Washington fights over Greenland, artificial intelligence, and political maneuvering, a major American state is sliding into chaos and authoritarian local control. A recent viral incident involving anti-ICE agitators and media figures has exposed how poorly leadership is handling public safety and immigration enforcement. The breakdown points to broader failures by officials who prioritize publicity and politics over law and order. Local activists clashed with federal immigration officers and the spectacle went viral, driven by media figures who treated confrontation as content. That kind of theater masks the real…

Rep. Brittany Pettersen told nearly 8,000 people on a telephone town hall that Democratic leaders are quietly marshaling plans for another impeachment push against President Donald Trump, a move that follows a recent failed effort and has reignited debate over tactics, legal claims, and political priorities. Rep. Brittany Pettersen of Colorado said during a Wednesday town hall that Democrats are preparing for another impeachment attempt against President Donald Trump. Nearly 8,000 Coloradans took part in the call, underscoring interest and concern among constituents about where the party is headed on this issue. Pettersen openly signaled the party’s intent when she…

Washington’s arts scene heats up this weekend as a major touring dance company wraps its Kennedy Center engagement and a long-running percussion spectacle takes over the National, offering back-to-back nights of high-energy movement and rhythmic intensity for locals and visitors alike. Weekend performance calendars tend to swell in winter, and this one is no exception. The Kennedy Center hosts the final performances of a touring dance production that’s been drawing steady crowds. Across town, a percussion-driven show that has built a devoted following is staging a run at the National, promising loud, kinetic entertainment. The dance piece closing at the…