Author: Rana McCallister

California Gov. Gavin Newsom joined a nearly two-hour podcast with Ben Shapiro to discuss the death of Renee Nicole Good, and the exchange brought fresh scrutiny to a press office post that described the incident as “STATE. SPONSORED. TERRORISM.” The discussion included pointed pushback from Shapiro and a rare on-record concession from Newsom. That back-and-forth has reignited questions about political rhetoric and how leaders frame violent or tragic encounters. Newsom sat down with Ben Shapiro on the Daily Wire podcast for a long, public conversation that dug into the language his office used after the incident. The podcast format let…

A bill in the Maryland Senate would allow the state to enter into reciprocal agreements with other jurisdictions for speed and traffic camera violations. The Maryland Senate is considering a bill that would let the state strike reciprocal agreements with other jurisdictions to handle speed and traffic camera violations. In plain terms, that means drivers who commit infractions in other states or who pass through Maryland could be held accountable through a shared enforcement system. The proposal aims to close gaps where out-of-state drivers avoid penalties simply because their vehicles are registered elsewhere. That basic idea has sparked both practical…

Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote that defeated a Senate War Powers resolution aimed at restricting President Donald Trump’s ability to take military action regarding Venezuela, reversing an earlier bipartisan move and leaving Venezuela policy more firmly in the administration’s hands. The Senate reached a 50-50 deadlock Wednesday night, which required Vance to step in and break the tie, effectively killing the measure. Earlier this month a small group of Republicans had crossed the aisle to join Democrats in supporting restrictions on presidential authority. That temporary coalition signaled worry about unchecked military moves, but the balance shifted by…

The Trump administration opened an investigation Thursday into the California Community College Athletic Association, responding to a complaint filed by female players about a transgender athlete play The federal inquiry into the California Community College Athletic Association landed like a wake-up call for women’s athletics. The Trump administration opened an investigation Thursday into the California Community College Athletic Association, responding to a complaint filed by female players about a transgender athlete play, and that move underlined a larger fight over fairness, safety, and the integrity of competition. For many coaches and athletes, this is not abstract policy talk; it’s about…

New survey data from the Becket Fund’s 2025 report shows growing public support for expressing religious beliefs in public life, with younger Americans playing a key role in that shift. Recent findings from the Becket Fund’s 2025 survey show a noticeable change in how people think about faith in public spaces. Support for visible religious expression is stronger now than in previous years, and the trend is especially clear among younger cohorts. That shift is reshaping conversations in schools, workplaces, and civic life. Younger Americans described in the report appear more comfortable bringing faith into public settings, and their attitudes…

President Trump notified Congress he will close the migrant camp in Qatar that temporarily houses Afghan evacuees before they are allowed to enter the United States, a senior lawmaker said Wednesday, and the move shifts the focus back to strict vetting, border integrity, and congressional oversight. The announcement that the camp in Qatar will be shut down reflects a clear priority on tightening entry controls and reasserting sovereign authority over who comes into the country. For Republicans, this is about restoring order after chaotic evacuation and resettlement practices that left security gaps. Closing the facility aims to prevent open-ended holding…

Coverage of a violent confrontation sparked a wave of false claims from far-left voices in both the media and elected office, but the agent’s documented injuries bolster the case that he acted to defend himself. The initial public story was shaped fast and loud, with activists and sympathetic outlets leaning into a version that left out obvious physical evidence. That messaging pushed a political narrative before investigators had finished collecting facts, and it steered public opinion in a one-sided direction. The contrast between the early claims and what the injuries show is striking. The agent’s wounds are not just a…

Gen X has long lived in the background, but that quiet steady presence turns out to be a practical advantage in work, family, and culture. Gen X grew up between analog and digital worlds, which taught a rare kind of adaptability. We learned to fix stuff ourselves, to call when necessary, and to reboot both machines and plans without drama. That mix of hands-on resourcefulness and low-key confidence shapes how many of us operate today. Being overlooked didn’t make Gen X bitter so much as efficient. When attention wasn’t guaranteed, the instinct became to set clear goals and get things…

As Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrives in China on Wednesday, his hosts see an opportunity to peel the longtime U.S. ally away from their rival, at least a bit. Canada’s trip to Beijing is taking place at a tense moment in global politics, and the optics matter as much as the pledges. From a Republican perspective, any move that even hints at drifting from the U.S. alliance is cause for scrutiny, especially when it involves increased economic dependency on a strategic competitor. The visit will be watched in Washington and Ottawa for signs that trade or diplomatic ties could…

ICE recently arrested Sriudorn Phaivan, an undocumented individual with a lengthy criminal history, in a case that involves allegations of violent sexual assault against a young boy and a girl; the arrest highlights law enforcement action at the border and renewed calls for firm immigration enforcement and victim protection. The arrest of Sriudorn Phaivan puts a spotlight on what happens when immigration enforcement and violent crime intersect. Local and federal authorities say this is the kind of case that sharpens public debate over border security, enforcement priorities, and removal policies. For many, the immediate reaction is that law and order…