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Trump’s White House Ballroom: How Construction Bypassed Federal Oversight

The White House is the seat of executive power and one of the nation's most secure facilities. Its physical form…

Is the US on a War Footing with Venezuela?

In October 2025, the long-simmering tensions between the United States and Venezuela escalated dramatically, pushing the two nations to the…

Do Presidential Debates Change Elections? What the Evidence Shows

Every four years, the American political landscape braces for its marquee event: the presidential debate. The news media often frames…

[Updated] Why is the Government Still Shut Down? What Comes Next?

As of October 16, 2025, the United States federal government remains in a partial shutdown. The impasse began at 12:01…

Trump’s $40 Billion Argentina Bailout: Strategic Gamble or Political Favor?

With Argentina facing another financial crisis ahead of crucial midterm elections, the Trump administration has announced a potential $40 billion…

How Supreme Court Cases Could End Voting Rights Act Protections

As of October 2025, the Supreme Court is poised to issue rulings in two cases that could fundamentally reshape American…

How Republicans and Democrats Have Handled Past Bigotry Scandals in Their Own Ranks

In October 2025, Politico exposed thousands of racist, sexist, and pro-Hitler messages exchanged in a private chat group among Young…

K-12 Education in America: How Curricula Differ Across States

The concept of a singular "American" public education system is a myth. The United States operates more than fifty distinct…