Politics ACA Approval at Record High Despite Political Divisions Stella Green, December 8, 2025 Approval ratings for the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare, have reached new heights despite political polarization over healthcare. According to recent polling data from Gallup, support for this landmark legislation has climbed to 57%, matching its highest level since tracking began in 2012. The poll reveals that… Continue Reading
Politics Federal Judge Intensifies Legal Battle Over Controversial Deportation Orders Under Alien Enemies Act Stella Green, December 8, 2025 A federal judge in Washington is escalating his investigation into a highly contentious decision by Trump administration officials to deport 137 Venezuelan men under the centuries-old Alien Enemies Act. The move has sparked legal debate over executive versus judicial authority. In an order made Monday, Judge James Boasberg announced that… Continue Reading
Politics US House Committee Prepares for Key Meeting on NAFTA Renewal Stella Green, December 8, 2025 House Ways and Means Committee members are set to meet with Canadian Ambassador Kirsten Hillman this week in preparation for the upcoming July review of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which will formally be replaced by the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). This meeting is part of ongoing US… Continue Reading
Politics U.S.-Mediated Peace Efforts for Ukraine-Russia Conflict Under Scrutiny as Europe Prepares Summit Stella Green, December 8, 2025 European leaders meet in London after U.S. Envoy Expects Diplomatic Breakthrough Amidst New Concerns The upcoming London summit, featuring discussions between German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer regarding a US-led initiative to end the war in Ukraine, has highlighted growing concerns among European nations about certain… Continue Reading
Politics House GOPer Nancy Mace Criticizes Party Leadership Control in Congress Stella Green, December 8, 2025 Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), who is seeking the nomination for governor in South Carolina, has voiced sharp criticism against what she describes as an unresponsive House majority leader and a restrictive legislative process that stifles democracy. In a guest column published Monday, Mace wrote that upon arriving in Washington five… Continue Reading
Politics Sharon Henderson Indicted for Misusing COVID-19 Unemployment Benefits Stella Green, December 8, 2025 A Georgia state representative has been indicted on charges of stealing over $17,000 from pandemic-related unemployment benefits by falsely claiming job loss due to COVID-19. Sharon Henderson, a Democrat representing Covington in Henry County, is accused of repeatedly submitting fraudulent weekly certifications starting mid-2020 while seeking federal aid. According to… Continue Reading
Politics HHS Corrects Portrait Error by Reverting Nameplate for Dr. Levine Stella Green, December 8, 2025 The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has addressed a recent error involving the official portrait of Dr. Rachel Levine, the former Assistant Secretary for Health. It was reported that the nameplate beneath her portrait had been altered to display “Richard,” which is believed to be her birth name,… Continue Reading
Politics New York Mayor-Elect Controversy: Transition Team Includes Man With Alleged Criminal Past Stella Green, December 8, 2025 In a development that has sparked controversy, the transition team for New York’s newly elected mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani includes Mysonne Linen despite his history of alleged violent crimes. The appointment marks a significant point of discussion as the city prepares for major changes under the progressive administration. The announcement came… Continue Reading
Politics Economy Thrives Amid Political Spin: Expert Criticizes Exaggerated ‘Affordability Crisis’ Narrative Stella Green, December 8, 2025 Polling expert Patrick Allocco has questioned the accuracy of reports suggesting Americans are suffering from an “affordability crisis,” arguing that such narratives are often exaggerated by selective polling and political framing. In a Monday statement, Allocco contended that these claims overlook broad economic indicators showing genuine prosperity. According to Allocco,… Continue Reading
Politics Administration Unveils Sweeping Plan for Federal Workforce Reduction Stella Green, December 8, 2025 The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director, Russ Vought, along with Deputy Director Eric Ueland, has directed federal agency heads to identify waste and implement cost-cutting measures. Their memo outlines a significant restructuring effort targeting what they term “unnecessary” roles and wasteful spending within the federal government…. Continue Reading