Hundreds of UCLA protestors remained despite police orders, with tensions escalating after police entered the encampment and began removing barricades.Insert Preheader
Today's Poll Question
Should President Biden be more condemning of those responsible for campus unrest?
Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protestors remained at UCLA despite police dispersal order, with tensions escalating after police entered the fortified encampment and began removing barricades.
The Arizona Senate passed a repeal of the state's strict 1864 abortion ban, sending it to the governor for approval ahead of a Democratic initiative to expand abortion rights further.
The College Democrats of America have criticized Biden for his support of Israel's government, and have aligned themselves with pro-Palestinian campus protesters, advocating for a shift in policy.
Since April 30, over 400 protesters have been arrested on U.S. college campuses amid pro-Palestinian demonstrations, as part of the wider arrests totaling more than 1,500 since April 18.
In a decision initially met with backlash, a Connecticut middle school introduced a cellphone ban using locking pouches, notably improving student focus and reducing social media conflicts.
At Columbia’s protest, 63-year-old activist Lisa Fithian, labeled a "professional agitator" by police, was involved in advocacy against genocide in Gaza amid controversy over external influence.
The Commission on Presidential Debates scheduled the first 2024 debate for September 16, after considering early voting, despite concerns it begins after some states have started voting.
The Trevor Project's 2024 National Survey shows high suicide risks among LGBTQ+ youth, linked to anti-LGBTQ+ bullying and politics, with affirming environments reducing these risks.
RFK Jr. proposed a "no-spoiler" pledge with Biden, suggesting a joint poll to decide who should withdraw from the race to effectively challenge Trump, amidst difficulties in securing ballot access.
For the third consecutive month, immigration has been named the most important problem facing the U.S., its longest stretch in this position, and the most politically polarizing issue.
New York's wealthy are investing in elaborate security measures like electrified doorknobs and ballistic-grade walk-in closets due to heightened paranoia about personal safety.
A 538 analysis categorized U.S. House members into eight voting clusters that reveal ideological divides including Far-Right Obstructionists, Old Guard Republicans, Core Democrats, and more.
In the lead-up to Trump's trial, witnesses criticized his former attorney Michael Cohen as unreliable and difficult due to his erratic behavior and tendency to create drama.
Michael Deacon criticizes anti-Israel student protesters at universities for their entitlement and ignorance, suggesting their attitudes and actions could negatively impact the future of the West.
The Federal Reserve has decided to hold the federal funds rate steady at 5.25% to 5.5%, citing stalled progress in reducing U.S. inflation, which means borrowing costs will remain high.
Despite winning 2020 by reclaiming the Rust Belt and gaining ground in the Sun Belt, Biden’s support diminished in these areas, complicating his path to securing 270 Electoral College votes.
Harvey Weinstein, appearing frail and wheelchair-bound, attended a New York court session where prosecutors stated they could retry his rape case, after his previous conviction was overturned.
The 9th Circuit is considering if dying patients have the right to try psilocybin and MDMA under "right to try" laws, despite DEA prohibitions on these Schedule I drugs for terminal cases.
Jerry Seinfeld's comedic style now faces scrutiny under today's more sensitive cultural norms, as many of his classic jokes potentially lead to controversy or cancellation in the current climate.
Noem continues to defend her decision to shoot her aggressive family dog, telling Fox News she blames "fake news" for the backlash and emphasizing the necessity of the act for safety.
Trump said Wednesday it "was a beautiful thing to watch" police officers raiding a Columbia University building, calling protestors “raging lunatics and Hamas sympathizers.”
Missouri voters got a step closer to getting to decide whether to raise the state’s minimum wage to $15 an hour after a group said it turned in nearly double the required number of signatures.