Former Obama White House counsel, Kathryn Ruemmler, faced tough questions from the House Oversight Committee about her long-standing affiliation with the late Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender. Both Republican and Democratic members of the committee challenged Ruemmler’s narrative regarding her relationship with Epstein. Ruemmler, who recently resigned from her position as Goldman Sachs’ top […]
Dr. Erica Schwartz, nominated to become the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), attended her Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday. During the session, she acknowledged being unaware of changes to vaccine policies proposed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. She did not directly address questions regarding her support for these policy changes. […]
Lindy Li, once a leading Democratic fundraiser, argues that President Joe Biden has made a mistake by promising to explain his re-election bid for 2024. Concerns over Biden’s age and cognitive abilities have mounted, and Li believes his forthcoming memoir, Promise Me, America, might revive painful memories for Democrats since their 2024 election defeat. Li […]
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche attended his confirmation hearing on Wednesday, addressing several key issues. Blanche, who seeks the permanent position, made clear his role and responsibilities. He stated emphatically that he is not merely a ‘yes man,’ even as he acknowledged that President Donald Trump is his superior. Among the topics Blanche faced at […]
The status of Evanston’s “sweepstakes” machines is still undecided after the City Council deferred confronting the issue of regulation versus a complete prohibition. These gaming kiosks fall into a legal gray area in Illinois gambling laws. Though video gambling machines have been prohibited within city borders since 2009, sweepstakes machines operate under a legal loophole. […]
The symbolic vote in the U.S. House of Representatives illustrates a significant shift in Democratic politics regarding Israel. Progressive candidates are increasingly voicing their anger over issues in Gaza and U.S. military aid. This has become a focal point in campaign discussions. On July 15, 2026, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, representing New York, cast […]
Democracy Dies in Darkness Presidentialism, when paired with single-member districts, poses significant challenges. This combination encourages leaders to concentrate power by fostering division. Andy Craig, writing for The UnPopulist, explores these issues. The UnPopulist is an independent outlet focused on defending liberal democracy against authoritarianism, both in the U.S. and worldwide. Craig, in his introduction […]
Former Vice President Kamala Harris criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following a fatal shooting incident involving agents. She called for an independent investigation into the death of Joan Sebastian Guerrero, a 26-year-old Colombian national. Guerrero was shot Monday while attempting to flee in a vehicle during an ICE operation targeting another individual. Harris shared […]
Democrats are showing clear division over legislation aimed at terminating aid to Israel. This highlights shifting attitudes within the party as support for the Palestinian cause increases. Recently, House lawmakers voted 104-313 to reject an amendment cutting $3.3 billion in foreign aid to Israel for the next fiscal year. The vote was notable for its […]
Senator Marsha Blackburn, a Republican from Tennessee, strongly criticized former Special Counsel Jack Smith, accusing him of illegally collecting text messages from 44 Congress members. Blackburn alleges Smith violated the law and abused his power, noting previous denials by Smith about acquiring phone records. She calls for a full investigation into the ‘Arctic Frost’ probe, […]