Government
Mask Mandates Have Been Lifted in These States
Local mask mandates are in effect in some areas, while some states such as Texas and Mississippi have abandoned these guidelines.
How Much Elizabeth Warren's Net Worth Tax Would Cost Prominent Politicians
The Massachusetts senator's proposed legislation could cost Donald Trump around $39 million.
COVID Restrictions Are Being Lifted in These States
Texas, Mississippi, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts are among the states where restrictions were eased this month.
Corruption and Tax Abuse Slow Action on Poverty and Climate Change
We must have greater transparency around public spending, stronger international cooperation to prosecute bribery and global governance of tax abuse and money laundering.
How to Apply for FEMA Aid after the Texas Winter Storm
Those applying for both home and business disaster assistance can complete one application to cover both.
Governors Face Constitutional Reality Check
Liberty is not a goalpost to be moved, but a right to be closely guarded.
Majority of Americans Say U.S. System of Government Is 'Not Sound': Poll
Only 7 percent of U.S. adults said that they believed the American system of government was "basically sound" and required no changes in a poll released Monday.
Iowa Rep. Breaks House Rules, Wears Jeans To Protest Lack of Mask Mandate
A mask mandate is in place in Iowa but does not apply to "any person in space under the control of the Legislative or Judicial Branches," according to the order.
Uncivil Religion in an Uncivil War
Civil religion is the set of sacred values, rituals and symbols that tell a nation's story and give a shared identity to its people.
Joe Biden's First Week in Office: What He's Done Vs. What He Promised
The president signed a wave of executive orders during his first week. Here's how they compare to what he promised he'd get done in the early days of his administration.
Putting Us All On Notice
If a demonstration turns into a deadly mob like the one we witnessed on January 6, we can't hesitate to use the resources at our disposal to hold any perpetrators accountable.
Reactions Follow Rand Paul's 'Throw Your Mask Away' Comment
"Rand Paul is the example of how dangerous it is to have people in positions of authority who speak loudly but have no clue what they're talking about," said former Kentucky Senate candidate Charles Booker.
Some Turbotax Customers Might Not Receive Their Stimulus Until End of Month
Over 100 million second stimulus payments have been been "direct deposited into eligible recipients' accounts," as of Friday, the IRS confirmed.
Sarah Sanders' Old Teacher Lectures Her About First Amendment
The teacher told Sanders that if she had taken his AP Government class, she would better understand the First Amendment.
Was the Capitol Riot Sedition or Insurrection?
President-elect Joe Biden described Wednesday's events as "disorder, it's chaos, it borders on sedition."
Who is Ashli Babbit? Woman Shot Dead at Capitol Was U.S. Air Force Veteran
The 35-year-old woman was a high level security official throughout her 14-year service with the U.S. Air Force.
Are Post Offices, Social Security Closed on Christmas Eve?
Mail is delivered as usual on December 24, while all in-person services at social security offices are closed amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
TikTok Suspends Mexican Politician Over Marijuana Celebration
The Congresswoman seemed a little too happy about the news of a bill passing that would pave the way toward legalization.
Most GOP Senators Stay Mum on Trump's Efforts to Challenge Election
Mitt Romney, Susan Collins and Ben Sasse have been outspoken about Trump's challenges to the election results, while most other Republican senators have not.
The Origins of America's Mental Health Crisis
It's no wonder that a soulless economic and political system that disregards the well-being of its people produces chronic anxiety and despair.
We Need More American Muslims in Public Life
American Muslim concerns are American concerns. And like all Americans, we have a role to play in restoring and reviving our country.
All The Lebanese Politicians Who Have Resigned Since Explosion
More than 150 people have died after an explosion in the Lebanese capital of Beirut.
COVID-19 Vaccine Allegedly Given to Russian Billionaires, Country Denies It
Several Russian health officials have denied the allegation.
House Dem Says Lawmakers Should Consider Lifting Freeze on Congress Raises
Rep. Tim Ryan (D-Ohio) said Tuesday that lawmakers should consider reinstating cost-of-living adjustments for members of Congress, the last of which occurred in January 2009.
The Back-to-Work Bonus Is a Bad Idea. Do the Payroll Tax Holiday Instead
Outside Washington, the argument that the answer to the problems created by subsidizing unemployment lies in a program to subsidize re-employment would be met with silent stares—and justifiably so.
Coronavirus Treatments and Vaccines Will Only Work if They Are Affordable
Americans have good reason to be skeptical that Big Pharma will be our savior in this crisis—unless our fellow Republicans and Democrats in Congress intervene.
We Need a Recovery That Puts Workers First. And Yes, It's Urgent
Ordinary Americans—not corporations—need money now. What will it take for Republican leaders in Congress to feel "the urgency" and do their part?
Florida Sen. Rick Scott Says Americans Have Right to Worship No Matter What
He followed President Trump's lead Sunday, declaring all Americans have the right to "worship at a church service."
Congress Is Lost on Stimulus Mountain
As a Montanan and lifelong sportsman, I know what can happen when panic overrides common sense. And sadly, that's what I'm seeing from lawmakers in D.C.
EU Foreign Policy Chief Says China Trying to Exploit Division Within Europe
The European Union's foreign policy chief cautioned member states against allowing China to take advantage of diplomatic divisions between them in order to impose their "state-centric" stance.