10 rising stars in Democrat, Republican parties expected to emerge in 2025
Several rising stars in both the Democrat and Republican parties are expected to become key voices in political debates heading into 2025 and beyond.
How immigration and border security dominated 2024 and decided an election
Immigration and border security were two issues that dominated 2024 and help decide the November election as the border crisis loomed large over voters.
Former President Jimmy Carter Leaves Behind a Legacy of Mental Health Advocacy
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter were lifelong activists for improving and expanding mental health care access for Americans. Former President Jimmy Carter, who died at the age of 100 on Dec. 29, charted a more than 70-year legacy that began with his Navy service and continued into the present day with his international conflict resolution group,
Learning Curve: The new players in Congress
Every two years, the period between November's election and when the new Congress begins is often the busiest swath of time for the media's coverage of Congress.
Musk Backs Mike Johnson for Speaker
The tech tycoon endorsed House Speaker Mike Johnson hours after Trump threw his support behind him. Tech tycoon Elon Musk endorsed House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to retain the speaker’s gavel on Dec. 30, just days before members are slated to put the matter to a vote. Musk’s declaration of support for Johnson came hours
JD Vance’s California Stroll Sparks Hope for a ‘Great Again’ Future” After Illegals Invade by Water
Ben Bergquam recently posted a short video on his social media, sharing a moment of unexpected irony while reporting on the southern border. While covering an incident involving illegal immigrants beaching their boat near Solano Beach, California, Bergquam caught sight of Vice President-elect JD Vance walking along the beach with his family. The report of
Mass Deportations Could Devastate Mexico’s Economy, Economist Warns [Build A Wall Series]
Mass deportations proposed by President-elect Donald Trump could cost Mexico tens of billions of dollars and destabilize its economy. According to economist Ismael Plascencia López, the impact could stretch far beyond remittance losses, creating a humanitarian and logistical crisis. And as long as open borders in the US are an attraction to draw people from