House passes the NDAA, $900 billion defense policy bill, in 312-112 vote

Washington — The House on Wednesday approved a $900 billion defense policy bill as both chambers race to pass it before the end of the year.  The legislation — which sets lawmakers’ defense priorities and authorizes spending levels for the Defense Department and national security programs — cleared the lower chamber in a bipartisan vote

Missouri Voters Gather 300,000 Signatures to Oppose Republican Redistricting Plan

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway at her office in Jefferson City, Mo., on Nov. 19, 2025. David A. Lieb/AP Photo A group of Missouri voters has filed a petition with more than 300,000 signatures calling for a referendum that they hope will block a redistricting plan favorable to Republicans. The group, known as People Not

DOJ Sues Minneapolis Schools for Racial Discrimination Against Employment Candidates

Twin City Teachers and their supporters march in Minneapolis on Feb. 12, 2022. Hannah Hobus/Pioneer Press via AP A federal complaint filed on Dec. 9 alleges that one of the largest school districts in Minnesota illegally prioritized race and gender in hiring and personnel decisions. The lawsuit from the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division