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Author: Eleanor Stratton

  • DOGE Finds Just 3 States Make Up Over Half Of Unemployment Fraud

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    Since 2020, an eye-watering $382 million in fraudulent unemployment payments has flowed through the cracks of the U.S. benefits system—most of it concentrated in just three states. Together, these outliers are responsible for over 80% of the improper claims, raising serious concerns about administrative blind spots and systemic vulnerabilities. From toddlers collecting six-figure payouts to…

  • What It Means When Democrats Vote Like Republicans

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    Bipartisanship or Betrayal? In 2025, American politics resembles a battlefield more than a republic, with key figures like Jared Golden marking new paths by crossing party lines. Golden supported the SAVE Act, which demands proof of citizenship before voting—a move he defends as necessary to prevent fraud. Critics argue it risks disenfranchising people, especially married…

  • 5 Things You Should Know About Immigrants and Medicaid

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    Immigrants in the U.S. significantly contribute to the economy and health care systems but face systemic barriers when accessing Medicaid and other public health programs. Despite often qualifying, many enroll at lower rates due to policy complexity, fear, and language challenges. Emergency Medicaid offers a vital safety net for urgent cases, though its funding is…

  • 1968 Civil Rights Act Signed

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    The Civil Rights Act of 1968: A Turning Point in American History April 11, 1968, marked a pivotal moment in American history with the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, also known as the Fair Housing Act, by President Lyndon B. Johnson. This legislative milestone came just a week after Martin Luther King…

  • Did Booker Break Senate Rules?

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    Cory Booker’s Marathon Senate Speech Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey delivered a remarkable 25-hour speech on the Senate floor, protesting policies under President Trump’s administration. Booker’s intent was to highlight what he perceived as threats to American democracy and to energize his political base. Booker’s protest wasn’t a traditional filibuster but rather a broad…

  • Inside DOGE: A Former Insider Speaks

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    DOGE Takes Over: A New Era in Federal Government Merici Vinton's experience at the US Digital Service (USDS) changed dramatically with the arrival of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk. Vinton described the new era as "highly secretive" with a shift away from collaboration and consensus-building. DOGE implemented what she calls…

  • Can Congress Regain Tariff Power?

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    Congressional Authority on Tariffs The U.S. Constitution designates Congress as the primary authority over tariffs. Article I, Section 8 endows Congress with the power to "lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises," and to "regulate Commerce with foreign Nations." These words cement Congress's central role in shaping economic policy. Yet, over time, Congress has…

  • Judge Rules AP Ban Unconstitutional

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    Federal Judge Rules White House's Punishment of Associated Press Unconstitutional Judge Trevor McFadden's ruling brings the White House's decision to block the Associated Press from presidential events under constitutional scrutiny. The federal judge, a Trump appointee, determined that restricting AP's access due to coverage that displeased the administration violates constitutional principles, particularly the First Amendment's…

  • The Two Biggest Impacts Of Musk’s $150B Savings Goal

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    DOGE Aims for $150 Billion in Savings by 2026 Elon Musk, chief of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), announced during a White House Cabinet meeting with President Donald Trump that the agency aims to save $150 billion in fiscal year 2026. Musk highlighted potential savings through reducing waste and fraud within government operations, citing…

  • Who Reins In ‘Activist’ Judges? The House Just Picked a Side

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    House Passes No Rogue Rulings Act The No Rogue Rulings Act, spearheaded by Rep. Darrell Issa, has passed the House with a narrow margin of 219 to 213. The bill saw near-unanimous Republican support, with only one GOP member opposing it, while Democrats stood united in opposition. This legislation aims to curtail district courts’ authority…