Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger announced to the global community that they plan on immediately withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC). These three military-led countries stated that they felt the ICC was an "instrument of neo-colonialist repression.” The ICC has not yet issued an official response, and although these three countries stressed their urgent need to withdraw, the process will take up to a year before it is fully effective.
Read MoreJimmy Kimmel Live! became the latest target of Trump’s media suppression campaign after Kimmel’s September 15th monologue, where he associated Trump’s ‘MAGA’ movement with political violence. Many Americans wonder: how far will Trump go to suppress left-leaning media and is a president’s influence on the media constitutional?
Read MoreThe language within Trump’s own executive order seems to suggest a repositioning of the United States as an aggressor on the global stage. The new name seeks to showcase the administration's commitment toward an “America First” agenda and dedication to securing what they see as rightfully theirs.
Read MoreSocial media and harmful rhetoric from party leaders and political commentators are fanning the flames of the fire Kirk’s murder has ignited, with a frightening increase in calls for violence and even civil war. If major social media platforms do not work to take down videos of graphic violence, such as that of Charlie Kirk’s murder, and politicians do not tone down their rhetoric, it will be difficult for things to change for the better.
Read MoreFollowing the devastation of Hurricane Helene, President Trump claimed that FEMA’s efforts were “a disaster.” This statement is not entirely false, as FEMA undoubtedly needs reform. Hurricane Helene was a true test of the organization’s capabilities, and it ultimately failed. However, the solution does not lie in abolishing the whole organization, as this will not make disaster relief any more efficient, much less equitable.
Read MoreThe Liberal Democratic Party has been ruling Japan since the post-war period, and after being plagued with scandals and low public opinion polls, Japan is struggling with stable leadership amidst a politically turbulent time. Despite reaching a deal on tariffs, U.S.-Japan relations remain rocky, with recent polls in Japan revealing citizens’ desires to cut ties and for the country to take a self-defense-centered approach to national security.
Read MoreThe decision made by the Brazilian Supreme Court will force Brazil to reassess its international alliances and confront the political discord domestically. Lula will need to figure out how to deal with the fallout by creating a new economic plan for Brazil and finding a way to slow the growing divide between Brazilian citizens. Lula has previously faced threats of violence in this politically volatile situation. If he wishes to avoid further violence, he must act decisively to establish new foreign relationships and to appease aggrieved right-leaning Brazilians.
Read MoreIn her State of the European Union address, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, joined by Parliament President Roberta Metsola, set out a vision of solidarity for a continent under pressure. From current events in Ukraine and Gaza to the significance of energy and technology, the speech revealed both the EU’s determination and its deep divisions. With MEPs pressing tough questions, the speech underscored Europe’s priorities, highlighting the uncertain path ahead.
Read MoreOn September 6th, the United States Supreme Court voted 6-3 to lift a lower court’s order that was blocking immigration raids in Los Angeles, California, while legal challenges continue. Even though the case remains unresolved, this choice has already sent signs of a dangerous trajectory, one where executive power is prioritized over constitutional protections, with vulnerable communities paying the price.
Read MoreOnce framed as urban crime or isolated acts, mass shootings now cut across every demographic and geography. Yet mass shootings barely make the newscycle anymore, dulling public outrage and allowing policymakers to sidestep meaningful reform. Easy access to firearms continues to fuel tragedies like the killings in Utah and Colorado, while lawmakers and lobbyists keep real change out of reach.
Read MoreOn August 5th, 2025, the House Oversight Committee moved to subpoena an array of documents from the Epstein estate. Among the records provided… was the long-anticipated 2003 “birthday book,” written by convicted sex offender Ghislaine Maxwell for Epstein’s 50th birthday. Included were contributions from notable public figures such as former President Bill Clinton and Epstein’s former lawyer, Alan Dershowitz, as well as a letter seemingly written and signed by Donald Trump, which has only thrust the President further into hot water.
Read MoreThe billionaire elites have found that it's much easier to take advantage of a bovine working class. Is there a better way to create a citizenry incapable of critical thought than by institutionalizing a dogma that demonizes it?
Read MoreThe Congressional Delegation comes amid rising economic tensions due to the Trump Administration’s tariffs, the struggle over the ownership of TikTok, and the seemingly constant race between the two powers to have the technological advantage.
Read MorePoliticians are no longer just political figures, they’re curated personalities, crafted for digital intimacy and viral appeal. As voters form parasocial relationships with these carefully managed public images, political engagements shift from policy to personality. Criticism becomes disloyalty, power hides behind charm, and emotional attachment overrides accountability. In treating politicians like people we know, like, or even idolize, we risk replacing democratic responsibility with affective loyalty, and in doing so, we protect the image more than the institution.
Read MoreIn February 2025, President Donald Trump posted an image of himself wearing a golden crown with the words “Long Live The King.” Days later, he shared another image dressed in papal robes, joking about becoming Pope. These posts sparked backlash, with critics pointing to Article I, Section 9 of the Constitution, which forbids titles of nobility. Trump’s rhetoric, while styled as humor, reflects a deeper erosion of democratic norms. In a nation founded on the rejection of monarchy and the embrace of rule by the people, such gestures are not just symbolic—they are dangerous. The presidency is not a throne; it is a public trust. Treating it otherwise threatens the very foundations of the republic.
Read MoreNorth Carolina’s 2026 Senate race is shaping up to be one of the most competitive—and unpredictable—contests in the country. With high-profile contenders emerging in both parties and a vulnerable incumbent caught between factions, the outcome will depend heavily on who actually enters the race.
Read MorePrior to 2021, the State of Oklahoma allowed transgender individuals to change the sex on their birth certificates to reflect their gender identity after transition. In 2021, as a wave of anti-trans sentiment spread across many conservative states, Governor Kevin Stitt signed an Executive Order barring the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) from amending the sex of any individual on their birth certificates. Rowan Fowler, a transgender woman who had been affected by the Order, joined with several other similarly situated individuals to sue the Governor, on the grounds that his order violated the Fourteenth Amendment’s guarantee of Equal Protection. After losing in the District Court, and winning on appeal at the Tenth Circuit, Fowler and her fellow litigants now face one final legal hurdle at the Supreme Court. What merit is there to her Equal Protection claim?
Read MoreOn Monday, April 16th, the United Kingdom Supreme Court ruled that the official definition of a “woman” solely refers to an individual’s biological sex. This decision overlooks the rights to security, freedom, and individuality of people who are already some of the most heavily marginalized in society. While the impacts of the law are still unfolding, it could eventually make it so that discrimination against transgender women in the U.K. becomes much more commonplace. Even more so, it risks undermining the social legitimacy of transgender identities as “real.” Finally, it could easily influence policies relating to transgender and gender non-conforming individuals in other nations, especially in fragile political climates where political leaders are already leaning towards limiting LGBTQ+ rights.
Read MoreThe Hunger Games offers a framework for understanding how narrative functions as a tool of political control through the lens of media, rhetoric, and perception. In Panem, the Capitol doesn’t just eliminate opposition, it controls its image. President Donald Trump’s political strategies have relied on similar mechanisms, creating a parallel between him and President Snow (and the Capitol). In 2016, grievance became branding. In 2020, the campaign prioritized spectacle. Now, in 2025, after a return to the office, that approach has only intensified. This emphasis has shifted from confronting dissent directly to influencing how it is publicly interpreted and politically leveraged.
Read MoreThe weakening of the dollar can be attributed to many factors, including uncertainty about the future, political instability, and declining investment. As a country whose primary export is its currency and financial services, the United States is a critical player in the international economy, and the value of the dollar can have massive impacts domestically and globally.
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