Fauci leaves in December

It was announced Monday that Dr. Anthony Fauci, who became a household name during the COVID-19 pandemic and was the target of partisan attacks, will leave the federal government in December. Fauci was with the US government for five decades.

How Concerned Are You About Monkeypox?

A survey done by The Economist/YouGov found most Americans are not worried about monkeypox in the United States despite the U.S. declaring a state of emergency. The survey asked respondents to consider both the risk of contracting it and the seriousness of the illness. How worried are you about contracting monkeypox?

Mounting Opposition to Immigration is Rising Among Republicans and Democrats 

Republican voters are evenly divided on whether immigration is good or bad for the nation, according to a new Gallup poll. Republicans’ desire for less immigration has surged since 2020. Republicans have primarily driven the mounting desire to reduce immigration in recent years, with 69 percent of Republicans expressing a preference for reducing immigration [up … Read more

U.S. and Iran Resume Nuclear Talks

According to retired Rear Admiral John Kirby, the National Security Council’s coordinator for strategic communications, Iran will not be allowed to have or possess a nuclear weapon. Furthermore, he states that the president believes diplomacy is the best way to prevent nuclear weapons development. As a result of President Donald Trump’s administration pulling out of … Read more

Senate Approved a Resolution to Ratify Sweden and Finland’s Accession to NATO

With Russia waging war in Ukraine, the Senate overwhelmingly approved a resolution to ratify Sweden and Finland’s accession to NATO. There were 95 votes in favor and 1 against, with only Republican Senator Josh Hawley opposing and Republican Senator Rand Paul abstaining. A two-thirds majority was required in the chamber to pass. In June, Sweden … Read more

PACT ACT Passes Senate Veterans Rejoice

Bipartisan legislation passed the Senate Tuesday night to expand health care benefits for millions of former soldiers exposed to toxic burn pits during service, sending it to the White House to be signed into law by President Biden. In the end, 86 votes were cast in favor and 11 against. The bill known as Honoring … Read more

US Navy Developing New Weapons in Possible War with China

In light of rising tensions with Beijing, the U.S. Navy is integrating drone ships into its Pacific fleets, deploying alongside aircraft carriers. As China’s military develops, the U.S. has started developing new weapons to deter a possible invasion of Taiwan. U.S. military officials have repeatedly listed China as the main challenge for development and engagement. … Read more