When Russia launched its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, few expected Ukraine’s underfunded navy to compete with a traditional power. But within months, the naval front reversed and Ukraine transformed its navy into a decisive force in the Black Sea. Throughout the war, Ukraine disabled over one-third of Russia’s Black…
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Friendship and Falling Out of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien
Don Crews traveled more than 500 miles to see the East Coast premiere of the new stage production “Lewis & Tolkien.” “Absolutely, it was worth it,” Crews said of making the trip from his home in Georgia to Washington, D.C., to watch the production in celebration of his 77th…
Affordability Concerns Dominate Close Race for Governor in New Jersey
Rising energy prices and record-high property taxes are among the top issues driving voters to the polls in a close, competitive gubernatorial election set for Tuesday. Jack Ciattarelli, a businessman and former Republican assemblyman who nearly unseated incumbent Democrat Gov. Phil Murphy in 2021, is taking on Rep….
Christian in Nigeria Describes Living ‘Ready to Die’ Amid Violence, Persecution
WARNING: This report contains graphic photographs that some readers may find disturbing. These images are included to document violence against Christians and have been selected carefully to inform, rather than sensationalize. Lawrence Zongo did not smile until asked about his faith. “I’m a Christian,” he said with joy…
Will the Shutdown End with a Long-Term Funding Deal?
Senators left Washington Thursday after another week of failing to reopen the government —ensuring that the federal government shutdown will go on for at least 34 days—one day short of the record. By the time senators get back on Monday, there will be a mere 18 days left…
Cruz Calls for Judge Boasberg’s Impeachment for ‘Abusing His Power’
Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, this week released more FBI files related to the surveillance of Republican organizations and persons by then-special counsel Jack Smith. The new information provided by Grassley, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, also prompted a renewed call for Chief Judge James Boasberg of the…
In Congress, Former State Treasurers Aim to Manage Budget Better
Members of Congress come from all walks of life, but a number of those lawmakers have backgrounds as state financial officers—auditors and treasurers, who determine how states invest and employ their funds. Some prominent Republicans say that background of conservative money management has made them uniquely motivated to…
What’s the Holdup on Russia Sanctions?
South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham’s bill to place sanctions on Russia seems like it would have no difficulty at all passing the Senate—but it has languished for months without action. The inaction is not due to a lack of support, since Graham’s Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025…
Earle-Sears Slams Spanberger for Having ‘Sold Out Virginians’ by Taking Cash From Environmental Groups
Virginia Republican gubernatorial candidate Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears attacked her Democrat opponent, Abigail Spanberger, for prioritizing the climate policies of environmental groups that contributed to her campaign, rather than an all-of-the-above energy plan. “Abigail Spanberger has sold out Virginians to the highest bidder,” Peyton Vogel, Earle-Sears’ press secretary,…
As Food Stamp Funding Runs Dry, Congress Debates Partial End to Shutdown
Republican Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri fears the federal government shutdown will lead to many going hungry, and he has a bill that he says would fix that. But given Democrats’ continued resistance to extending funding for government programs, it is likely to face partisan headwinds. “We have…