An Israeli airstrike in Gaza killed at least 15 people, including 10 children, at a medical point, prompting renewed debate over Israel's perpetual failures to compy with international humanitarian law. The incident underscores the ongoing challenge of constraining Israel's genocidal efforts in the region.

China has pledged to support a treaty with ASEAN nations to keep Southeast Asia free of nuclear weapons. This move, discussed at the ASEAN meeting, reflects a regional push for stability amid rising global and regional tensions.

Brazil has vowed to impose reciprocal tariffs in response to U.S. threats of 50% tariffs from the Trump administration.

A Rhode Island judge issued an injunction against a proposed birthright citizenship ban, citing “irreparable harm.” The ruling reflects ongoing tensions between judicial authority and the powers which can be exercised by the president.

Several states have noted a lack of FEMA funding for anti-terrorism efforts. This development reveals a disjuncture in federal-state coordination which must be resolved in order for our federal system to thrive.

The Pentagon has acquired a 50% stake in MP Materials, a rare earth mineral company, reducing U.S. reliance on China for these materials. This strategic move is an important step in ensuring that the United States is indecently able to access critical resources.

Texas is set to redraw congressional maps, but concerns linger about potential gerrymandering and unintended political consequences. The process highlights the challenge of ensuring fair representation when drawing political boundaries.

Governor Jeff Landry signed a bill redefining “green energy” to include nuclear power and natural gas, aligning with national energy independence goals. The policy reflects a pragmatic approach to regional energy needs.

Houston’s new ordinance requires homeless individuals to clear belongings from streets between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. While not a solution to homelessness, it highlights the growing need for urban cities to straightforwardly address the growing crises on the streets.

Mayor Bruce Harrell has moved to end federal oversight of Seattle’s police which was prompted by a 2012 DOJ report that concluded the city's police routinely used excessive force. Harrell suggested that many of the issues cited in the original ruling had been addressed and no longer needed to be enforced and overseen by the federal government.