Violence along the Thailand-Cambodia border has escalated, with reports of rocket fire amid longstanding tensions over territorial claims, particularly surrounding the Preah Vihear temple (a UNESCO World Heritage site). This flare-up highlights how territorial disputes can quickly turn dangerous and affect regional stability. The best path forward is for both nations to negotiate clear boundaries and ownership to prevent further conflict.

Iranian officials have warned that they may withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty if European nations reimpose sanctions. This potential move challenges the global system that treats some countries as though they are subordinates when it comes to nuclear capabilities. In my view, Iran has a point—sanctions should punish real wrongdoing, not just push nations into approved behavior. If we are to truly have international order, we need fairer rules for all sovereign states.

India and the United Kingdom have finalized a $6 billion trade agreement, focusing on sectors like technology, renewable energy, and defense. With its huge population and rising economic power, India's choices are becoming of heightened interests for other nations and this deal shows the UK smartly building ties with an emerging giant.

Columbia University has agreed to a $200 million settlement with the Trump administration over allegations of failing to protect Jewish students from discrimination, amid heightened scrutiny of campus policies. While students' obviously have to be protected, all of this consternation regarding antisemitism reads as a concession to the Zionist who have been aggressively working to ensure all criticism of Israel is silenced. Rulings like this have a chilling effect, which simply can't be tolerated as American Universities must be bastions of free speech.

House Democrats are pushing for a vote to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, accusing Republicans of stalling by asking for an early recess. This showdown exposes how scandals like Epstein's reveal flaws in our system where the powerful often have the resources to shield themselves from accountability. If we are to maintain faith in our system, it's crucial we demand accountability to fix these deep-rooted issues and rebuild trust.

A federal appeals court has halted the Trump administration's attempt to end birthright citizenship for children of non-citizens, interpreting the 14th Amendment's "subject to the jurisdiction" clause as inclusive of those born on U.S. soil. The core question is whether simply being born here grants citizenship, or if that's too broad of an understanding. I think allowing birthright citizenship creates odd incentives and strays from the amendment's original goal of integrating emancipated Black Americans as full citizens. My opinion aside, it raises interesting questions regarding the acquisition of citizenship and Constitutional interpretations.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, who explicitly campaigned on not raising property taxes, is downplaying the need for hikes despite a $1 billion budget shortfall. Decades of mismanagement have led to this mess, and it's no different now. If Johnson wants to lead effectively, he should own up to tough choices instead of dodging them and throwing the city's CFO under the bus.

A lawsuit accuses Wisconsin's congressional map of unconstitutionally diluting Democratic votes through partisan gerrymandering, potentially violating principles of fair representation. This case spotlights the tricky business of drawing district lines that please everyone. Intentional vote weakening is wrong, but fair maps are hard to achieve. Hopefully, this leads to a resolution that addresses concerns without overhauling everything.

Milwaukee's Common Council has passed a ban on THC products for anyone under 21. I'm all for legalizing marijuana—calling it a Schedule 1 drug is ridiculous—but obviously it should be for adults only. Keeping it away from kids with strict rules and a 21-age cutoff makes sense to promote safe use.

North Dakota officials are seeking Supreme Court intervention to preserve a ruling that avoids consecutive elections and the implementation of an impractical map. Preserving this ruling, however, conflicts with the Voting Rights Act's protections against minority vote dilution making it a tricky situation to navigate. We need to honor the Act's intent ti protect civil rights while avoiding the type of federal overreach that disrupts state-level stability.