Pipe Bomb Suspect’s Motive: Targeting Political Parties After 2020 Election Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Key Takeaways Federal prosecutors say Brian J. Cole Jr. admitted to placing pipe bombs outside the Democratic and Republican national committee headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021. According to a Justice Department memo, Cole was motivated by his belief that the…

UWM’s Summer Washington DC Program on International Politics & Foreign Policy Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Immersive three-week program blending intensive study in Milwaukee with high-impact experiences in Washington, DC. Direct access to diplomats and policy experts from embassies, international organizations, think tanks, and major media outlets. Focus on global power, regimes, and policymaking including…

Brigitte Bardot’s Complex Legacy: Cinema Icon, Animal Activist, Far-Right Symbol Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Dual legacy: Celebrated screen icon and animal rights champion whose reputation is deeply shaped by her far-right politics. Political influence: Among the first major film stars in France to openly support the far right, backing the National Rally for over…

Georgia Politics in 2026: How Trump’s Return Is Rewriting the Electoral Map Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Key Takeaways Georgia has shifted from a “quiet” off-year to a high-stakes prelude to the 2026 midterms, with both parties treating the state as a national battleground. Former President Donald Trump’s return to power is reshaping Republican strategy,…

Trump, Zelenskyy, And The GOP’s ‘Heritage American’ Rift: What This Week Reveals About U.S. Politics Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Key Takeaways President Trump’s meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Mar-a-Lago comes as Russia escalates missile and drone attacks on Kyiv. Zelenskyy has unveiled a 20-point peace plan, including security guarantees, a demilitarized zone,…

Kevin Hassett, Fed Independence, and the Politics of the Next Chair Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Growing speculation surrounds economist Kevin Hassett as a potential future leader of the Federal Reserve, highlighting how presidential politics and monetary policy are increasingly intertwined. The article underscores the fragile balance between Fed independence and White House influence, especially…

New Year, New Politics: What Massachusetts Leaders Want for 2026 Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Key takeaways Affordability, equity, and community are top themes in 2026 resolutions from Massachusetts leaders. State and federal officials alike are focused on cost of living, public trust, and protecting democracy amid a turbulent national climate. Voices from politics, philanthropy,…

Zohran Mamdani’s New York City Inauguration: Schedule, Block Party, and Political Significance Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Key Takeaways Zohran Mamdani will be officially sworn in as New York City’s mayor just after midnight on January 1, with a public ceremony at 1 p.m. ET at City Hall. New York Attorney General Letitia James will…

Kennedy Magic Returns: How America’s Most Famous Political Family Is Navigating a Turbulent 2025 Estimated reading time: 5 minutes The Kennedy dynasty is experiencing a high-stakes revival in 2025, driven by renewed public roles across the political spectrum. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. now serves as Health and Human Services secretary in the Trump administration, creating…

Why Political Dramas Thrive When Real Politics Turn Toxic Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Political TV dramas like “The Diplomat” and “Death by Lightning” are booming even as real-world politics feel increasingly polarized and exhausting. Scripted political stories offer emotional distance, clear arcs, and satisfying resolutions that real politics rarely deliver. Washington, DC is emerging…