The 79th Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable John C. Phelan, delivers a speech during the USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr. ship commissioning at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, April 11, 2026. The 79th Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable John C. Phelan, delivers a speech during the USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr. ship commissioning at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, April 11, 2026.

Navy Secretary Fired

The ousting of top Defense leaders continues.

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DC Grand Jury Refuses to Indict Over ‘Illegal Orders’ Video

An absurd matter has come to its rightful conclusion.

In Front of Our Noses: A President Who Calls for the Execution of Members of Congress

You know, as is normal in democratic politics…

The Longest Government Shutdown in US History

The standoff is in its 35th day.

Democrats Cave

They don’t want to give Trump what he wants, so they’re giving him what he wants.

Trump Campaign’s Alleged Role In The Whisper Campaign Against Shapiro

Stoking anti-Semitism for political gain

Some Brief(ish) Thoughts On Kamala Harris’s Potential Running Mates

Taking a closer look at Cooper, Kelly, and Shapiro

Vice President Kamala Harris attends a meeting with President Joe Biden and their “Investing in America” Cabinet to discuss the Administration’s economic agenda, Friday, May 5, 2023, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House. Vice President Kamala Harris attends a meeting with President Joe Biden and their “Investing in America” Cabinet to discuss the Administration’s economic agenda, Friday, May 5, 2023, in the Roosevelt Room of the White House.

The Harris Coronation

It’s logical, maybe even inevitable. But is it a good idea?

Kyrsten Sinema Leaving Democratic Party

Because of course she is.

Democrats’ Chaotic Skullduggery

There was some quiet meddling going on.

Does Campaign Money Matter?

How much is enough?

Democrats Need One More to Hold Senate

It boils down to NV or GA.

Murdoch Gunning for Trump

The New York Post and Wall Street Journal are blasting the losing loser.

Crystal Ball Final 2022 Ratings

Describe the sound made when a sheep explodes.

Congressional Control Still Too Close to Call

We likely won’t know on Election Night.

Midterm Polls Shifting Republican

The race is returning to expectation.

Looking to the Senate Elections

It’s early, but here are some key numbers as they exist now.

CDC Rescinds Title 42, Democrats Panic

Two April Fool’s Day orders are no joke. And they’re apparently causing confusion.

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Congressional Insider Trading Still Widespread

At least 40 Members violated the law on reporting stock transactions.

What’s Kyrsten Sinema’s Game?

The political calculus of Arizona’s senior Senator is unclear.

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Virus Politics

The virus is real and infections and exposures have consequences.

Why the Polls Were Wrong

A myriad of possible explanations.

Another Poll

The latest FNC poll has more good news for Biden.

Democrats Likely to Retake Senate

A hundred days out, a wave election is the best bet.

Mark Kelly Becoming A Strong Challenger To Martha McSally In Arizona

Former Astronaut Mark Kelly is posing a big challenge to Senator Martha McSally in Arizona.