CONSTITUTION

Jun 13 2026FINANCE

Taxing Future Bets: A Legal Fight Over Digital Markets

Prediction markets are platforms where people bet on future events, like elections or sports outcomes. These digital spaces are growing really fast. They offer a new way for folks to participate in global discussions and predictions. \n\n However, the idea of regulating these new technologies has

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Jun 13 2026POLITICS

Congress's Role in Big Decisions

Congress is supposed to be a check on power. This means they watch government leaders closely. They decide who gets important jobs. They also control how money is spent around the world and at home. When looking at recent actions, questions arise about whether some representatives are upholding this

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Jun 09 2026OPINION

Should felons be allowed to lead a country?

The U. S. Constitution doesn’t stop a convicted felon from becoming president, even while in prison. When Donald Trump ran for office, voters knew about his 34 felony convictions. Now, as president again, he uses his power to build wealth, punish rivals, and escalate conflicts like the one with Iran

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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

Colombia's Leftist Candidate Shifts Stance Ahead of Final Vote

Colombia’s presidential race is heating up as leftist candidate Ivan Cepeda adjusts his strategy to win over moderate voters. In a recent video message, he backed away from his earlier push for a new constitution through a special assembly. Instead, he’s focusing on building broad agreement for key

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May 25 2026OPINION

Homeowner Tax Plans: A Legal Tightrope Walk

Maine faces a clear housing squeeze. Many locals struggle to buy homes while empty second homes sit unused for most of the year. One candidate proposed a quick fix: lower property taxes for Mainers while charging extra to out-of-state owners of vacation or rental properties. The idea sounds simple,

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May 22 2026POLITICS

Louisiana voters push back against Governor’s bold changes

Louisiana’s governor, Jeff Landry, won his job with just over half the votes in 2023. That’s a narrow win, not a strong order to change the state. Yet he pushed hard for big shifts in 2025, like making more young suspects face adult crimes and rewriting tax rules. Four changes were voted down by mor

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May 18 2026OPINION

Virginia Court’s Vote: A Lesson in Rules and Democracy

The Virginia Supreme Court recently struck down a referendum that would have let the state’s lawmakers draw congressional districts to favor one party by a large margin. The decision was made after the legislature introduced an amendment just days before voters could cast ballots in the November ele

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May 18 2026OPINION

When Papers and Prayer Rugs Aren't Safe in Detention

In Torrance County, some people held in detention have faced more than just confinement. Reports show authorities breaking basic rules by seizing personal and legal items that hold meaning. Detainees say officials took away documents tied to ongoing court cases, including papers meant to protect rig

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Peru’s New Constitution Dream: A Radical Shift on the Horizon

Roberto Sanchez, a 57‑year‑old congressman from the Together for Peru party, has taken the political stage by promising a complete rewrite of the country’s constitution. His campaign is built on the idea that the 1990s charter, drafted under former President Alberto Fujimori—father of the current se

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May 12 2026POLITICS

Who Decides When the U. S. Goes to War?

Back in 1942, Congress last officially declared war. Since then, presidents have sent troops overseas over 100 times without that same approval. The Constitution says Congress should handle war declarations, but presidents argue they can act fast when they see a threat. A 1973 law tried to fix this

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