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Heisman-caliber performances ignite by Jeremiah Smith, Toney

Benjamin Carter September 6, 2026

Heisman-caliber performances from Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith and Miami’s Malachi Toney headline a packed college football weekend of standout debuts.

Kremlin calls talks with US envoys useful amid Ukraine push

Noah Feldman September 6, 2026

Russian officials described talks with US envoys as highly useful, as Washington seeks to revive stalled Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations.

Trump officials plan triumphal arch Washington work amid suit

Benjamin Carter September 6, 2026

The Trump administration plans to start site work on a 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington without final approvals as veterans’ lawsuit advances and a judge orders notice.

Trump says Lindsay Clancy mistrial will still bring a price

Noah Feldman September 5, 2026

After a hung jury produced a Lindsay Clancy mistrial, former President Donald Trump said she will still face consequences. The case has fueled debate over postpartum mental health.

Judge extends block on Trump mail voting order before midterms

Benjamin Carter September 5, 2026

A federal judge extended an injunction blocking the Trump mail voting order, keeping USPS from carrying out changes as states begin mailing ballots.

Tetris copyright infringement warning aimed at White House game

Noah Feldman September 5, 2026

The Tetris Company signaled potential copyright infringement after a White House arcade site debuted a ‘Build the Wall’ game that mirrors Tetris-style play.

Wesleyan president rejects impact of Trump tax-exempt plan

Benjamin Carter September 4, 2026

Wesleyan president Michael Roth says the university will not alter programs in response to a Trump plan targeting tax-exempt status for schools with race-based benefits.

New Jersey school district lawsuit challenges gender policy

Noah Feldman September 4, 2026

A New Jersey school district lawsuit contests a policy on student gender identity and parent notification, citing recent Supreme Court rulings.

Excavation to start soon for Trump’s arch in Washington

Benjamin Carter September 4, 2026

Federal officials say excavation for Trump’s arch in Washington will begin within two weeks as planning advances for a U.S. semiquincentennial monument.

Nick Saban backs Protect College Sports Act in new TV ad

Noah Feldman September 3, 2026

Nick Saban appears in a new TV ad supporting the Protect College Sports Act, a bipartisan NCAA bill led by Sens. Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell.

Democrats press DHS to restore election security funding

Benjamin Carter September 3, 2026

Democrats urged DHS and CISA to restore election security funding before the midterms, citing foreign threats and Congress’ directive to release $39.6 million.

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