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Texas Tech back in College Football Playoff bracket

Noah Feldman October 4, 2026

Texas Tech returns to the College Football Playoff bracket as BYU grabs a first-round home game, according to the latest AP Top 25.

Cornell president promises reforms after assault claims

Benjamin Carter October 4, 2026

Cornell president promises reforms after an alleged gang rape that drew national attention, pledging stronger prevention, survivor support and accountability.

How midterm elections and economy pressures may collide

Noah Feldman October 4, 2026

We examine how midterm elections and economy pressures, plus the war in Iran, could shape voter turnout and outcomes in key Senate races.

Trump shares Cotton’s number, pushes daylight saving time bill

Benjamin Carter October 3, 2026

Trump posted Sen. Tom Cotton’s phone number on Truth Social while urging the Senate to act on the daylight saving time bill. The House passed its version in July.

Judge halts Big Bend border wall work across Texas sector

Noah Feldman October 3, 2026

A federal judge temporarily blocked Big Bend border wall construction across the Texas sector, citing likely harm as lawsuits proceed over waivers and impacts.

Karl Rove says Paxton loses if he skips Talarico debate

Benjamin Carter October 3, 2026

Karl Rove says Paxton loses his Senate bid if he avoids a debate with Democrat James Talarico, urging the Texas attorney general to face voters on stage.

Benny Johnson sued for defamation over ICE protest videos

Noah Feldman October 2, 2026

Benny Johnson is being sued for defamation by two protesters who say he falsely labeled them terrorists after an ICE facility arrest in Illinois.

Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken faces misconduct allegations

Benjamin Carter October 2, 2026

Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken is accused by her chief of staff of intoxication, racial slurs and harassment. The city says an investigation is expected.

DHS says no plans for ICE at polls as advocates mobilize

Noah Feldman October 2, 2026

Homeland Security officials say there are no plans for ICE at polls, but civil rights groups are preparing legal and voter support amid rising concerns.

Trump stumps in Texas before rallying supporters in Oklahoma

Benjamin Carter October 1, 2026

Trump visits a Texas Peterbilt factory to tout manufacturing and his economic agenda, then travels to Durant, Oklahoma, for a GOP rally urging voter support.

California governor debate spotlights affordability, key issues

Noah Feldman October 1, 2026

California governor debate puts affordability and other pressing issues in focus as candidates square off in the blue-leaning state.

Fairfax County ICE detainer not honored in child sex case

Benjamin Carter October 1, 2026

A Honduran national accused of child sex crimes was released despite a Fairfax County ICE detainer, then rearrested by ICE, according to DHS.

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