Politics

Investigation Launched Into Alleged Misuse of Social Security Data by DOGE Staffer

SMGN Publishing March 12, 2026

Federal watchdog officials and members of Congress are investigating allegations that sensitive personal data held by the Social Security Administration may have been improperly accessed or retained by a former employee connected to the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The inquiry began after the Social Security watchdog informed congressional leaders that it is reviewing

Poll Shows Americans Divided on Using National Guard at Polling Places

Sarah Olivella March 11, 2026

A new national poll shows Americans are sharply divided over whether the National Guard should be present at polling places during the upcoming midterm elections. The survey found that 46% of respondents support the idea, while 54% oppose it, highlighting growing debate about election security and the role of government authority in

Georgia Special Election Tests Trump’s Influence in Race to Replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

Sarah Olivella March 10, 2026

Voters in northwest Georgia are casting ballots in a special election to fill the congressional seat vacated by Marjorie Taylor Greene, a high-profile Republican lawmaker who represented the state’s 14th Congressional District for five years. The race is drawing national attention because it is seen as an early test of the

Trump Threatens to Block Bills Until Congress Passes SAVE Act Voting Law

Sarah Olivella March 9, 2026

President Donald Trump has announced that he may refuse to sign new legislation until Congress passes stricter federal voting requirements, escalating a political confrontation over election laws ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The president said he wants lawmakers to prioritize the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a proposal

Trump Nominates Markwayne Mullin to Lead Department of Homeland Security

Sarah Olivella March 6, 2026

President Donald Trump has nominated Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin to serve as the next Secretary of Homeland Security, selecting a close political ally to lead one of the federal government’s most influential national security agencies. If confirmed by the Senate, Mullin would oversee border enforcement, immigration policy, disaster response, and

Young Democrats Challenge Veteran Lawmakers as Fundraising Surges in Midterm Primaries

Sarah Olivella March 5, 2026

A growing number of younger Democratic candidates are mounting serious primary challenges against veteran members of Congress ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. The trend reflects an emerging generational shift within the party, as candidates from Gen Z and millennial cohorts attempt to reshape the political landscape with new policy

5 Takeaways From the First 2026 Midterm Primaries

SMGN Publishing March 4, 2026

The first primaries of the 2026 midterm election cycle have concluded in Texas and North Carolina, offering an early glimpse into the political dynamics that could determine control of Congress. While some results remain pending certification, the outcomes already signal contentious Senate battles, growing vulnerability among incumbents, and renewed debate

Texas and North Carolina Primary Elections 2026: Key Senate Races Shape Battle for Congress

Sarah Olivella March 3, 2026

Voters in Texas and North Carolina head to the polls Tuesday in some of the earliest and most consequential statewide primaries of the 2026 election cycle. The outcomes are expected to influence the balance of power in Congress and offer insight into how voters are responding to President Donald Trump’s

Texas Primaries Test Latino Support for Republicans After 2024 Gains

SMGN Publishing March 2, 2026

Texas primary elections are emerging as an early political barometer for one of the most closely watched shifts in American politics: whether Latino voters who moved toward Republicans in 2024 will remain aligned with the GOP. The results could shape strategies for both parties heading into the next national election

Katie Britt Emerges as Key Senate Dealmaker After Early Spotlight

Sarah Olivella February 27, 2026

Republican Sen. Katie Britt has undergone a notable political evolution in Washington, shifting from an early viral moment that drew national mockery to a growing role as a pragmatic negotiator inside the U.S. Senate. Once defined in the public eye by a polarizing televised rebuttal, the Alabama lawmaker is now gaining recognition

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US Pledges $1 Billion Security Package as Colombia’s New President Takes Office

Felipe Cardona August 8, 2026

The United States is moving quickly to deepen its relationship with Colombia’s new government, pledging a $1 billion security package as President Abelardo de la Espriella takes office and signals a sharp break from the policies of his predecessor, Gustavo Petro. The announcement places security, organized crime and migration at

Abelardo de la Espriella Takes Office as Colombia’s President with Tougher Anti-Drug Agenda

Sarah Olivella August 8, 2026

BOGOTÁ, Colombia — Abelardo de la Espriella has taken office as Colombia’s new president, promising a tougher approach to security and the fight against drug trafficking organizations operating across the country. The new president, who has been described as an ally of the Donald Trump administration, has outlined an aggressive security strategy

American Airlines Shifts Elite Upgrade Strategy on Premium Domestic Routes

Felipe Cardona August 6, 2026

American Airlines is changing one of the long-standing benefits enjoyed by its most loyal travelers, reducing the number of complimentary business class upgrades available on several high-demand domestic routes. Beginning later this month, elite members flying on select transcontinental and Hawaii services will generally receive complimentary upgrades to Premium Economy