Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III is stepping down by the end of the year, capping a tenure marked by escalating conflict between the institution and the Trump administration. Bunch’s departure raises questions about the direction of the museums that house the nation’s most visited collections of American history and culture, and about who … Continued
How many tragedies might have been prevented if someone had spoken up sooner? That is the provocative question raised by a recent commentary arguing that fear of being branded “racist” or “Islamophobic” has sometimes caused people to second-guess legitimate security concerns. The issue is especially timely as America approaches the 25th anniversary of the September … Continued
The Shock “This is crazy.” “I’m freaking out.” “I’m utterly heartbroken.” “What has happened to our country?” Connect with others in your state in prayer. It was September 10, 2025. I was a senior at Patrick Henry College, Purcellville, VA. I sat in the upstairs hallway on a couch, getting ready for a class, … Continued
This article is part 2 in our series on religious freedom in America. You can read part 1 by clicking here. For years, a Christian baker in Colorado had been harassed by people opposed to his beliefs. First, a gay couple took him to court for refusing to make a wedding cake for them. Then … Continued
The White House Faith Office is marking roughly 18 months of work inside the Trump administration, with Faith Director Jennifer Korn saying the office remains focused on protecting religious liberty, addressing alleged discrimination, and ensuring that people of faith are able to participate openly in government and public life. This content is supported by your … Continued
The Trump administration is considering a major change to federal childcare policy that could allow some families to receive government assistance even when a parent stays home to care for their own children. Do you want state prayer alerts? Under a draft proposal, married couples with one full-time working parent and one stay-at-home parent … Continued
For more than fifty years, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) has shown the same troubling pattern: fourth‑grade students across America consistently test as non‑proficient in skills they should have mastered in third grade. Despite the dedication of teachers, children who cannot read continue to be passed into fourth grade unprepared, and the cycle … Continued
Midterm elections have historically been a burden for the party occupying the White House, and in 2026 the GOP faces that challenge without the president’s name on any ballot. To counter the headwinds, Republicans are convening in Dallas for a midterm convention unprecedented on their side of the aisle. The gathering comes at a moment … Continued
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has become one of the Democratic Party’s most visible critics of President Donald Trump and is frequently named as a potential 2028 presidential contender. In an interview that aired Monday on PBS NewsHour, the governor offered a candid assessment of where his party stands. The ideas of the Democratic Socialists of … Continued
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to attend Friday’s 25th-anniversary 9/11 remembrance ceremony at Ground Zero, a decision that has drawn sharp criticism given his administration’s ties to figures associated with Islamist extremism. The controversy centers largely on his chief counsel, whose legal history and a recent ceremonial gesture have reignited scrutiny just days … Continued
Fireworks in Washington, D.C. were not reserved only for the 4th of July. Just last week, there were fireworks in some Capitol hearings related to controversy at the museum. Is there “woke nonsense” at America’s prestigious Smithsonian museum in Washington, D.C., dedicated to our nation’s history? Is Mickey Mouse somehow racist? Is politeness a sign … Continued
This article is part 1 in our series on religious freedom in America. Imagine a Jesus march and worship service permit being denied in Chicago while, at the same time, a massive Muslim march was permitted, even as they shouted horrific, violent things (verses from the Quran) about infidels, Jews, and Christians, all of which … Continued
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