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The Tariff Truth Bomb: How the Administration's Reversal Exposes Constitutional Danger

The Trump administration has dramatically reversed its public justification for tariffs, with the White House solicitor general now telling the Supreme Court they are 'regulatory tariffs' rather than revenue-raising measures despite previous claims they would generate trillions to reduce deficits and taxes. This stunning admission exposes a dangerous pattern of deception that undermines both fiscal transparency and constitutional separation of powers.

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A 19-Year-Old's Triumph: Democracy Alive and Well in Rural Virginia

A 19-year-old student defeated his former high school government teacher by just 10 votes to win a county supervisor seat in Surry County, Virginia, demonstrating that America's democratic spirit is alive and well when young people step up to serve their communities with integrity and purpose.

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Elise Stefanik's Gubernatorial Bid: MAGA Politics Comes to New York

Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik has announced her candidacy for governor of New York, launching her campaign with aggressive criticism of Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul. This MAGA-aligned candidacy represents another concerning attempt to import Trump-style divisive politics into state governance, threatening the democratic values New Yorkers hold dear.

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The Remarkable Life and Complicated Legacy of Paul R. Ignatius

Paul R. Ignatius, a son of Armenian immigrants who served as Secretary of the Navy and helped oversee Defense Department supply chains during the Vietnam War, has died at 104. His life of service and commitment to public duty stands as a powerful testament to American values, though his opposition to publishing the Pentagon Papers reminds us that even good people can sometimes falter when defending press freedom.

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Government Shutdown Paralyzes Air Travel as Controllers Work Without Pay

A new FAA directive led to widespread flight cancellations and delays at major airports due to air traffic controller staffing shortages during the government shutdown that began Oct. 1. It is absolutely disgraceful that hardworking Americans and our transportation system are being held hostage by political dysfunction, putting both travelers and aviation professionals at risk.

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Arizona's Abortion Battle: Doctors Fight Back Against Unconstitutional Restrictions

Arizona abortion providers are challenging restrictive state laws in court, arguing they violate the state constitution and create harmful barriers to care after voters enshrined abortion as a fundamental right. This fight reveals a disturbing assault on medical freedom and women's autonomy, where politicians are shamelessly imposing their ideology over constitutional rights and doctor-patient relationships.