Judiciary / IN BRIEF / Nate Jackson

Ninth Circuit: Another Court Vacancy for Trump

If Trump continues apace, his record on the courts alone would be reason to count his presidency a success.

National Security / Todd Johnson

Better Preparing the U.S. Military

A recent study on lack of readiness shines a light on the needed changes Trump can bring.

Culture / IN BRIEF / Culture Beat

‘Jingle Bells’ Is Racist?

A Boston University professor asserts that the classic Christmas carol harbors racist roots.

Headlines / The Editors

Tuesday Top Headlines

Tax reform’s economic boon, Amtrak train kills at least three, American leadership, and more.

Quotes / The Editors

Tuesday Short Cuts

“It may be easier to kick a drug or smoking habit than to wean some people from government.” —Cal Thomas

What John F. Kennedy and Donald Trump Have in Common

President Trump believes in America’s potential — that there are no limits to our economy or our greatness.

Taxes / IN BRIEF / Thomas Gallatin

GOP on Brink of Historic Tax Reform

With all Republicans now on board, the tax cut bill should be on Trump’s desk by week’s end.

Government / IN BRIEF / Nate Jackson

The Real Victim Is the IRS?

Sob story: Conservative attacks on the agency have “greatly diminished” bureaucrats’ oversight abilities.

Government / Arnold Ahlert

A Constitutional Republic or a Police State?

Eight years of Obama’s efforts to “fundamentally transform” America left corrupt law enforcement institutions.

Government / IN BRIEF / The Editors

Trump’s FBI Speech

The president laments politicization, but pledges his full support to the nation’s law enforcement.

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