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National Security / Sophie Starkova / February 26, 2026

What Will It Take to Strike Iran?

Trump is asking for Iran’s nuclear programs to be eliminated, regional proxy forces to be disbanded, and ballistic missiles to be dismantled.

Politics / Gregory Lyakhov / February 26, 2026

Trump’s State of the Union Address Prioritized the Next Generation

The president’s annual address was many things, but in one sense, the theme was a message to the younger generation that the country will be okay.

Family / Samantha Koch / February 26, 2026

The Divorce Wardrobe: When Ending a Marriage Becomes a Trend

Those who still see marriage as an institution meant to be honored are left asking: how did we get here?

Culture / Patrick Hampton / February 26, 2026

Black History Month: Celebrating the Progress of Black Conservatives

Winning the cultural conversation is just the beginning. The next step is to develop policies that actually make a difference in our communities.

Quotes / The Editors / February 26, 2026

Thursday Short Cuts

Notable quotables from Chuck Schumer, Margaret Brennan, Mark Alexander, Logan Hall, Tim Scott, Cornel West, Erika Kirk, and more.

Mailbag / The Editors / February 26, 2026

Reader Comments

“During World War II, Winston Churchill called for a national prayer time. Perhaps Turning Point USA can take that on.”

Politics / Nate Jackson / February 25, 2026

SOTU: Trump Loves America, and Democrats Hate Him for It

Last night’s speech kicked the 2026 midterm election campaign into high gear, providing a major contrast of visions for the country.

Headlines / The Editors / February 25, 2026

Wednesday Executive News Summary

Trump awards two Medals of Honor, the collective warmth of a NYC snowball attack, Panama spikes canal deal with China, and more.

Politics / Sophie Starkova / February 25, 2026

Spanberger’s Dour SOTU Rebuttal

In contrast to President Trump’s upbeat and illustrative address, the Virginia governor tried to rain on the parade.

Race / Thomas Gallatin / February 25, 2026

Gavin Newsom Plays Dumb

Almost beyond parody, the California governor panders to black and working-class voters by claiming that he’s as dumb as they are.

Culture / Emmy Griffin / February 25, 2026

Genital Mutilation of Somali Women in Minnesota

The Somali population unquestionably performs FGM in a state where it is illegal, yet the cases aren’t being prosecuted by Democrats.

Judiciary / John J. Bastiat / February 25, 2026

Supremes Get the Right Answer to the Wrong Question

The question should have been, “Can the president impose tariffs as a basic instrument of foreign power and policy against other nations?”

Rainbow Mafia / Michael Smith / February 25, 2026

Not in Kansas Anymore

When feelings replace biology and dissent becomes harm, freedom quietly gives way to compulsion.

History / Linda Moss Mines / February 25, 2026

America 250: European Thought Influences Colonies

Current citizens often falsely assume that the revolutionary generation in the colonies was unlearned and uninformed. Neither is true.

Quotes / The Editors / February 25, 2026

Wednesday Short Cuts

Notable quotables from Angie Craig, Mike Johnson, Gavin Newsom, Stephen King, Matthew Tkachuk, Gary Bauer, and more.

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