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Keeping Iran From Engaging, FAFSA Fiasco, Death Penalty

As the conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah intensifies, concern grows about the potential involvement of Iran. Last year, there were a number of issues with the form to get federal student aid. A new investigation is detailing what went wrong with FA ...  Show more

School Shooting Investigation, Trump Trial, Swing States, Russian Propaganda In US

Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, where a 14-year-old is charged with killing four people and wounding nine others. Donald Trump's legal team heads to court today, with key decisions about his January 6th trial expected ...  Show more

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