West Virginia University's new Washington Center for Civics, Culture and Statesmanship, created to combat 'woke' ideology, reportedly has only one student enrolled ahead of its fall opening. Lawmakers allocated $3 million for the center, which offers classes on topics like wokeness and Western Civilization.
A controversial datacenter proposal on the site of a former asylum in East Vincent, Pennsylvania, faces strong local opposition due to environmental and health concerns. The project has ignited a political debate involving the governor, state lawmakers, and gubernatorial candidates over AI infrastructure growth.
South Carolina Republicans rejected a plan to redraw Rep. Jim Clyburn's majority-Black district, preserving it for now, amid concerns over constitutional principles and ongoing elections.
A federal panel blocked Alabama's new congressional map due to race-based discrimination, while South Carolina lawmakers rejected a map targeting Rep. James Clyburn's district, hindering Trump's push to boost Republican midterm chances.
New York lawmakers are considering a ban on potassium bromate, an additive in bromated flour used by thousands of pizzerias and bagel shops. While some fear it will alter iconic foods, experts cite health risks and potential quality improvements.
Kentucky voters ousted Congressman Thomas Massie, a vocal critic of President Trump, in a primary election. The defeat is seen as a victory for Trump's campaign to punish Republican dissent and a test of his influence over party voters.
Two California Assembly members have introduced AB 1946, a bill allowing lawsuits against social media companies that fail to detect or remove child sexual abuse material. The legislation follows landmark verdicts against Meta and YouTube in March. Companies would face 48-hour response windows and be required to perform biannual safety audits. If passed by August, the bill would take effect January 2027.
