The news cycle moves fast and the stakes keep rising. From immigration courts to international law, voting rights to political accountability, this week handed us moments that demand attention. Catch up on the stories shaping the world we live in.
- Who gets to win in politics?: Old rules about “electability” kept women out of politics for decades. But women candidates, including women of color, are winning competitive races without traditional advantages. Could everything we thought we knew about who can win be wrong? Listen at The Electorette.
- Trump’s Iran threats spark legal alarm: Trump says he’s not worried his threats to bomb Iranian power plants and bridges could be war crimes. When pressed on international law, he attacked the reporter instead. Legal experts disagree with his confidence. Keep reading at TANTV News.
- Citizenship rights explained: The Supreme Court just heard arguments on a case that could end birthright citizenship as we know it. Trump’s executive order would strip citizenship from babies born to undocumented parents. But here’s what matters right now: nothing has changed yet. If you’re pregnant or recently gave birth, your baby is still a U.S. citizen. Keep reading at Documented.
- Is misogynoir being weaponized?: Calling out a Black woman politician shouldn’t be a thought-ending accusation, but that’s what’s happening when critics of Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett raise legitimate concerns about Palestine and ICE. Is the charge valid, or is it misogynoir? Keep reading at Scalawag.
- What’s blocking Haiti’s elections: Haiti hasn’t held national elections in over a decade, and the road to 2026 isn’t getting any smoother. Voter and candidate registration just got postponed with no new dates set. Political disputes, gang control, and zero finalized funding are all standing in the way. Here’s where things stand. Keep reading at The Haitian Times.
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