Senator Thom Tillis bows out under pressure from Trump’s loyalty machine after opposing GOP Medicaid cuts. His exit marks the death of GOP independence.

As authoritarianism rises, Democratic leaders like JB Pritzker and Gavin Newsom show the power of standing firm without compromise. Here’s why moral clarity matters.

Senator Lisa Murkowski reveals the fear gripping the Senate amid Trump’s influence, highlighting implications for democracy, political courage, and governance.