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Early Voting Begins in Four States for 2026 Election — 1dVoters across Northern Virginia will face local ballot items, from Fairfax City’s consideration of a 1% local sales tax earmarked for school and transit projects to Loudoun County’s $356.5 million in bonds for schools, safety, and transportation, alongside three constitutional amendments on voting, abortion, and related rights. The ballot also features high-profile federal and state races, including U.S. Senate and House contests and a Prince William County special House of Delegates election, with early voting already underway in several states.

Senate Panel Approves Bill Allowing Suits Over Government Pressure on Speech — 2dSenate Commerce voted 18-10 for a bill letting citizens sue officials who pressure firms to suppress First Amendment speech; full Senate and House still must pass it.

SEC files amendment to lawsuit against LSU, Lane Kiffin seeking authority to expel Tigers from league — Sep 8, 2026

India Sets MDR for High-Value UPI PaymentsFinance — 4dIndia’s government notified amendments to the Payment and Settlement Act prohibiting banks and system providers from charging customers for UPI transactions and RuPay debit card payments up to ₹2,000, expanding a no-fee digital payments regime. The move comes in the context of earlier changes to allow possible merchant MDR charges, though current guidance specifies the zero-charge rule applies to individual users up to ₹2,000.

IJREXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItSimon August · 4 min · 12h

Congo Police Disperse Protests Over Constitutional Changes — 4dProtests across Kinshasa and other cities in the Democratic Republic of Congo against proposed constitutional amendments that could allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term, with police using tear gas and warning shots to disperse crowds amid clashes between demonstrators and pro-government supporters. The demonstrations, linked to the C64 opposition coalition, reflect deep unease about extending presidential tenure and democratic limits in the country.

YourlistRankingMost Influential Women in World HistoryFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.1379 votes · 26 candidates

FDA Extends Exelixis Drug Review to March 2027 — Sep 11, 2026The FDA has extended Exelixis' NDA review for zanzalintinib in combination with atezolizumab/Tecentriq for metastatic colorectal cancer by three months, moving the action date to March 3, 2027 after updated safety and efficacy data were deemed a major amendment. The development of zanzalintinib as a next-generation cancer therapy continues, with the delay potentially impacting timelines for patients, investors, and partners awaiting a decision.

Nicole Hardy The FDA's move to examine the new safety data more closely makes sense, though it will likely delay any benefits for those counting on the combination therapy.

NetChoice Sues Illinois Over Digital, Social Media TaxesPolitics — Sep 11, 2026NetChoice has filed multiple lawsuits in Cook County to block Illinois’s new Social Media User Tax and Digital Ad Tax, arguing the measures discriminate against online services and violate the First Amendment and the federal Permanent Internet Tax Freedom Act. Supporters say the taxes fund state budget needs and target large platforms, while critics warn digital-only taxes raise constitutional and due‑process concerns.

Lawmakers grill birth tourism firm as founder invokes Fifth Amendment — Sep 1, 2026House lawmakers scrutinized birth-tourism schemes, examining companies such as Have My Baby in Miami and warning of potential immigration fraud and national-security risks as foreign mothers seek U.S. citizenship for their children. Witnesses and researchers cited tens of thousands of births annually and suggested taxpayers could bear the cost, with several participants invoking the Fifth Amendment during questioning.

Marcus Bell Birthright citizenship debates aside, taxpayers footing the bill for schemes like this is a legitimate gripe.

Lawsuit Alleges Nationwide Intimidation of ICE Observers — Sep 10, 2026A Minnesota man, Michael Khalili, sues the Department of Homeland Security alleging retaliation and First Amendment violations after his Global Entry privileges were revoked and he faced increased scrutiny for observing immigration enforcement, a move he says followed his reporting on federal agents. A separate federal lawsuit, joined by Common Cause, argues that federal agencies illegally surveil and intimidate people who peacefully observe DHS activities across the country.

On X · @pledis_17SEVENTEEN Shares Dino “Madly Medley” Photo Sketch on Official AccountThe official SEVENTEEN account (@pledis_17) posted a link to a Weverse photo sketch for member Dino’s “Madly Medley,” along with hashtags and a teaser image. It is trending among fans due to fresh visual content from the popular K-pop group, high engagement (thousands of likes/reposts shortly after posting), and rapid sharing by fan update accounts.1,703 likes · 10m

Biden Declares ‘No Amendment To the Constitution Is Absolute’Reporting — Apr 9, 2021President Joe Biden claimed that “no amendment to the Constitution is absolute” as he pushed back against assertions that his gun control executive actions were impinging on Second Amendment rights. “Nothing I am about…

GUY CIARROCCHI: Amend The Constitution: January 20th Is Too Long A Transition — Dec 19, 2024The world has changed. Life has changed. Politics has changed. It is time to change the 20th Amendment of our Constitution. January 20th is too long to wait for a new president. In accordance with the 20th Amendment to…

YourlistVS BattleMadonna vs Lady GagaThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side

Indiana Town Declares Itself a First and Second Amendment SanctuaryReporting — May 5, 2021An Indiana town took a stand Tuesday on behalf of the First and Second Amendment rights of its citizens. The Mooresville town council declared the community to be a “sanctuary town” town for both amendments Tuesday…

Tiny Township Declares Itself a Second Amendment Sanctuary, Establishes MilitiaReporting — Nov 19, 2023You don’t have to be big to stand tall. Ask Holton Township, Michigan, which has adopted a Second Amendment Resolution declaring itself a Second Amendment Sanctuary. The Muskegon County community, which had 2,586 people…

Joy Reid Calls Florida a ‘Fascist-Type Government’ After Amendment Fails — Nov 6, 2024The failure of an amendment legalizing abortion sparked outrage from one commentator, who called efforts against it “openly fascist.” That commentator was MSNBC’s Joy Reid, who spoke about the failure of Amendment 4 in…

DDaily Caller News FoundationEXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItA conservative group is pressing six paper giants to rein in their lobbying against a Trump administration-backed push to recycle more plastic.12h · 1 reads

U.S. States Sue to Demand Recognition of Equal Rights Amendment for WomenReporting — Jan 30, 2020The last three states to pass the Equal Rights Amendment sued the archivist of the U.S. government on Thursday, demanding that the amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing equal rights for women be declared…

QuizieQuizHow charismatic are you, really?Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.3 min · today's quiz

Doctors Warn Voters About ‘Deceptively Worded’ Language In Florida’s Amendment 4 — Sep 2, 2024A large group of Florida physicians recently united to oppose the state’s Amendment 4 initiative, warning voters about its potential impacts as it heads to the ballot in November. Florida’s Amendment 4, also known as…

Minnesota Supreme Court Hands Trump Win, Tosses Out 14th Amendment CaseReporting — Nov 9, 2023An effort to use a Reconstruction-era constitutional amendment to keep former President Donald Trump off the primary ballot in Minnesota has been blocked in court. “Ridiculous 14th Amendment lawsuit just thrown out by…

Pro-Second Amendment Group, Red State Brawl In Court — Jun 26, 2026Pro-Second Amendment organizations have filed lawsuits to invalidate gun laws across the country for decades, but Hughes v. Lee, involving concealed carry in Tennessee, is not the usual Second Amendment case. That’s…

Commentary: GOP Reps Introduce Constitutional Amendment To Keep Supreme Court at 9 seatsReporting — Apr 14, 2021Wisconsin Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher is leading an effort to save the Supreme Court by introducing a constitutional amendment to limit the number of justices to nine. The proposed amendment is being co-sponsored by…

IJRItaly Scrambles Warships Toward Red Sea As Houthis Close In On Global Shipping ChokepointFrancis Kapper · 6 min · 15h

AZ Gov. Ducey Vows To ‘Protect’ Second Amendment RightsReporting — Apr 8, 2021Shortly before President Joe Biden unveiled six executive actions on gun control, Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (R) vowed that his state is going to “protect” Second Amendment rights. “We’re gonna protect Second Amendment…

We Asked Pro-Second Amendment Groups If They Backed Todd BlancheReporting — Jul 29, 2026Most pro-Second Amendment organizations were optimistic about how acting Attorney General Todd Blanche would handle gun issues if confirmed to the post.

Fauci Invokes 5th Amendment in Senate Hearing — Jul 29, 2026Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right Wednesday morning by not answering questions on the origins of COVID-19 and how the government handled the pandemic. The decision was a surprise at the start of the…

Judge declines to block Pentagon firing of three Stars and Stripes journalists — Sep 5, 2026A federal court allowed the Pentagon to fire three Stars and Stripes journalists, heightening a high-stakes dispute over the military newspaper’s editorial independence and First Amendment implications. Courts have largely rejected injunctions to halt the terminations, underscoring ongoing tensions about government influence in a publication funded and operated by the DoD.

Sam Okafor If a judge won't stop this while the case plays out, what's left of editorial independence for a paper the military itself funds? Troubling precedent.

Prince Harry Suggests First Amendment Is ‘Bonkers’ — Receives BacklashReporting — May 17, 2021Prince Harry is receiving backlash after suggesting the First Amendment is “bonkers.” During an episode of the “Armchair Expert” podcast, Harry shared his experience living in Los Angeles with his family and how the…

On X · @NiziU__officialNiziU Announces Official Light Stick Version 2, Set for September 23, 2026NiziU's official account teased the second-generation light stick with a September 23, 2026 release date. The announcement generated strong positive engagement from fans excited about the long-awaited update to the 2021 design, with speculation about upcoming tours.2,235 likes · 10m