Michael Avenatti's Prison Sentence Explained
Michael Avenatti, the bombastic celebrity lawyer, first became an American household name in 2018. Now he's serving a serious prison sentence.
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What Is Considered Femicide And What Does It Really Mean?
There are can be many differences between the murder of a woman and the murder of a man. But what is femicide, and why is it considered separate from homicide?
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Convicted Felons Who Have Run For Federal Office
Can a person convicted and sentenced to a prison term run for high office in the United States? These are convicted felons who have run for federal office.
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The 12 Democratic Women Who Served With Nancy Pelosi Her First Year In Congress
When Nancy Pelosi announced she was stepping down from Democratic leadership, she mentioned 12 women. Here's an overview of these women's congressional careers.
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How Women's Rights Vary Across The Middle East
In the Middle East many laws that concern women are often based on Sharia law and other religious codes, thus creating gender disaprity and a lack of rights.
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How Did Ronald Reagan Accumulate His Wealth?
President Ronald Reagan is remembered for his many economic policies. When he died in 2004, here is who inherited the former president's personal wealth.
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Why Do We Have A Speaker Of The House In Congress?
The House of Representatives plays a critical role in America's government. One important figure is the Speaker of the House. But why do we have that position?
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What We Know About Nancy Pelosi Not Seeking Re-Election To Leadership In The House
Nancy Pelosi, the current Speaker of the House of Representatives, will not seek election to any leadership positions after Democrats lost the House.
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The Origin Of The Term Trumpism
There are some products that become emblematic of all similar products -- a Kleenex for a tissue, for instance -- and some names that take on a broader sense.
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What Does It Mean To Invoke Article 4 Of NATO?
NATO member states may invoke Article 4 to consult with other members in the event of a security threat.
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Why Mickey Mouse Has Appeared On Election Ballots Since The Great Depression
When it comes to the popular ballot in elections, let's face it: Name recognition goes a long way, as does voter passion, or even lack of it.
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The Bizarre Connection Between John Hinckley Jr And The Bush Family
John Hinckley Jr., the attempted assassin of then-president Ronald Reagan in 1981, has a bizarre connection to the Bush political family.
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What Is A Runoff Election And Why Do They Happen?
As Georgia's U.S. Senate race reached its runoff conclusion the day after the midterms in 2022, people were left wondering how a runoff election actually works.
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The Life And Career Of Larry, The Downing Street Cat
Larry, the brown-and-white tabby who lives at 10 Downing Street, commands the respect and adoration of the British public. Here is his story.
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The Relationship Between Michael Cohen And Jerry Falwell Jr Featured In Hulu's God Forbid
It's to no one's surprise that deals are struck and arrangements are made under the table, behind closed doors, off the books, when it comes to politics.
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What Is Energy Terrorism?
The word "terrorism" conjures images of many different forms of warfare. But one form of terrorism perhaps not discussed as often is energy terrorism.
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Why US Midterm Elections Are So Important
The importance of midterm elections, which take place two years into a presidential term, centers on their ability to shift the balance of governmental power.
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Inside The Disturbing Blog Posts Of Paul Pelosi's Alleged Attacker
The blog posts of David DePape, the man charged for allegedly attacking Paul Pelosi, have come under scrutiny as the investigation into the break-in continues.
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The Trials Of The Attempted Kidnappers Of Governor Gretchen Whitmer Explained
In October 2020, the FBI unveiled a very strange conspiracy, charging militia members with planning to kidnap the governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer.
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The US Congressional Seat That Is Said To Be Cursed
One particular US congressional seat is said to be cursed, as anyone who holds it gets divorced. This is the story of the cursed congressional seat.
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The Maverick US Congressman Who Represented Himself And Beat A RICO Charge In Federal Court
James A. Traficant Jr. was a U.S. congressman with a colorful vocabulary, a fake pompadour, and a propensity for defending himself in federal court.
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Who Is Rishi Sunak? Your Guide To The British Politician
After British Prime Minister Liz Truss resigned 45 days into her tenure, Rishi Sunak took her place without an election or vote among members of Parliament.
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Every Steve Bannon Legal Issue Explained
Steven Bannon is notorious for his political machinations on behalf of Donald Trump, all of which have landed him into legal trouble.
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How Rishi Sunak Became Prime Minister Of The UK
On Monday, October 24, 2022, the former British Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, officially became leader of the Conservative Party.
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Steve Bannon's Prison Sentence Explained
Steve Bannon, right-wing media pundit and former advisor to President Donald Trump, was sentenced to four months in prison for contempt of congress.
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The Differences Between Political Resignations In The UK And The US
For many countries, the U.S. included, processes are in place to change out national leadership on a regular basis, should that be the will of the electorate.
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How Martial Law Can Be Used As A Military Strategy
"Martial law" is a phrase that gets bandied about from time to time, usually in historical contexts far away, but it's very real and possible in the U.S., too.
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