All Articles

TikTok, once a niche lip-sync app called Musical.ly, now sits on 170 million U.S. devices, shaping how Americans entertain themselves, get news, and express personal views. As its influence grew, the app became entangled in U.S.-China tensions and centralized efforts to ban it or force a domestic sale in the name of national security. In 2024, Congress passed the “Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act,” requiring TikTok’s China-based parent c

Among the many industries in the United States, the oil industry has found huge success in lobbying the Trump administration, mainly through financial means. Oil companies set themselves up for success before Trump was elected for his second term, donating millions of dollars to his campaign efforts. Oil company executives such as Harold Hamm, Kelcy Warren, Jeffrey Hildebrand, and Tim Dunn gave more than $16 million before Trump was elected in 2024 (Morenne and Eaton). The oi

Reports 1-3 ofthe PBR x PSVC Inaugural Collaborative Publication Summary: Summary: Summary:

Tariffs, once niche instruments of trade regulation, have reemerged as one of the most visible and polarizing tools in American economic policy. What had historically operated as a practical mechanism for the management of imports and the generation of government revenue has, over time, evolved into a symbol of national protection, economic identity, and political strategy. Each new chapter—from President William McKinley’s high-tariff regime in 1890, to Donald Trump’s expans

Public Frustration with Government Performance The Wall Street Journal article “Americans See a Government That Can’t Solve Their Problems” highlights a deep and expanding frustration among U.S. voters with the federal government’s capacity to deliver meaningful results. Many Americans view national institutions as gridlocked, unresponsive, and consumed by partisan conflict rather than focused on urgent challenges such as affordability, healthcare, and national security. This

On October 10, 2025, building 602 at Accurate Energetic Systems (AES) in Hickman, Tennessee, exploded with over 24,000 pounds of explosives inside. The explosion resulted in the deaths of 16 employees, demolished the building, and was heard from miles away. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board quickly launched an investigation into the accident, which shows how serious this situation really was. Building 602 contained TNT and produced commercial mining boosters made from very hazar

In recent years, large technology companies have increasingly relied on lobbying as a strategic tool to navigate political and economic pressures. The Trump administration, with its unpredictable trade policies and frequent use of tariffs, heightened the stakes for major technology firms. Companies such as Apple, Oracle, Nvidia, and Microsoft faced critical challenges, prompting executives to engage directly with policymakers in efforts to protect their companies. These execu

Did you know that generating a 100-word paragraph using ChatGPT consumes enough electricity to power seven full iPhone charges? The climate footprint of artificial intelligence has become difficult to grasp amid the commonplace use of ChatGPT and the rapid expansion of data centers. Yet this striking measure of AI’s power-hungry nature puts the issue into a familiar perspective. Multiple invisible factors contribute to AI’s overconsumption, but the most visible impact for con

A recent Wall Street Journal investigation revealed an issue inside Fannie Mae and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) after Director Bill Pulte allegedly accessed confidential mortgage records belonging to prominent Democrats. One of the names mentioned in this context is New York Attorney General Letitia James. When Fannie Mae’s ethics team questioned whether the access of these records violated federal privacy laws and informed the Office of Inspector General (OIG),

At first glance, Hyundai’s 3,000-acre production facility in Central Georgia may not appear to be a dangerous construction site. Yet, the factory, which employs more than 500 individuals, has seen three deaths and more than a dozen severe injuries in its three years of operation. Numerous reports from the factory note an absence of employee training and necessary safety equipment. According to The Savannah Times, local emergency medical services responded to 91 calls to the m

A new initiative by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reshaping the landscape of pharmaceutical advertising. In response to growing concerns over misleading drug commercials, the FDA has begun tightening its regulation of direct-to-consumer (DTC) pharmaceutical marketing. These ads, known for their upbeat music, radiant actors, and flawless lifestyles, have long dominated American television. They are also a major profit engine for both drug manufacturers and bro

When a government agency announces a major new health initiative, most Americans assume the policy will unfold roughly as promised—at least, we used to. But what actually happens between a policy’s dramatic unveiling and its final implementation? The answer reveals how power really works in government—and why even the most prominent federal programs can transform dramatically once affected industries mobilize their resources. The “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) Commission