Migrants seeking asylum in the United States may have to wait years before their cases can be heard. The backlog of U.S. immigration court cases has surpassed 3 million. That number is up by more than 1 million cases in 12 months, according to Syracuse University’s Transaction Records Access Clearinghouse (TRAC). For comparison, in September…

Iran is producing 60% enriched uranium and has tripled its production levels in recent weeks. It’s the only country in the world not declared a nuclear power that is capable of producing such highly enriched uranium. Uranium can be converted to weapons-grade material within days. New reports show Iran growing its arsenal at unprecedented levels.…

From 91 felony charges against a former U.S. president to the sudden and dramatic escalation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, 2023 has been a year filled with surprises. Amidst the chaos, it can be difficult to keep track of all the changes that unfold in just one year. Straight Arrow News contributor Adrienne Lawrence reflects on…

Top U.S. officials are heading to Mexico to discuss the surge in illegal migrant crossings at the U.S. southern border. And police in South Korea are investigating the death of an actor who starred in the Oscar-winning film “Parasite.” These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023. US officials to…

Striking a balance between maintaining community safety and enacting meaningful reform remains a critical challenge for some police departments in the United States. This challenge is particularly pronounced in Baltimore, where public trust in police has diminished. In 2016, a U.S. Department of Justice investigation revealed the Baltimore Police Department likely made thousands of unconstitutional…

The New York Times is being criticized for publishing an op-ed written by the mayor of Gaza City, who was appointed to the position by Hamas, a group that’s been on the State Department’s list of foreign terrorist organizations since 1997. Mayor Yahya Sarraj wrote that Israel had pulverized Gaza’s cultural riches. “I call on…

Christmas Day created travel chaos for certain travelers. In parts of Nebraska, semis jackknifed, vehicles piled up, and some drivers slid off of the road, Monday, Dec. 25. Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) reported responding to at least 100 weather-related incidents. The NSP urged drivers to only travel if necessary and carry a…

While the future is inherently unpredictable, a thorough examination of history, recent events, and available data can inform predictions about emerging trends. The political sphere is ripe for speculation. Straight Arrow News contributor Ruben Navarrette reflects on recent events and offers his top three political forecasts for the year ahead. Navarrette outlines the key trends…

Israel and the United States have enjoyed a special relationship since the end of World War II and the formal establishment of the new nation. The U.S. has guaranteed Israeli security since that time and has continued to back it after the Hamas attack on Oct 7. But what happens to Israel once the U.S.…

America retaliates against Iran-backed militant groups following an attack on U.S. servicemembers in Iraq. And, as of today, Dec. 26, some of Apple’s most popular watches are no longer for sale. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023. US strikes Iran-backed groups after attack injures 3 US servicemembers in…