On February 20th, The Supreme Court shot down almost all of Trump's tariffs. How? Why? What is next?

The Super Bowl Halftime Shows are not just for entertainment; they're statements. Explore how the 2025 and 2026 Super Bowl performances worked to make one cohesive political statement.

After 238 years with our Constitution, does the original executive power structure remain the same today, and has it fluctuated throughout history?

By: Madison Shanfeld credits: Politico The longest Government shutdown in American history, being 43 days long, ended on November 12, 2025. While the idea and effects of the shutdown have been cycling through the news, it’s imperative we dissect the idea of government shutdowns, and how it has impacted the current political climate. What is a Government Shutdown A government shutdown is the temporary closure of government services and agencies due to lapses in congression

credits: Brown Daily Harold This article is a direct follow-up of my previous post, "Harvard vs Trump", which delves into the background and core details of the court disagreements between the elite university and the Trump Administration. The objective is to resume where the last article finished and reveal the court's decision, the possible effects on Universities and the Federal Government, what has happened since. Decision on Funding Freeze On September 3rd, 2025, Jud

credits: CNN Introduction In modern media, it is common to see ICE depicted as this new formidable force, Los Angeles Times strapped with the newest guns, heavy vests, and raiding in large groups; however, ICE was created after the 9/11/2001 terrorist attacks and passed in November of 2002. ICE was part of the Homeland Security Act, also known as the largest reorganization of the United States government since the creation of the Department of Defense. The Department of Home

By: Madison Shanfeld photo credits: Financial Times Introduction Harvard University has cemented itself as one of the most prestigious...

By: Madison Shanfeld What is the SAVE Act? The SAVE Act, or the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, is a voting bill that some say...

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By: Madison Shanfeld NBC INAUGRATION A new term has officially started. The oval office in Washington DC is no longer occupied by Joe Biden, but by President Donald J. Trump. The Inauguration and what follows in the first days of office is a national event that fills the news channels and papers for weeks to come. What is the Inauguration By Oxford’s dictionary, the noun inauguration is, “the beginning or introduction of a system, policy, or period. But what is the Inaugu

By: Madison Shanfeld CNN The previous several articles have been focused on current events within politics. However, to get a better...

Chelsea Stahl Intro In a close presidential election where the undecided voters hold the decision in their palms, the presidential and vice presidential debates can hit the odds of either candidate like a tsunami. So in this close election, come and view how the debates changed the race. Trump Vs Biden Gerald Herbert This debate was hard for people of each party to watch. The candidates struggled to say on topic and the age of both candidates were made incredibly apparent thr

By: Madison Shanfeld This presidential election counts on the small population of undecided voters. So, The Political Pen has decided to write a two part article series explaining why people may choose each of the candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Here in part two, Donald Trump will be discussed.  BACKGROUND Donald Trump was born into a wealthy family in 1946, and when he got older, he took over his father’s business and renamed it the Trump Organization. In a

By: Madison Shanfeld The undecided population in the United States hold the utmost power in this neck and neck presidential election. Thus, The Political Pen will conduct a two part article series about the reasons why each candidate does, and does not, appeal to voters. Starting with Kamala Harris. BACKGROUND U.S. Senate Historical Office Kamala Harris is the current democratic vice president. She ran with President Joe Biden in the 2020 election and came out the winner. Bef

By Madison Shanfeld Photo by Josh Johnson/Unsplash In light of the imminent election, politics has been making a breakthrough into everyday media. It bombards phones, laptops, and iPads with new updates. But some teens make the mistake of thinking that politics is only for adults. In reality, it is important for teens to know the modern issues present in American society. Although the current voting age in the United States is 18, tomorrow's voters should know today’s politi