Emily Watson
Journalist & Contributor
Civil Rights Correspondent covering legislation related to voting rights, equality, and systemic justice.
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Sen. Bill Cassidy's Downfall: A Cautionary Tale of Tensions with Trump
The 20-year career of Sen. Bill Cassidy comes to an end as he loses his primary election, a victim of his own struggles with President Donald Trump.
US Navy Jets Collide Mid-Air at Air Show, Crew Members Safe
Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets after mid-air collision at air show, officials confirm.
UFC Star Conor McGregor Returns to the Octagon After 5-Year Hiatus
Conor McGregor is set to make his highly anticipated return to the UFC after a five-year absence, facing off against Max Holloway on July 11 in Las Vegas.
In Congress, a Sexual Harassment 'Minefield' Persists, Aides and Former Staff Say
Nearly 10 years after Congress instituted measures to make it easier for women to lodge harassment complaints, lawmakers and aides say the behavior is still rampant.
Archaeologists Uncover Egyptian Mummy Buried with the 'Iliad', a Literary Treasure Trove
A remarkable discovery in Roman-era Egypt has shed new light on the afterlife beliefs of the ancient civilization, with a mummy found buried alongside a copy of Homer's 'Iliad'.
Gerrymandering: The Silent Saboteur of Democracy
Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick and Tom Suozzi weigh in on the nation's greatest problem: gerrymandering, a practice that distorts the democratic process and disenfranchises voters.
The Dark Money Machine: How Influencers Are Masking the True Sources of Political Funding
Social media stars have become a magnet for campaigns and political groups, but the true sources of their funding remain shrouded in mystery.
Trump-Ordered Citizenship Lists for Voting Are Likely Unreliable, Justice Dept. Says
A government lawyer says no 'responsible state' should rely on the lists to update their voter rolls, casting doubt on a presidential order.
How the Trump Administration Has Undermined the Fight Against Public Corruption
At least 15 former elected officials and co-conspirators with corruption offenses have been pardoned by President Trump in the last year, raising concerns about the erosion of accountability in government.
China Increasingly Views Trump's America as an Empire in Decline
A shift in perception among Chinese leaders and citizens, driven by President Trump's second term, is redefining the US-China relationship.