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U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris attends a campaign event in West Allis, Wisconsin
Daily News Lesson July 24 2024

Democrats endorse Kamala Harris for presidential run

Learn how Kamala Harris has solidified Democratic support
Day 3 of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Daily News Lesson July 19 2024

Trump claims 'greatest invasion in history' happening at southern border

Watch and fact-check clips from Trump's speech at the RNC.
U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) trial in connection with an alleged corrupt relationship with three New Jersey businessmen, in New York City
Daily News Lesson July 18 2024

New Jersey Sen. Menendez convicted of corruption charges

Democratic leaders call for his resignation
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Daily News Lesson July 17 2024

America at a Crossroads: Connections between religion and politics in America

Learn about one pastor's opinions on religion and politics
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Daily News Lesson July 12 2024

Project 2025: What is it and who is involved?

Discuss Trump’s links to its authors
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Daily News Lesson July 11 2024

Decades-old lawsuit against the gun industry may soon end

Learn about how changing laws in Indiana may close a 25-year lawsuit effort to reduce gun violence in Gary, Indiana
The jury in Hunter Biden's trial on criminal gun charges finds him guilty on all three counts, in Wilmington
Daily News Lesson June 12 2024

Hunter Biden convicted of felonies related to gun purchase

Learn about the conviction of the president's son
Former U.S. President Trump found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records, in New York
Daily News Lesson June 10 2024

How Republican voters feel about Trump and the election after his conviction

Hear from Republican voters about how Trump’s conviction on 34 criminal charges impacts their thoughts on the upcoming election
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Student Voices May 30 2024

Student Movie Recommendation: 'Bridge of Spies' finds a connection between the two sides of the Cold War

Hear from one high school student about why a movie set in during the Cold War is relevant today
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Educator Voices May 24 2024

Educator Voice: Why the March on Washington was a revolutionary act

Watch these clips explaining the March on Washington and how it is still relevant today
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