The US Senate must give the foreign surveillance act stronger privacy protections
More federal agent training and increased watchdog funding would make the act more effective.
Student protesters interrupt Rep. Jamie Raskin’s UMD lecture with chants supporting Palestine
Raskin was slated to deliver the physics department's annual Irving and Renee Milchberg Endowed Lecture.
A ceasefire in Gaza will protect Israel more than destroying Hamas
For Israel, losing its moral compass in the eyes of the west — and especially American youth — is existential.
US House of Representatives subcommittee launches investigation into UMD COVID-19 policies
This investigation stems from concerns that the off-campus quarantine requirement for students who test positive for COVID-19 places unnecessary stress on students.
A House divided cannot stand. Republicans must compromise with two House Speakers.
Partisan politicians need to put their differences aside and do what’s best for the country.
Decorum requires dignity. The Senate should adhere to an inclusive dress code.
To command authority, senators should still dress to impress.
Maryland joins growing list of states pursuing TikTok bans for government devices
A bill passed unanimously in the Maryland House of Delegates this month that would prohibit the installation and use of TikTok on all state government networks and devices.
Politicians should represent their jurisdiction, not their personal interests
Congressional integrity is in danger if carpetbagging is not addressed.
College Park City Council approves aid programs for businesses, residents amid COVID-19
The council is planning for these programs to be partially funded by the CARES Act.