Long before Vice President JD Vance shrugged off the killings of American civilians Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minneapolis, he had already established his brutal pattern of showing remorselessness for the victims. But with the senseless and savage killings of Good and Pretti, Vance has gone even lower to actively blaming the victims, and pushing baseless claims about them to absolve their killers.
Gunfire remains a defining crisis in the United States. On an average day, roughly 125 people are killed with guns and many more are wounded, a toll that reverberates through classrooms, workplaces, and families. Recent data compilations show that by late August 2025 the country had already endured more than 300 mass shootings this year, with hundreds killed and well over a thousand injured. These are not abstractions; they are neighbors, classmates, and coworkers.
Governor Tim Walz, a former football coach and centrist Democrat, faces an uphill battle resonating with West Texas voters, who view him through a lens shaped by conservative media. Despite sharing a working-class background with Trump’s VP pick JD Vance, Walz’s moderate record struggles to break through the polarization gripping this crucial voting bloc.
In this critical 2024 election, we at U.S. RESIST NEWS urge voters to set aside party loyalty, just this once, and join us in supporting candidates who will stand firm against the authoritarian forces threatening our democracy. Taking this single, decisive action is essential to safeguarding our rights and securing the future of a free and just America.
Brief #168 – Social Justice Policy Brief
by: Inijah Quadri
The recent attempt on Donald Trump’s life has reignited the fierce debate over gun ownership laws in the United States, highlighting the deep divide between gun rights advocates and proponents of stricter regulations. As the nation grapples with this latest incident, the urgent question remains: how can we balance constitutional rights with the imperative to prevent gun violence?
JUNE OP ED
by: U.S. Resist News Staff
President Biden must seize the opportunity to champion a bold Middle East Peace Policy, recognizing Palestinian statehood and endorsing international legal decisions to restore U.S. credibility. By leading efforts towards a two-state solution and a Marshall Plan for regional reconstruction, the U.S. can foster lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.
Brief #155 – Social Justice Policy Brief
by Inijah Quadri
In the United States, the path to police reform has been a complex and diverse journey, significantly influenced by local contexts and challenges. By examining the police reform efforts in two cities—Baltimore and Minneapolis—we can gain insights into the differences in approach and outcomes in these cities.
Brief #160 – Environmental Policy Brief
by Todd J. Broadman
The average annual operating cost of a 60-watt incandescent bulb is $8.74, the operating cost of an equivalent 13-watt CFL is $1.89.
Brief #98 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Arvind Salem
In the most recent case brought against him by the state of Georgia Donald Trump faces 13 felony counts. Here’s what they all mean…
Brief #73 – Elections & Politics Policy
by Ian Milden
The Federal Election Commission (FEC) is supposed to be the primary regulator for federal campaigns. However, the structure of the organization has made it dysfunctional for years.