NATO’s new spending pledge spurs Europe to boost defences
NATO members commit to 3.5 percent of GDP for military capabilities and 1.5 percent for defense infrastructure amid Russia’s Ukraine war. France Italy and the UK face deficits. Germany’s growth limits and Spain’s claimed concession loom. Progress hinges on interoperable gear, joint tenders, and smarter domestic production while leveraging U.S. arms and technology sharing. A public scorecard and clear infrastructure spending will monitor outcomes.
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Will argues the VRA’s gold turns to lead in modern redistricting
George Will contends the Voting Rights Act has been twisted by courts and Congress into enforcing race based representation. He cites Louisiana’s six district map and Justice Thomas’s dissent to warn that race predominates in political draws and that the era of equal protection is endangered.
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Tillis quits 2026 bid as Trump stance triggers NC race shifts
North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis, one of three Republicans to oppose President Trump's budget bill, announced he will not seek re election in 2026. The move reshapes a tight race landscape in a battleground state and prompts talk of potential successors and party strategy. Tillis cited billions in Medicaid funding losses for North Carolina and rural hospitals as the bill’s harm, while noting Trump’s dominance fuels the party’s divisions.
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