Activists claim Alabama embryo ruling violates separation of church-state

When the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are considered children under state law, its chief justice had a higher authority in mind. By citing verses from the Bible and Christian theologians in his concurring opinion, Chief Justice Tom Parker alarmed advocates for church-state separation, while delighting religious conservatives who oppose abortion. Human life, […]

Biden praises Newsom, jokes about Californians fleeing state as 2024 speculation swirls

President Biden praised Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday and joked about Californians potentially fleeing his state on a high-speed rail line as speculation continues to swirl over whether Newsom could replace Biden in the 2024 presidential race.  Biden, speaking at the White House during a meeting of the National Governors Association, said “We’re building the […]

Biden approval plummets to near Carter level: Gallup

President Biden faces Jimmy Carter-like approval ratings as he barrels towards the end of his first term and Election Day in November. Biden’s job approval rating stands at 38%, just one point above his all-time low and far below the 50% rating typical of presidents who are re-elected, according to a new Gallup survey.  “Biden’s […]