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Why are questions about Abdul El-Sayed’s family history sparking such a fierce debate?

As the Michigan Senate candidate faces scrutiny over social media posts referencing the Muslim Brotherhood, the controversy has raised bigger questions about media coverage, political accountability, and accusations of Islamophobia.

Rich Lowry breaks down the reporting, El-Sayed’s response, and what the controversy means for his Senate campaign.

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**Is the media asking fair questions, or giving El-Sayed unfair scrutiny?**

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Is France facing more than just student protests?

Violent unrest, a historic town hall in flames, and growing tensions over immigration and national identity have raised serious questions about France's future.

National Review's Rich Lowry examines why he believes the crisis goes much deeper than the headlines.

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Are France's problems primarily political, or is the country facing a deeper cultural crisis?

1 day ago |[YT] | 9

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Gavin Newsom attacks Elon Musk. AOC questions his intelligence. But what about Tesla, SpaceX, and the technological breakthroughs Musk has helped make possible?

You don't have to agree with Elon Musk's politics to recognize his accomplishments.

Rich Lowry breaks down why Musk's critics seem unwilling to give him credit.

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Are Gavin Newsom and AOC letting their politics cloud their judgment of Elon Musk?

3 days ago |[YT] | 20

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Has the Cornell 7 controversy turned into a rush to judgment?

Sexual assault allegations, campus protests, political intervention, and a sweeping crackdown on fraternity parties have put Cornell University in the national spotlight.

But what does the evidence actually show?

Rich Lowry examines the case, the reaction from Kathy Hochul, and whether the presumption of innocence is being forgotten.

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Are politicians and the media getting ahead of the facts?

4 days ago |[YT] | 4

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Shane Gillis made a joke about women's gym clothes on *Saturday Night Live* — and sparked a backlash.

But was the joke really that offensive, or does the outrage reveal a bigger double standard about feminism, modesty, and comedy?

National Review's Caroline Downey breaks down the controversy and asks whether critics are missing the point.

Watch our latest video and weigh in: **Did Shane Gillis cross the line, or are people taking the joke too seriously?**

4 days ago |[YT] | 7

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Is criticizing Somalia racist? Sunny Hostin seems to think so. But Donald Trump’s sweeping comments about Somali immigrants raise questions of their own.

National Review’s Rich Lowry takes on BOTH sides of the controversy, examining Somalia’s troubled history, Somali immigration in Minnesota, and what the debate reveals about America’s immigration policies.

Watch Rich’s latest commentary and weigh in: Where should we draw the line between legitimate criticism and unfair generalizations?

5 days ago |[YT] | 13

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Do the newly revealed text messages tell a different story about the Cornell 7 case?

As the sexual assault allegations continue to draw national attention, new text messages, Jane Doe’s sworn police statement, and findings from Cornell University’s investigation are raising serious questions about the evidence.

Rich Lowry breaks down what we know, what remains disputed, and why due process matters.

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Do you think the Cornell 7 case has been fairly covered by the media?

1 week ago |[YT] | 6

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Could Ilhan Omar’s past put her political future in jeopardy?

Questions surrounding the Minnesota congresswoman’s family history, immigration records, and longstanding allegations of fraud are drawing renewed attention amid federal scrutiny.

National Review’s Rich Lowry examines what’s known, what remains unproven, and whether the controversy could have consequences for Omar’s U.S. citizenship.

Watch the full video and weigh in below: Should allegations involving a naturalized citizen’s immigration history be investigated, regardless of their political position?

1 week ago |[YT] | 11

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AOC and Zohran Mamdani are calling for ICE to be abolished following a controversial shooting in the Bronx. But are they rushing to condemn federal immigration enforcement before all the facts are known?

National Review’s Rich Lowry breaks down the Marble Hill shooting, the suspect’s criminal history, and the growing anti-ICE backlash.

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**Is this about accountability for ICE, or a broader effort to undermine immigration enforcement?**

1 week ago |[YT] | 10

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Should Sophie Cunningham's political views cost her a spot alongside Caitlin Clark?

A New York Times columnist is calling for the Indiana Fever to part ways with Cunningham amid controversy over her views on transgender athletes in women's sports.

Rich Lowry breaks down the backlash and asks whether politics is becoming more important than basketball in the WNBA.

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Is Cunningham being unfairly targeted for her views, or does the columnist have a point?

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