Former Vice President Mike Pence argues that a more serious effort to curb Russia's energy export revenue is essential to weakening Moscow's ability to sustain the war in Ukraine. The case highlights a broader conservative point: foreign policy strength depends not only on military aid, but on disciplined economic pressure and credible energy policy at home.

Sen. Rand Paul’s accusations against Anthony Fauci raise serious oversight questions, but the legal threshold for proving perjury is far higher than a contentious Senate exchange. The stronger case for conservatives may be institutional reform: clearer rules, better transparency, and tighter oversight of high-risk research.