Valerie Richardson
Articles by Valerie Richardson
Ted Cruz calls on conservatives to stand up to Tucker Carlson in fight against antisemitism
Sen. Ted Cruz, Texas Republican, is urging conservatives to confront rising antisemitism on the right by naming names -- including that of Tucker Carlson. Published November 7, 2025
Heritage’s antisemitism task force breaks off from foundation, will also probe right-wing threats
The Heritage Foundation's antisemitism task force has split off from the institution "for a season," exiting the conservative think-tank as its members withdraw over President Kevin Roberts' ongoing support for anti-Israel host Tucker Carlson. Published November 6, 2025
‘Clear and present danger’: Liberal firebrand ready to make conservatives miss Pelosi
Conservatives cheering former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's retirement after 40 years in Congress may want to be careful what they wish for. Published November 6, 2025
Heritage president admits ‘I made a mistake,’ resists calls to step down as think tank reels
Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts told staffers Wednesday that he "made a mistake" with his much-criticized video defending anti-Israel host Tucker Carlson, but that he wants to stay and clean up what he called "the mess." Published November 5, 2025
NWSL defends Orlando Pride star after she’s accused of being male
Pressure is building on the National Women's Soccer League to implement sex testing amid mounting criticism over a star player suspected of being male. Published November 5, 2025
Jewish groups cut ties with Heritage antisemitism task force over Tucker Carlson defense
The Heritage Foundation's signature antisemitism project was teetering Tuesday as a flurry of Jewish organizations and leaders decamped over the conservative think tank's defense of anti-Israel commentator Tucker Carlson. Published November 4, 2025
Heritage president’s chief of staff resigns in aftermath of Carlson-Fuentes backlash
Ryan Neuhaus, who was chief of staff to Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts until Friday, has left the organization as it struggles with the fallout from Mr. Roberts' defense of Tucker Carlson's softball interview with far-right influencer Nick Fuentes. Published November 3, 2025
Transgender athletes still welcome at junior colleges despite NCAA, NAIA restrictions
Major U.S. universities no longer welcome transgender athletes on their women's teams, but biological males seeking to participate in female collegiate sports still have options. Published November 3, 2025
Heritage Foundation roiled by blowback over defense of Tucker Carlson interview with Nick Fuentes
The Heritage Foundation sought to contain the damage after its president precipitated a crisis on the right by defending Tucker Carlson's friendly interview with a young far-right influencer known for his inflammatory takes on Israel, race and women. Published November 2, 2025
Heritage President Kevin Roberts hit with conservative backlash for defense of Tucker Carlson
Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts was pilloried by his fellow conservatives for defending podcast host Tucker Carlson after his friendly interview with Nick Fuentes, a far-right influencer known for his anti-Israel and antisemitic commentary. Published October 31, 2025
Trump celebrates win against climate ‘hoax’ after Bill Gates pivots on global warming
President Trump took a victory lap after billionaire Bill Gates lowered the temperature on his global-warming activism by walking back his warnings of climate catastrophe. Published October 30, 2025
Cost to produce material used by teacher who called Charlie Kirk ‘garbage’: $117,000
Rhode Island parent Nicole Solas wants to know what a local educator is teaching students after he posted online videos deriding slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk -- but it will cost her. Published October 30, 2025
Forget Harvard: New College of Florida wants to be first to join Compact on Academic Excellence
Let other universities spurn the Trump administration's higher-education compact. The New College of Florida is ready to sign. Published October 29, 2025
Poll shows 7 in 10 voters support requiring a doctor’s visit for abortion pills
More than two-thirds of voters say a doctor's visit should be required to obtain abortion pills, according to polling, a view at odds with the current federal rules allowing the drugs to be prescribed via telehealth and delivered by mail. Published October 28, 2025
Unions fail to support conservative professors facing free-speech sanctions: Survey
Conservative professors under attack for their views were less likely to receive support from their unions or colleagues than were liberal faculty, according to a survey that found a "noticeable partisan gap" in the treatment of scholars who have faced repercussions for protected speech. Published October 28, 2025
AOC mocks Gaines for fifth-place finish at NCAA championships
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez may have styled herself as a defender of women, but she apparently doesn't have much respect for their athletic achievements. Published October 27, 2025
Roll tide: Alabama leads 2025 Faith and Freedom Index
For the third year in a row, the Southern state led the Napa Legal Institute's Faith and Freedom Index, topping the rankings of 50 states and the District of Columbia on laws affecting religious-based nonprofit organizations. Published October 27, 2025
Heritage Foundation guide grades America’s historic places on accuracy, political bias
Tourists wondering where the history ends and the ideological bias begins at some of America's most venerable destinations now have a handy resource to consult, thanks to The Heritage Foundation. Published October 27, 2025
Trump anti-DEI education compact still waiting for a ‘yes’ as Arizona declines, Vanderbilt dodges
None of the nine universities invited to join the Trump administration's Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education have said "yes" -- but not all of them said "no," either. Published October 22, 2025
School aide fired over Trump backpack, water bottle declares ‘victory’ in legal settlement
A special education aide who was fired after bringing her Trump-themed backpack and water bottle to work has resolved her federal lawsuit against a Los Angeles-area school district. Published October 22, 2025
