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Michallie K Harrison

Michallie K. Harrison is a journalist, communications professional, and retired U.S. Army sergeant first class with 21 years of service, including three combat tours. She covers politics, public policy, law, technology, and national security for USA Herald, with particular attention to government accountability, civil liberties, and the effects of policy on everyday Americans. Her military background brings firsthand experience in leadership, aviation operations, and chemical defense to her reporting on defense and veterans’ issues. Harrison holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from National University and a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from Excelsior College, with minors in history and criminal justice. Her work has appeared in Responsible Statecraft, and she writes about veterans’ benefits for Hill & Ponton. She also brings experience hosting live public affairs discussions and engaging a social media audience of nearly 200,000 followers. Harrison is committed to making complex issues understandable and asking direct questions about how power is exercised and whom it serves.

Scouts visit a U.S. Navy display at the 2026 National Jamboree amid the Scouting America diversity rollback.

America July 31, 2026

Scouting America Jamboree Drops Diversity Spaces

The Scouting America diversity rollback has reached the organization’s National Jamboree, eliminating dedicated spaces for LGBTQ+ youth, women and Scouts…

By Michallie K Harrison

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and former senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro attend a White House World Cup meeting with the tournament trophy nearby.

Sports July 31, 2026

FIFA World Cup Stake Sale Sparks Global Revolt

The proposed FIFA World Cup stake sale has triggered a global revolt, including a threatened European boycott and the resignation…

By Michallie K Harrison

Author Tomi Adeyemi appears at the 2024 National Book Festival amid controversy over the Children of Blood and Bone movie.

Entertainment July 29, 2026

Children of Blood and Bone Author Rejects Film

Paramount Pictures is promoting the Children of Blood and Bone movie as a landmark Black fantasy epic, but author Tomi…

By Michallie K Harrison

President Donald Trump speaks at a healthcare affordability event with CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz and other health officials nearby.

Breaking News July 29, 2026

Trump Ends Medicare Part D Subsidy, Costs May Rise

The Trump administration is ending a Medicare Part D subsidy that helped control prescription drug premiums for nearly 25 million…

By Michallie K Harrison

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump speaks during a news conference announcing the independent Nolan Wells autopsy findings.

Breaking News July 22, 2026

Nolan Wells Autopsy Cannot Rule Out Foul Play

The independent Nolan Wells autopsy could not determine how the 18-year-old college football player died or rule out the possibility…

By Michallie K Harrison

President Donald Trump speaks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House.

Breaking News July 22, 2026

Trump Opens Saudi Path to Uranium Enrichment

The Trump administration has signed a nuclear cooperation agreement that could open a path to Saudi uranium enrichment, even as…

By Michallie K Harrison

Lonn Hartman lies in an intensive care hospital bed surrounded by medical equipment while a loved one comforts him.

America July 22, 2026

Lonn Hartman Case Fuels Calls for Answers

The Lonn Hartman case is drawing national attention after the Detroit-area youth mentor was found with life-threatening neck wounds at…

By Michallie K Harrison

Editorial illustration of Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce beside a microscope and a magnified depiction of Cyclospora contamination.

Health July 17, 2026

Taylor Farms Linked to Third Major Produce Outbreak

Taco Bell became the public face of a massive Cyclospora outbreak after more than 1,600 people reported eating at the…

By Michallie K Harrison

Donald Trump speaks using teleprompters as Kalshi insider trading allegations raise questions about advance access to presidential remarks.

Business July 17, 2026

Trump Aide’s Kalshi Bets Expose Insider Problem

The Kalshi insider trading allegations against a White House teleprompter operator expose a basic flaw in political prediction markets. A…

By Michallie K Harrison

Donald Trump delivers his July 16 address as a Trump address fact check examines his claims about jobs, inflation, taxes and crime.

America July 17, 2026

Trump’s Victory Lap Cracks Under the Numbers

This Trump address fact check examines the domestic-policy victory lap President Donald Trump delivered before turning to election security on…

By Michallie K Harrison

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