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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.

Facial-recognition display linking a woman’s portrait to photographs, a map and personal records.

Science & Technology September 10, 2026

Clearview AI Tests Police Surveillance Tool to Profile You

WASHINGTON — Clearview AI is testing an assistant designed to expand facial-recognition leads into personal profiles, gathering possible addresses, online…

By Michallie K Harrison

Donald Trump raises his fist on an outdoor stage with American flags behind him.

Breaking News September 10, 2026

Trump Ties $5,000 Payments to Republican Midterm Wins

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump promised Wednesday to send $5,000 payments to every adult American citizen if Republicans retain the…

By Michallie K Harrison

Rudy Giuliani and Donald Rumsfeld address reporters amid the wreckage at Ground Zero.

America September 9, 2026

Giuliani’s City Hall Knew 9/11 Risks, Called Air Safe

NEW YORK — As New Yorkers returned to Lower Manhattan after the Sept. 11 attacks, Mayor Rudy Giuliani assured them…

By Michallie K Harrison

Donald Trump and Natalie Harp review a laptop in the Oval Office as JD Vance looks on.

America September 9, 2026

Are Trump’s $45,000 Gifts to Aides Legal? A Federal Ethics Review

WASHINGTON — Trump’s $45,000 gifts to three White House aides are drawing scrutiny under federal ethics rules. Newly released disclosures…

By Michallie K Harrison

Barcoded mail-ballot envelopes in postal trays outside the U.S. Supreme Court.

America September 4, 2026

Trump Takes Mail-Ballot Rules to Supreme Court

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court for emergency permission to enforce new mail-ballot rules that could…

By Michallie K Harrison

Two credit-score gauges displayed beside mortgage documents, house keys and a model home.

America September 4, 2026

VantageScore Opens to All Fannie, Freddie Lenders

WASHINGTON — VantageScore 4.0 is now available to all lenders approved to sell mortgages to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.…

By Michallie K Harrison

U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C.

America September 3, 2026

Supreme Court Amendment Fails Despite 212-206 Vote

WASHINGTON — A Republican-backed Supreme Court constitutional amendment failed in the House on Wednesday despite receiving more yes votes than…

By Michallie K Harrison

Courtney CW Mallery and Nicole Mallery of Freedom Acres Ranch in Colorado

America September 3, 2026

Freedom Acres Ranch Owners Plead for Protection

YODER, Colo. — A renewed plea from Freedom Acres Ranch is drawing national attention as Courtney “CW” Mallery says threats…

By Michallie K Harrison

Rows of suspended steel monuments at the National Memorial for Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama.

America September 1, 2026

Found Hanging: 11 Black Deaths Under Scrutiny

USA Herald identified 11 publicly reported cases involving Black people found hanging between June 2025 and August 2026. Authorities classified…

By Michallie K Harrison

Reporters attend a Pentagon press briefing led by Pete Hegseth in June 2025.

America August 28, 2026

Stars and Stripes Staff Sue Pentagon Over Firings

WASHINGTON — A Stars and Stripes lawsuit filed Thursday asks a federal judge to stop the Pentagon from firing the…

By Michallie K Harrison

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