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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.

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America August 27, 2026

Canada Rejects Trump’s ‘Lake America’ Renaming

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed an order Thursday renaming Lake Ontario as “Lake America” for U.S. federal use. Canada,…

By Michallie K Harrison

The USNS Carson City arrives at Naval Station Newport in September 2016.

America August 27, 2026

Shocking Ruling Denies Navy Rape Lawsuit a Trial

NEWARK, N.J. — A civilian Navy engineer who says her ship’s captain raped her in bed will not get a…

By Michallie K Harrison

Dolly Parton performs onstage with her guitar at Wolf Trap in 2011.

Breaking News August 25, 2026

Dolly Parton Dies at 80 After Legendary Career

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Dolly Parton, the singer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur and philanthropist who rose from poverty in the Tennessee mountains…

By Michallie K Harrison

Empty Miss North Carolina USA chair with the titleholder’s sash and crown set aside.

America August 25, 2026

Brittany Boltinhouse Sues Miss USA for Defamation

KENANSVILLE, N.C. — Brittany Boltinhouse, the dethroned 2026 Miss North Carolina USA, has sued Miss USA and several pageant officials…

By Michallie K Harrison

Alex Jones speaks at The People’s Convention in Detroit in June 2024.

High Profile Court Cases August 21, 2026

Alex Jones’ $45M Punitive Award Cut to $1.5M

AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Third Court of Appeals cut Alex Jones’ $45.2 million punitive award to $1.5 million Friday.…

By Michallie K Harrison

Five people arrested in the Pawleys Island Community Church investigation.

High Profile Court Cases August 21, 2026

Pawleys Island School Closes After Sex-Offender Case

PAWLEYS ISLAND, S.C. — Pawleys Island Christian Academy has closed after 25 years as a criminal investigation into how a…

By Michallie K Harrison

Collin County Courthouse where Karmelo Anthony’s new-trial hearing was held.

High Profile Court Cases August 20, 2026

Austin Metcalf’s Racist History Kept From Jury

MCKINNEY, Texas — Jurors who rejected Karmelo Anthony’s self-defense claim never heard evidence about Austin Metcalf’s racist history, including graffiti…

By Michallie K Harrison

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday speaks beside a board displaying details about the alleged Penn State cocaine ring.

America August 18, 2026

Penn State Cocaine Ring Used Pledges, AG Says

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Fourteen people face charges in an alleged Penn State cocaine ring tied to two off-campus fraternity houses.…

By Michallie K Harrison

Hakeem Jeffries stands between health care workers and ICE officers beneath a Medicare for All question

America August 17, 2026

Hakeem Jeffries Sidesteps Medicare for All

WASHINGTON — House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries declined Sunday to say if he still supports Medicare for All. The answer…

By Michallie K Harrison

Joshua Kushner pictured beside the Los Angeles Lakers logo in an editorial illustration

America August 14, 2026

White House Denies Role in Josh Kushner’s Lakers Deal

LOS ANGELES — The White House is denying any role in the Josh Kushner Lakers deal. The record $12.5 billion…

By Michallie K Harrison

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