New Travel Ban Quietly Freezes International Adoptions—And Leaves Children in the Crossfire
The January 1, 2026, presidential order suspends international adoptions from 39 "high-risk" countries, affecting families amid rising political tensions. Critics argue the policy unfairly targets African and Muslim-majority nations while hindering…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 5, 2025
Investigative journalist Michael Phillips is questioning the Los Angeles Superior Court about a discrepancy in the public docket for People v. Giselle Farias Smiel. The record displayed a Not Guilty plea for November 19, 2025, despite no plea being…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 21, 2025
The San Diego Sheriff's Office's handling of a May 1, 2025 alleged child-abduction incident involving Giselle Smiel raises concerns. Despite the later filing of felony charges, deputies did not treat the situation as a kidnapping. This has led to…
Broken Promises — After the Uniform, After the Family
The post reveals the systemic failures in tracking and supporting military parents post-service, particularly those affected by the Family Advocacy Program. Thousands navigate bureaucratic voids after separation, with lacking accountability and data…
Collateral Damage — Suicide, Stigma, and the Military Parent Crisis
The article discusses the alarming rate of suicides among U.S. service members and veterans, emphasizing the impact of family separation and administrative issues as significant contributors. It reveals systemic failures, including lack of data…
Md. ID law is a good step (Published in The Washington Post, Oct. 15, 2025)
Maryland's "Eric's Law," allowing non-apparent disabilities to be marked on driver's licenses, is a positive step for disability rights, promoting understanding in law enforcement. However, deeper reforms in the court system are required, including…