American democracy has overcome big stress tests since the 2020 election. More challenges are ahead

Over the past three years, the world's oldest democracy has been tested in ways not seen in decades.

QB Sanders cited twice this month for speeding
Shedeur Sanders, who was stopped for an alleged speeding violation Tuesday, also was cited for speeding earlier this month, according to court...
NYC Duane Reade security guard stabbed while trying to stop shoplifter from stealing soda
A security guard at a Duane Reade in Midtown Manhattan was stabbed by a shoplifter who was trying to steal a can of soda on Thursday, according to...
Real estate agent who appeared on Netflix’s ‘Million Dollar Beach House’ killed in Hamptons hit-and-run
Police found Sara Burack’s unconscious body on the road after receiving a 911 call at 2:45 p.m. Thursday afternoon, police said, according to Newsday.
Trump can keep control of National Guard troops deployed to Los Angeles, appeals court rules
The decision halts a ruling from a lower court judge who found Trump acted illegally when he activated the soldiers over opposition from California...
ChatGPT is getting smarter, but excessive use could destroy our brains, study warns
Is it an artificial lack of intelligence?
Oregon lands No. 1-rated safety, nephew of Kobe
Four-star prospect Jett Washington, ESPN's No. 1 safety in the 2026 class, announced his commitment to Oregon over Alabama and USC on Thursday night.