Carter Schaffer

Carter Schaffer

Carter Schaffer is a writer/reporter in Manhattan, Kansas. Alongside his internship at The Well News, he serves as the editor-in-chief for Kansas State’s newspaper publication, the Collegian. For the Collegian, he covers a wide variety of subjects, from straight news to reviews to sports recaps. You can reach him on Twitter and through his website.


Recent Work

July 20, 2023
by Carter Schaffer
Bipartisan Act Would Ensure National College Athlete Protections

WASHINGTON — The College Athletes Protection and Compensation Act discussion draft released on Thursday would establish national name, image and... Read More

WASHINGTON — The College Athletes Protection and Compensation Act discussion draft released on Thursday would establish national name, image and likeness standards, cover athletic injury expenses and increase transparency in college athletics. The three U.S. senators behind the act — Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., Jerry Moran, R-Kan.,... Read More

July 18, 2023
by Carter Schaffer
Hutchinson Calls for Federal Law Enforcement Reform in Hunt for 2024 Nomination

WASHINGTON — Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, who is running for the Republican nomination for president, revealed the first plank... Read More

WASHINGTON — Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, who is running for the Republican nomination for president, revealed the first plank of his platform at the National Press Club on Monday afternoon — federal law enforcement reform. During an hourlong talk in the NPC’s main ballroom, Hutchinson... Read More

July 17, 2023
by Carter Schaffer
Major League Soccer’s All-Star Week Coming to Washington

WASHINGTON — The annual Major League Soccer All-Star game is coming to Audi Field in Southwest D.C. on Wednesday, July... Read More

WASHINGTON — The annual Major League Soccer All-Star game is coming to Audi Field in Southwest D.C. on Wednesday, July 19, with a team of the league’s best taking on Arsenal F.C. of the English Premier League. As part of the festivities, First Lady Dr. Jill... Read More

July 12, 2023
by Carter Schaffer
PGA-LIV Golf Partnership Questioned in Senate Committee

WASHINGTON — A congressional subcommittee on Tuesday spent hours scrutinizing a $1 billion proposal to create a new golf competition... Read More

WASHINGTON — A congressional subcommittee on Tuesday spent hours scrutinizing a $1 billion proposal to create a new golf competition controlled by the PGA Tour, a business plan that inspired controversy due to the involvement of Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund. The Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations... Read More

June 29, 2023
by Carter Schaffer
Writers Guild Strike Hits DC With Protests at Marvel Movie Location

WASHINGTON — Members of the Writers Guild of America and their allies used the filming of a new Marvel franchise... Read More

WASHINGTON — Members of the Writers Guild of America and their allies used the filming of a new Marvel franchise feature near the White House as a platform for airing their grievances and marking the start of the eighth week of their prolonged strike. Gathered at... Read More

June 26, 2023
by Carter Schaffer
DOJ Files First-Ever Charges Against Chinese Fentanyl Manufacturers

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department filed criminal charges Friday against four Chinese companies and eight individuals alleging they illegally trafficked... Read More

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department filed criminal charges Friday against four Chinese companies and eight individuals alleging they illegally trafficked in raw materials used to make fentanyl. The indictments mark the first time the United States has sought to prosecute any of the Chinese companies responsible... Read More

June 22, 2023
by Carter Schaffer
Ohio House Passes Two Bills Regarding Transgender Youth

WASHINGTON — The Ohio House of Representatives passed two bills on Wednesday regarding transgender youth, including one barring transgender women... Read More

WASHINGTON — The Ohio House of Representatives passed two bills on Wednesday regarding transgender youth, including one barring transgender women from competing in female athletic events. House Bill 68, known as the Enact Ohio Saving Adolescents from Experimentation Act, and House Bill 8, known as the... Read More

June 15, 2023
by Carter Schaffer
Republicans Win Third Straight Congressional Baseball Game for Charity

WASHINGTON — Democrats and Republicans set their differences aside Wednesday night to enjoy a game of America’s pastime. The 88th... Read More

WASHINGTON — Democrats and Republicans set their differences aside Wednesday night to enjoy a game of America’s pastime. The 88th Congressional Baseball Game, won by the Republicans 16-6 in their third straight victory, raised over $1.8 million for various charities. Charities include the Boys and Girls... Read More

June 15, 2023
by Carter Schaffer
FDA Releases Draft Guidance for Tattoo Ink Safety

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Monday released draft recommendations for tattoo ink manufacturers and distributors aimed at... Read More

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration on Monday released draft recommendations for tattoo ink manufacturers and distributors aimed at reducing the potential harm caused by microbial contamination. The guidance includes examples of unsanitary manufacturing and distributing conditions and provides recommendations on how to ensure ink... Read More

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by Dan McCue
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WASHINGTON — Just weeks after the Biden administration rolled out its national strategy for incorporating hydrogen into the nation’s clean... Read More

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NEW CUYAMA, Calif. (AP) — In the hills of a dry, remote patch of California farm country, Lee Harrington carefully monitors the drips moistening his pistachio trees to ensure they’re not wasting any of the groundwater at the heart of... Read More

Southern Republicans Look to Nationalize 2023 Governors' Races by Invoking Biden

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — President Joe Biden's name won't appear on the ballot anywhere in 2023, but you wouldn't know... Read More

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California Governor Names Former Kamala Harris Adviser to Feinstein Senate Seat

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom has selected Laphonza Butler, a Democratic strategist and adviser to Kamala Harris’... Read More

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by Jacquelyn Burrer
GOP Political Leaders Offer Opinions on Trump Candidacy

AUSTIN, Texas — On the heels of a New York Times op-ed that stirred controversy within his own party, Republican... Read More

AUSTIN, Texas — On the heels of a New York Times op-ed that stirred controversy within his own party, Republican New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu amplified his thoughts on the 2024 presidential election and the future of the GOP during... Read More

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