Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Experimental Drug Retatrutide Shows 70-Pound Average Weight Loss in Eli Lilly Trial, Raising Policy Questions
The triple-receptor injectable could reshape obesity treatment if approved, but FDA clearance remains years away and side effects are significant.
Kyle Busch Dies at 41 After Severe Pneumonia Led to Sepsis, Family Says
The two-time NASCAR champion passed out in a racing simulator Wednesday before being hospitalized; medical experts note sepsis kills roughly 270,000 Americans annually.
RFK Jr. Announces $46.6M Medicaid Fraud Indictment, Calls It Largest Autism Fraud Bust in U.S. History
DOJ indicted two Minnesota defendants for allegedly billing Medicaid for services not rendered at autism therapy centers, with $21.6M paid out of $46.6M claimed.
DOJ Defends Deleting Jan. 6-Related Press Releases From Website, Says It Is Proud to Reverse Biden-Era Actions
The department confirmed the removal of historical records tied to Capitol attack prosecutions on social media, calling them partisan propaganda.
Congress Weighs Legislation to Halt Climate Liability Lawsuits Against Fossil Fuel Companies
Rep. Hageman's bill would invalidate pending cases seeking retroactive damages from energy producers for decades of emissions.
Explosion at New York City Shipyard Kills 1 and Injures 36, Officials Say
Most of the injured were firefighters and other first responders; a fire marshal remains in critical condition with a fractured skull.
Hegseth Torches Identity Politics in West Point Speech: 'Can't Throw Your Pronouns at the Enemy'
The defense secretary told graduating cadets that merit and combat readiness, not diversity initiatives, should define military success.
Sanders-Backed Maine Governor Hopeful's Past Pro-Life Votes Clash With Current Abortion Stance
Troy Jackson received a perfect 100% rating from Maine Right to Life during his time in the state legislature, according to records.
State Department Passport Revocations for Child Support Debt Draw Criticism From Both Sides
Policy experts argue the enforcement mechanism, targeting those owing $2,500 or more, may trap fathers in poverty rather than increase child support payments.
Barney Frank's Consistent Message: Moderate or Die
The former Massachusetts congressman has long argued that his party's drift from pragmatism poses electoral risks, a warning he repeated as he approached the end of his life.