Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Seton Hall Program Gives National Security Students 5-Year Head Start Amid Evolving Threats
The National Security Graduate Fellowship reports an 80% placement rate with government agencies by having students conduct real-time research for agencies like the CIA and NSA.
Residents Near Louisiana SpaceX Site Express Concerns Over Launch Frequency and Deal Terms
Local communities question environmental impact and transparency as SpaceX plans thousands of annual launches from the Cameron Parish facility.
Reporter Details High-Stakes Diplomacy and Tensions at 2026 UN General Assembly
Coverage of the annual gathering highlights renewed friction over global security, trade disputes, and the role of multilateral institutions in a fragmented world.
FBI Director Patel Says Agency Used AI to Stop School Shootings
Director Kash Patel reported a 605 percent increase in AI utilization since taking office, citing interventions in six potential school shooting incidents.
Rep. Boebert Denies Ethics Complaint Alleging Sexual Relationships With Three Aides
The filing by American Muckrakers cites House rules barring sexual relationships with supervised staff and alleges a $200,000 payment to a former district director.
Lawmakers See Waste in DOGE’s $7 Billion Buyout Costs
GAO report estimates $6.7 billion spent on administrative leave as part of Department of Government Efficiency initiatives.
Russian Election Observer Loses Consciousness During Arrest, Opposition Says
Yabloko party reports incident in St. Petersburg as police use force against observer accused of disrupting voting.
Saudi Arabia Confirms Houthi Attempt to Strike Capital With Ballistic Missile
The Saudi-led coalition reported intercepting a missile aimed at Riyadh, marking the first direct targeting of the capital since recent escalations.
Dearborn Defends Holiday Spending Amid Lawsuit Alleging Favoritism Toward Muslim Holidays
Federal lawsuit claims city spent $6,500 on Ramadan displays while ignoring Christian and Jewish holidays; city cites commitment to equity.
Centcom Admiral Reports Over 1 Billion Crude Oil Barrels Transited Strait of Hormuz
Admiral Brad Cooper stated U.S. forces supported over 2,000 commercial ship transits amid ongoing strikes with Iran.