Policy & Law — Archive
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DHS Shutdown Extends Past One Month as Democrats Push to Exclude ICE From Funding Deal
Senate Democrats have blocked multiple attempts to fund the Department of Homeland Security, demanding ICE reforms as a condition for passing a continuing resolution.
DHS Shutdown Harms Families' Access to Detention Facilities, Texas Democrat Says
Rep. Julie Johnson reports constituents cannot locate family members or secure medical treatments for those in immigration custody during the sixth week of partial government shutdown.
Netflix Documentary Examines Alpha-Male Influencer Culture and Its Appeal to Young Men
Louis Theroux's 'Inside the Manosphere' explores the online movement gaining traction among Gen Z, raising questions about authenticity and impact.
Thousands Evacuated as Hawaii Faces Worst Flooding in 20 Years
Second severe storm in a week causes an estimated $1 billion in damage, with 5,500 residents under evacuation orders north of Honolulu.
Weaponized Washington Never Sleeps
Conservatives accuse DOJ of overreach while Democrats defend federal enforcement as lawful oversight.
Eight Years After Islamic Militants Kidnapped Her From School, One Christian Girl Remains in Captivity
Leah Sharibu, kidnapped in February 2018 alongside 104 other girls in Nigeria, remains held because she refuses to convert from Christianity, according to persecution watchdog Open Doors.
Democratic Deer Hunter Rob Sand Courts Iowa Republicans With Hunting Credentials
Iowa's lone Democratic statewide official is betting his outdoor lifestyle can help flip the governor's mansion for the first time in 16 years.
Inside the Manosphere: Netflix Documentary Explores Rising Male Influencer Movement
Louis Theroux's new documentary examines the online "manosphere" attracting millions of young men, sparking debate over its impact on masculinity and relationships.
AI Propaganda and Polarization: More Reasons to Distrust the Media
AI-generated videos of strikes in Tel Aviv and altered photos of protesters illustrate how synthetic media is reshaping disinformation online.
Democrats Face Reckoning Over César Chávez Legacy Amid Abuse Allegations
The longtime labor icon's legacy is under scrutiny as newly surfaced allegations complicate decades of Democratic celebration