Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Bank of America Unveils $250B Initiative to Modernize US Infrastructure
The banking giant's Critical Infrastructure Finance Initiative will mobilize financing for data centers, semiconductor facilities, power generation and transportation through July 2027.
Peggy Flanagan Wins Minnesota Democratic Senate Primary, Setting up November Showdown With Michele Tafoya
Flanagan defeated Rep. Angie Craig in Tuesday's primary, but her role in the state's unemployment fraud scandal has emerged as a central issue in the general election race.
Tennessee Investigates Abuse Allegations at Privately Run Juvenile Facilities as State Oversight Questions Mount
Wayne Halfway House CEO Jason Crews faces scrutiny after reports that his facilities failed to report violent incidents involving detained youth to state authorities.
Wayne Halfway House Faces Investigation Over Unreported Juvenile Abuse at Tennessee Facilities
A June 2024 assault at Middle Tennessee Juvenile Detention Center was not reported to state officials as required by law, according to records reviewed by reporters.
Education Leaders Push for Mandatory Work Experience as Internship Economy Faces Scrutiny
A new proposal calls for embedding employer-designed internships into college curricula, drawing support from some Democrats while raising concerns from business groups about flexibility.
Tafoya Makes Common Sense Pitch to Disaffected Democrats as She Vows to Fight Minnesota's Socialist Lurch
The Republican Senate nominee, who easily won her primary, is positioning herself as an alternative for voters across the political spectrum in her race against Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.
Hasan Piker Says He Could Have Phrased 'America Deserved 9/11' Better
The left-wing Twitch commentator faced backlash for past comments made during a live stream about the September 11 attacks.
Medicaid Will Stop Paying for Some Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Minors
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued guidance restricting coverage for certain treatments under the federal health insurance program.
Spanberger's Rough Rural Reception Draws Hillary Clinton Parallels in Virginia
The Democratic governor was booed at the 90th Annual Old Fiddlers' Convention in Galax, with critics comparing her outreach attempt to Hillary Clinton's criticized 2016 'hot sauce' moment.
Healthcare Leaders Push Congress to Fund Nursing Workforce Programs as Shortage Persists
Chief Nursing Officer Patty Knecht is urging lawmakers to approve $346 million for Title VIII programs in the fiscal 2027 appropriations package.