Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Pentagon List Overhaul Puts Mormon Church's Christian Identity Back in Spotlight
The Defense Department removed the LDS faith from its Christian category, then extended that change to Catholic, Lutheran and Pentecostal traditions as well, sparking debate over government religious classification.
Cornyn Predicts Post-Midterms Will Be 'Most Miserable Two Years' of Trump's Life
The Texas Republican senator, who lost his primary to Trump-backed Ken Paxton, said the president's insistence on loyalty is hurting the party.
Congressional Ban on Taxpayer Funding for Planned Parenthood Set to Lapse Amid Investigation Demand
Sen. Josh Hawley is calling for a federal investigation into $1.5 billion in Medicaid and Medicare funding the organization received, alleging some funds supported transgender procedures for minors.
Planned Parenthood Affiliate Sues Alaska Over Telehealth Abortion Ban
The lawsuit argues the state's in-person requirement for medication abortion violates Alaskans' constitutional right to privacy, potentially requiring patients to travel hundreds of miles for care.
Mamdani Stands by Fellow Socialist Candidate Despite Resurfaced Far-Left, Anti-American Posts
Avila Chevalier is challenging five-term incumbent Rep. Adriano Espaillat in New York's 13th congressional district with Mamdani's backing.
State Department Uncovers Birth Tourism Networks at U.S. Embassies
Embassies in West Africa, Europe, and North Africa identified evidence of fraudulent documentation schemes targeting birth tourism to the United States.
Cody James Maluck Indicted in Federal Court for Alleged Contact With Delta Flight Attendant
The 32-year-old from Fort Lauderdale-LA flight faces up to 20 years in federal prison if convicted of interfering with flight crew under federal aviation law.
Biden's Mexico Ambassador Says He Almost Ran for President in 2024 Over Border Frustration
Ken Salazar details his frustrations with the administration's border policy in a new book, positioning himself as an immigration advisor for potential 2028 Democratic candidates.
Judge Acquits Democratic Congressional Candidate Lander of Misdemeanor Charges from Immigration Court Protest
The acquittal marks the second time charges were not pursued against Lander following arrests at immigration-related demonstrations in New York.
Brad Lander Found Not Guilty of Misdemeanor Charges Related to NYC Immigration Facility Incident
The former New York City comptroller was acquitted after a bench trial stemming from his arrest during an attempted inspection of immigrant detention conditions at 26 Federal Plaza in September.