Policy & Law — Archive
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AOC Returns to Sunday Shows After 2 Years, Discusses Political Future on ABC
The New York Democrat addressed speculation about a potential presidential bid and reflected on the current state of Democratic politics ahead of midterm elections.
Online Birth Control Backlash Sparks Policy Debate as Researchers Examine Abortion Rate Trends
Social media skepticism toward contraceptives coincides with rising abortion numbers in some states, raising questions about access and misinformation.
America's Third Red Scare: Political Figures Debate Revival of Anti-Communist Rhetoric
Critics argue modern foreign policy tensions are being framed through Cold War-era language, while supporters say comparisons to historical eras miss key differences.
Climate Change May Be Making Communities Lonelier as Extreme Weather Disrupts Social Connections
Researchers say heat waves, floods and power outages are eroding the everyday interactions that help people feel connected, with vulnerable populations most at risk.
RNC Chair Says Talarico's GOP Crossover Hopes Are a 'Pipe Dream' — 'Nobody Is Going to Follow Him'
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico faces skepticism from Republicans who question the authenticity of his bipartisan outreach efforts ahead of November.
Vice President Vance Says Migrant Communities Show 'Clear Pattern' in Federal Fraud as Investigations Widen
The Trump administration's fraud task force, led by the vice president, says it has uncovered roughly $230 billion in fraudulent claims and halted $55 billion in payments.
Former Jill Biden Press Secretary Breaks With Party To Oppose Abdul El-Sayed In Michigan Senate Race
Michael LaRosa cited the Democratic candidate's refusal to distance himself from streamer Hasan Piker, who made remarks about the September 11 attacks.
AOC Declines to Endorse Hong in Wisconsin Governor's Race, Cites Focus on Congressional Recapture
The New York Democrat says her priority is winning back the House and Senate rather than weighing in on state-level primaries.
Ocasio-Cortez Says New Age Progressives 'Answer to No Master'
The New York congresswoman voiced support for insurgent progressive candidates within the Democratic Party during a recent appearance.
Supreme Court Rulings Create Dual Standards for Agency Accountability
One decision affirmed presidential authority over independent agencies while another protected Federal Reserve autonomy, raising questions about consistency in democratic oversight.