Policy & Law — Archive
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Federal Regulators Approve Amazon's Zoox Robotaxis to Operate Without Steering Wheels
The NHTSA decision marks a milestone for autonomous vehicles, with companies allowed to deploy up to 2,500 steering-wheel-free cars over two years while proposing future rules on brake pedals.
Trump, Miller Use Spain's Ceuta Migrant Crisis as Warning for U.S. Elections
Administration officials point to 60,000 migrants entering the Spanish autonomous city as example of what could happen under Democratic governance.
Scientists Calculate Human-Caused Climate Change Made Spanish, French Wildfires Much More Likely
Two peer-reviewed studies found climate change increased fire risk 20-fold in Spain and doubled it in France, with extreme fire weather days in Southern Europe doubling over decades.
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt Has Thoughts About Toning Down Political Fights
The Republican governor is calling for reduced partisan conflict in a political climate marked by deep divisions.
Missouri Proposal Would Create Nation's Toughest Standard For Citizen-Led Constitutional Amendments
The measure would require a two-thirds legislative supermajority before voters could decide on any citizen-initiated constitutional change.
Doctor Warns Against 'Cyclospora Skinny' Weight Loss Trend
Medical experts caution against dangerous practice of intentionally ingesting parasite for weight loss purposes.
Leaked Messages Reveal WPATH Discussed Helping Female Inmates Overcome Transphobia to Share Prisons With Men
The messages, obtained through a public records request from Washington State Department of Corrections, show discussions about integrating transgender women into women's facilities.
Newt Gingrich Outlines Four-Point Strategy Republicans Could Use to Avoid Midterm Losses in 2026
The former House speaker argues the party can frame elections around affordability, healthcare costs, and patriotic messaging to counter historical midterm trends.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel Will Skip Democratic Party Convention Over Safety Concerns
The decision highlights rising tensions within the Michigan Democratic Party over Israel and antisemitism ahead of a closely watched Senate primary.
Democrats Show Divisions on Israel Policy Ahead of Competitive 2026 Midterm Elections
The party's traditionally strong support for Israel faces pressure from progressive members pushing for conditions on military aid as several swing districts remain in play.