Policy & Law — Archive
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Carnival Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Nearly 6M Cruise Travelers
The April cybersecurity incident, disclosed in May, affected names, addresses, dates of birth, and government-issued identification numbers for millions of customers.
Head of GOP Women's Caucus Calls $1.776 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund a 'Slush Fund'
The administration abandoned the fund hours after Cammack's criticism, following opposition from congressional Republicans and federal court rulings blocking payouts.
Southwest Reverses Part of Plus-Size Seating Policy, But Advocates Say Gap Remains
The airline now allows gate agents to provide free extra seats if available, but passengers without prepaid second tickets still risk being bumped.
Ebola Cases in Congo Near 300 as Recovered Medical Workers Share Stories of Survival
The outbreak has spread to 22 health zones across three eastern provinces, with WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus opening a new treatment center in Bunia.
NYPD, Mayor Clash Over Scale of World Cup Watch Parties as $92M Summer Security Costs Loom
With a $20 million budget gap and potential threats ranging from weaponized drones to vehicle ramming attacks, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch is pressing the City Council for flexibility during an unusually demanding summer.
Trump Administration's DC Beautification Efforts Framed as Beyond Politics, Lasting Public Good
Patrick Henry says infrastructure improvements including restored fountains, statues, and accessible parks represent a public benefit that will outlast the current administration.
Jill Biden Dismisses Democrats' Infighting Concerns, Says 'Things Are Going to Move Forward'
The former first lady's memoir tour has reopened discussions about the 2024 election loss and Joe Biden's debate performance.
Jill Biden Discusses New Memoir, 49-Year Marriage in TODAY Interview
The First Lady's book includes reflections on her relationship with President Joe Biden, including what she describes as a 'heated rivalry' over the years.
Thomas Rebukes Supreme Court for Vacating Murder Conviction, Says Justices Prioritize Wrong Cases
Justice Thomas wrote that the Court's 7-2 ruling in Gary Whitton's Florida death row case "corrects a foot fault" while refusing to hear cases affecting "law-abiding citizens."
Jill Biden Says She Supported Hunter Pardon Because DOJ Was 'Not Fair' — It Was Joe Biden's DOJ
In a CBS News interview, the former first lady said the Justice Department her husband oversaw failed to treat Hunter fairly.