Policy & Law — Archive
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New York Girds for a Weekend of Taylor Swift, Salutes and Soccer
The city is deploying 12-hour police shifts, anti-drone technology and cooling shelters as three major events converge over three days.
FBI Used Informant to Record Conversations Inside Newsom Administration, Lawyer Says
The development comes as federal prosecutors have already secured a guilty plea from the governor's former chief of staff in a $225,000 fraud case.
Brutal Heat Cancels Fourth of July Events From DC to Philadelphia
Extreme temperatures exceeding 100 degrees force officials across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic to shut down fireworks displays and parades for public safety.
Gov. Shapiro Discusses America at 250, July Fourth Heat Wave and Midterm Political Landscape
Pennsylvania's Democratic governor addressed the intersection of extreme weather events, national celebrations, and the political environment as candidates prepare for competitive midterm elections.
NASA Launches $30 Million Rescue Mission to Save Falling Swift Observatory
The telescope, threatened by solar storm activity that increased atmospheric drag, could resume cosmic observations by September if salvage succeeds.
Justice Department Urges States to Investigate Possible Gas Price Gouging
The DOJ and FTC are coordinating with state attorneys general as President Trump has publicly criticized oil companies for not lowering prices faster.
Hakeem Jeffries Reminds Radicals To Hide America-Hating Until After Election Day
Democratic leadership reportedly warns progressive candidates to moderate public messaging ahead of November contests.
Egyptian Coach Hossam Hassan Says No Issue Remains With Dallas Police After Hotel Incident Involving Brother
The altercation occurred when team manager Ibrahim Hassan attempted to access a restricted area at the Westin hotel without proper credentials, according to police.
Ohio Community Grapples With Discovery of 16 Siblings Living in Severe Isolation, Deplorable Conditions
Authorities say the children, ages 1.5 to 18, were confined to a small room with human waste throughout; four adults face child endangerment charges.
'Beautiful and Terrible': International Reactions to US 250th Anniversary Reveal Complex Global Views
As America marks its semiquincentennial, foreign leaders, analysts, and citizens offer mixed assessments of US democracy, power, and values.