Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Sen. Bernie Sanders Says Congress Has Gotten a Wake-Up Call on AI Risks
The independent senator from Vermont argues that recent developments in artificial intelligence require immediate legislative action to protect workers and consumers.
FBI Director Kash Patel to Report Largest Year-to-Year Violent Crime Drop in US History
Patel's testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee highlights a 20% decline in murder rates and the capture of 10 top fugitives, while critics question data attribution.
Lawmakers Debate AI Regulation as Tech Giants Expand Capabilities
Congress weighs balancing innovation incentives against risks of algorithmic bias and labor displacement in the 2026 legislative session.
Chinese Executive Linked to 100+ Children via U.S. Surrogates Sparks Citizenship Debate
Leaked documents and CBS reporting identify Xu Bo as the father of over 100 U.S.-born children, prompting legislative moves in Florida and renewed scrutiny of the 14th Amendment.
Texas Republicans Criticize Bo French’s Post on Diverse Crowd as ‘Profoundly Unhelpful’
The GOP nominee for Railroad Commissioner faces backlash ahead of key statewide races, with critics citing risks to Hispanic voter support.
Newsom Says He Won't Run for President in 2028 if Harris Enters Race
The California governor told CNN his candidacy would benefit Republicans by forcing Democratic allies to choose sides.
Hochul Advises Local Governments to Use Zoning Laws to Block ICE Expansion
Governor’s office cites state environmental and zoning statutes as tools to halt federal detention facility projects in New York.
Op-Ed Argues Fetterman’s Legislative Record Reflects Predictable Instability
A recent opinion piece characterizes Senator John Fetterman’s political behavior as consistent chaos, prompting debate over his role in the Democratic caucus.
US Administration Removes Limits on Emissions From Coal and Gas Power Plants
The EPA rescinds Obama-era regulations that targeted carbon output from existing power plants, aiming to reduce energy costs but drawing sharp environmental criticism.
New Election Center Tool Aggregates Ballot Data and Candidate Ratings
The platform, developed by PILLARS and AllSides, provides users with nonpartisan access to voting records, ballot measure text, and cross-spectrum candidate evaluations.