Policy & Law — Archive
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Vice President JD Vance Discusses Book, Vatican Diplomacy With Bishop Robert Barron
In an exclusive interview, Vance criticized Vatican officials for avoiding substantive policy discussions and reflected on his transformation from Yale Law student to Catholic convert.
ICE Resumes Nationwide Traffic Stops Under New Policy Requiring Body Cameras
The policy limits stops to officers with camera access, a rollout that is expected to take about two more months across all ICE field offices.
Latino-American Politicians at NALEO Conference Favor Other Teams Over Argentina
Elected officials cite historical policies, recent media incidents, and player demographics as reasons for withholding support during World Cup semifinals.
Millionaire's Tax Repeal Qualifies for Washington State Ballot
Washington voters will decide in November whether to undo the state's newly enacted 7% tax on households earning more than $1 million annually.
Arkansas Private School Receiving State Voucher Funds Under Investigation After Video Shows Operator Encouraging Students To Assault a Classmate
The Delta Institute for the Developing Brain enrolled students with disabilities and received public money through Arkansas's Education Freedom Account program as its operator faced criminal charges.
Democrats Criticized for Comparing Hegseth's Testosterone Initiative to Gender-Affirming Care
The Pentagon program screens service members over 30 for testosterone deficiency and offers optional treatment, sparking partisan debate.
Bessent Invokes Assassination Attempt 2 Hours After Being Sworn In at Political Terrorism Summit
The Treasury secretary cited the Ryan Michael English case as evidence of violent left-wing extremism during a State Department gathering with representatives from roughly 65 countries.
Sen. John Fetterman Says He Will Leave Democratic Party if It Becomes 'Anti-Israel'
The Pennsylvania Democrat set the condition as party leadership debates its stance on Israel amid ongoing war in Gaza.
Massie Says Democratic Support for Cutting Off Aid to Israel Is a Sign of Shifting Perceptions
The Kentucky Republican was the only member of his party to support an amendment that would have ended U.S. aid to Israel, drawing attention to bipartisan divisions on foreign assistance.
More Than 800 Canadian Wildfires Burning as Air Quality Alerts Extend to US
Smoke from fires burning across multiple provinces has triggered air quality warnings in at least a dozen US states, with officials urging vulnerable populations to limit outdoor activities.