Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Succession: Why Congress Has No Clear Plan When Lawmakers Cannot Serve
The Constitution grants Congress authority to expel members but provides no mechanism for removal due to health or extended absence, leaving voters without timely answers.
Paramount Will Delay Closing Warner Buyout for Months While Judge Considers States' Challenge
The $81 billion merger, which faces opposition from 12 state attorneys general, will not close before June 2027 at the earliest as courts weigh antitrust concerns.
DHS Accuses Federal Judge of Open Defiance After She Extends TPS Protections for South Sudan
Judge Patti Saris issued an administrative stay preserving protections while plaintiffs amend their lawsuit to pursue constitutional claims the Supreme Court left intact.
DNC Panel Picks South Carolina as First 2028 Primary State After Battle Over Key Voting Blocs
The Rules and Bylaws Committee voted to make the Palmetto State the leadoff contest on Jan. 22, 2028, beating Nevada in a debate over Black versus Latino voter outreach.
Joe Manchin Launches Independent Network to Elect Nonpartisan Candidates in Competitive Races
The former Democratic senator, who switched parties in 2024, says the effort is not a third party but a movement toward the political center.
Mamdani Posts About NYC Pied-à-Terre Tax on Second Homes Worth $5 Million+, Sparking Online Debate
The annual surcharge targeting luxury second properties is expected to generate approximately $500 million annually from affluent out-of-state property owners.
Musk on His Involvement in Politics: 'I Got Carried Away'
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO reflected on his 2024 political engagement in a new interview with The Economist, marking a notable shift from earlier statements.
ICE Detains Ecuadorian Woman at Denver Airport Over Visa Overstay
Chantal Alejandra Morales Rojas, 27, was taken into custody while boarding a Southwest Airlines flight; supporters raised more than $100,000 for her legal defense within two days.
Wisconsin Officials Open Investigation Into Fatal Police Shooting
State authorities announce formal review of incident as community members demand transparency; details remain limited as investigation is in early stages.
Study Finds Immigration Boosts State Economies — But Political Support Remains Divided
A new analysis shows rural, conservative-leaning states could see the largest economic gains from immigration reform, despite political opposition to increased migration.