Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
What Happens Next After Lindsay Clancy's Murder Case Ended In a Mistrial
Legal experts explain the prosecution's options when a trial ends without resolution, including potential retry and double jeopardy considerations.
Maryland Sheriff Leads Lawsuit Challenging State's Sanctuary Law, Warns of Public Safety Risks
Sixteen sheriffs representing two-thirds of Maryland are asking a court to block the Community Trust Act, which limits cooperation between local jails and federal immigration authorities.
Deleted Posts Surface for William Lawrence, Democratic Nominee in Competitive Michigan House Race
The former Democratic Socialists of America member and Sunrise Movement co-founder has since distanced himself from many of the positions expressed in hundreds of deleted social media posts.
New Jersey School District Sued Over Policy Allowing Students to Change Names, Gender Identity Without Parental Notification
The lawsuit cites Supreme Court rulings in Mirabelli v. Bonta and Mahmoud v. Taylor as legal grounds for challenging the district's Policy 5756.
Justice Department Pardon Attorney Sues After Alleged Termination Over Mel Gibson Gun Rights Dispute
The lawsuit claims retaliation after an internal disagreement over whether to restore the actor's firearms rights following his pardon.
Interior Department Officially Renames Lake Ontario To 'Lake America,' Prompting Map Updates From Google, Apple
The change stems from the GNIS database update ordered by the Trump administration amid ongoing U.S.-Canada trade tensions over tariffs.
Trade War With Canada Prompts Lake Ontario Rename as Google Maps Updates Official US Names Database
The Trump administration ordered the Department of Interior to rename Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' in official government databases, prompting map services to update their platforms and sparking debate over tech companies' role in implementing federal policy.
ICE Confirms Haitian Wright State Student Who Died by Suicide Entered U.S. Legally in 2024
Immigration authorities say the student, whose death on I-70 drew national attention amid political debate over Haitian migration, passed background checks upon arrival.
Hochul Defends Hijab-Wearing After Trump's Reported Reaction, Says She Will Not Apologize
The New York governor's response comes amid heightened political discourse around religious expression and cultural visibility in public office.
Vance Jokes About Rubbing Elbows With Former President at Ground Zero: 'Intense Intellectual Conversations'
The vice president will join three former presidents and two former first ladies at the 25th anniversary commemoration of the September 11 attacks.