Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
U.S. Lawmakers Demand Reforms to Immigration Officers' Use of Tear Gas and Pepper Spray
Three Democratic senators cite a ProPublica investigation finding at least 79 children were harmed by chemical agents during recent immigration enforcement operations.
James Comey's Seashell Photo Trial Set for October
Judge sets Oct. 21 date after defense requested more time to prepare motions challenging the case as selective prosecution.
Young Pro Golfer Blades Brown Bypasses College, Sparks Debate Over Youth Athletic Pathways
The 19-year-old from Tennessee has earned $751,728 in seven PGA Tour starts, drawing attention to the growing trend of teenage athletes skipping higher education for professional careers.
Former Rep. Colin Allred Defeats Incumbent Julie Johnson in Texas Democratic Primary Runoff
Allred, who served three House terms before losing a Senate bid to Ted Cruz, returns to Congress after ousting his successor from the deep-blue 33rd District.
Democrat Maureen Galindo Loses Primary Runoff After Controversial Comments About Jailing Zionists
The South Texas sex therapist was defeated by Bexar County Sheriff's Office official Johnny Garcia in the newly redrawn 35th District.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Unveils $22 Billion Housing Plan Targeting 400,000 Affordable Units Over Decade
The proposal includes a $40 per-hour minimum wage for construction workers and would represent the largest municipal housing investment in recent history.
Mamdani Faces Dual Protests as Moderate Muslims, Hardline Activists Criticize NYC Mayor
New York City's first Muslim mayor is under pressure from both sides — accused of Islamist extremism by moderate Muslim groups and insufficient Palestinian support by hardline activists.
Massachusetts Certifies First Statewide Ride-Hailing Union for Uber, Lyft Drivers
The App Drivers Union will represent nearly 70,000 drivers after state voters approved a 2024 ballot measure creating a first-in-the-nation framework for gig worker collective bargaining.
Multiple People Killed, Others Missing After Chemical Explosion at Washington Paper Mill
Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview evacuated as investigators determine extent of casualties from white liquor tank rupture.
Massie Files for 2028 But Unsure About Which Office to Seek
The Kentucky Republican, fresh off a primary loss to Trump-backed Ed Gallrein, leaves the door open for a presidential bid.