Policy & Law — Archive
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Five Years After Afghanistan Withdrawal, Afghan Nationals Face Shrinking Pathways to Stay in US
The Trump administration has accelerated deportations and curtailed refugee resettlement programs since returning to office, marking a stark shift from the evacuation efforts of 2021.
Dutch TikToker Who Recently Converted to Islam Livestreams Stabbing Three People in Amsterdam
The attacker was arrested by Dutch police following the incident, which occurred near a busy tourist area and was broadcast live on social media.
NASA Launches Powerful New Space Telescope to Explore Mysteries of the Universe
The advanced observatory, years in development, is designed to observe distant galaxies and search for signs of habitable exoplanets.
Clyburn Calls for Expanding Supreme Court, Says '13 Is a Pretty Good Number'
The South Carolina Democrat voiced support for increasing the court's justices from 9 to 13 during a Sunday television appearance.
Homan Pushes Back on Alleged ICE Arrests of Parents at Connecticut Bus Stops
White House border czar says no documented incidents in last two years of parents arrested near schools or bus stops, challenging Democratic senator's claims.
College Sports Kicks Off Season Amid Ongoing Court Battles over Athlete Eligibility
Legal disputes over name, image and likeness rights, revenue sharing and scholarship rules are shaping the landscape for universities and student athletes alike.
US-Venezuela Oil Deal Sparks Debate Over Strategy, Soldier Safety and Energy Independence
President Trump announced acquisition of majority control over 65 million barrels of Venezuelan oil, drawing criticism from Senate Democrats who say the deal prioritizes private profits while GOP Senator Bernie Moreno argues it strengthens American energy security.
Workers Describe Survival After Flooding at Nepal Hydroelectric Tunnel Construction Site
At least 11 workers are confirmed dead and dozens remain missing after floodwaters surged through an under-construction hydroelectric tunnel in northern Nepal, officials said Saturday.
Venezuelan Interim President Details US Oil Agreement as Production Targets Emerge
The 25-year bilateral project would develop 17 strategic oilfields with a production goal exceeding 1.5 million barrels per day.
Dems Make Peace With Becoming a Little Radical
Some Democratic strategists argue the party must embrace bolder progressive policies to energize voters, while others warn that ideological shifts could alienate moderates heading into future elections.