Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Dozens of Americans Among Those Missing After Catastrophic Nepal Flooding
Flash flood on the Bhotekoshi River has killed hundreds and left thousands unaccounted for across Nepal and Tibet, with U.S. citizens confirmed among the missing.
Army Spending $2.2 Billion to Build Nuclear Microreactors at Five Bases
The five-year Janus program aims to deploy small modular reactors capable of producing 1-20 megawatts of thermal energy to enhance energy resilience at military installations.
What a Roundtable on the American Dream Tells Us About Success Today
Participants at an AllSides-Newsweek event cited rising housing costs, education expenses, and technological change as key barriers to achieving economic security.
Fairfax County Commonwealth's Attorney Faces Recall Effort Over Handling of Murder Suspect With 30+ Prior Arrests
Cheryl Minter, mother of stabbing victim Stephanie Minter, has gathered more than 12,000 signatures in her bid to remove Steve Descano from office.
Rhode Island Governor Trails Challenger in New Democratic Primary Poll
Former CVS Health Official Helena Foulkes Holds 15-Point Lead Over Incumbent Gov. Dan McKee, According to Emerson College Polling Survey.
Jury Begins Deliberations in Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial After Closing Arguments on Postpartum Psychosis Defense
The former Massachusetts nurse has pleaded not guilty by reason of lack of criminal responsibility, arguing she suffered from postpartum psychosis when she killed her three children in 2023.
Bipartisan Lawmakers Turn up Pressure on Serbian President as Elections Loom
Reps. Wilson and Keating introduced legislation Thursday calling for sanctions and visa bans if Serbia fails to address anti-corruption demands.
DNC Isn't Broken, Its Recent Meeting Was Success, Supporters Say
The committee points to organizational gains and electoral preparations as evidence of effective leadership heading into the midterms.
Key Moments From Lindsay Clancy's Five-Week Trial Over Children's Killings
A Massachusetts mother faced murder charges in a high-profile case that drew national attention to issues of maternal mental health and child welfare.
The End of the Mass Incarceration Myth
New data challenges long-held assumptions about U.S. incarceration rates, prompting debate over criminal justice reform progress.