Policy & Law — Archive
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Rubio Targets Nicaraguan Official Over Alleged Torture Tied to 'Brutal' Ortega Regime
Secretary of State designates Vice Minister of the Interior under Section 7031(c), barring entry to U.S. over alleged human rights violations.
Servers and Bartenders See Bigger Tax Refunds This Year, But Many Don't Know Why
Average refund hit $3,274 in 2025, up 11% from prior year; hospitality workers unaware of 'No Tax on Tips' policy credited by Trump.
Trump Teases Upcoming Release of UFO Documents at Turning Point USA Event
President says he directed Defense Secretary Hegseth to begin releasing government files on unexplained aerial phenomena, with first releases coming soon.
Virginians Will Decide if State Redraws Congressional Map
A victory for redistricting reformers would give Democrats potential control of 10 of Virginia's 11 congressional seats.
Summer Remains Deadliest Season for Teen Drivers With 635 Deaths in 2024
Texas led the nation with 68 teen summer fatalities, followed by California at 49 and Florida at 34, according to crash data analysis.
Ilhan Omar's Office Says She's Not a Millionaire After $30M Filing Revised to Under $100K
Congresswoman's amended disclosure shows assets between $18,004 and $95,000 after Office of Congressional Conduct requested additional information.
New Book Details Kagan's Outburst at Breyer After Dobbs Leak, Calling It a Security Threat
The forthcoming book by Mollie Hemingway describes the liberal justices' internal clash over dissent timing following the unprecedented May 2022 leak.
EU Moves to Abolish National Veto Power After Hungary's Orban Loses Election
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen calls for qualified majority voting to replace unanimous consent, bypassing remaining national objections to EU policy.
Man Who Attempted Grocery Theft Sues Albertsons Employee Who Stopped Him
Joshua Merkel is seeking $10,000 in damages in Multnomah County court after a confrontation that left him with a fractured jaw; the employee who stopped him was acquitted of criminal assault charges.
Acting ICE Chief Todd Lyons to Exit Agency on May 31, DHS Secretary Confirms
Lyons leaves after nearly two decades at ICE amid ongoing controversy over enforcement operations and a months-long DHS funding lapse.