Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Commentators Renew Calls for Honest Dialogue on Political Violence as Polarization Persists
Op-ed piece argues both sides must acknowledge politically-motivated incidents, prompting debate over framing and accountability.
James Comey Indicted Over '86' Instagram Post; Restaurant Workers Say Term Is Common Industry Slang
The former FBI director faces two counts of threatening the president's life, but hospitality workers argue the term has decades of benign use in food service.
Inmates Have Died in Armor Health Companies' Care as Jails Continue Contracting With Them
A ProPublica investigation found the company has settled more than 56 medical negligence lawsuits while continuing to win Florida jail contracts.
Justice Department Moves to Roll Back More Than 30 Gun Regulations Under New ATF Leadership
The changes include repeal of a Biden-era rule on background checks at gun shows, and come days after authorities say a man tried to breach the WHCA dinner with weapons.
California Adopts New AV Regulations Expanding Safety Oversight for Driverless Vehicles
New rules require 500,000 miles of testing for heavy-duty autonomous vehicles and mandate 30-second response times to first responder calls.
New Orleans Sheriff Hutson Indicted on 30 Counts Following Investigation into Jailbreak of 10 Inmates
The Orleans Parish sheriff faces felony charges including malfeasance and obstruction of justice; she leaves office Monday after losing reelection.
Trump and Powell's Clashes: 'Numbskull, Moron and Too Stupid' Remarks Mark Tenure End
As Jerome Powell prepares to step down as Federal Reserve chair, a look back at the contentious relationship between Trump and the Fed leader highlights ongoing debates over central bank independence.
United Flight Reports Possible Drone Strike Near San Diego, Lands Safely
FAA investigates the incident involving a Boeing 737 with 48 passengers and six crew members; no injuries reported.
GOP Lawmakers Seek to Defund South Carolina State University After Canceling Republican Lt. Gov.'s Commencement Speech
The effort comes as South Carolina's only public HBCU faces a funding battle following its decision to rescind an invitation to Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette after student protests.
The Curley Effect: How Some Politicians May Benefit From Urban Decline
Economists have studied how driving away wealthier residents can shift a city's political base, though critics say the theory oversimplifies complex urban challenges.