Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Austria Plans to Ban Children Under 14 From Social Media
The Alpine nation's centrist coalition joins Australia, France, and Spain in restricting minors' access to digital platforms.
GOP Lawmaker Retirements Signal Potential 'Changing of the Guard' in Wisconsin
Seven Republican state lawmakers have announced retirements, including Assembly Speaker Robin Vos and Senate President Devin LeMahieu, as Democrats eye control of at least one legislative chamber for the first time in 16 years.
T-Mobile Distances Itself From Chief Swagger Officer Druski After Sketch Mocking Widowed CEO
Telecom giant says content is not affiliated with its brand, but Druski remains a partner; NBC/Peacock did not respond to requests for comment.
Andy Beshear's 2028 Playbook: How a Democrat Wins in Trump Country
Kentucky governor's re-election strategy in a deep red state draws national attention as Democrats seek path to victory in 2028.
AOC Says Politicians, Especially Democrats, Should Pledge Not to Accept AI Money
Progressive Squad member calls AI campaign contributions 'toxic' as debate intensifies over data center moratorium
Education Department to Relocate Headquarters as Part of Trump Administration's Agency Dismantling
The agency, 70% vacant after mass layoffs, will move to smaller Washington office in August while Energy Department assumes lease.
Judge Blocks Pentagon's Supply Chain Risk Designation for Anthropic
U.S. District Judge Rita Lin blocked the designation as First Amendment retaliation, pausing her ruling for a week to allow an appeal.
Judge Weighs Whether Venezuela Can Pay Maduro's Legal Costs in US Drug Trafficking Case
The judge questioned why the prosecution's argument for blocking defense funds still stands given warming US-Venezuela relations since Maduro's January capture.
Spanish Court Clears Euthanasia for Woman Taken From Family as Teen, Sparking Debate
Noelia Castillo Ramos, 25, was euthanized at a Barcelona hospital after the state took custody of her at age 13; the case has drawn international attention.
Trump Orders TSA Paid as Congress Stays Stalemated
Executive action comes as lawmakers remain deadlocked on federal funding, raising questions about constitutional authority.