Policy & Law — Archive
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He Said the Decision Forces the U.S. to Return Billions — Calling It a Major Setback
A decision reportedly requires the U.S. to return billions in funds, with one official describing it as a major setback that could have been avoided.
Kalshi Fines and Suspends 3 Congressional Candidates for Wagering on Their Own Elections
Prediction market fines range from $530 to over $6,200 as bipartisan scrutiny of political betting platforms intensifies.
Kornacki: Virginia Republicans 'Put Up a Fight' but Democrats Stayed 'Loyal' on Map Referendum
NBC political analyst Steve Kornacki analyzes voting patterns in Virginia's upcoming redistricting referendum as both parties compete for political advantage.
Mexican National Convicted of Illegal Voting in Kansas Case, Faces Potential Removal
Jose Ceballos-Armendariz, a lawful permanent resident since 1990, pleaded guilty to three counts of disorderly election conduct for voting illegally and falsely claiming U.S. citizenship.
Negotiators Hopeful for Deal on Spy Powers Amid Messy Battle Over Reforms
Lawmakers extended the Section 702 deadline by 10 days as bipartisan talks continue over whether to require warrants for querying Americans' data.
New York Times Alleges FBI Investigated Journalist After Report on Patel Girlfriend
The FBI says it is not pursuing a case against reporter Elizabeth Williamson but was concerned about reporting techniques that "crossed lines of stalking."
Parents Push Congress to Act on Kids Online Safety After Juries Find Meta and YouTube Liable for Harm
Roughly 70 parents traveled to Capitol Hill this week advocating for the Kids Online Safety Act following landmark jury verdicts against Meta and Google.
Serial Thief Who Stole Kristi Noem's Handbag Sentenced to Three Years in Prison
Mario Bustamante Leiva, a 50-year-old Chilean national, stole $3,000 in cash and sensitive documents including Noem's DHS access badge from a Washington DC restaurant.
US Has Long History of Reshaping Voting Districts for Political Gain, Raising Legal Questions
From colonial-era gerrymandering to modern litigation, both major parties have sought electoral advantage through redistricting.
US Navy Secretary John Phelan Departing Administration Effective Immediately
Pentagon announces departure of latest high-ranking military leader as Trump administration continues leadership shakeup amid Middle East tensions.