Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
HHS Investigating 13 States for Allegedly Coercing Healthcare Providers on Abortions
The department's Office for Civil Rights cites the Weldon Amendment, a 2005 federal provision protecting providers who refuse abortion services on religious or conscience grounds.
Left Targets Hegseth For Asking Americans To Pray — The History Lesson They're Ignoring
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called on Americans to pray for troops, sparking criticism from CBS News while supporters point to historical precedent dating back to WWII.
New York Times Investigation Alleges Cesar Chavez Sexually Abused Women, Girls
The Times report details accusations from multiple women including co-founder Dolores Huerta; California officials and labor leaders respond to revelations.
Man Sentenced to 4 Years in Michigan Election Petition Scandal
The scheme invalidated signatures for five Republican gubernatorial candidates in 2022, including former Detroit police Chief James Craig and businessman Perry Johnson.
Commentator Argues Marxist Wing Drives Democratic Party Agenda
A poll released last week finds about 15% of Democrats self-identify with the Marxist wing, though analysts debate its influence.
Pritzker Criticizes AIPAC Over $21 Million Spending in Illinois Democratic Primaries
The pro-Israel lobby's spending in Prairie State races yielded mixed outcomes, with the Democratic governor calling it 'interference' and accusing the group of aligning with Trump.
Schumer Keeps Public Guessing on How Long Dems Will Refuse to Fund DHS
The New York senator deflected questions about the timeline for restoring Homeland Security funding as Republicans warn of reduced preparedness amid a string of suspected terror attacks.
Sony Music Removes 135,000 Deepfake Songs From Streaming Platforms
The music giant says AI-generated tracks impersonating artists like Beyoncé and Harry Styles represent just a fraction of the total fraudulent content online.
Transportation Lobbyists Donate Thousands to Sean Duffy's Son-in-Law in Wisconsin Congressional Race
Donors with interests in projects overseen by the Transportation Department have contributed to Michael Alfonso's campaign, raising ethical questions despite appearing legal.
Gas Station Interviews in Pennsylvania Swing District Offer Window Into Trump Voter Sentiment
In PA-10, where Rep. Scott Perry faces a competitive race, voters at a Millersburg station discussed the war in Iran, gas prices and their views on the November elections.