Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Watch: Top Five Memorable Moments in State of the Union History
The Fox News list highlights addresses from Truman to Trump that shaped policy debates and public perception.
Fact Check: DHS Role in Elections as Described by Gov. Kristi Noem
PBS NewsHour examined the governor’s claim that the Department of Homeland Security is tasked with protecting the 2026 election, finding no statutory authority for such a role.
Oklahoma Survivors Act Allows Domestic Violence Victims to Sue After Statute of Limitations
The law, signed in May 2023, creates a civil cause of action for survivors whose abuse occurred before 2022, prompting support from advocacy groups and concerns from insurers.
Fifth Circuit Allows Ten Commandments Displays in Some Louisiana Classrooms
The appellate ruling overturns a district‑court injunction and permits the pilot program to continue while the case proceeds on appeal.
Bureaucrats Hide True Cost of Obama Presidential Center, Republicans Say Taxpayers Bear Burden
The $5.5 billion federal allocation in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is disputed by GOP lawmakers who claim the total expense exceeds disclosed figures.
State of the Union Evolves Into High‑Profile Platform for Partisan Showdowns
The annual address has shifted from a unifying policy outline to a battleground where Democrats and Republicans stage coordinated messaging and interruptions.
Senator Murkowski Calls Supreme Court Tariff Ruling Firm Reminder of Presidential Limits
The decision, issued on Feb. 20, blocks the administration’s attempt to impose sweeping steel and aluminum tariffs without congressional approval.
Federal Appeals Court Allows Louisiana Ten Commandments Classroom Law to Take Effect
The decision overturns a 2025 injunction and clears the path for the law signed by Governor Jeff Landry to be implemented in public schools.
CIA Revises 19 Past Intelligence Assessments Citing Political Bias
The agency said an internal review found the reports were influenced by political considerations and will be updated or withdrawn.
Vandalism Targets Trump‑Kennedy Center Ice Rink, Cancels Performance
The incident, called a 'targeted attack' by officials, forced the cancellation of a scheduled National Ice Ballet show.