Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Medicaid Will Stop Paying for Some Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Minors
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued guidance restricting coverage for certain treatments under the federal health insurance program.
Spanberger's Rough Rural Reception Draws Hillary Clinton Parallels in Virginia
The Democratic governor was booed at the 90th Annual Old Fiddlers' Convention in Galax, with critics comparing her outreach attempt to Hillary Clinton's criticized 2016 'hot sauce' moment.
Healthcare Leaders Push Congress to Fund Nursing Workforce Programs as Shortage Persists
Chief Nursing Officer Patty Knecht is urging lawmakers to approve $346 million for Title VIII programs in the fiscal 2027 appropriations package.
Lindell Refuses to Concede Minnesota Governor Primary, Alleges Voting Irregularities
The My Pillow founder lost to Minnesota House Speaker Lisa DeMuth by roughly 11 percentage points and over 45,000 votes in the Republican gubernatorial primary.
Why AOC's Pivot on 'Woke' Politics Isn't Unreasonable
The RealClearPolitics opinion piece argues the congresswoman's evolving stance reflects strategic pragmatism rather than ideological abandonment.
Artillery Factory Funded With $533 Million Fails to Produce Single Usable Shell, Report Finds
The General Dynamics plant in Mesquite, Texas was intended to supply artillery rounds for Ukraine but has yet to deliver any ammunition after years of mechanical failures and missed deadlines.
Democrats' Progressive Surge Could Complicate Jeffries's Path to Unity
Recent primary wins by progressive candidates have intensified debates within the party over direction and leadership heading into future elections.
Wisconsin Result Halts Winning Streak for Democratic Party's Left Wing
The outcome ends a series of recent victories by progressive candidates in key battleground state elections, marking an unexpected shift in momentum.
RealClearPolitics Column Examines Margaret Brennan's Approach to Questioning Power
The analysis argues that the Face the Nation moderator's questioning style represents an effort to hold political figures accountable to factual accuracy.
DHS Plans to Equip ICE Officers With Shock Gloves in $20 Million Program
The devices, called G.L.O.V.E., would deliver painful electric shocks and are outlined in a DHS notice published this week.