Policy & Law

Illinois Assemblyman Alex Bores Discusses Proposed AI Regulation Bill In State Legislature

The legislation would establish new requirements for artificial intelligence companies operating in Illinois, marking one of the first state-level attempts to regulate emerging technology.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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Janeese Lewis-George Leads DC Mayoral Race With 36% Support in Post-Schar Poll

Washington Post-Schar School survey shows Lewis-George leading Kenyan McDuffie by 11 points among likely Democratic primary voters with citywide vote set for next week.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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Sherrill Given 'Closely Controlled and Limited' Tour of NJ Immigration Facility

New Jersey governor joins Sen. Kim in criticizing ICE restrictions after weeks of denied access to Delaney Hall detention center.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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DOJ Moves to Denaturalize Suspected Fraudsters, Sex Offenders in Unprecedented Actions

The Justice Department announced it is seeking to revoke citizenship from more than a dozen individuals allegedly convicted of crimes they failed to disclose during naturalization.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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Homan Planning Largest ICE Deployment in New York City, Says Operational Plan Reviewed

The declaration comes three weeks after Gov. Hochul signed legislation curbing state cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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Mike Johnson Calls California Primary Process Into Question After Late Vote Counts Shift Results

The Speaker joins Trump in questioning California's mail-in ballot counting timeline after Republican candidates lose ground following election night.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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Schiff Unveils Bill Requiring Human Oversight of Pentagon AI Weapons Systems

The California Democrat's legislation would mandate commanders retain final authority over autonomous weapon decisions and require record-keeping on target selection.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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Millions Lose SNAP Benefits as One Big Beautiful Bill's Stricter Requirements Kick In

Over 3.5 million people have been removed from the food assistance program since July 2025 as states implement new eligibility rules and increased documentation requirements.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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Platner Floats Jailing Billionaires In Pre-Primary Speech On Campaign Finance Reform

Maine Senate candidate's remarks about imprisoning wealthy political ad viewers drew immediate criticism from Republican opponents and raised questions about his electability.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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Maine Democrat Platner Faces Backlash After Suggesting Jail Time for Billionaires Who View Political Ads Incorrectly

The comment came during a pre-primary speech outlining proposals including universal health care, wealth taxes and a Green New Deal.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read