Policy & Law — Archive
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Nancy Pelosi Endorses Former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn in Maryland 5th District Race
Dunn, who served during the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, seeks Congress seat after losing 2024 primary in neighboring district.
Trump Oil Blockade Pushes Cuba Toward Potential Economic Transition
Analysts say Cuba's weakened state after oil restrictions could create conditions for a market-based reform, though key obstacles remain.
Oz Helps Collapsed Woman During Trump Rally in Kentucky
CMS Administrator Oz, a physician, assisted first responders at Wednesday's campaign event in Hebron, marking the second time he has helped someone at a Trump gathering.
Columbia Report Confirms University Ignored Decades of OB-GYN Sexual Abuse
Independent review details how administrators allowed a doctor to abuse over 1,000 patients across nearly 25 years despite multiple complaints.
Democratic Virginia GOV Spanberger's Republican Cousin Launches Congressional Campaign in California
Jenny Rae Le Roux, a second cousin of Gov. Abigail Spanberger, is running to flip California's 47th Congressional District from blue to red.
UFC Fighters to Train FBI Agents in Quantico This Weekend
The partnership will feature current and former UFC fighters teaching mixed martial arts techniques to academy students and senior staff.
Why It's Fair To Blame Trump for Rising Gas Prices
The ongoing conflict with Tehran has disrupted Strait of Hormuz shipping, driving up oil prices and fueling debate over presidential responsibility for energy costs.
Afghan Refugees Stranded in Qatar Camp for Over a Year Now Caught in US-Iran Crossfire
More than 1,100 Afghan refugees, including 700 already approved for US visas, remain trapped at Camp As Sayliyah as Iran's ballistic missiles target the nearby Al Udeid Air Base.
Blue States Face Debate Over Millionaire Tax Policies as Revenue Questions Mount
New York and California lead a wave of Democratic-led states proposing higher taxes on high earners, sparking competing claims about economic impact.
Crypto Fans Have an Alternative to Savings Accounts. Banks Are Responding.
New crypto-based savings products are offering higher yields than traditional banks, drawing regulatory scrutiny and competitive pressure.