Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Trump Drops $10 Billion IRS Lawsuit Amid Legal, Ethical Scrutiny
The president abandoned his damages claims against the Justice Department after facing criticism from legal experts who warned of constitutional conflicts when a sitting president sues federal agencies.
More Colleges Offer Accelerated Three-Year Degrees as Cost Concerns Drive Graduation Changes
The trend toward faster graduation timelines is reshaping higher education debates around student debt, institutional efficiency, and educational quality.
Virginia School Official Faces Trial Over Alleged Neglect in 2023 Classroom Shooting
Assistant principal Ebony Parker ignored multiple warnings about a student with a gun before he shot his teacher, prosecutors say.
Philadelphia's Post-Conviction Review System Faces Scrutiny Over 'No-Merit' Letters That Blocked Appeals
A joint investigation by The Philadelphia Inquirer and ProPublica found that court-appointed attorneys in Pennsylvania frequently did minimal work before rejecting clients' claims, delaying justice for wrongfully convicted individuals.
Trump Drops $10 Billion IRS Lawsuit, Replaced by Administrative Claims Against DOJ
Conservative publication National Review argues the shift from litigation to administrative claims may be more problematic than the original lawsuit.
In Conservative Utah, 19 Communities Form Coalition to Bring More Renewable Energy to Grid
The effort aims to offset power for nearly 300,000 homes and businesses by 2030, even as federal policy pulls back on clean energy support.
ProPublica Launches Investigation Into Alaska Internet Costs, Service Quality
The nonprofit news organization is seeking firsthand accounts from Alaskans about broadband prices and connectivity as federal infrastructure funding faces scrutiny.
NAACP Calls on Black Student-Athletes to Boycott Southern Universities Over Redistricting
The civil rights organization launches the 'Out of Bounds' campaign targeting SEC schools in eight states following a Supreme Court ruling that dismantled majority-Black congressional districts.
Alaska Telecom Subsidies Under Scrutiny as Convicted Felon Receives Annual Payments Through Federal Program
The $4.6 billion program created to expand rural internet access has paid Summit Telephone more than $1 million annually despite Alaska ranking near the bottom for high-speed service.
Alex Cooper Pregnancy Announcement Sparks Debate Over Hookup Culture and Delayed Marriage
The Call Her Daddy host, who built her brand promoting unattached dating, announced both a wedding and pregnancy this month, drawing criticism about consistency in her messaging to young women.