Policy & Law — Archive
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DOJ Charges 64 Foreign Nationals Across 17 States in Illegal Voting Crackdown
Federal prosecutors have brought 104 election-fraud related cases since 2025, with Minnesota, Pennsylvania, and Texas leading the number of defendants.
California Unites Doctors, Insurers Against Proposed Health-Plan Tax Over Immigrant Coverage Costs
Governor Newsom's plan to fund $12.4 billion in care for unauthorized immigrants faces legal challenges from an unusual coalition citing Prop 35 violations.
Supreme Court Declines Maine Lobsterman’s Challenge to GPS Tracking Mandate
The Court’s decision leaves in place a First Circuit ruling that vessel tracking for whale protection does not violate the Fourth Amendment.
Democrat Gluesenkamp Perez Faces Tough Reelection Bid in Washington's 3Rd District
The competitive race in a district Trump won three times could determine House control, with voters citing tariffs and local identity as key issues.
DOJ Civil Rights Division Undergoes Major Transformation Under Dhillon Leadership
Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon has replaced up to 80% of staff and shifted enforcement focus to voting integrity and anti-discrimination cases involving white and Asian students.
ICE Shooting of Man in New York With Child in Car Sparks Investigation
Federal authorities state Oscar Belgal attempted to ram agents, while Mayor Mamdani calls the incident an outrage after a 5-year-old was present.
Supreme Court Weighs Climate Liability Risks in Suncor V. Boulder
Justices examine whether state tort laws can hold fossil fuel companies liable for cross-border emissions, with experts warning of potential bankruptcy and price spikes.
Plouffe Warns Democrats Not to Take North Carolina Senate Win for Granted
The Obama campaign strategist cautions donors against complacency as national groups shift resources to other races like Kansas.
NY AG Letitia James Faces Bar Ethics Complaint Over 'Cornell 7' Comments
Watchdog group alleges James prejudged allegations against former fraternity members before her appointment as special prosecutor.
Voters in Ohio's 9th District Cite Gas Prices and Cost of Living Ahead of Midterms
Early voting has begun in a toss-up district where former President Trump won in 2024, as residents express frustration over fuel costs and economic pressures.