Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
With Anti-DSA Bill, Congress Is Debating Security Measures Critics Call Red-Baiting
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced legislation targeting the Democratic Socialists of America, drawing accusations of McCarthy-era tactics from progressive groups.
Wheel of Fortune Announces Termination of Longtime Announcer Jim Thornton Following In-Flight Incident
The game show confirmed the separation after reports emerged of inappropriate conduct during a flight, marking an abrupt end to Thornton's multi-decade tenure.
Mamdani Faces Growing 9/11 Backlash as Old Post Resurfaces Ahead of Ground Zero Ceremony
A 2023 post referencing deaths from wars following 9/11 has renewed calls for the socialist mayor to skip New York City's commemoration, with victims' families questioning his attendance.
EPA Considers Further Narrowing Clean Water Act Protections
The supplemental proposed rule from EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers would likely reduce the bodies of water subject to federal clean water regulations.
Danbury, Connecticut Approves Non-Citizen Police Officers After ICE Raids Net 60 Arrests
The 18-2 city council vote allows lawful permanent residents and DACA recipients to serve as police officers, following federal immigration enforcement actions in the area.
What Happens Next After Lindsay Clancy's Murder Case Ended In a Mistrial
Legal experts explain the prosecution's options when a trial ends without resolution, including potential retry and double jeopardy considerations.
Maryland Sheriff Leads Lawsuit Challenging State's Sanctuary Law, Warns of Public Safety Risks
Sixteen sheriffs representing two-thirds of Maryland are asking a court to block the Community Trust Act, which limits cooperation between local jails and federal immigration authorities.
Deleted Posts Surface for William Lawrence, Democratic Nominee in Competitive Michigan House Race
The former Democratic Socialists of America member and Sunrise Movement co-founder has since distanced himself from many of the positions expressed in hundreds of deleted social media posts.
New Jersey School District Sued Over Policy Allowing Students to Change Names, Gender Identity Without Parental Notification
The lawsuit cites Supreme Court rulings in Mirabelli v. Bonta and Mahmoud v. Taylor as legal grounds for challenging the district's Policy 5756.
Justice Department Pardon Attorney Sues After Alleged Termination Over Mel Gibson Gun Rights Dispute
The lawsuit claims retaliation after an internal disagreement over whether to restore the actor's firearms rights following his pardon.