Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Blanche, Newly Confirmed ATF Head Cekada Propose Gun Regulation Rollbacks
Justice Department announces more than 30 changes including repeal of Biden-era background check rule for gun show sales.
Costco Adjusts Its Legendary $1.50 Hot Dog Deal for First Time in Decades
The warehouse retailer is adding bottled water as a combo option while keeping the iconic price unchanged, marking the first notable tweak to the deal since the 1980s.
Democrats Hold 10-Point Edge Over Republicans on Generic Congressional Ballot: Poll
Emerson College Polling survey shows Democrats at 50% support, up from 49% last month, while Republican support dropped to 40% from 42%.
Dems' 'No Kings' Rhetoric Backfires as Critics Lambaste Confusing Reaction to Actual King
King Charles III addressed Congress for the first time since 1991, drawing applause from Democrats who have led protests against President Trump.
DHS Criticizes Media for Calling Wisconsin Machete Attack Suspect a 'Green Bay Man' When He Is an Illegal Immigrant
David Joel Herrera-Garcia, 24, faces two counts of attempted murder and aggravated assault; DHS says the Biden administration had marked him as a non-enforcement priority.
DOJ Says WHCD Shooting Suspect Took Mirror Selfie Before Attack
The DOJ filing details digital evidence, including a photo taken 30 minutes before the incident and prescheduled apology emails sent just prior to the shooting.
FCC Challenges ABC Licensing Over DEI Policies Following Trump Call for Kimmel Firing
The FCC is seeking early renewal review of all eight ABC-owned station licenses, citing concerns about Disney's diversity policies as the network refuses to remove Jimmy Kimmel from its air.
Former Fauci Aide Charged With Conspiracy to Hide COVID Origin Communications
The Justice Department alleges the former adviser concealed communications to obstruct congressional and media inquiries into how the coronavirus pandemic began.
Gunfire Erupts Near Seattle Mayor's Event as Families, Children Gather
No injuries reported; multiple suspects fled the scene in Yesler Terrace neighborhood where Mayor Katie Wilson was speaking at community center.
Appeals Court Rules Pentagon Can Require Reporter Escorts During Policy Appeal
The 2-1 D.C. Circuit ruling allows the Trump administration to maintain escort requirements while it appeals a lower court decision ordering restoration of press access.