Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Conservatives Had Concerns About Nolan's 'The Odyssey.' Now They're Praising It.
Christopher Nolan's epic generated $264.1 million worldwide opening weekend, the director's biggest debut ever, despite pre-release criticism from some conservatives over casting decisions.
Sunny Hostin Faces Backlash After Using Former Federal Prosecutor Status to Advocate for Arrested Son
The View co-host spoke with police by phone attempting to get her son's trespassing charge reduced, prompting debate about celebrity privilege in the legal system.
DOJ Sought Phone Records of Journalists and Relatives in Effort to Unmask Air Force One Sources
The subpoenas, part of an ongoing legal battle with The New York Times, included records of reporters' mothers, spouses, and extended back to January 2026.
Pamela Smart, Convicted in Husband's 1990 Murder, Asks New Hampshire Judge for New Trial
Her lawyers argue inaccurate transcripts of secretly recorded conversations led jurors to hear words not actually audible on the recordings.
Notorious Drug Cartel Leader Ismael Zambada Sentenced to Life in US Prison
The 17-year pursuit of the Sinaloa Cartel co-founder ends with one of the longest federal drug sentences on record.
Disney Lorcana Card Launch Sparks Chaos at Theme Parks Worldwide
Thousands of collectors descended on Disney properties in Florida, California and Paris Friday as the trading card game's newest sets went on sale, overwhelming venues and prompting police responses.
Person in Custody After Starting Fire Outside New York Federal Building, FBI Says
Andrew Arrabaca, a former U.S. Army mechanic on Patriot missile systems, has been charged after allegedly setting off fireworks and igniting a blaze at 26 Federal Plaza.
Trump-Backed Darline Graham Enters South Carolina Senate Race, Shaking Up Succession Fight
The appointed senator and late Lindsey Graham's sister joins a crowded Republican primary field just before filing deadline.
Brennan Challenges Border Czar Homan Over ICE Shooting Claims in Houston Incident
CBS News host pressed Tom Homan on discrepancies between his statements and available video evidence regarding the fatal shooting of undocumented immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.
Rural New York School District Deploys Humanoid Robot Teacher, Sparking Policy Debate
The Salamanca district purchased a $57,590 AI-powered assistant called Sally for STEM classes amid broader national debate over technology in education.