Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Army Study Found ICE Shock Gloves Cause Intense Pain and Immediate Compliance
Unreleased military exercise data shows participants stopped resisting seconds after application, while ICE maintains the gloves are safer than lethal force.
Judge Orders Release of Soto From ICE Detention; NJ Democrats Celebrate Despite Assault Allegations
U.S. District Court Judge Jamel Semper freed Martin Soto after a habeas petition, prompting celebrations from Rep. Menendez and Sen. Booker, while police reports cite domestic assault charges.
Paxton’s Latest Audio Leak Strains National GOP Effort to Save Texas Senate Seat
Leaked recordings reveal Paxton’s frustration with Washington control and Iran war impact, as Republicans pour over $200 million into the race.
Sheriff Warns of Escalating Somali Gang Violence After 100 Casings Recovered in Minnesota Shootout
Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher calls for aggressive prosecution and federal RICO charges, while Hennepin County officials defend their approach to violent crime.
DNC Files Lawsuit Alleging Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Ads Are Illegal Propaganda
The complaint seeks to halt the use of $20 million in Homeland Security funds for ads that critics say glorify the president ahead of midterm elections.
Scars From Oct. 7 Fuel Deep Divisions Over Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Election
With the Oct. 27 vote approaching, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and rival Gadi Eisenkot frame the upcoming election as a referendum on security failures and national resilience.
Supreme Court Denies Appeal From Suspended Pennsylvania Judge Over Partisan Facebook Posts
The high court declined to hear arguments from former Judge Mark Cohen, whose suspension for political social media activity sparked a First Amendment dispute.
Congress Advances Study on Nickel Production Costs After Penny Elimination
Lawmakers push for cheaper nickel composition as production costs exceed face value by eight cents per coin.
Phoenix Homeless Shelter Capacity Reached, Advocate Becomes Unofficial Hotline
Family homelessness in Maricopa County hit its highest level since 2015, with nearly 200 families on the shelter waitlist as official channels face criticism for delays.
Cruz Emerges as Key Backer in Paxton’s Texas Senate Campaign Amid Fundraising Push
Senator Ted Cruz has taken on an informal advisory and fundraising role for Ken Paxton, leveraging his donor network to bridge traditional GOP supporters and MAGA base.