Policy & Law — Archive
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Redistricting Battle Set to Escalate Ahead of 2028 Elections
Both parties are already mapping out strategies as the Supreme Court's ruling on race-based redistricting opens new opportunities for map manipulation.
New Biography Explores Garry Trudeau's Political Cartoons and WASP Roots
Joshua Kendall's biography examines how the Doonesbury creator, a descendant of American aristocracy, became one of the nation's most influential political satirists.
Hasan Piker Defends Singham Network Activists as OFAC Expands Cuba Trip Investigation
The Marxist influencer said figures in the $285 million pro-China activist network are 'wonderful people' while Treasury investigators examine his March convoy to Cuba.
Reality Television Becomes Training Ground for Political Candidates in 2026 Races
Former Bravo star Luke Gulbranson is among at least three reality TV personalities now running for elected office, from Congress to city council and mayor.
Graham Platner's Wife Discovered Explicit Texts With Women, Campaign Kept Matter Private
The Wall Street Journal reported that Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner's wife flagged sexually explicit messages for campaign aides in August 2025.
Graham Platner Maintains Active Kik Profile as Senate Race Against Collins Continues
The Democratic challenger leads the incumbent by nearly 8 points in Maine Senate race, according to RealClearPolitics polling average.
AI Startup Launches Free Home Cleaning Service in NYC, but Critics Raise Privacy Flags
Shift Robotics offers no-cost cleanings in exchange for recording every move with body-worn cameras to train future household robots.
Lead Prosecutor Steps Away From Comey Criminal Case
Matthew Petracca has been replaced by AUSA Timothy Severo with trial set for October on charges related to an Instagram post prosecutors say threatened President Trump.
Do You Need SPF 30, 50 or 100? Dermatologists Answer Your Burning Sunscreen Questions
Board-certified dermatologists explain what SPF numbers actually mean and why the difference between protection levels may be smaller than you think.
Sherrill, Mullin Find Common Ground on Securing Protests Outside ICE Facility in NJ
The agreement comes after New Jersey state police were deployed to maintain order around Delaney Hall, a 1,000-bed immigration detention center that has been the site of escalating protests and detainee strikes.