Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Warsaw Registers First Same-Sex Marriage Under EU Court Ruling
The milestone comes after years of legal battles and amid ongoing political division over LGBTQ+ rights in Poland.
Oregon's Unique Law Empowers State to Block Healthcare Mergers, But Five Years In, No Deals Have Been Rejected
The 2021 law was hailed as a national model for reining in healthcare consolidation. Critics say the Oregon Health Authority has failed to use its authority, while others argue it has achieved meaningful results.
Nicki Minaj Discusses Journey to Public MAGA Support, Citing Industry Pressure and Government Response
The rapper says she privately held pro-Trump views for years before feeling safe enough to disclose them publicly.
Cleveland Clinic Clarifies RFK Jr. Did Not Operate Robotic Arm During Heart Surgery Visit
The hospital says the HHS secretary merely observed a demonstration using disconnected equipment during his Ohio tour promoting the 'Make America Healthy Again' agenda.
Final Walz Fraud Report Cites 'Culture of Tolerance' as Minnesota Estimates Point to Billions in Losses
The 84-page report from the Republican-led House committee cites an estimated $9 billion in potential Medicaid fraud and $300 million in meal program losses, following two dozen hearings and hundreds of whistleblower tips.
Health Insurers Shouldn't Make Healthcare Decisions. There's a Better Way, Authors Argue
University of Pittsburgh professor and Center for American Progress fellow propose independent clinician reviews as alternative to current prior authorization system.
Divers Find Underwater Explosive Device at Alabama Dam Threatening City Water Supply
The improvised explosive device discovered at the J.B. Converse Reservoir was safely removed and detonated; no suspects have been identified as authorities investigate.
Commentary Raises Questions About Ramaswamy's Use of Hindu Identity in Politics
Opinion piece argues that if the Ohio Republican invokes Hinduism publicly, he should embody its philosophical discipline rather than treating it as political branding.
What Is Thucydides Trap, Mentioned During Trump-Xi Meeting?
Chinese President Xi Jinping raised the historical concept during their Beijing talks, warning that tensions between a rising power and an established one could lead to conflict.
Debate Over FACE Act Intensifies as Civil Disobedience Traditions Clash With Federal Enforcement
The 1994 statute faces scrutiny over selective prosecution claims, with Democrats defending its original purpose while Republicans argue it enables weaponization against peaceful protesters.