Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
FBI Releases Classified 'Patel Report' Examining Instances Agency 'Fell Short'
Director Kash Patel's internal document targets past leadership decisions, drawing criticism from opponents who allege historical revisionism.
Experts Weigh International Space Station as Nobel Peace Prize Contender Amid Global Conflicts
The Norwegian Nobel Committee announces its 2026 Peace Prize laureate on Oct. 9 from a field of 287 candidates, including President Trump and the ISS consortium.
Defense Secretary Orders Stand-Down for Service Members to Vote in Midterms
Overseas ballots, including those sent via email in some states, are being processed under strict verification protocols as election officials balance security with access.
Gov. Hochul Vows to Close Rape Law Loophole Following Cornell Case
The governor criticized local police and prosecutors for omitting key victim statements in a 2024 gang rape allegation and appointed the state AG as special prosecutor.
ICE Bans High-Speed Car Chases, Mandates Training for Traffic Stops
New internal guidance requires body cameras and specific training for vehicle stops following fatal incidents in Maine and Texas.
Judge Permanently Dismisses Reflecting Pool Charges Against Former Olympian David Hearn
The ruling cites political pressure from the President as a primary factor in barring federal prosecutors from refiling the vandalism case.
Hurricane Rachel Upgraded to Category 3 Off Mexico's Pacific Coast as Southwest Recovers From Polo
The storm brings 120 mph winds to Baja California while northern Mexico and the U.S. Central Plains face ongoing recovery from recent flooding.
Hochul Transfers Cornell Sexual Assault Case to Attorney General James After Criticism of Local DA
The governor cited 'troubling details' regarding the initial closure of the case without interviewing the victim as the primary reason for the transfer.
San Francisco Car Thefts Down 59% as City Debates Role of AI Surveillance
New data shows significant crime reduction since 2022, but civil liberties groups challenge the privacy implications of the Flock Safety camera network.
Analyst Cites 1990 Midterm Strategy as Template for 2026 Republican Candidates
A former NRCC communications director argues that distancing from the president's low approval rating mirrors the successful 1990 strategy that limited GOP losses.