Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Family Sues U.S. Government, Immigration Officials Over Killing of Renee Good
Lawsuits allege wrongful death and conspiracy to conceal evidence in the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer.
Swiss Glaciers Lose 5.5% of Ice Volume in 2026, Second-Largest Drop on Record
The 5.5% decline is driven by summer heat waves and low winter snowfall, accelerating a trend that has reduced total ice volume by nearly a fifth over the past five years.
Father Hails Experimental 'Ozempic of Autism' After Son's Rapid Behavioral Changes
L1-79, an oral drug from Yamo Pharmaceuticals, targets core social symptoms of autism but remains unapproved and in early trial phases.
Cornell Lawsuit Mix-Up Leads to Harassment of Unrelated Family
A clerical error placing the wrong Matthew Ingalls on the court docket resulted in threats and harassment against a family with no connection to the alleged fraternity assault.
Blackburn Says She Will Resurrect Electric Chair After Botched Execution
The Republican gubernatorial candidate promised to restore the electric chair as Tennessee's primary capital punishment method following the failed lethal injection of Christa Pike.
DHS Secretary Mullin States Biden Administration Released 99 Terror Watchlist Aliens
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin cites 2024 House report to argue current administration has arrested over 2,200 terrorists since taking office.
Idaho Law Exempts Faith-Healing Parents From Medical Duty After Multiple Child Deaths
ProPublica reports at least 15 avoidable child deaths among Followers of Christ families from 2015 to 2025, with Idaho exemptions preventing state intervention.
Rep. McIver’s Pregnancy Announcement Draws Criticism Amid Assault Charges
The New Jersey Democrat faces up to 17 years in prison for alleged interference with federal officers, prompting accusations that the announcement is a political maneuver.
Maine Dem Nominee Apologizes After Saying Jews Reject 'Genocide' Label Because of Faith
Troy Jackson’s comments on Jewish Mainers’ opposition to the term sparked backlash in a tight Senate race against incumbent Susan Collins.
Cornell Lawsuit Highlights Complexities in Campus Assault Reporting Systems
A new civil suit at Cornell University underscores the difficult navigation of parallel Title IX and criminal justice processes, which advocates say deter reporting.