Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
RFK Jr. Targets Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, Which Has Paid $5.5 Billion Since 1989
The Health Secretary proposes eliminating a no-fault federal program that has compensated individuals for vaccine-related adverse events for over three decades.
Nor’easter and Tropical Systems Impact East Coast and Hawaii
New York and New Jersey governors declare states of emergency as multiple weather systems threaten coastal regions and Hawaiian islands.
Michigan Man Doxxed After Speaking Out on Islamic Growth in Warren
Justin Tye faces harassment after Fox News interview, while city officials denounce doxxing and affirm community safety.
Trump Administration Seeks Supreme Court Review of Immigration Bond Hearing Precedent
The administration argues that Second Circuit rules requiring bond hearings for prolonged detention allow criminals to delay deportation, a claim contested by legal experts.
Democrats in Congress Campaign on Christian Faith to Counter Republican Narrative
Candidates in swing districts emphasize religious values and social justice to appeal to moderate voters in the 2026 midterms.
New Biography 'American Scoundrel' Reexamines Roy Cohn’s Influence on Trump and McCarthy
Kai Bird’s book details Cohn’s legal strategies and personal flaws, drawing connections between his past clients and current political tactics.
ICE Officers Told to Stop Arresting Non-Criminals in Major Policy Shift
Agents may now detain only those with criminal convictions or charges, ending collateral arrests amid declining approval ratings on immigration.
Lawmakers Question Congress's Capacity to Regulate AI Amid Technical Skepticism
Members of both parties express doubt about legislative expertise, citing slow adoption of digital tools and complex technological hurdles.
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Weighs 2028 Presidential Bid
Emanuel has traveled early primary states and advised Democratic candidates while developing a platform focused on economic messaging and political reform.
Hurricane Nolo Brings Flash Flood Warnings to Hawaii Amid Recovery From Previous Storms
President Trump approved an emergency declaration authorizing FEMA assistance as the Big Island faces potential rainfall of up to 20 inches.