Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
International Research Examines Teen Suicide Rate Trends Amid Mental Health Concerns
Studies analyzing actual suicide mortality data from multiple countries find increases among adolescent females, though researchers note cultural and methodological differences complicate cross-national comparisons.
Global Data Shows Rise in Teen Suicides, Challenging U.S.-Specific Crisis Narratives
Researchers examining actual mortality data from multiple countries find significant increases in female adolescent suicide rates since 2018.
Platner Accuser Says She 'Absolutely' Considers What Happened to Be Rape
Jenny Racicot described the alleged encounter with the Maine Senate nominee in a CNN interview, saying she reported it to police.
Fetterman Says Sanders, Others Need to 'Apologize' for Backing Platner Amid Abuse Allegations
The Pennsylvania Democrat called Graham Platner a "predator" and said progressive leaders who championed his Maine Senate bid should take responsibility.
Extremist Streamer Sparks Backlash After Declaring NYC an 'Islamic Republic' at Egypt Soccer Celebration
The viral video, viewed tens of millions of times across social media platforms, drew condemnation from figures including a former Navy SEAL and tech entrepreneur Elon Musk.
Gov. Sherrill Ran on Freezing Electricity Rates Can She Deliver Relief to New Jersey
The governor faces regulatory constraints and market forces as she works to make good on a key campaign promise amid rising energy costs.
Interior Department Proposes First Major Update to Public Lands Grazing Rules Since 1995
The BLM's proposed regulations would expand livestock grazing on 155 million acres while limiting public participation in permit decisions.
Maine Democrats Face Deadline After Top Party Figures Abandon Platner Over Assault Allegations
Senate Minority Leader Schumer and multiple Democratic senators have called on the nominee to step aside, with a July 13 deadline approaching to find a replacement.
Graham Platner Accuser Describes Alleged Assault in CNN Interview; Multiple Democrats Withdraw Endorsements
Jenny Racicot told CNN's Jake Tapper that the Maine Senate candidate appeared 'blackout drunk' during an alleged attack, saying he apologized mid-assault before continuing.
Pete Hegseth Defended Against Allegations That Civilian Protection Efforts Were Gutted, Lawmakers Say
Ten Democratic lawmakers say the Pentagon cut a congressionally mandated civilian harm program by 90% as U.S. strikes in Yemen and Iran killed dozens of noncombatants.