Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Four New Jersey Residents Charged With Illegally Voting, Lying on Citizenship Forms
The four noncitizens allegedly voted in federal elections from 2020 to 2024 before submitting naturalization applications that falsely claimed they had never cast ballots.
A2 Milk Company Recalls Infant Formula Over Possible Toxin Contamination
The voluntary recall affects three batches totaling roughly 16,400 tins sold to consumers, though no illnesses have been reported.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio Takes on Wedding DJ Role, Continuing Run of Unofficial Titles
The Florida Republican, already serving as Acting USAID Administrator and Acting Archivist, was filmed spinning records at a family wedding in a video shared by Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino.
Obama-Era Solar Plant Still Relies on Fossil Fuels, Kills Thousands of Birds Annually
The Ivanpah facility, built with $2.1 billion in federal support, faces scrutiny over bird deaths and natural gas use despite its 'clean energy' label.
Patel Says FBI Has Cut Bureaucracy, Moved 1,000 Agents to Field Offices in 'Generational' Overhaul
Director Kash Patel says reforms have cut $300 million in spending and expanded AI tools for threat identification.
Pirro Says Whether She Will Reopen Probe Into Powell Depends on Inspector General's Findings
The development clears a path for Kevin Warsh, Trump's nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, after Senate Banking Committee advanced his nomination in a party-line vote.
Southwest Assigned Seating Leaves Passengers in Middle Seats Despite Empty Rows
The airline cites weight balance requirements for restricting passenger movement, a practice long used by other carriers.
Federal Strategy Aims to Expand Home Visiting Programs for New Mothers Amid Workforce Challenges
The HRSA roadmap seeks to address a workforce shortage in a field where most workers earn $30,000-$40,000 annually while serving families during postpartum period.
The Ballot Box Showdowns This Month That You Need to Watch
A dozen states hold primaries or runoffs in May, testing Trump's endorsement power and determining the contours of November's midterm battles.
Why Airlines Restrict Seat Selection Even When Rows Are Empty
FAA safety regulations require airlines to carefully manage aircraft weight distribution, which means passengers may be assigned specific seats for takeoff balance.