Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Obama Presidential Center's $470M Safety Net Under Scrutiny as Subcontractors Say They're Owed Millions
The Obama Foundation pledged a reserve fund to protect taxpayers, but filings show only $1 million has been deposited while contractors report payment disputes.
US Economy Outperforms Peers Despite Tariffs, Immigration Pressures
Economists point to capital investment, energy production flexibility as factors sustaining growth while Europe faces structural headwinds.
Karmelo Anthony: Austin Metcalf's Father Says Both Could Have Lived
Anthony received a 35-year sentence for the 2025 murder of Metcalf following an altercation at a Texas track meet, according to court records.
Bowser Reinstates Limited Youth Curfew in DC Amid Teen Takeover Concerns
The two-week order imposes an 11PM curfew for minors under 18, with designated zones under an 8PM restriction following a brawl at a Navy Yard Chipotle.
Former Biden Spokesperson Says Party's Willingness to Back Platner Is an 'Indictment' of Democrats
Kate Bedingfield, former communications director for President Joe Biden, said prominent Democrats refusing to disavow Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner reflects poorly on the party.
Ticketmaster Reverses Course on Geographic Ticket Restrictions for Knicks Fans at NBA Finals Game 5
New York officials including Gov. Hochul and AG James demanded the Spurs reverse the policy that threatened to lock out visiting fans from Saturday's game in San Antonio.
Top Democrats From New York and New Jersey Watch Brazil-Morocco Match Together at MetLife Stadium
The gathering of Govs. Hochul and Sherrill with Mayor Mamdani comes after months of planning for the World Cup match hosted by New Jersey.
Tens of Thousands March at Pride Events in Romania and Bulgaria to Demand Equality
The two EU nations ranked last among all 27 member states for LGBTQ+ legal protections, according to ILGA-Europe's 2025 Rainbow Map.
Cavaliers Guard James Harden Arrested in Houston on Weapons Charge
The 36-year-old NBA veteran, who helped Cleveland reach the Eastern Conference finals this season, faces a misdemeanor unlawful carry charge and is due in court June 22.
FIFA Encounters North America's Federalist Structure as World Cup Kicks Off in U.S.
The soccer governing body, accustomed to dealing with centralized governments in autocratic host nations, faces pushback from state and local officials across 11 American host communities.