Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Sheriff Deputies Respond to Uninvited Woman at Kamala Harris' Malibu Property
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department increased patrols after the woman returned to the site twice; neither Harris nor Emhoff were home during the incident.
NY Governor’s Pardon Renders Supreme Court Immigration Detention Case Moot
Gov. Kathy Hochul pardoned a lawfully present Dominican citizen with an assault conviction, ending the Trump administration's appeal in Genalo v. Black.
Minnesota Churches Face Legal Battles Over ICE Surveillance and Worship Disruptions
Federal agents allegedly conducted undercover surveillance at a Minneapolis Baptist church, while over three dozen protesters face charges for interrupting services at a St. Paul church where an ICE official serves as pastor.
Trump Comments on United Ireland May Have Targeted Audience Across the Atlantic
President Trump's remarks on Irish reunification sparked debate over whether they were intended for domestic U.S. political consumption rather than diplomatic engagement.
Maher Labels Democratic Politicians 'Cowards' Citing Past 9/11 Remarks
The late-night host references his 2009 show cancellation to argue that current Democratic leaders are failing to take decisive political stands.
AP Analysis: DOJ Fails to Secure Felony Convictions in Most Protest Assault Cases
Juries and judges acquitted or dismissed charges in all dozen felony assault cases that went to trial from 102 arrests in four cities.
Silicon Valley Insiders Dismiss AI Existential Risk Warnings
Despite urgent statements from major AI leaders, many tech executives and investors argue the technology poses practical challenges rather than civilizational threats.
Acton Campaign Staff Confront Ramaswamy Supporter Over Debate Refusal
Video shows staff blocking a cameraman asking Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton why she declined a debate with Vivek Ramaswamy.
Anthropic CEO Amodei Urges AI Industry to Slow Development for Safety Checks
Dario Amodei warns of potential AI autonomy risks within a year and proposes independent evaluator access, drawing support from OpenAI and Elon Musk.
Senate Candidate El-Sayed Cites Medical Training in Defense of Transgender Youth Care
El-Sayed argued treatment decisions belong between patient and provider, despite records showing he has not held a medical license in Michigan or New York.