Policy & Law — Archive
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Congressional Republicans Continue Scrutiny of NIH Funding for Wuhan Lab Research
Conservative commentators argue favorable media treatment limited scrutiny of lab leak theory, while progressive voices point to scientific consensus at the time.
Senator Moreno Uses Profanity Referencing Dr. Fauci During Senate COVID Origins Hearing
The Ohio Republican's outburst came as Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right not to answer questions about the pandemic response.
Fauci Testifies Before Senate Panel on COVID Origins, Pandemic Response as Diary Entries Released
The former White House medical adviser faced questions about discrepancies between his private writings and public statements during the pandemic.
Fauci Pleads Fifth Amendment During Heated Senate Testimony With Chairman Paul
The former NIH infectious disease director repeatedly invoked his right against self-incrimination as Paul pressed him on COVID-19 origins and gain-of-function research.
WPATH Forum Messages Show Surgeon Discussing Vaginoplasty Complications, Dilation Burdens
Internal messages from the transgender health organization reveal clinicians debating how to respond when patients stop dilating after genital surgery.
Democrats Concerned as DSA Leader's Fox News Interview Goes Viral Ahead of Midterms
Moderate Democrats worry Megan Romer's lightning-round comments could provide ammunition for Republican attacks in competitive races.
Former Ambassador Weighs in on Whether Zelenskyy Got What He Needed From Washington Visit
The Ukrainian president's trip to the U.S. capital comes at a critical juncture in the Russia-Ukraine conflict as support dynamics shift.
Amnesty International UK Withdraws Report After Legal Challenges From Named Organizations
The human rights organization pulled its 'A Growing Threat' report after groups cited in the document instructed lawyers, marking a significant retreat in its approach to organizations it had characterized alongside far-right movements.
Michigan Family Murder-Suicide Prompts Questions About Domestic Violence Resources After Reddit Posts Surface
Authorities say a father killed his wife and six children before taking his own life, as posts allegedly written by the victim detailed years of marital strife and allegations of infidelity.
Zelenskyy Finally Gets Washington Reading From the Same Playbook
Ukrainian president meets with U.S. officials as diplomatic efforts continue amid ongoing conflict.