Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Facebook Cofounder's Philanthropy Network Linked to AI Regulation Push
Investigative researchers highlight ties between effective altruism funding and calls for AI safety measures amid political debate.
Boebert Declares U.S. Border Secure Under Trump Administration
The House Speaker cites recent enforcement data to argue that Republican promises on immigration have been fulfilled.
Former Vice President Harris Faces Mockery Over Resurfaced AI Explanation After Calling for Development Slowdown
Critics cite a 2023 clip where Harris described AI as 'two letters' to dismiss her recent proposal for a global treaty to limit AI speed.
US Confirms for First Time It Has Deployed Weapons in Space
Pentagon officials state that kinetic and directed-energy systems are now operational on orbital platforms, marking a shift in strategic doctrine.
ProPublica Investigation Finds $500 Million Siphoned From Dominican Baseball Prospects by Trainers and Lenders
The report details how MLB teams use unwritten 'preacuerdos' to bypass age restrictions, exposing young players to loans with high interest rates in a system lacking usury laws.
Senate Debates Clarity Act, Bill That Could Reshape Crypto in America
The proposed legislation aims to define regulatory jurisdiction between the SEC and CFTC, but faces sharp criticism from both progressive and conservative lawmakers.
As Fears of AI Catastrophe Magnify, Washington Stirs, but Mostly Slumbers
While public anxiety over artificial intelligence risks grows, federal legislative action remains limited, with only minor regulatory measures advancing in Congress.
Delaware Primaries Conclude 2026 Cycle Marked by Progressive Gains and Trump's Endorsement Record
Delaware voters cast ballots Tuesday in the final contests of a primary season that saw DSA-backed candidates unseat incumbents nationally while President Trump maintained a perfect record in Senate GOP primaries.
Sports Media Criticized for Disparate Coverage of AI Video and Domestic Violence Incidents
Commentators argue that outrage over an AI-generated slap video contrasts with muted reactions to real-world domestic violence cases involving athletes.
Bores Launches $30 Million Effort to Unify Democratic AI Policy
The new group, 'Who Decides,' aims to establish a common AI safety agenda for Democratic candidates by 2028, focusing on 11 key swing states.