Policy & Law — Archive
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CIA Director Ratcliffe Meets With Cuban Officials in Havana Amid Bilateral Tensions
Ratcliffe delivered President Trump's message that U.S. engagement depends on fundamental changes from the Cuban government, officials said.
Fetterman Says Democratic Base Becoming 'Increasingly Anti-American' Over Foreign Policy Stances
The Pennsylvania Democrat cited progressive support for Cuba, Venezuela and Iran as examples of a broader shift he says has moved the party away from his positions since 2016.
U.S. Border Patrol Head Announces Immediate Resignation on Fox News
Michael Banks resigns as arrests for illegal border crossings have dropped to their lowest levels since the mid-1960s.
Cuba's Eastern Provinces Lose Power After National Grid Collapse as Energy Crisis Deepens
The outage follows the depletion of Russian oil deliveries and comes amid 24-hour blackouts in Havana, with hospitals canceling surgeries.
Warsaw Registers First Same-Sex Marriage Under EU Court Ruling
The milestone comes after years of legal battles and amid ongoing political division over LGBTQ+ rights in Poland.
Oregon's Unique Law Empowers State to Block Healthcare Mergers, But Five Years In, No Deals Have Been Rejected
The 2021 law was hailed as a national model for reining in healthcare consolidation. Critics say the Oregon Health Authority has failed to use its authority, while others argue it has achieved meaningful results.
Nicki Minaj Discusses Journey to Public MAGA Support, Citing Industry Pressure and Government Response
The rapper says she privately held pro-Trump views for years before feeling safe enough to disclose them publicly.
Cleveland Clinic Clarifies RFK Jr. Did Not Operate Robotic Arm During Heart Surgery Visit
The hospital says the HHS secretary merely observed a demonstration using disconnected equipment during his Ohio tour promoting the 'Make America Healthy Again' agenda.
Final Walz Fraud Report Cites 'Culture of Tolerance' as Minnesota Estimates Point to Billions in Losses
The 84-page report from the Republican-led House committee cites an estimated $9 billion in potential Medicaid fraud and $300 million in meal program losses, following two dozen hearings and hundreds of whistleblower tips.
Health Insurers Shouldn't Make Healthcare Decisions. There's a Better Way, Authors Argue
University of Pittsburgh professor and Center for American Progress fellow propose independent clinician reviews as alternative to current prior authorization system.