Policy & Law — Archive
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DSA's Third Major Primary Win Deepens Democrats' Fight over the Party's Future
The progressive group has now backed candidates who defeated three incumbent or long-serving Democratic representatives across New York and Colorado.
NPR Retracts False Alito Retirement Story After Reporter's Misunderstanding
82-year-old Nina Totenberg called it her worst professional mistake in more than 50 years of journalism, saying she misheard a word and rushed to publish.
Trump's Financial Disclosure Lists $1.4 Billion in Crypto Earnings, Powered Largely by Meme Coins
The 927-page disclosure form, far longer than those of previous presidents, reveals the extent of Trump's cryptocurrency holdings including meme coins bearing his name.
YMCA Removes Gender Identity Language From Website Following Parental Rights Report
The youth organization deleted references to gender identity and sexual orientation from its diversity statements after a campaign highlighted policies allowing children to be housed based on self-identified gender.
SSA Announces Limited-Edition Commemorative Social Security Cards for Babies Born During America's 250th Anniversary
The Freedom 250 cards, featuring the official anniversary logo, will be issued automatically to newborns born between July 2 and Dec. 31, 2026, at no additional cost.
POLITICO Poll Finds 62% of Britons Would Feel Pride If England Won World Cup
The sentiment outpaces France but trails Spain, according to a five-country survey conducted by POLITICO.
Democratic Socialist Melat Kiros Defeats 30-Year Incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado House Race
Sen. Michael Bennet also loses gubernatorial bid to state Attorney General Phil Weiser as progressive candidates advance across multiple races.
Supreme Court's Conservative Majority Also Lifts Campaign Finance Limits on Political Parties
The decision strikes down post-Watergate restrictions, allowing parties to raise and spend unlimited funds in coordination with candidates.
SCOTUS Upholds Birthright Citizenship, Colorado Primary Results Set Stage for November Races
The 6-3 ruling rejects Trump's executive order on automatic citizenship while progressive candidates score key victories in Denver and statewide contests.
Schumer, Warren Locked in Battle Over Future of Democratic Senate Caucus
The Massachusetts senator has endorsed three candidates who won't commit to backing Schumer as leader, while the New York Democrat focuses on winning back the majority.