Policy & Law — Archive
Federal legislation, executive orders, and regulatory changes
Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Birthright Citizenship Restrictions, Roberts Writes Majority Opinion
The 5-4 ruling invalidates executive action limiting birthright citizenship, with Justice Thomas issuing a 91-page dissent calling the decision a misinterpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment.
Supreme Court Strikes Limits on Party Spending in Federal Elections, Backing GOP Appeal
The 5-4 ruling overturns a federal law more than 50 years old that had capped coordinated spending between political parties and candidates.
Syracuse Wrongful Conviction Case Raises Questions About Criminal Justice Investigations
The 1981 rape conviction of Anthony Broadwater was vacated after prosecutors found the case should never have been brought, while questions remain about whether the actual attacker has evaded justice for nearly five decades.
Far Left Looks for Latest Win in Colorado: Five Things to Watch in the Primaries
Former attorney Melat Kiros challenges 14-term Rep. Diana DeGette in Denver's 1st Congressional District, with a third candidate, University of Colorado Regent Wanda James, also competing.
AIPAC-Linked Money Flows Into Denver Primary as DeGette Faces Unexpected Challenge
Nearly $3 million in outside spending has poured into the race during its final weeks, with most funds aimed at helping the 15-term incumbent.
Socialists Take Fight West, Target Colorado in Latest Bid to Oust Democratic Party Establishment
The Democratic Socialists of America is focusing its primary challenges on five Colorado races on Tuesday, including a challenge to 30-year Rep. Diana DeGette.
To Protect Its Drinking Water, This City Has to Appeal to the Oil Regulators That Put It at Risk
Enid, Oklahoma discovered a wastewater injection well operating too close to its public water supply violates state rules—but correcting it requires navigating the same state agency that approved it.
Seattle Pride Parade Draws Scrutiny Over Public Nudity Near Children
Washington state indecent exposure laws are being revisited as officials from both parties weigh in on where First Amendment protections end and public decency begins.
Fetterman Criticizes Progressive Wins Within Democratic Party, Calls Movement 'Anti-America'
The Pennsylvania senator's remarks follow primary victories by Democratic Socialists of America candidates in New York and a controversial Senate candidate in Maine.
Colorado Holds 2026 Primary Elections Across State and Federal Races
Voters in Colorado cast ballots in primary contests for U.S. Senate, House seats, governor, and state legislature positions.