Policy & Law

Apple Reaches $250 Million Settlement With iPhone Buyers Over Siri AI Claims

The settlement covers about 37 million devices and could pay eligible owners up to $95 each if approved by a federal judge.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

DOJ Report Examines Religious Discrimination Allegations in Biden-Era Federal Policies

The over 200-page report details claims that federal agencies discriminated against Christian organizations across multiple programs during the previous administration.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Democrats Rail Against Lutnick Interview on Epstein as ‘Egregious Cover-Up’

Commerce secretary told lawmakers he did not remember why he visited Jeffrey Epstein's private island in 2012, according to Democratic lawmakers who questioned him.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Justice Dept. Finds UCLA Medical School Illegally Used Race in Admissions

The finding could lead to loss of federal funding and escalates the Trump administration's ongoing scrutiny of elite college admissions practices.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Assaults Against U.S. Jews Reach 46-Year High Despite Overall Drop in Incidents

The Anti-Defamation League reports 203 physical assaults in 2025, up from 196 the prior year, even as total antisemitic incidents fell 33%.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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ICE to End Shortened Training Programs After Bipartisan Criticism, Reports Say

The agency will revert to 72 days of training at its Georgia facility after completing a hiring surge that doubled immigration officer ranks to 22,000.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Internet Erupts After CA Dem on Debate Stage Says Illegal Immigrants Are Key Driver of State Growth

Katie Porter's comment at the California gubernatorial debate drew sharp criticism from Republicans who accused her of acknowledging what they describe as Democrats' reliance on illegal immigration for political gain.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

North Korea Revises Constitution to Define Territory, Drop Unification Language

The amendment marks a formal break from decades of pursuing reunification with South Korea and codifies Pyongyang's 'two hostile states' framework.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Dave Chappelle Tells Michelle Obama: 'It's Insufferable What's Happening Right Now'

The comedian appeared on the former first lady's podcast IMO, discussing the overwhelming nature of current events and finding hope in community connection.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Meta Sued by Publishers, Scott Turow Over Alleged Use of Copyrighted Works to Train AI

Class-action lawsuit accuses Meta and Mark Zuckerberg of using millions of pirated books and journal articles to train Llama AI model without permission or compensation.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, May 6, 2026 · 4 min read