Politics

Members of Congress have been working to pass legislation that would make social media platforms a safer place for teens.

Lawmakers back surgeon general’s call for warning on social media platforms

Secretary Mayorkas reports a drop in U.S.-Mexico border crossings following President Biden's executive order limiting asylum claims.

Mayorkas reports drop in US-Mexico border crossings after Biden order

Boeing CEO testifies before Congress on manufacturing fixes, following recent safety concerns with the 737 MAX aircraft.

Boeing CEO to testify before Senate committee

President Joe Biden takes executive action to protect undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens.

Biden administration announces protection for undocumented spouses of US citizens

Former President Trump tried to court voters in Michigan while President Biden held a mega-fundraiser in Los Angeles.

Trump targets Black voters with attack on Biden immigration policy

China, Philippines clash in South China Sea; collision near Second Thomas Shoal fuels diplomatic tensions.

China, Philippines clash over South China Sea ship collision

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign allegedly sent 70,000 unsolicited texts to Arizona State University students urging them to vote.

LA school district joins growing number of schools considering cellphone bans

Puerto Rico's election commission reported an issue with Dominion voting machines used in its primary, which have also been used in the U.S.

Puerto Rico officials: Dominion software issue to blame for errors in vote counts

CNN has announced new rules ahead of the first 2024 presidential debate set in Atlanta in under two weeks.

CNN announces new rules for first 2024 presidential debate

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved his war cabinet as his military announces "tactical pause" in Gaza.

Netanyahu dissolves war cabinet as IDF announces ‘tactical pause’ in Rafah

DEI initiatives gained momentum in 2020, however, recent controversies and legal challenges have led some companies to cut DEI roles.

As some companies move away from DEI policies, proponents push for more

Rep. Luna, R-Fla., wants to ban high fructose corn syrup and three out of the nine FDA approved color additives.

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna wants to ban high-fructose corn syrup

Harvard and Montana Technological University researchers propose aliens might be among us despite no evidence in recent government reports

Harvard thought experiment suggests aliens may be among us

The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a Trump-era bump stock ban from 2018. Biden responded by calling on Congress to pass a ban on bump stocks.

Supreme Court strikes down Trump-era bump stock ban in blow to ATF

In a special election for Ohio's Sixth Congressional District, Republican Michael Rulli, won by nine points. Democrats see it as good news.

Republican wins a special election, but it’s good news for Democrats. Why?

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, D, is considering a face mask ban on subways to help prevent antisemitic crimes.

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul considers face mask ban to combat antisemitic crime

Attempts to block Title IX revisions and another lawsuit recently upheld by the Supreme Court affect nearly 700 schools across 48 states.

Judge blocks Biden’s Title IX LGBTQ+ protections in 4 states

New Jersey is stockpiling a six-month supply of mifepristone to ensure future abortion access amid Republican threats.

Supreme Court preserves access to abortion pill

Last year, Texas lawmakers passed a bill that required armed officers in every school. Nine months later, research shows that isn't the case.

Survey: Texas promised armed guards at every school, most don’t have them

Former President Donald Trump spoke about his campaign strategy and policy during a visit with congressional Republicans.

Trump visits Republicans on Capitol Hill, says he wants to eliminate taxes on tips

In a bipartisan vote, the Armed Services Committee approved a pay raise for junior enlisted troops, now it faces White House opposition.

19.5% pay raise for junior enlisted troops faces White House opposition

In a unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that mifepristone — the pill used in 60% of U.S. abortions — can remain accessible.

Supreme Court says abortion pill can stay on the market; IVF debate continues

Wyoming election officials are grappling with the legality of an AI-assisted candidate running for mayor of Cheyenne.

AI-assisted mayoral candidate in Wyoming sparks legal questions

Biden administration faces a lawsuit from the ACLU and immigrant groups after closing U.S. southern border, restricting asylum claims.

ACLU sues Biden administration over new asylum rule