California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law on September 29, 2026, prohibiting law enforcement from using electric shock gloves. The ban, effective next year until 2030, follows ICE's plan to equip officers with the gloves. The law aims to enhance oversight of immigration enforcement and requires a safety study by the state Justice Department by 2029.
Conservative organizations and Republican senators are convening in Washington on Wednesday to address attorney disciplinary proceedings they term 'barfare.' The summit aims to organize a response to perceived political motivations behind disciplinary actions against lawyers representing Trump and his allies, featuring speakers such as Associate Attorney General Stanley Woodward and Senator Mike Lee.
President Trump has proposed Jay Clayton, the Director of National Intelligence, as a candidate for the AI czar position. Trump is looking to fill this role quickly amid increasing calls for government oversight of AI technology. The specific duties of the czar are still being defined, and Trump aims to make a selection within the next few days.
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to continue deporting illegal aliens to third countries while it reviews a legal challenge to this policy. The court's decision stays a previous ruling that imposed additional procedural requirements for such removals. The case will be argued in December 2026.
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to continue its policy of deporting illegal aliens to third countries while it reviews a legal challenge to this policy. The court's decision stays a lower court ruling that imposed additional procedural requirements for such deportations. The case is set to be argued in December 2026.
Ben McAdams and Riley Owen are set to debate in Utah for the First Congressional District seat. The debate will take place at Salt Lake Community College and is hosted by the Utah Debate Commission. This event follows a legal ruling on redistricting that altered the congressional map in Utah.
Andrew Bailey, the outgoing co-deputy director of the FBI, announced his departure to return to Missouri and raise his four children. He emphasized that his decision was not influenced by turmoil within the bureau and defended FBI Director Kash Patel against accusations regarding the agency's leadership. Bailey highlighted his contributions to child protection efforts and the transformation of federal law enforcement during his tenure.
A judge has determined that the Justice Department unlawfully withheld grants aimed at addressing domestic violence. The ruling highlighted a condition that restricted grantees from pursuing activities that contradicted executive orders.
A federal judge has determined that the Justice Department unlawfully withheld grants aimed at combating domestic violence. The ruling highlighted a condition that restricted grantees from engaging in activities contrary to executive orders.
Felipe Millon, head of Government Go to Market at OpenAI, stated at the Make America Healthy Again Summit that not consulting AI chatbots for health advice could be deemed 'medical malpractice.' He emphasized the importance of AI in providing additional perspectives for diagnoses while clarifying that AI should complement, not replace, traditional medical care.
A Quinnipiac University poll reveals that Republicans are currently 12 points behind Democrats in the race for the House of Representatives. The poll shows 51 percent of registered voters favoring Democrats for a majority, compared to 39 percent for Republicans.
On September 29, 2026, AI industry leaders signed a self-policing pledge during a White House meeting attended by President Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson. The agreement, known as "The White House Accord on Superintelligence Joint Commitment on Frontier SI Responsibilities," includes voluntary commitments for AI developers.
President Donald Trump announced a voluntary accord signed by leaders of artificial intelligence companies aimed at self-regulation during a meeting at the White House. The accord includes internal and external reviews of AI technology. Trump emphasized that the U.S. government would not impose restrictions on AI development, framing the competition as primarily between the U.S. and China.
On September 29, 2026, President Trump announced that leading AI executives have agreed to voluntary standards for industry oversight. The agreement aims to enhance transparency and accountability within the sector, with companies committing to internal risk assessments and external audits. Further details on the implementation of these standards are expected soon.
The Defense Secretary plans to reduce the number of top military officers by up to 20 percent. This announcement is anticipated to be made soon, as reported by officials.
The US has sanctioned 10 entities from China, Pakistan, Turkiye, Iran, and Saudi Arabia for allegedly supporting Iran's military. This action is part of Operation Economic Outcast, aimed at restricting Iran's access to global markets. The sanctions target firms accused of procuring weapons for Iran's military, amidst ongoing conflicts involving Iran, the US, and Israel.
Latino leaders have signed a letter urging President Trump to take action to protect long-term undocumented immigrants. The letter highlights the recent killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, an undocumented immigrant who had resided in the U.S. for many years.
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has announced its 2026 fellows class, which includes 20 individuals recognized for their exceptional creativity across various disciplines. Each fellow will receive $800,000 over five years to support their work, with a notable focus on historical themes and social justice. The fellows include artists, scholars, and economists who aim to address issues of memory, identity, and economic inequality.
The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration's policy of deporting certain immigrants to third countries to proceed, overturning a lower court ruling that deemed the process unlawful. The court will hear oral arguments in December regarding the legal questions raised by the policy. Concerns have been raised about the safety of individuals facing deportation under this policy.
We use first-party cookies only — for login, preferences, and aggregate
analytics with hashed IPs. No third-party trackers.
Read more