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California Governor Signs Law Prohibiting Use of Electric Shock Gloves by Law Enforcement

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.

Washington Examiner

Conservative Groups and GOP Senators Organize Summit to Address Attorney Disciplinary Proceedings

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.

Fox News — Politics

Supreme Court to Review Trump's Third-Country Deportation Policy

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.

Fox News — Latest

Supreme Court Reviews Trump Administration's Third-Country Deportation Policy

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.

PBS NewsHour

Utah House Candidates McAdams and Owen Participate in Midterm Debate

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.

Al Jazeera English

Evicted 87-year-old woman to return to Madrid home after protests

Protests in Spain have led to an agreement for 87-year-old Maria del Carmen Abascal to return to her home with a reduced rent of about $570 per month. The agreement follows her eviction due to a significant rent increase by a real estate firm. The Spanish government is also preparing a package of measures to extend tenant protections, although it may face opposition.

Fox News — Politics

FBI Deputy Director Andrew Bailey Announces Departure, Cites Family Reasons

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.

Washington Examiner

OpenAI Official Discusses AI's Role in Health Advice at MAHA Summit

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.

The Hill

AI Industry Leaders Sign Self-Policing Pledge at White House Meeting

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.

PBS NewsHour

Trump Announces AI Accord with Tech Leaders for Self-Regulation

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.

Axios

Trump and AI Leaders Agree to Voluntary Standards for Industry Oversight

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.

Al Jazeera English

US Sanctions 10 Entities Allegedly Supporting Iran's Military

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.