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As Washington grapples with a prolonged shutdown, states take charge, challenging federal overreach and exploring innovative policies. From lawsuits to preserve food aid to pioneering electoral reforms in New York, states are becoming arenas for experimentation and reform. Initiatives like the Brennan Center's focus on state courts and the Partnership for Southern Impact highlight the growing role of states in shaping the nation's future amid federal gridlock.
Farmers in the U.S. face financial struggles due to tariffs and potential ACA subsidy expiration, impacting insurance costs.
The Trump administration halts a $1 billion affordable housing program, affecting projects crucial for low-income Americans, AP reports.
Less than a month ago, Jessica Fair was a historical architect at Valley Forge, but now she's unemployed and unsure.
President Trump's administration faces criticism from First Amendment advocates for actions perceived as threats to free speech, including targeting activists and media outlets.
President Trump overstepped his authority by freezing foreign aid, a judge ruled, but stopped short of reviving contracts.
Democrats in Michigan oppose a resolution requiring extra citizenship proof for voting, citing barriers for voters.
The U.S. Supreme Court reopens a case on a Nazi-stolen Pissarro painting, challenging its current Spanish museum ownership.
Garlin Gilchrist II, Michigan's first Black lieutenant governor, enters the 2026 governor race focusing on housing, health.
In the 2024 election run-up, AI-triggered disruptions like deepfake videos and misinformation eroded trust in democracy, highlighting global implications.
FBI's James Dennehy resigns after resisting Trump’s purge of agents investigating January 6 rioters, raising concerns over political retaliation.