Wednesday, December 17, 2025 7:13 AM ET
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For California, a first: Formal role for public in fire-recovery policymaking -- Participants in California's deliberative democracy model prioritized permitting, resilience and financial support as foundations of fire recovery.1 day ago
No one has faced trial for 2020 'fake electors' plan. In Wisconsin, it might happen. -- Criminal cases over a "fake elector" scheme to keep Donald Trump in office after his 2020 election loss have mostly run aground. In Wisconsin, a case involving three key figures in the effort might be headed for trial.4 days ago
As inflation weighs on voters, Trump is paying a high price, too -- With his approval rating for economic leadership dropping in polls, President Trump has tried to downplay voters' concerns about affordability. The same problem that tripped up Joe Biden is now dogging Mr. Trump.4 days ago
Texas Senate race sets up moderates vs. fighters – in both parties -- It's been a big month for politics in Texas, after the Supreme Court approved redistricted congressional maps and top candidates solidified running plans. The Senate race emerged as a marquee race with distinct choices in both the Democratic and GOP primaries.4 days ago
Only 2% of US students who study abroad are Black men. Meet Tremaine Collins, of Tokyo. -- Study abroad benefits can be life-changing, in terms of retention, economic capital, and upward mobility. So why do so few Black men get that opportunity?4 days ago
Tracking pandemic aid fraud: Five years on, the toll continues to grow -- A high-profile fraud case in Minnesota has spotlighted the lack of safeguards during the COVID-19 pandemic surrounding funds intended to prop up vulnerable Americans. The looting of taxpayer dollars holds lessons about the social safety net and the federal bureaucracy that oversees it.5 days ago
Congress considers ban on member stock trades, going beyond transparency -- Some in Congress want to ban members from trading in stocks to counter possible insider trading. At present, the rules mostly cover disclosure issues.7 days ago
How Trump's use of pardon power is breaking the mold -- President Trump has expanded the use of pardons in his second term. Critics say some of his clemency grants could amount to a threat to democracy.8 days ago
Why US mass killings have dropped to a 20-year low, though violence persists -- The U.S. is on track to record the lowest level of mass killings, including deadly shootings, in two decades. Causes of violence are complex, but prevention programs and community health may play a role in the shift.1 day ago
Salute or push back? When a military order's legality is in question. -- With military leaders in the spotlight over drug boat attacks, how do troops know when to follow orders and when to push back?11 days ago
90 years ago, the Supreme Court limited whom presidents can fire. Trump wants to reverse that. -- For nearly a century, U.S. Supreme Court precedent has restricted the president's ability to fire heads of independent federal agencies. That precedent could soon be overturned.7 days ago
Educators for young children are in short supply. How one city is changing that. -- Finding and keeping educators for America's youngest learners can be a challenge. In San Francisco, an apprenticeship model is boosting teaching ranks, while also improving access to child care.12 days ago
Warily watching US-Russia talks, Ukrainians vow not to surrender -- As U.S. and Russian negotiators met, and European leaders scrambled to make a peace deal palatable to Kyiv, Ukrainians were wary bystanders to talks over their future. But their view is firm: Yes to compromise, No to capitulation.12 days ago