The Office for Civil Rights has been divided into three main divisions to allow HHS to better focus on combatting different aspects of discrimination in the U.S. The…
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When Voters Write the Law
Voters participate not only in choosing elected officials but also in deciding specific laws and constitutional changes through ballot measures. How ballot initiatives and other voter-initiated measures provide an additional mechanism for voters to decide specific policy questions
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President Trump Calls for Arab Nations to Join Abraham Accords
CENTCOM announced that strikes against Iran on Monday were “self-defense.” The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that strikes made against Iran on Monday were defensive in nature, as…
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Education Department Expands IDEA Funding for Students With Disabilities
New federal guidance lets states use IDEA funds to support expectant parents preparing for disability-related services The U.S. Department of Education announced a $144 million increase in funding…
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Secret Service Shoot Gunman at White House Checkpoint
The suspect opened fire at a White House entrance on Saturday evening. The White House locked down Saturday evening after a man opened fire at a gate of…
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Labor Department Clarifies English Proficiency Rules for Commercial Drivers
New guidance affects labor certification applications for foreign commercial motor vehicle operators. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued new guidance requiring foreign workers in commercial motor vehicle…
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Director of National Intelligence Resigns Due to Husband’s Diagnosis
Gabbard said she will help with the transition to a new DNI and leave office June 30. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced that she would be…
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President Announces Pause of Plan to Attack Iran
He said that the heads of Middle Eastern countries requested a delay to allow negotiations to take place. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the military strikes…
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Understanding Voting in America
The history of voting shows that participation has never been static. It has always required attention, effort, and at times, patience. What does it take to protect our right to vote? How can we
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VA Reports Record Increase in Screenings for Suicide Risk and Follow-up Care
Department says more veterans are receiving screenings and timely evaluations as part of suicide prevention efforts. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced record levels of screenings for…
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