Regulations
Under Joe Biden, Woke Banks Run Wild
In Congress, many Democrats have aligned themselves with large financial institutions because they want to allow banks to impose liberalism on the American people.
Congressional Review Act Could Allow Dems to Strike Down Trump-Era Rules
Congressional Democrats and President Joe Biden could move to quickly invalidate many federal rules imposed during the waning days of the administration of former President Donald Trump, with or without the cooperation of Republicans.
Lifestyles of the Rich and Privileged Political Class
In an age of unprecedented government spending and debt—and unconstitutional government power and control—more members of Congress become millionaires while in office than ever before.
California Gov. Newsom Self-isolating with Family after COVID Exposure
The governor has not been in direct contact with anyone with COVID-19, but his three children have been exposed to someone with the disease.
Brides Angry at Mass. Gov. Baker for Slashing Guest List During COVID-19
The number of outside guests allowed at events will be cut by 50 percent on Tuesday in the state of Massachusetts, with possible fines for those who disobey the regulations.
Capitalism Must Prioritize the Dignity of Labor
There is a rising bipartisan awareness of how forward-thinking capitalism must focus on labor dignity and workers' rights.
New Phase in U.S.-China Relations Poses Challenge for the Private Sector
The private sector will need to learn how to respond to the current geopolitical climate.
How Trump Can Weaponize the DACA Decision and Cut Taxes
The president could take the concept of deferred action and use it to unleash economic growth.
FDA Loosens Approval Process for Coronavirus Tests
FDA Commissioner Hahn said the new policies would help address "urgent public health concerns by helping to expand the number and variety of diagnostic tests, as well as available testing capabilities in health care settings, and reference and commercial laboratories."
Democratic Senators Send Letter Urging Updates to Toy Gun Regulations
A 1989 study found that FBI recruits were unable to differentiate between fake weapons and actual firearms in real time.
Majority of Democrat, Republican Voters Want Tougher Wall Street Regulation
One thing U.S. voters can agree on regardless of party: Increased regulations on Wall Street and banking institutions.
U.S. Senators Call For More Prominent Markings on Toy Guns
The senators wrote that it's "past due time" to update the 1989-era regulations on toy guns.
Here's How Trump Has Changed Environmental Regulations
The president celebrated his second year in office by speaking out against climate change, tweeting about the cold weather on the East Coast before adding that it "wouldn't be bad to have a little of that good old fashioned Global Warming right now!"
Ocasio Cortez: US Can Fight Climate Change Like Nazis
New York Democratic congressional primary winner Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez compared the "existential threat" posed by climate change to that of Nazi Germany during World War II.
McConnell Delays Gun Debate to Queue Up Bank Bill Vote
The Senate Majority Leader scheduled a banking reform bill for consideration this week, effectively delaying a debate on gun control in Congress's upper chamber as much of the country turns to Capitol Hill for stricter firearms regulations.
Trump Brings Back Coal Miner Jobs, but Deaths Soar
President Trump is putting coal miners back to work, but experts say he's doing it at the expense of their health and safety.
Women Want Gun Control More Than Men, New Poll Shows
"The horror of Sandy Hook still resonates, especially with women."
FDA Unveils Proposed Guidelines for Homeopathic Meds
The FDA would start looking more closely at manufacturers of homeopathic remedies intended for young children and older people if these new guidelines pass.
Is Marijuana the New Craft Beer?
"The same way that craft beer started and, for the longest time, was ignored and then exploded, there's no reason why the same thing wouldn't happen in this space."
Houston Is Drowning—In Its Freedom From Regulations
In less-free cities, the jackbooted thugs in the zoning department impose limits.
Teachers Honored As Challenges Mount
Teachers' Day is a decades-old observance aimed at thanking educators, which may be especially necessary in Trump's America.
Making Encrypted Messaging Apps Comply With Regulations
Many within capital markets communicate using WhatsApp, WeChat, and Telegram—and these will have to become compliant.
DOT Grounds Airline Fee Rule in a Blow to Consumers
Suspended regulation would have required airlines and ticket agents to disclose and separate all fees wherever fare and schedule information is provided.
Laissez-Faire Government Should Concern Every Citizen
Regardless of political belief, Trump's deregulatory push stands to harm peoples' everyday lives.
Watchdogs Step Up as Trump Threatens Consumer Oversight
Consumer advocates feel energized by the thought that government may yield to corporate interests without a fight.
Obama-era Regulations Under Scrutiny by House GOP
Republicans put as much urgency on limiting what they consider overregulation that stifles economic growth as they do on overhauling the tax code and dismantling the Affordable Care Act.
Trump Signs Exec Order to Cut Federal Regulations Cost
Trump, a businessman turned politician, campaigned on a promise to reduce federal regulations that he said burdened American businesses.
Trump's Regulatory Freeze Could Hurt Rural Communities
Trump won nearly two-thirds of the rural vote in November, with big agricultural states including Iowa, Nebraska, Ohio and Indiana all lining up for the Republican.
Trump's First Act: Rolling Back Obamacare Regulations
President also orders an immediate regulatory freeze for all government agencies.
GOP May Start Attacking Obamacare Via Regulations
A new health secretary could immediately being weakening Obama's signature domestic achievement.