Real‑time updates on legislation, court rulings, religious freedom cases, and cultural shifts that affect the Church in America.
Republicans on House panel seek criminal probes of abortion providers
Posted on Thursday, December 22, 2016
The Republican chairman of a congressional panel wrapping up its investigation into the medical and business practices of abortion providers said Wednesday it has submitted 15 criminal referrals to federal and state officials for further investigation into possible…
Ohio Gov Signs Abortion Bill Banning Operation After 20 Weeks
Posted on Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Ohio Gov. John Kasich signed a bill into law Tuesday that effectively bans abortions for women who have been pregnant for at least 20 weeks, according to a new report. The Republican also vetoed the so-called "Heartbeat Bill,"…
Federal judge halts recount, sealing Trump’s Michigan win
Posted on Thursday, December 8, 2016
A federal judge who ordered Michigan to begin its recount effectively ended it on Wednesday, tying his decision to a state court ruling that found Green Party candidate Jill Stein had no legal standing to request another look…
Planned Parenthood sues three states over regulations on abortions
Posted on Thursday, December 1, 2016
In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down safety requirements on abortion clinics in Texas, Planned Parenthood and other pro-choice groups are suing three states over their regulations, including a ban on abortions after 20…
FBI and NSA Poised to Gain New Surveillance Powers Under Trump
Posted on Wednesday, November 30, 2016
The FBI, National Security Agency and CIA are likely to gain expanded surveillance powers under President-elect Donald Trump and a Republican-controlled Congress, a prospect that has privacy advocates and some lawmakers trying to mobilize opposition.
Obama to anti-Trump protesters: March on
Posted on Friday, November 18, 2016
President Obama, speaking at a press conference in Germany, passed up the opportunity Thursday to tamp down the anti-Donald Trump protests back home -- urging those taking part not to remain "silent."
Holiday Season Could Be Target for Terrorists, DHS Says
Posted on Wednesday, November 16, 2016
U.S. officials issued a somber warning today that the coming holiday season could mean "opportunities for violent extremists" to strike, especially as terrorist groups are squeezed abroad.
