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What lawmakers are doing to protect deepfake victims like Taylor Swift

Even before pornographic and violent deepfake images of Taylor Swift began circulating widely in recent days, state legislatures across the country were exploring ways to quash such images without the consent of both adults and children. . But in this Taylor-centric era, the issue has gained more attention since she became the target of a […]

Democratic lawmakers urge Biden administration to address ‘authoritarian’ actions by Salvadoran president  

Democratic Party member prompted The Biden administration cited “authoritarian” actions by El Salvador’s president in a letter Tuesday. “We are writing to express our grave concerns about the decline in democracy and increasing reports of human rights violations in El Salvador,” the letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken said. read. “These concerns are particularly […]

Debates flare as lawmakers consider antisemitism laws across the US

Lawmakers in several U.S. states are pushing for laws defining anti-Semitism, sparking debate over free speech and bringing global politics into statehouses. Supporters say the definition of anti-Semitism is critical to discerning when criticism of Israel turns into hatred of Jews. But critics have warned against enacting such language into law, fearing it could stifle […]

Minnesota lawmakers begin debate on allowing physician-assisted suicide

The Minnesota Legislature has begun debating whether the state should allow physician-assisted suicide. The House Health Committee held a hearing before Congress. Democratic Rep. Mike Freiberg, the lead sponsor, cited positive experiences in states such as Oregon and Washington with similar laws. The Minnesota Legislature on Thursday began debating whether the state should join the […]

Trump’s push to deny Biden border victory aggravates lawmakers

As negotiators hope to finalize work on a deal within days, members on both sides are concerned that former President Trump is trying to scrap the border agreement to deny President Biden a victory in Congress. I'm upset. Mr. Trump was a sleeping giant behind the negotiations, but in addition to his victories in Iowa […]

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott proposes $8.6 billion budget to lawmakers

Republican Vermont Governor Phil Scott has proposed an $8.6 billion budget for fiscal year 2025. Scott urged lawmakers not to raise taxes or fees on Vermonters, saying it will be a tough budget year. In 2023, Scott vetoed an $8.5 billion budget, but the Democratic-controlled Congress overrode his veto. Republican Vermont Gov. Phil Scott on […]