A Clemency Expert on Why Trump’s Pardon of Arpaio Is Both Legal and Troubling
The presidential pardon power is limited only by shame and politics, one expert says, and Trump is beholden to neither.
An Alarming Number of California Whales Are Getting Caught in Fishing Lines
California has seen a record-breaking number of whale entanglements over the last three years. Now, the Center for Biological Diversity is suing the state for failing to protect its endangered species.
Trump Revives Program That Militarized Local Police Forces
President Obama curtailed a program transferring surplus military gear to local and state police after the protests in Ferguson, Missouri. Now Trump wants to restore the program in the name of officer safety.
Trump Blocks New Transgender Troops, Leaves Existing Service Members’ Fate Up to Mattis
The president's directive comes one month after declaring on Twitter that transgender troops would no longer be allowed to serve in any capacity.
ICE Moves Detainees Out of Hurricane Harvey’s Path While Border Patrol Checkpoints Remain Open
Immigration checkpoints remained open as thousands evacuated the state's coastal cities.
How Electroconvulsive Therapy Became a Nazi Weapon
Though electroconvulsive therapy is a safe and effective treatment for mental illness, its connection to Nazi war crimes has contributed to the treatment's continued stigma today.
Hurricane Harvey Could Be the Strongest Storm to Hit the U.S. Since 2005
There's a massive storm coming to the Lone Star State. Is disaster relief prepared?
Just a Few Minutes of Mindfulness Could Help Curb Your Drinking
Alcohol abuse is often preceded by heavy drinking, and researchers hope mindfulness could help teach drinkers restraint before it's too late.
Ryan Zinke Recommends Changes to a ‘Handful’ of National Monuments
No word yet from the White House on whether or not Trump will accept Zinke's recommendations.
Exxon Pushes Back Against Harvard Scientists’ Findings That the Company Misled the Public
Exxon claims the study was paid for by activists. It was published in a reputable, peer-reviewed journal.