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State of the Union ‘a win for decency and decorum.’ Republicans keep their composure — at least in the chamber
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State of the Union ‘a win for decency and decorum.’ Republicans keep their composure — at least in the chamber

Ahead of the 2024 State of the Union Address, House Speaker Mike Johnson urged his Republican colleagues to maintain decorum.
Have the Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primary outlived their usefulness?
A stack of identical pins featuring a white background and red text that reads "Iowa 2024" for the state's early voting.

Have the Iowa caucuses and New Hampshire primary outlived their usefulness?

Early voting states like Iowa and New Hampshire are becoming less relevant in presidential elections, say Northeastern experts.
Should Clarence Thomas recuse himself in the Colorado case?
Clarence Thomas posing for a portrait at the Supreme Court building.

Should Clarence Thomas recuse himself in the Colorado case?

“He absolutely should, but I don’t think he will,” says Jeremy R. Paul, a professor of law and former dean of the Northeastern School of Law.
How might the Supreme Court approach the Colorado ruling on Donald Trump’s ballot eligibility?
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How might the Supreme Court approach the Colorado ruling on Donald Trump’s ballot eligibility?

There are numerous scenarios that could play out. But a law expert says the Supreme Court “really has no choice” but to review the matter.
Will Catholic justices on the US Supreme Court be influenced by the pope’s softer stance on same-sex couples?
Same sex couple receiving a blessing by a priest in Germany.

Will Catholic justices on the US Supreme Court be influenced by the pope’s softer stance on same-sex couples?

Will Catholic justices on the US Supreme Court be influenced by the pope's softer stance on same-sex couples? Experts say it's unlikely.
Why was it so hard to expel George Santos from Congress? Because the system is working as designed, legal expert says
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Why was it so hard to expel George Santos from Congress? Because the system is working as designed, legal expert says

Expelling the New York Republican congressman from the House is a rare step for Congress, but it's not just because of Santos' lies.
Leaders in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol were sentenced to about 20 years in prison. Was that fair?
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Leaders in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol were sentenced to about 20 years in prison. Was that fair?

The leaders of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, will spend up to almost two decades in prison. Are these sentences too harsh?
Term limits amendment faces extraordinary uphill battle — as it did in the ’90s
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Term limits amendment faces extraordinary uphill battle — as it did in the ’90s

Law professor Jeremy Paul discusses the feasibility of introducing new term limits and recent efforts to push for change.
Should there be a maximum age limit for elected politicians?
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell stands behind a podium at a press conference inside of a room in Washington with Sen. Roy Blunt, Sen. Rick Scott, Sen. John Barrasso, and Sen. Joni Ernst standing behind him.

Should there be a maximum age limit for elected politicians?

While many Americans support a maximum age limit for politicians, such restrictions can be difficult to put into place, experts explain.
The Supreme Court struck down affirmative action. But diversity on college campuses is still possible, experts say

The Supreme Court struck down affirmative action. But diversity on college campuses is still possible, experts say

Following the Supreme Court’s ruling on affirmative action, colleges will use a whole variety of admissions techniques that are race-neutral