Policy

R-1 Visa Rule Change Lifts Longtime Burden on Religious Workers

The R-1 visa rule requiring a one-year stay abroad after five years was eliminated, easing pressure on religious workers and Korean American churches.

Crime Is Down in LA, but LAPD Shootings Just Hit a 10-Year High

LAPD officer-involved shootings hit a 10-year high even as violent crime declined in LA, highlighting concerns over police responses to mental health crises.

Democrats Slam ICE in Public but Quietly Move to Fund It With Conditions

The ICE funding debate highlights how Democrats seek oversight by attaching conditions to DHS funding despite public calls to defund the agency.

Up to $1 Trillion in Wealth Is Already Fleeing California Over Billionaire Tax Fears

California’s billionaire tax proposal is prompting early capital flight fears as its retroactive design reshapes behavior before voters decide.

Korean American Day Marks 123 Years With Events and Resolutions Across the US

The 123rd Korean American Day is marked nationwide with community events and legislative resolutions across local and federal levels.

After Decades, USCIS Brings Back Neighborhood Checks for Citizenship Applicants

USCIS neighborhood investigation returns as officers contact neighbors and employers to review citizenship applicants’ character and residence.

Tax Filing Season Opens Jan. 26

Deadline Set for April 15; No Disaster-Related Extensions in California The 2025 federal income tax filing season will officially begin on Monday, Jan. 26, the...

Federal Government Flags California as Major ICE Enforcement Target

The California ICE crackdown is set to expand after federal authorities named the state a priority, raising conflict with sanctuary city policies.

When do you get Trump’s ‘$2,000 Check’? Sounds political!

Tariff Dividend Pledged Repeatedly, but Experts Say Path to Reality Is UnclearRevenue Shortfalls and Legal Questions Cloud OutlookIRS Warns Public of Scam Texts and...

Trump Shifts Fraud Fight to California, Accuses Newsom of Deep Corruption

Trump fraud investigation claims expand to California as Trump targets Gov. Gavin Newsom following Gov. Tim Walz’s reelection withdrawal.