Want CNET to notify you of price drops and the latest stories?
No, thank you
Accept

Politics

Keep up with the issues shaping the modern world.

News Politics Social Media Privacy Misinformation
Women Are Earth's Biggest Allies. It's Time to Let Them Heal the Planet

Women Are Earth's Biggest Allies. It's Time to Let Them Heal the Planet

Commentary: The strong female voices in climate activism deserve to be heard -- and heeded.

by
Where Is Marijuana Legal?

Where Is Marijuana Legal?

Oklahomans voted against adult-use marijuana, but it's still legal in 21 states.

by
The US Is Finally Dealing With the Exploitation of Child Influencers

The US Is Finally Dealing With the Exploitation of Child Influencers

Washington state is taking steps to be the first in the US to regulate the child influencer industry.

Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg feels the burn in Congress hearings

Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg feels the burn in Congress hearings

The CEO sits through hours of questions as lawmakers slam him during two congressional appearances this week.

Facebook now faces 47 attorneys general in antitrust probe

Facebook now faces 47 attorneys general in antitrust probe

The investigation has picked up support from across the US.

Latest

Where Is Marijuana Legal?

Oklahomans voted against adult-use marijuana, but it's still legal in 21 states.
by

Biden's Pro-Net Neutrality Nominee Withdraws, Leaving FCC Deadlocked

Gigi Sohn takes herself out of the running to become a member of the FCC. The move follows more than a year of debate and hearings.
by

Supreme Court Hears Google, Twitter Cases That Could Shake Up the Internet

The highest court in the US heard oral arguments on Tuesday and Wednesday targeting Big Tech that could reshape online speech.
by

Jimmy Carter Enters Hospice Care

After a series of hospital stays, the oldest living president in US history has decided to forgo further medical intervention.
by

The US Is Finally Dealing With the Exploitation of Child Influencers

Washington state is taking steps to be the first in the US to regulate the child influencer industry.
by

State of the Union 2023: Where to Watch It Tonight

There are multiple ways to watch President Biden's annual address, which starts 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT.
by

US Shoots Down Suspected Chinese Spy Balloon Over Atlantic

The balloon drifted over the US for several days, with China maintaining that it was primarily for meteorological research and had flown off course.
by

Apple, Google Called Out in Biden Administration Report on Mobile App Stores

The report says a lack of competition potentially harms consumers, with higher prices. The companies push back.
by

DOJ Sues Google Again, Attacking Its Online Ad Dominance

The Department of Justice and eight states want to try to increase competition by forcing Google to sell off its ad business.
by

What Happened at the Ticketmaster Senate Hearing: Taylor Swift, Bots and More

Senators scold Ticketmaster over the Taylor Swift ticket sale debacle.
by
See More