“[Trump’s] proposal of deporting the 11 to 15 million undocumented people would crash the U.S. economy.” -@nayna_gupta CQR looks at Trump’s agenda for immigrants and more, and why some supporters say his plans are “the will of the American people.”

Less than 2 weeks into his presidency, Trump has already signed a flurry of executive orders, upended staffing, challenged political norms and more. Will his second term be a threat to democracy? CQR digs into the debate.

President Trump has vowed to increase the Child Tax Credit, but is it enough to cover child care costs for struggling U.S. families? CQR digs into the debate.

Child care is one of the costliest monthly expenses for many U.S. families. Despite this, providers usually aren’t paid well and lack support, fueling a worker shortage and high turnover. So where is the money going?

Trump’s @HHSGov pick RFK Jr. has called for ending #fluroide in community drinking water over potential health risks to children. But many medical experts still endorse the practice, citing minimal danger and dental benefits. CQR digs into the debate.

~63% of Americans use fluoridated drinking water. But dozens of cities and towns are now rethinking this practice over possible health concerns. Are the risks real? @lornacollier investigates.

Hospitals aren’t always conducive to recovery, some health advocates argue. It’s loud and disruptive. But an emerging alternative, Hospital at Home, can help fix that. But does the approach put patient safety at risk?

“A good portion of what can be done on a brick-and-mortar hospital floor can be done in the home, with equivalent or better results.” -- @drpippa of @medically_home CQR looks at the growing Hospital at Home movement.

RT @IMAKglobal: In a sweeping report on drug pricing in the U.S., @cqresearcher explains how drug companies’ abuse of the patent system dri…

Last month, Congress passed a stopgap funding bill comprising many measures, including extending the Acute Hospital Care at Home program through March 31. What exactly is the program, and is it sufficient?

The wealthiest members of Congress, from both political parties, hold tens of millions in private equity investments. This can be a conflict of interest when voting on certain legislation, especially bills that aim to regulate the industry.

Private equity has its hands in nearly every industry today, often resulting in massive layoffs, higher costs, bankruptcy and more. Some legislators say more regulation is needed, but experts disagree on how to go about it. @KaplanInk reports.

Applied behavior analysis is often considered the gold standard for autism treatments. However, a majority of patients and a growing number of researchers say the approach is more harmful than helpful. New CQR examines the debate.

1 out of 36 U.S. children are diagnosed as autistic. This number has massively increased over the past few decades. @rachel_fairbank explains why and the debates around the surge.

This year, Medicare negotiated prices for 10 of the most commonly used drugs, set to take effect in 2026. But the future of this initiative remains in limbo, especially amid the incoming Trump administration. New CQR examines the issue of U.S. drug costs.

The U.S. pays the highest costs for drugs in the world, with 3 out of 4 American adults saying their prescriptions are unaffordable. Why are they so expensive, and how should the issue be addressed?

The movement for U.S. single-payer health care has gained momentum over the years. Proponents contend universal coverage is the only way to ensure health care for all, but critics say it’s disruptive, costly and unnecessary.

Affordable Care Act subsidies are set to expire next year. With a GOP Congress, they’re not expected to be extended. @MaryEllenNY reports on how the ACA changed the health landscape, and how it could be affected by a second Trump administration.

The U.S. federal minimum wage has not changed since 2009. It’s still at $7.25 an hour, despite many attempts by lawmakers over the years to raise it. Why do they keep failing?

Four states voted on measures to raise the minimum wage this month. Voters in California and Massachusetts said no; Alaska and Missouri said yes. New CQR explores the U.S. minimum wage.