Seeking accountability in trucking accidents

In 2024, approximately 5,000 people died in accidents involving trucks, up more than 50% from 15 years ago. And while a new proposed law would strengthen enforcement against truck drivers, safety advocates say it will do nothing against freight brokers – middleman companies that often hire firms with poor safety records. Correspondent Jim Axelrod reports … Read more

With Swalwell and Gonzales out, is Congress entering a new accountability era?

Congress appears to be having a #MeToo, Part 2, moment. This week, Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California and Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas announced their resignations from the U.S. House of Representatives ahead of expected expulsion votes. Both men face serious allegations of sexual misconduct. Notably, each also faced a chorus of calls … Read more

Dem senator warns deportation could let Virginia woman’s illegal immigrant killer ‘escape accountability’

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., is calling on prosecutors to try, convict and punish the undocumented killer of Stephanie Minter, arguing that he must face American justice before he’s ordered to leave the country. Kaine said he fears deportation could be a form of leniency. “I’m not sure … Read more

Tafoya rips Walz ‘dodging’ accountability in hearing, unveils plan to fight fraud: ‘Full weight of the law’

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! EXCLUSIVE: Minnesota Republican Senate candidate Michele Tafoya slammed Gov. Tim Walz’s testimony on the massive fraud scandal roiling Minnesota during a contentious House hearing on Wednesday and outlined her plan to combat fraud, which she says voters have been clamoring about on the campaign trial.  House Oversight … Read more

How parents are being held responsible after school shootings. Victims’ families weigh in on accountability.

Since the 1999 Columbine high school massacre in Colorado, there have been 84 mass shootings at schools across the United States. Each tragedy is uniquely horrific. But the response from lawmakers has become frustratingly predictable: condolences, partisan rhetoric, and ultimately, inaction. Which is why we took note of how some prosecutors are pursuing these cases. … Read more