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In a unanimous opinion issued Thursday, justices from the state’s first appellate district found that an oversight body in Sonoma County is legally authorized to subpoena the county sheriff’s office while probing whistleblower inquiries.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

They have closely regulated the provision of medical advice, for instance, and authorized malpractice suits when that advice leads to harm.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

Snapchat Board Chair Michael Lynton welcomed shareholder input, noting the company authorized a $500 million stock buyback in November.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

In addition, under the new policy, "all journalist access to the Pentagon will require escort by authorized Department personnel."

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

On July 4, 1956, Eisenhower authorized the first secret U-2 flight over the Soviet Union.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau