What is in light of?

"In light of" is an English prepositional phrase used to indicate that something is being considered or taken into account due to new information or circumstances. It suggests that the subject or decision at hand is influenced or altered because of this new perspective or context. For example:

• "In light of recent events, the company has decided to revise its policies."
• "In light of the new evidence presented, the case was reopened."

The phrase often precedes a discussion or explanation about how the new information affects the previous understanding or actions. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to convey that considerations are being reassessed due to updated information.