Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the termination of the Department of Defense's Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) program, calling it a "woke" Biden initiative. Despite its origins under the Trump administration and bipartisan support, including from Marco Rubio and Ivanka Trump, Hegseth claims the program burdens the military. Experts...
China released a video on social media criticizing President Trump's trade war, accusing the US of economic bullying and urging international solidarity. The video depicts a history of alleged US economic aggression, contrasting it with China's portrayal as a reliable trade partner. While not explicitly mentioning current tariffs,...
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) sued the Trump administration for attempting to illegally remove three board members. The White House abruptly notified the directors of their termination without explanation. The CPB argues it's a private corporation, not a government entity, and therefore the President lacks the authority...
President Trump's first 100 days have seen a flurry of activity fulfilling campaign promises, marked by executive orders and policy changes. His actions, however, face legal challenges, and some goals, like lowering costs while imposing tariffs, seem contradictory. The long-term impact remains uncertain, with some initiatives still in their...
President Trump removed three CPB board members, prompting a lawsuit from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB). The CPB argues that Trump lacks the authority to remove board members, citing federal law and Supreme Court precedent. A court hearing was held to consider a temporary restraining order. ...
The EU's Court of Justice ruled that Malta's "golden passport" scheme, allowing citizenship for financial investment (€600,000+), violates EU law. The court deemed the scheme a "commercial transaction," jeopardizing mutual trust between member states. Malta, which suspended the scheme for Russians and Belarusians in 2022, faces potential fines...
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth mistakenly dismantled a Department of Defense program supporting women in security, believing it to be a "woke" initiative. The program, however, is a bipartisan law signed by President Trump in 2017, praised by both Trump administration officials and General Dan Caine for its effectiveness in...
Rep. Angie Craig announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate in Minnesota, setting up a competitive Democratic primary. Craig, who has a history of winning tough races, will face Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and former state Sen. Melisa López Franzen. The open seat, created by Sen. Tina Smith's...
A North Carolina teacher, Chris Meek, developed kidney cancer, potentially linked to PFAS contamination in his drinking water. The EPA recently set federal limits for PFAS in drinking water, but a court challenge looms. The Trump administration must decide whether to uphold these strict standards, which face opposition...
Following the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl LVII victory, Donald Trump's White House visit with the team was overshadowed by his focus on Taylor Swift. Trump, who attended the game, repeatedly mentioned Swift's presence, contrasting her reception with his own, despite both receiving mixed reactions from the crowd. His...
