Four former Hong Kong lawmakers – Claudia Mo, Gary Fan, Jeremy Tam, and Kwok Ka-ki – have been released from prison after serving four years and two months for conspiracy to commit subversion under the national security law. They were part of the "Hong Kong 47" group arrested for...
Harris County, Texas, is suing the Trump administration over a federal reorganization deemed unlawful. County Judge Lina Hidalgo and County Attorney Christian Menefee claim the restructuring has caused widespread federal layoffs, threatening Social Security offices and emergency services, particularly crucial as hurricane season approaches. They cite CNN data...
The White House accused Amazon of being "hostile and political" after a report suggested the company would display tariff-related price increases. The report, disputed by Amazon, claimed this would show consumers are bearing the cost of Trump's tariffs, contradicting his claims. Amazon stated that a similar idea was...
The Trump administration has frozen or stalled approximately $430 billion in federal funds, impacting programs ranging from disease research to disaster aid. Top Democrats, Senators Patty Murray and Representative Rosa DeLauro, have launched an online tracker documenting these actions, which they deem an "unprecedented and dangerous" assault on vital...
Columbia University student Mohsen Mahdawi, arrested after a citizenship interview, alleges his detention is retaliatory for his pro-Palestinian activism. Mahdawi, a lawful permanent resident, was detained by masked Homeland Security agents in Vermont. The Justice Department claims his activities undermine U.S. policy and combatting antisemitism, a claim his...
The European Court of Justice ruled against Malta's controversial citizenship-for-investment scheme, deeming it incompatible with EU law. The scheme, which granted EU citizenship to wealthy investors, including sanctioned Russians, was suspended after the Ukraine invasion. Malta pledged compliance, stating past recipients won't be affected. The EU Commission...
Israel's government reversed its decision to fire Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, ending a legal battle. Bar, who announced his resignation effective June 15, 2025, cited the need for an orderly transition. The government's initial dismissal, contested by the Attorney General's office and petitioners, was argued to stem from...
President Trump's first 100 days of his second term have been marked by an unprecedented number of executive orders, exceeding 130, and the declaration of multiple national emergencies. This has led to concerns about executive overreach among legal experts, who deem his actions unparalleled. Trump defends his actions...
Donald Trump's first 100 days in office drastically altered US foreign policy. He frayed alliances, alienated allies, cut aid to Ukraine, and emboldened rivals. His administration, operating largely through executive action, impacted military might, soft power, trade, and immigration. Critics cite a lack of competence and trust,...
President Trump's first 100 days in office are being compared to FDR's, marking a significant shift in American political history. Trump's actions are described as ending the progressive New Deal era and beginning a populist "Golden Age" focused on prioritizing American interests. This period is seen as highly consequential,...
