During his first 100 days, Donald Trump issued over 100 executive orders, significantly more than any 21st-century president. These orders, many mirroring the ultraconservative 'Project 2025' agenda, have reshaped US policy, particularly in immigration and transgender rights. A quarter of these orders face legal challenges, raising concerns about...
Facing criticism for insufficient pushback against the Trump administration, Democrats are launching a series of high-profile events, including speeches and sit-ins, to demonstrate their opposition. Senate Democrats plan to hold the floor late into the evening, criticizing the first 100 days as "100 days of hell." While acknowledging...
Global military spending surged by nearly 10 percent in 2024, reaching over $2.7 trillion—the largest annual increase since the end of the Cold War. The Ukraine conflict and wars in the Middle East were key drivers. The U.S. remained the top spender at $997 billion, but several other...
Over 50,000 Los Angeles County workers, represented by SEIU Local 721, launched a two-day strike on Monday due to stalled contract negotiations. The strike, the first of its kind involving all union members, impacts libraries, healthcare clinics, and other services. The union alleges 44 labor law violations by...
Donald Trump's second term's first 100 days saw aggressive policy implementation. He issued over 200 executive orders, dismantling Biden-era policies, cracking down on immigration, and pardoning January 6th defendants. Economic policies included a brief, impactful tariff increase and the controversial appointment of Elon Musk to lead the Department...
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's Pentagon tenure is marked by chaos following the firing of top aides and accusations of leaking classified information via unsecured Signal chats. Former staffers describe a "toxic" work environment. While President Trump expresses confidence in Hegseth, criticism mounts from both Democrats and some...
President Trump, in his second term's first 100 days, faces challenges fulfilling campaign promises on the Ukraine and Gaza conflicts. While initially aiming for swift resolutions, negotiations have proven complex. Despite setbacks and public frustration, Trump maintains optimism, claiming progress towards a Ukraine peace deal and blaming Hamas...
Mark Carney's Liberal Party secured a fourth consecutive term in Canada's 2025 election, winning a projected victory according to CBC and CTV News. While a majority isn't yet confirmed, Carney's anti-Trump stance resonated with voters amid concerns over US trade threats. His experience as a former central bank...
President Trump signed an executive order strengthening English proficiency requirements for commercial drivers. The order reverses previous guidance that weakened the existing law, mandating that drivers violating English proficiency rules be placed out-of-service. It also directs a review of state-issued commercial driver's licenses and additional actions to improve...
The TAKE IT DOWN Act, a revenge porn bill supported by Melania Trump, has passed Congress. The bipartisan bill, which imposes penalties for publishing intimate images without consent, mandates that online platforms remove such content within 48 hours of a request. The act also targets deepfakes and aims...
