Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China's commitment to climate action during a virtual UN meeting, subtly criticizing the protectionist policies of the Trump administration. The meeting, attended by several world leaders including Brazil and the EU, highlighted a global push for clean energy despite the absence of the US....
President Trump's approval rating has dropped to around 45%, a significant decline from 52% shortly after his inauguration. This decline is faster than that of his predecessors, though presidents typically see a decrease in approval over time. He began his term with the second-lowest approval rating in modern...
President Trump signed an executive order targeting college accreditors, impacting the $120 billion in federal financial aid. He believes accreditors promote diversity, equity, and inclusion policies, which his administration opposes. This action is part of a broader effort to shift the higher education system's ideological direction, viewed by Trump...
Twelve states sued the Trump administration, alleging that tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) are illegal. The lawsuit argues that the president lacks the authority to use IEEPA for tariffs, citing a lack of precedent and congressional intent. The White House dismissed the suit as...
A North Carolina court ruled a Republican-backed law unconstitutional, preventing the state auditor from appointing members to the State Board of Elections. The law, passed by the GOP-controlled legislature, would have shifted the governor's authority to appoint board members to the state auditor, potentially giving Republicans a majority. ...
Twelve states filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration in the U.S. Court of International Trade, challenging the legality of its tariff policy. The suit argues the tariffs are unlawful, imposed arbitrarily, and harm the American economy. Plaintiffs contend only Congress can impose tariffs, and the president's use...
Senator Chuck Grassley faced a contentious town hall in Northwood, Iowa, where constituents loudly debated Trump administration policies, particularly the deportation case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Audience members argued amongst themselves, with one shouting "Shut up!" Grassley cited the Supreme Court's ruling on the case, highlighting differing interpretations....
Pentagon dysfunction is escalating under Secretary Pete Hegseth, with allegations of sensitive military information leaks via Signal. Former Pentagon officials express deep concern, citing potential legal violations related to the unauthorized sharing of information. Lawmakers are demanding answers, and the White House is reportedly considering Hegseth's replacement. ...
The US proposed a plan to Kyiv and Moscow suggesting de jure recognition of Crimea as Russian and de facto recognition of other occupied Ukrainian territories, in exchange for sanctions relief. The EU firmly rejected this, reiterating that Crimea is Ukrainian and opposing sanctions relief before full Russian withdrawal....
Twelve states filed a lawsuit against President Trump, challenging the legality of his tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The suit, filed in the U.S. Court of International Trade, argues that the president lacks the authority to unilaterally impose tariffs, claiming it's a violation of...
