California Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging the legality of Trump's tariffs imposed under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, argues the president lacks the authority to unilaterally impose such tariffs, citing their...
The Trump administration filed a lawsuit against Maine's education department for allowing transgender girls in girls' sports, claiming it violates Title IX. This follows weeks of conflict, including threats to cut federal funding. Maine officials argue Title IX doesn't prohibit transgender participation, citing a differing interpretation of the...
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff, a special envoy, will visit Paris this week. Witkoff will meet with French President Macron, while Rubio will speak with Foreign Minister Barrot before continuing to Africa. The purpose of the trip is related to efforts to resolve the...
A dozen House Republicans are threatening to block a reconciliation package containing significant Medicaid cuts, escalating tensions within the GOP. These moderate Republicans, many in swing districts, oppose reductions in coverage for vulnerable populations, despite support for targeted reforms to reduce waste. While some GOP leaders have offered...
California will sue President Trump to block his sweeping tariff regime, claiming it's illegal and causing significant economic harm to the state. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the lawsuit, arguing Trump lacks the authority to impose such tariffs under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act. The suit, filed in...
President Trump will join economic advisors in White House negotiations with Japan's chief trade negotiator, Ryosei Akazawa. Discussions will cover tariffs, trade fairness, and Japan's contribution to U.S. military costs. Trump recently paused global tariffs but maintained those against China. Japan seeks to protect its national interests...
President Trump threatened to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status after the university refused to comply with administration demands regarding hiring, admissions, and curriculum. This action highlights the billions in annual government funding colleges receive. Federal funding for universities began significantly around World War II, initially supporting war-related research...
The Trump administration filed a lawsuit against Maine's education department for allowing transgender girls to participate in girls' sports, claiming it violates Title IX. This follows weeks of conflict, including threats to withhold federal funding. The lawsuit alleges Maine's actions discriminate against cisgender girls, citing specific instances of...
Senator Chris Van Hollen traveled to El Salvador to advocate for the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a mistakenly deported Maryland resident. Van Hollen's trip follows a court order demanding Abrego Garcia's return, which the Trump administration has resisted. Despite El Salvador's president refusing repatriation, Van Hollen aims...
President Trump's administration defied a Supreme Court order to facilitate the return of Armando Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident wrongly deported to El Salvador. A federal judge found the administration had done nothing to comply, prompting concerns about a constitutional crisis. Legal experts debate the potential consequences of...
