Democratic Senators Adam Schiff and Ruben Gallego are demanding an investigation into potential insider trading related to President Trump's tariff rollback. Trump's social media posts, suggesting a good time to buy, preceded the announcement, causing a significant stock market surge. The senators' letter to the White House seeks...
The U.S. House passed the "Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act," requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration. Republicans argue it combats noncitizen voting, while Democrats warn it could disenfranchise millions. The bill mandates documents like passports or birth certificates and requires in-person verification. Its fate in the...
The US government, facing a deadline to provide evidence for the deportation of Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil, submitted a memo signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The memo doesn't allege criminal conduct but claims Khalil's pro-Palestinian activism undermines US foreign policy against antisemitism. Khalil's lawyers argue this...
The Trump administration reversed its decision to require in-person visits for Social Security services. Initially, claimants unable to use online verification would have needed to travel to local offices, causing concern among seniors and disability advocates. However, the administration now claims new anti-fraud technology allows for phone-based verification,...
House Democrats are debating the party's stance on trade, with some defending aspects of Trump's protectionist policies. Rep. Chris Deluzio argues that past free trade agreements hurt American industry and jobs, advocating for targeted tariffs paired with pro-union policies. However, an analysis suggests Deluzio's claims are largely inaccurate;...
Dozens of international students at Wisconsin universities have had their visas revoked by the Trump administration, prompting concerns about due process. The University of Wisconsin-Madison reports 26 terminations, UW-Milwaukee 10, and other UW campuses 4. Concordia University also saw 10 terminations. Reasons for the revocations remain unclear, with...
The White House is pursuing a formal plan to acquire Greenland from Denmark, fulfilling President Trump's long-held desire. This initiative, supported by several cabinet departments, is driven by Greenland's growing economic and strategic importance due to Arctic ice melt. Greenland's size also appeals to President Trump. Danish...
US tariffs on China, intended to curb its technological advancement, are inadvertently fueling its innovation. The economic pressure is forcing China to prioritize technological self-reliance, leading to increased investment in AI, semiconductor production, and space technology. This redirection of resources, coupled with supportive domestic policies, is resulting in...
President Trump's fluctuating tariff policy has caused bipartisan concern in Congress. Democrats are angered, while Republicans, despite opposing tariffs, hesitate to criticize the president. Trump's recent 90-day suspension of most reciprocal tariffs temporarily eased some GOP concerns, leading to praise for his negotiating skills. However, underlying anxiety remains...
Donald Trump's social media post urging investors to buy before a surprise announcement pausing most trade tariffs has sparked accusations of market manipulation. Hours after posting "THIS IS A GREAT TIME TO BUY!!! DJT" on Truth Social, Trump announced the tariff pause, causing significant stock market gains globally. ...
