President Trump's administration repealed California's zero-emission vehicle mandates, including a 2035 ban on new gas-only cars and federal tax credits. This prompted California Governor Gavin Newsom to reaffirm the state's commitment to its emissions goals. A state report proposes restoring state subsidies for zero-emission vehicles, using funds from the...
Texas Democrats are defying new surveillance protocols imposed by Republicans, refusing police escorts after leaving the state to block a controversial congressional redistricting vote. Rep. Nicole Collier spearheaded the protest, refusing to sign a "permission slip" to leave the chamber. Other Democrats, some reporting intense monitoring including officers...
The White House launched an official TikTok account, despite a pending law requiring the Chinese-owned app's sale or ban. President Trump, who credits TikTok with boosting his election win, paused the ban. The new White House account aims to reach a broader audience. Trump's personal TikTok account boasts...
The Texas State Capitol was evacuated due to a credible social media threat calling for violence against lawmakers. This occurred amidst protests supporting Rep. Nicole Collier, a Democrat who refused a mandated law enforcement escort after leaving the state to block Republican redistricting efforts. Collier remained in the...
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum denied the existence of an agreement with the DEA regarding "Project Portero," a new initiative to combat drug cartels. Sheinbaum acknowledged a Texas workshop attended by Mexican police but stated there's no formal agreement with the DEA. The DEA's announcement, mentioning the workshop as...
US Citizenship and Immigration Services will now screen immigrants for "anti-Americanism" when considering applications for benefits like green cards. The policy, announced Tuesday, will assess whether applicants have endorsed or promoted anti-American, terrorist, or antisemitic views. While officials say this prevents those who despise the country from receiving benefits,...
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that the entire U.S.-Mexico border wall will be painted black to deter illegal immigration. This initiative, at President Trump's request, aims to increase the wall's temperature, making it harder to climb. Noem, who participated in painting a section of the wall, also...
National Guard troops from six states are deploying to Washington, D.C., at President Trump's request to assist with a crime crackdown. This follows the deployment of D.C. National Guard troops and federal agents. While the administration highlights arrests, the deployment is controversial, with some governors refusing requests...
European leaders unanimously accompanied Ukrainian President Zelensky to a White House summit with President Trump regarding peace talks with Russia. The unprecedented unity among Germany, France, Britain, Italy, Finland, the EU, and NATO leaders impressed President Trump. Their coordinated approach to the crucial meeting highlighted a unified European...
A Yosemite National Park ranger, Shannon Joslin, was fired after helping hang a transgender pride flag on El Capitan. Joslin claims this violated their First Amendment rights. The National Park Service (NPS) says several employees and visitors face administrative and potential criminal charges for unauthorized demonstrations, citing violations of...
