President Trump appointed Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy as NASA's interim administrator. This follows the withdrawal of Jared Isaacman's nomination due to "prior associations." Duffy, known for his work on transportation infrastructure, will temporarily lead the space agency. The appointment is unusual, as NASA administrators are typically scientists or...
A federal trial in Boston revealed that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) used the database of the controversial group Canary Mission as a primary source for identifying pro-Palestinian student activists targeted for deportation. DHS official Peter Hatch testified that while other sources contributed, Canary Mission provided "many, or...
Following devastating Texas floods, Governor Greg Abbott called a special legislative session to address flood preparedness. Lawmakers will consider improving early warning systems, emergency communications, and streamlining disaster recovery. The session will also address redistricting, prompted by Department of Justice concerns, and other issues such as property tax...
A Pew Research Center poll reveals a significant shift in Canadian perception of threats. 59% now view the U.S. as the biggest threat, a dramatic increase from previous years when China held that position. This change coincides with President Trump's actions, including trade disputes and annexation threats. ...
Bishop Alberto Rojas of the San Bernardino Diocese issued a rare decree excusing Catholics from attending Mass due to fear of ICE raids. This exemption, citing Canon 1247, is granted to those unable to attend due to genuine fear of immigration enforcement. While exemptions are given in cases...
Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) labeled Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-MN) a "terrorist" on X, sparking outrage from top House Democrats. Fine's comment followed Omar's criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's meeting with House Speaker Mike Johnson. House Democratic leaders condemned Fine's statement as "unhinged, racist, and Islamophobic," demanding an...
Facing deportation, Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, are seeking asylum despite the Trump administration's termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Many fear returning to Haiti's violence and instability, prioritizing asylum claims over relocating to other countries. While a judge temporarily blocked the TPS termination, the administration plans to...
Neil Jacobs, President Trump's nominee to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), promised to prioritize restoring staffing at the National Weather Service (NWS). NWS has faced significant personnel cuts under the Trump administration, leading to criticism following recent deadly Texas floods. Jacobs committed to reversing this...
An ICE official testified that most names of student protesters investigated this year originated from Canary Mission, a pro-Israel website that blacklists pro-Palestinian activists. The website provided over 5,000 names. This revelation occurred during a Boston trial challenging the Trump administration's alleged ideological deportation policy, which professors argue...
Neil Jacobs, nominated to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), testified before the Senate. He pledged to prioritize science, safety, and innovation if confirmed. His testimony addressed NOAA's management, budget, and personnel, as well as potential innovative solutions. Jacobs's previous tenure as acting NOAA administrator...
