Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell urged Princeton graduates to protect democracy, highlighting American universities' importance amid the Trump administration's attacks on higher education. The administration barred Harvard from enrolling international students, a move temporarily blocked by a court. This action follows funding cuts and increased pressure on universities....
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced that Japan aims to finalize tariff negotiations with the U.S. by the G7 summit in May. Following a recent round of talks in Washington and a phone call between Ishiba and President Trump, progress is reported, focusing on trade expansion, non-tariff barriers, and...
Senate fiscal conservatives Ron Johnson and an unnamed colleague plan to significantly amend the House-passed bill supporting President Trump's domestic agenda. Johnson criticized the House's rushed process and the bill's projected deficit increase, suggesting sufficient Senate opposition exists to halt progress unless President Trump commits to spending cuts. ...
Despite the likely assassination of Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar on May 13, the IDF reports Hamas remains a significant threat. The IDF's strategy has shifted to attrition, targeting remaining fighters and controlling Gaza's resources to weaken Hamas's influence. While Hamas's rocket capabilities and organized fighting forces have been...
Senate Republicans are threatening to block Donald Trump's tax-cut bill unless he significantly reduces government spending. Senator Ron Johnson warned that they have enough votes to stop the bill, citing concerns about a projected $4 trillion increase to the national debt. Other Republicans, including Rand Paul, also voiced...
Five years after George Floyd's death, Americans commemorated his life with events in his hometown of Houston and Minneapolis, where he was killed. Family and community members gathered at memorials, remembering the national reckoning on racism and police brutality sparked by Floyd's murder. While Floyd's killer, Derek Chauvin,...
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is under federal investigation for allegedly prioritizing Black hires in his administration. His defense cites a long history of ethnic-based patronage in Chicago politics, arguing that Black residents deserve their 'turn' after historical inequities. Critics, including Latino leaders, contend this approach is divisive and...
President Trump renewed his criticism of Harvard University, days after a judge blocked the administration's attempt to revoke the university's ability to enroll international students. Trump claimed some international students' home countries are unfriendly and don't contribute to their education. Harvard argued the revocation violated the First Amendment....
Israeli Ambassador to the US, Yechiel Leiter, faced a hearing after his PragerU interview. Leiter criticized Israel's legal system, the opposition, and left-wing voters, using strong language. He defended Prime Minister Netanyahu against corruption charges, calling them baseless. He also expressed optimism about potential Abraham Accords expansions to...
Five years after George Floyd's murder sparked widespread protests, the impact of the 2020 movement is assessed. While some point to unmet goals like reduced police budgets, the article argues significant progress was made. Millions participated in demonstrations, shifting public opinion and leading to police budget cuts and...
