Politics

In his farewell address in 1796, George Washington warned the American people that engaging in political factions or parties would obstruct the execution of the laws created by the government and even prevent the branches of government from exercising constitutional powers. It’s a shame we didn’t listen to him.  Polarization...

Under orders from the Trump administration, the doors to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) headquarters in Washington, D.C., have been locked, blocking key workers from entering the agency. Following recommendations from Elon Musk, Trump has vocalized intent to shutter the agency to halt “wasteful” government spending.  The...

A little over a week into Trump’s second term, the President shocked many around the world after discussing the possibility of housing up to 30,000 immigrants at Guantanamo Bay. Trump has already begun preparations to expand the facility’s capacity, and his border czar, Tom Homan, said he expects to start...

Former President Donald Trump’s aggressive use of tariffs has been a cornerstone of his economic strategy, aimed at pressuring foreign nations—particularly China—into trade concessions. With the 2024 election cycle heating up, Trump has once again threatened to impose sweeping tariffs if he returns to the White House. However, there’s a...

Donald Trump’s immigration policies have been some of the most controversial aspects of his political agenda. From his early days in office to his 2024 campaign rhetoric, his stance on immigration has sparked fierce debate. Some view his executive orders as a calculated strategy to reinforce national security and economic...

On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared in front of the US Senate to undergo extensive questioning before his appointment as head of the Department of Health and Human Services. President Trump nominated Kennedy.  Before questioning began, Kennedy addressed several concerns weighing on senators before his appointment....

Less than a week into his second Presidency, Donald Trump was accused of breaking the law by California Senator Adam Schiff after he fired 18 inspectors general late in the night on Friday, January 24, 2025. Schiff railed against the President in an interview with Meet the Press on Sunday...

Making good on his promise to pardon those involved in the January 6, 2021, storming of the US Capitol, President Trump signed an executive order just days into his second term granting amnesty to hundreds – including violent criminals who some judges fear may still pose a threat to public...

The immigration debate continues to be one of the most polarizing topics in 2025, with governments around the world grappling with a delicate balance between border security, economic needs, and humanitarian obligations. As global migration reaches new highs due to political instability, climate change, and economic inequality, policymakers are under...

President Trump announced an executive order on Monday to withdraw the U.S. from W.H.O. and the Paris agreement.  President Trump’s executive order on Monday stated, “organization’s mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic that arose out of Wuhan, China, and other global health crises, its failure to adopt urgently needed reforms, and...

Tax policy has always been a cornerstone of political debate, but in today’s world of growing inequality, the stakes are higher than ever. Governments face mounting pressure to reform tax systems that critics argue disproportionately favor the wealthy while leaving middle- and lower-income citizens bearing the brunt of the burden....

On his way out of the White House Monday, President Biden issued pardons to Fauci, Milley, and Jan. 6 committee staffers.  “Many are guilty of major crimes!” Trump told NBC News reporter Kristen Welker. A pardon is an expression of the President’s forgiveness granted in recognition of the applicant’s acceptance...

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