Tag: White House

White House Releases Website for January 6 Anniversary

White House Releases Website for January 6 Anniversary

Yesterday marked the 5th anniversary of a truly dark day in American history. On January 6, 2021, violent insurrectionists stormed our nation’s Capitol building after being incited by Donald Trump over the loss of the 2020 presidential election. These Trump supporters made accusations that the election was stolen and cried for then-Vice President Mike Pence […]

The White House and Artificial Intelligence

Over the years there’s always a form of technology that gains people’s attention as the “next big thing.” In the 2000’s it was the internet and in the 2010’s it was social media. Nowadays, in the 2020’s, it’s artificial intelligence. It feels like everyone is trying to get their own hands on a slice of […]

Political Gladiator: The is UFC Going to The White House

Political Gladiator: The is UFC Going to The White House

It’s hard to reconcile the sleek, corporate juggernaut of today’s Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) with the chaotic no-holds-barred spectacles of its past. The promotion that fills arenas and commands lucrative television contracts was once a rogue enterprise, a banned curiosity reviled by lawmakers and mocked by traditional sports media. But with its new global reach […]

Op-Ed: The World Will Continue to Hate the U.S.

Op-Ed: The World Will Continue to Hate the U.S.

The United States has long grappled with fluctuating global perceptions, often oscillating between admiration and animosity. Of course, to the Americans, everyone loves them, the world revolves around them, and people want to migrate to their fantastic country because they’re simply “the best.” This foolish, narcissistic and self-serving mindset is what makes the rest of […]

Trump Making English the Official Language of the US Won’t Benefit Anyone

Trump Making English the Official Language of the US Won’t Benefit Anyone

On March 1, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order declaring English as the official language of the United States. Now, government agencies and organizations receiving federal funds may choose not to offer services in any language other than English, AP News reported.  Now, who will benefit from this? No one. This policy will […]

Op-Ed:Farewell Press Freedom

Op-Ed:Farewell Press Freedom

The First Amendment of the United States Constitution protects freedom of speech and the freedom of the press. This means the press or media has the right to publish and share ideas, opinions, and news without government censorship. Well, it seems as if this is no longer true.  The Trump administration announced on Tuesday that […]

Trump Hosts Zelenskyy in a Heated Meeting at the White House

Trump Hosts Zelenskyy in a Heated Meeting at the White House

President Donald Trump hosted Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday, Feb. 28, to seal an agreement to hand over rare mineral rights to the United States.  Trump and Zelenskyy met with reporters in the Oval Office and were to hold a signing ceremony and news conference at 1 p.m.  President Trump […]

Biden Delivers Farewell Address

Biden Delivers Farewell Address

On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, President Joe Biden delivered his final address to the nation. Seated in the Oval Office, the President used the utmost decorum as he praised his administration for its part in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal and its commitment to a peaceful transfer of power. He also warned of the looming threat […]

What Will Happen on Inauguration Day Monday?

What Will Happen on Inauguration Day Monday?

January 20, 2025, marks the day President-Elect Donald Trump will be sworn into office. There will be several events and ceremonies anticipating the peaceful transfer of power.  The Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies (JCCIC) makes limited tickets available to watch the Inauguration at the Capitol building in D.C. Although the tickets are free, there’s […]

Jimmy Carter Dies at 100

Jimmy Carter Dies at 100

Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones in his family home in Plains, Georgia, on Sunday, December 29, 2024. The White House announced on Monday that Carter’s funeral service will be on January 9 in Washington, D.C., and President Biden will deliver a eulogy. The day has […]

Trump and Harris transition teams meet with White House

Trump and Harris transition teams meet with White House

The Biden administration announced earlier today that representatives from both Kamala Harris’ and Donald Trump’s transition teams would be meeting for the first time at the white house. The outgoing administration made it clear that there will be a smooth transfer of power to whoever wins the election come November 5th. Jeff Zients, the White […]

Iran could strike Israel this week, says White House

Iran could strike Israel this week, says White House

Yesterday, John Kirby, the White House national security spokesman addressed the media informing them that Iran could initiate a military strike against Israel as early as this week. This attack could come in response to the recent killings of significant Hamas and Hezbollah leaders like Hezbollah military commander Fuad Shukr and Ismail Haniyeh. According to […]

Hey! Are you enjoying NYCTastemakers? Make sure to join our mailing list for NYCTM and never miss the chance to read all of our articles!