White House warns federal agencies to prepare mass layoffs if government shuts down, escalating political standoff over funding. Introduction The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has instructed federal agencies to prepare for mass firings in the event of a government shutdown. Agencies are being told to identify programs not legally required to … Read more
The National Park Service removed a Trump-Epstein statue, sparking a free speech debate. Read the full story and its political implications. Introduction The National Park Service (NPS) removed a controversial statue featuring former President Donald Trump and financier Jeffrey Epstein just one day after its surprise installation on the National Mall. The takedown has ignited … Read more
Trump shifts stance on Ukraine, signaling pressure on Putin but avoiding new sanctions or military aid. Learn what this means for peace talks. Trump’s New Ukraine Stance Is Meant to Pressure Putin, Officials Say A Strategic Shift Without Concrete Actions President Donald Trump has shifted his public position on the Ukraine war, signaling that Kyiv … Read more
The ECB urges Europeans to keep cash at home for emergencies. Learn why banknotes remain vital during crises like war, pandemics, and outages. Keep Calm and Carry Cash’: Why Researchers Urge Households to Keep Banknotes at Home The European Central Bank (ECB) is urging households to store cash at home as a safeguard against crises … Read more
Ryan Routh, guilty of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump, tried stabbing himself in court. Full details on the trial, verdict, and sentencing. Would-be Trump Assassin Tries to Stab Himself After Guilty Verdict Fort Pierce, Florida — Ryan Wesley Routh, 59, the man accused of attempting to assassinate former and future President Donald Trump at his … Read more
Jimmy Kimmel’s ABC return sparks free speech debates, MAGA backlash, and fractures in broadcast TV. Here’s what it means for media’s future. The Jimmy Kimmel Battle Is Far from Over — And It’s Exposing a Deep Fracture in Broadcast TV Kimmel’s Return to ABC Comes with Tensions Jimmy Kimmel is set to return to ABC … Read more
Trump’s administration is tightening legal immigration rules, visas, and citizenship tests. Learn how new policies impact students, workers & families. Inside the Trump Administration’s Sweeping Crackdown on Legal Immigration The Trump administration has launched one of the most sweeping overhauls of the U.S. immigration system in modern history — not just targeting illegal immigration but … Read more
After Charlie Kirk’s assassination, evangelical leaders honor him as a Christian martyr while critics push back on his controversial legacy. Read more. After Charlie Kirk’s Killing, Conservative Evangelical Leaders Hail Him as a Martyr The assassination of conservative activist and podcaster Charlie Kirk has ignited a wave of grief and debate across America’s religious and … Read more
The US faces rising Christian nationalism as Trump officials fuse religion with governance. What it means for democracy, law, and society. Read more. The US Veers Toward Christian Nationalism Introduction For generations, Americans have been taught that the separation of church and state is a cornerstone of democracy. The First Amendment ensures both freedom of … Read more
Experts warn US democracy is eroding fast. Discover how political pressure, tariffs, and state control threaten America’s economy. The US Economy Has a New Problem: Democracy Under Siege America’s economy faces a growing challenge — and it’s not just inflation, jobs, or global trade. Instead, experts warn that the erosion of democratic institutions could destabilize … Read more