On September 30th, President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made a sudden and politically charged address to hundreds of U.S generals and admirals who were summoned to Virginia at the Marine Corps Base, Quantico. The President and Defense Secretary took the opportunity to press their views upon the military’s finest, calling for the destruction of “woke” ideology within the barracks, ending “decades of decay”, and even eliminating “fat troops” from the forces…. This bombastic address from the Trump Administration certainly has consequences, unintended or not, because President Trump is not following tradition. Such action raises eyebrows regarding the line between military professionalism and civil politics…
Read MoreThis uptick in executions comes after President Donald Trump urged governors to increase their use of capital punishment and pursue new death sentences for the 37 men whose death sentences were commuted to life without parole under the Biden administration.
Read MoreOver the course of the last month, the United States military has launched at least five strikes on drug ships, targeting alleged ‘narco-terrorists” in Venezuela and the Caribbean. By blurring the line between counter-narcotics policy and political theater, Trump risks igniting instability across the Caribbean while leaving the real domestic fentanyl crisis unaddressed.
Read MoreFollowing an Israeli airstrike in Doha, Qatar, on September 9, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss future collaboration. In a press conference, Rubio defended the Israeli airstrike and reaffirmed the U.S.’s interest in reaching a ceasefire and hostage release agreement. While the Trump administration has not condemned Israel for the attack, it does not support or back the decision.
Read MoreThe operation’s scope is immense, with Customs and Border Protection spokesman David Kim noting that DHS and ICE intend to use all resources at their disposal to investigate and apprehend what they describe as “illegal immigrants”...The Trump administration has also stated that it will be committing National Guard troops to Chicago if necessary. This rhetoric and implementation of resources mark an unprecedented shift in the executive’s approach to immigration enforcement…and has been met with major criticism from advocacy groups, elected officials, and everyday citizens concerned by the increasing militarization of their city’s streets.
Read MoreThe possible expiration of these Affordable Care Act subsidies would make healthcare more expensive for many seniors in North Carolina. This is a particularly significant issue in a state with many seniors, many of whom struggle with health issues.
Read MoreOn September 17, American President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were greeted by King Charles III and his consort, Queen Camilla, for an evening of spectacle seldom seen in modern Anglo-American relations. With the ceremonial trappings of royalty in full force, the visit also included a meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer, aimed at projecting an image of stability within a recently unstable transatlantic partnership.
Read MoreSince President Trump took office in January, 15 migrants have died in detention centers, with 10 deaths occurring between January and June alone. Georgia Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, requesting more information about the recent surge. Now, both ICE’s failure to enforce its own regulations and the Department of Homeland Security’s lack of oversight raise serious concerns about how immigrants will continue to be treated in U.S. custody.
Read MoreThe Oslo Accords stated that Palestine could have “5-year interim self-rule, to be followed by talks on permanent status issues.” Trump's deal stipulates, “the conditions may finally be in place for a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood.” In other words, a Palestinian state could, maybe, potentially, possibly be recognized soon, later, and sometime in the future. In other words, it’s highly unlikely.
Read MorePresident Trump’s administration has escalated its anti-narcotics campaign by authorizing missile strikes against Venezuelan vessels allegedly tied to drug trafficking, invoking new executive powers that classify cartels as “foreign terrorist organizations.” While officials like Secretary of State Marco Rubio argue the strikes were justified under a declared national emergency, critics contend that the administration has blurred the line between law enforcement and military action, raising fears of unchecked executive authority. The operation signals a pivotal shift in U.S. foreign policy, redefining terrorism to include criminal networks and setting a precedent that could expand presidential war powers far beyond traditional threats.
Read More“The Point of No Return: The Disturbing Change in Earth's Oceans” warns that the world’s oceans are undergoing rapid and potentially irreversible change driven by overfishing, pollution, warming temperatures, and acidification. These pressures are collapsing ecosystems, threatening biodiversity, and putting coastal communities and economies at severe risk. Rising seas could displace millions, destroy property values, and strain government resources as entire neighborhoods become uninhabitable. The crisis extends beyond the environment, it's also a social and economic justice issue, as poorer nations will struggle the most to adapt without international aid. While some governments are beginning to respond with resilience and adaptation efforts, global cooperation and stronger policies are urgently needed. This article concludes that although we may be nearing ecological tipping points, humanity still has the chance to act.
Read MoreIn many ways, the United Nations remains humanity’s best-known experiment in collective responsibility. Its next decade will determine whether that experiment still has the power to inspire generations to come, or whether the world will let the scaffolding of cooperation crumble, just when it is needed most.
Read MoreOn Friday, September 26, the United States State Department announced it would cancel Colombian President Gustavo Petro’s visa. This decision came after Petro, who was in New York City for the United Nations General Assembly, participated in a protest against the war in Gaza.
Read MoreThe Trump administration’s hike in H-1B visa fees has ignited debate over America’s approach to foreign hiring and talent. Critics warn it could hurt U.S. competitiveness, while supporters argue it prioritizes domestic workers. The policy has also strained relations with India, highlighting the global stakes of immigration reform.
Read MoreThe future of education, and by extension, the workforce and governance, depends on whether policymakers choose to confront historic inequities directly. The question is not simply who gets admitted or what type of people are hired, but what kind of society we are choosing to build.
Read MoreAs the scouts come together over this consensus, they do not obey a single bee or follow suit based on random chance; they come to a consensus based on testing and signaling. This displays a striking similarity to the way in which American Democracy operates.
Read MoreEach defendant was charged with eight felony counts, including forgery and conspiracy to commit forgery, on the assertion that the group of Republicans had falsely claimed to be Michigan’s “duly elected and qualified electors” for president and vice president of the 2020 election.
Read MoreDuring his confirmation hearings, RFK jr. pledged that he would not take actions that discourage people from getting vaccines. However, recent HHS decisions have restricted approvals and made access to COVID-19 vaccines more difficult.
Read MoreJimmy Kimmel Live! became the latest target of Trump’s media suppression campaign after Kimmel’s September 15th monologue, where he associated Trump’s ‘MAGA’ movement with political violence. Many Americans wonder: how far will Trump go to suppress left-leaning media and is a president’s influence on the media constitutional?
Read MoreThe language within Trump’s own executive order seems to suggest a repositioning of the United States as an aggressor on the global stage. The new name seeks to showcase the administration's commitment toward an “America First” agenda and dedication to securing what they see as rightfully theirs.
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