Politics

In a move stirring debate in the world of higher education, a recent federal spending bill backed by the Trump administration proposes significant changes to how universities are taxed, dramatically increasing taxes on wealthy universities’ endowments while offering large exemptions for religious colleges. The legislation, introduced amid escalating tensions between the Trump administration and Harvard University, is reshaping the financial landscape for American colleges and universities. Rising Tensions with Harvard The Trump administration has intensified its conflict with Harvard University over allegations of divisive policies and perceived bias. As part of this ongoing dispute, the administration froze approximately $2.3 billion in federal grants and contracts to Harvard, inclu...

President Donald Trump is facing growing challenges that could hurt his chances for re-election, just a few months into his second term. A recent report on voter sentiments has revealed that two key issues — the economy and immigration — which were central to his campaign promises, are now becoming serious problems for him. Trump’s approval ratings on both issues have significantly dropped, signaling a disconnect between his earlier promises and his actions as president. According to Axios, this shift could undermine the core of his political brand, built on being tough on borders and a sharp businessman. On the economy, Trump’s approval rating has hit a new low. In a Reuters/Ipsos poll, only 37% of Americans approved of his handling of the economy, while a Pew Research Center sur...

Elon Musk, once seen as a powerful force within the Trump administration, has experienced a rapid unraveling of his influence. Known for his bold maneuvers and unconventional approach, the billionaire head of DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) tried to push his way around established government structures. Recently, he clashed with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent when Musk helped install Gary Shapley, a mid-level IRS official, as the IRS acting commissioner. The only problem was, the IRS falls under Bessent's purview, and tensions soon boiled over. The confrontation reached a boiling point in the West Wing, where Musk and Bessent reportedly had a heated argument. The situation was so intense that it was heard by President Donald Trump, who was nearby. Ultimately, Bessen...

During a recent Oval Office meeting, former President Donald Trump was caught off guard by a "Let's Go Brandon" sticker adorning the wheelchair of a wounded veteran. The moment, which unfolded during an executive order signing on April 23, 2025, quickly became a viral sensation, highlighting the enduring presence of political symbols in American discourse.​ The Sticker That Stopped the Show As President Trump engaged with a group of wounded veterans, his attention was drawn to a sticker featuring an image of President Joe Biden accompanied by the phrase "Let's Go Brandon." The sticker, a popular anti-Biden slogan, was prominently displayed on the veteran's wheelchair. Curious, Trump inquired, "Who is that picture of there?" The veteran responded, "That is Joe Biden," promptin...

As we approach the 100-day mark of one of the most controversial and authoritarian administrations in American history, the question of whether we can officially call it a dictatorship remains up for debate. While some are ready to label it as such, others are still holding out hope that America remains a democracy, albeit one that's being tested to its limits. For many Republicans, the belief persists that Donald Trump is simply fulfilling the campaign promises that the majority of voters endorsed. Meanwhile, many Democrats and independents are outraged but prefer to hold onto the notion that the foundations of democracy are still intact, even though Trump is pushing them to the edge. The question I continuously ask politicians, political scientists, pundits, and pollsters i...

Donald Trump’s approval ratings are rapidly declining, with more and more voters expressing their discontent. Most recent polls show that Trump is underwater, with a clear majority disapproving of his leadership. According to a CBS poll released over the weekend, 59% of Americans believe the economy is in bad shape and only getting worse. A majority of them are pointing the finger at Trump, blaming his tariff policies for the current economic chaos. 54% of respondents blame Trump’s policies for the economic downturn, while only 21% say it’s Joe Biden’s fault. This trend is echoed in several other recent surveys, showing that the narrative of blaming Biden for economic struggles is only resonating with Trump’s most devoted MAGA supporters. For the wider electorate, this strategy ...

A former clerk for Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch has openly criticized the Supreme Court’s recent decision to pause deportations of Venezuelan migrants. The ruling came under the Alien Enemies Act (AEA) of 1798, a law that allows the U.S. government to detain or deport nationals of countries considered enemies during times of conflict. The decision, passed over the weekend, halted some of the Trump administration’s mass deportation efforts — a move that upset many conservatives, including Attorney Mike Davis, who once worked closely with Justice Gorsuch. Why This Matters? The Trump administration has been pushing hard to deport undocumented immigrants, especially those from countries facing political unrest. But many of these efforts are hitting legal roadblocks. This rec...

President Donald Trump recently said that his White House had two "perfect months." He was proud of the drop in illegal border crossings, stronger military recruitment, and rising stock markets. His Chief of Staff, Susie Wiles, was even praised for controlling internal fights in the administration. However, things have not gone as smoothly as he claimed. A report by the New York Times says that the discipline in Trump’s White House is starting to fall apart. Several errors and poor decisions have raised new concerns about how the administration is being run. For example, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared sensitive military information not once, but twice in group chats on Signal. This raised security concerns. Then, the IRS saw three different people in charge within a si...

Just three months into Donald Trump’s presidency, his White House seems to be getting more divided from within. The recent confusion over the administration’s stance on trade tariffs is a clear example of this. One day, Trump confidently said that the tariffs were “here to stay” and would “never change.” The very next day, he announced a sudden 90-day pause on those same tariffs. To add to the confusion, just before this announcement, the White House said publicly that no such pause was even being considered. This unexpected move raised a lot of questions about what’s going on behind the scenes in Trump’s team. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, two senior Cabinet members — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick — waited for a mo...

The U.S. Justice Department has filed a joint motion alongside President Donald Trump's lawyers, seeking to appeal a defamation case brought against him by E. Jean Carroll. This case revolves around comments Trump made in 2019, where he denied Carroll's allegations of sexual abuse. In 2024, a jury found Trump liable for defamation based on these remarks. At the time of the comments, Trump was serving his first term as president. Now in his second term, Trump is appealing the ruling in the U.S. District Court for the Second Circuit. In a recent filing, lawyers for both the Justice Department and Trump argued that the president’s remarks fall under the Westfall Act. This law provides government employees with immunity for actions that occur within the scope of their official dutie...