Samuel Barlow Linda McMahon, the U.S. Secretary of Education, faced tough questions from lawmakers this week as she presented the Trump administration’s budget proposal for fiscal year 2026. The proposal includes a significant 15% cut to the Department of Education’s funding, a move that has raised eyebrows among many in Congress. During her testimony before the House … Read more
The Republican Party is pushing a major bill that aims to implement key elements of former President Donald Trump’s domestic agenda. This legislation, which recently passed in the House, is projected to increase the national debt by $2.4 trillion over the next ten years. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released an analysis highlighting that … Read more
President Trump recently had a lengthy phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, discussing key issues like Ukraine and nuclear talks with Iran. The conversation lasted for about an hour and 15 minutes. Trump shared details of the call on social media, indicating that they talked about Ukraine’s recent drone strikes on Russian airbases and … Read more
Former President Donald Trump is waging a significant battle against Harvard University, which he claims is part of a broader agenda to reshape American education and values. This conflict has escalated into a billion-dollar dispute. Harvard Law professor Noah Feldman recently shared insights on this matter, emphasizing that Trump’s actions reflect a deeper erosion of … Read more
The U.S. Navy is set to rename the USNS Harvey Milk, a ship named after the famed gay rights activist and Korean War veteran. This decision comes from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who ordered the change in a move that aligns with the current administration’s goals to reshape military culture. The renaming process is being … Read more
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has paused its controversial request for sensitive personal data from states regarding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients. This decision comes after a coalition of advocacy groups filed a lawsuit arguing that the USDA’s demand violated federal privacy laws. The USDA had initially instructed states to collect and submit … Read more
The White House has revealed a new official portrait of President Donald Trump, replacing an earlier image that had sparked criticism and comparisons to a mugshot. This updated photograph was announced on Monday via social media. In the new portrait, Trump looks directly into the camera, with a serious expression. His right eye is slightly … Read more
The future of electric vehicles (EVs) in the United States is at a crossroads as Congress debates significant changes to federal tax credits. The House of Representatives recently passed a bill that could drastically reduce the financial incentives for buying electric cars, a move that has raised concerns among consumers and automakers alike. Currently, buyers … Read more
The Senate is currently reviewing President Trump’s ambitious multi-trillion dollar budget bill, which narrowly passed in the House last month. This legislation, described as "big and beautiful" by the President, is facing scrutiny from several Republican senators who worry about its high costs and potential cuts to Medicare. Democratic Senator Jeff Merkley from Oregon expressed … Read more
The American manufacturing sector is back in the spotlight as experts weigh in on its importance to the economy. In a recent newsletter from the Planet Money team, they explored why manufacturing jobs are seen as vital, especially for those without a college education. Many believe that these jobs offer some of the best pay … Read more
