Samuel Barlow Ngoc Phan was preparing for her husband’s deportation to Vietnam when everything changed unexpectedly. On April 15, 2025, her husband, Tuan Thanh Phan, was set to leave the U.S. after serving a lengthy prison sentence. The couple had been ready for this moment, gathering luggage and filling out necessary paperwork. Family in Vietnam was waiting … Read more
President Trump’s economic policy is in the spotlight as the Senate considers a significant spending bill. This discussion comes amid ongoing debates about tariffs and trade deals that have been central to Trump’s administration. Recently, the focus has shifted to how these economic strategies are impacting the nation. The proposed spending bill is a crucial … Read more
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst faced a tough crowd during a town hall meeting in Butler County on November 19, 2024. Constituents expressed their frustration over her support for President Trump’s controversial One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which proposes significant cuts to programs like Medicaid and SNAP. The atmosphere turned heated as Ernst answered questions from … Read more
During his recent trip to Asia, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made a significant statement about the United States’ approach to China. Speaking at the Shangri-la Dialogue in Singapore, he emphasized that the U.S. aims to deter what he described as aggressive actions by China, which he believes seeks to dominate the region. Hegseth’s remarks … Read more
Mexicans are preparing to vote this Sunday in a historic election that will reshape the country’s judiciary. For the first time, nearly 8,000 candidates will be on the ballot to replace all federal and state judges. This change makes Mexico one of the few nations where judges are elected rather than appointed. The shift in … Read more
A dramatic scene unfolded in San Diego on Friday as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents executed a workplace raid at Buona Forchetta, a well-known Italian restaurant. The operation is part of a broader effort to enforce immigration laws, fulfilling promises made during the previous administration. Witnesses reported that armed agents, dressed in tactical … Read more
California Governor Gavin Newsom is turning up the heat on local leaders over the state’s homelessness crisis. With approximately 187,000 Californians experiencing homelessness, Newsom is frustrated and is calling for accountability among city and county officials. His recent comments at a press conference have sparked a heated debate about responsibility and funding. During the press … Read more
The legality of President Trump’s tariff policy is currently uncertain. Recently, the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals decided to pause an earlier ruling that had put many of these tariffs on hold. This initial ruling came from the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT), a specialized court that handles trade and customs matters. Jason Kenner, … Read more
Republican Senator Ron Johnson from Wisconsin is pushing for significant spending cuts as part of his support for a major bill aimed at advancing key elements of former President Trump’s agenda. This bill is currently making its way through the Senate, but it has faced scrutiny from some GOP lawmakers who are concerned about its … Read more
The latest episode of NPR’s "Hidden Brain" explores the intricate ways our brains shape our understanding of the world around us. This episode, hosted by Shankar Vedantam, aired recently and dives into how our thoughts and feelings influence our decisions and interactions. Listeners are taken on a journey through various studies that reveal how biases … Read more
