Samuel Barlow Linda McMahon, nominated by former President Donald Trump to lead the U.S. Department of Education, is set to face scrutiny during her confirmation hearing scheduled for February 13. McMahon, who has a background primarily in business rather than education, has stirred debate over her qualifications for the role. While she has publicly endorsed school choice … Read more
President Trump has made headlines with a series of executive actions since taking office, addressing a wide range of issues including immigration, federal workforce size, gender identity, and economic policies. However, these actions have quickly drawn legal challenges, with opponents seeking to block many of Trump’s initiatives from taking effect. Just weeks into his administration, … Read more
House Republicans are urgently working to advance a budget bill aimed at facilitating the passage of key policy initiatives championed by former President Donald Trump. This legislative move is designed to circumvent potential roadblocks posed by Senate Democrats, particularly the threat of a filibuster, which could delay or derail the implementation of these priorities. The … Read more
President Trump held a press conference at the White House on Friday alongside Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, where he announced significant developments in U.S.-Japan relations, particularly concerning investments in the American steel industry. During the event, Trump revealed that Nippon Steel, a major Japanese manufacturer, would be making substantial investments in U.S. Steel rather … Read more
Elon Musk’s involvement in the U.S. government has intensified following his appointment to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under President Trump’s administration. The initiative, aimed at slashing government spending, has sparked controversy and raised questions about the role of private individuals in public service. This effort was highlighted during Musk’s appearance at Trump’s … Read more
In his recent inaugural address, President Donald Trump outlined a foreign policy vision that blends elements of restraint with assertive nationalism, raising questions about the existence of a cohesive "Trump Doctrine." The address, delivered on January 20, 2025, hinted at a strategy focused on avoiding military conflicts, with Trump stating that success in foreign policy … Read more
U.S. education policy is facing significant upheaval as the House education committee convened for its first meeting of the new congressional term, aptly titled "The State of American Education." This meeting comes at a time when the Biden administration is grappling with President Donald Trump’s push to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, raising concerns … Read more
President Donald Trump unveiled his ambitious plan for Gaza during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Tuesday. The announcement comes amid a whirlwind of activity in the early days of the Trump administration, characterized by a rapid-fire approach to policy changes and executive actions. During the press conference, … Read more
In a significant shift, numerous major U.S. corporations have begun to eliminate references to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) from their annual reports, according to an NPR analysis of recent regulatory filings. This trend marks a departure from the previous year, when many of these companies actively promoted their commitment to DEI initiatives. The recent … Read more
NASA has mandated that all employees, contractors, and grantees remove pronouns from their email signatures and other communications, according to an internal email obtained by NPR. This directive was issued in response to a series of executive orders aimed at curtailing what the administration describes as "gender ideology" within federal agencies. The unsigned email outlined … Read more
