Samuel Barlow President Trump recently made headlines by claiming that South Africa is committing genocide against its white population. This statement is just one example of how misinformation has found its way into official statements from the White House. The origins of this claim can be traced back to fringe groups on the internet, particularly within right-wing … Read more
President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the United States will postpone a planned 50% tariff on European Union goods. Originally set to take effect on June 1, the new deadline will be July 9, giving both sides more time to negotiate. This decision followed a phone call with Ursula von der Leyen, the president … Read more
President Trump delivered the commencement speech at West Point on Saturday, addressing a crowd of graduates and their families. His speech came amidst ongoing tensions between his administration and Harvard University. During his address, Trump highlighted his administration’s achievements and reiterated his commitment to national security. He emphasized the importance of military education and training, … Read more
During a recent meeting at the White House, President Donald Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa started off on a friendly note. However, the conversation quickly shifted when Trump played a controversial video. The footage showed a line of white crosses along a road, which Trump claimed represented burial sites of over 1,000 murdered … Read more
House Republicans recently pushed through a significant tax and spending bill that reflects the current priorities of the party and President Trump. The vote took place early this week and was largely influenced by Trump’s personal involvement, underscoring his continuing sway over the party. The legislation, which totals around $3.8 trillion in tax cuts and … Read more
The Pentagon is tightening its rules for journalists covering the military. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced these new restrictions in a memo released on Friday, May 23, 2025. The changes significantly limit where reporters can go within the Pentagon complex in Arlington, Virginia. Under the new policies, many areas will be off-limits to reporters unless … Read more
President Trump is facing renewed scrutiny over ethics issues following two significant events this week. The U.S. government officially accepted a Boeing 747 from Qatar to enhance the Air Force One fleet. At the same time, Trump hosted a dinner for investors in a cryptocurrency linked to his brand, raising concerns about potential conflicts of … Read more
Last week, a significant bill that had faced strong opposition from House conservatives finally passed, albeit by a narrow margin of 215 to 214. The updated legislation is now headed to the Senate for further consideration. NPR’s Ron Elving discussed the developments surrounding the bill, highlighting the shift in some lawmakers’ attitudes and the influence … Read more
President Trump has made significant changes to his national security team, appointing Marco Rubio as the national security adviser earlier this month. This decision comes as part of a broader shake-up, which has already seen dozens of staffers at the National Security Council (NSC) dismissed. Sources report that these staffers were informed of their termination … Read more
President Trump has signed a series of executive orders aimed at revitalizing the nuclear power industry in the United States. This event took place in the Oval Office on Friday, where he was joined by leaders from the nuclear sector. Trump emphasized the need for a renewed focus on nuclear energy, stating, "It’s time for … Read more
