Political Stories That Slipped Under the Radar in 2025

In 2025, politics was a whirlwind, and many important stories got lost in the shuffle. Here are some key events that didn't get the attention they deserved. Congress took a backseat this year. Lawmakers passed fewer bills than ever before. In fact, they only enacted 61 laws, which is way less than any other Congress since the 1970s. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump took charge, signing over 220 executive orders. This shift raised questions about the role of Congress and the growing power of the presidency. Trump's actions also sparked tension with the courts. His administration often ignored or disrespected judicial decisions. This behavior could weaken the authority of the courts and make it harder for the administration to win future legal battles.The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, aimed to cut government spending but didn't deliver. In fact, government spending kept rising, and many of the claimed cuts were inaccurate. Worse, the department's actions led to job losses and even deaths due to cuts in foreign aid. The Republican Party also had a change of heart on foreign policy. Despite Trump's past rhetoric about staying out of other countries' affairs, his second term saw increased military action. From strikes on Iran to talks of war in Venezuela, the GOP's stance on interventionism shifted dramatically. Lastly, the GOP is grappling with its embrace of conspiracy theories. As these theories have caused problems for the party, some Republicans are calling for a reckoning. However, with conspiracy theories deeply ingrained in the party's base, it's a challenge to address. These stories show that 2025 was a year of significant political shifts, even if they didn't always make headlines.