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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Ceasefires Hanging by a Thread: Disputes and Deadlines

Ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon are under threat due to disagreements over deadlines. Israel accuses Hamas of violating the ceasefire in Gaza by changing the hostage release order. This led to Israeli forces opening fire, killing two. In Lebanon, at least 22 protesters were killed by Israeli forces w

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Trump's Dismissals: A Closer Look at the Watchdog Firings

President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by letting go of several government watchdogs, also known as inspectors general. These watchdogs are vital for keeping federal agencies in check and keeping lawmakers informed. The White House claims that some firings were due to poor performance, but i

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Think First, Then Hire

You might have heard about Shelly Williams' take on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Well, I've got something to say about that. With over 65 years of life experience and decades in leadership, I've seen a thing or two about hiring. And I've got to disagree with her. Sure, equality at work i

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Is RFK Jr. the Right Choice for HHS? His Confirmation Date Revealed

Ever since Donald Trump was elected president in November 2024, people have been wondering who he would choose to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Recently, Trump announced his nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , widely known as RFK Jr. , for this key role. Trump believes th

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

Kennedy's Senate Hearings: A Spotlight on Health Policies

This week, the United States Senate is set to question Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who has been nominated by President Trump to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This position holds tremendous power, governing agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and t

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

America's Empire: Two Sides of Faith

Last week, Chicago faced a harsh cold, both in temperature and fear. People called for mass deportations, separating families, and making the city a key spot for the new president's plan to deport millions. This cold reflects a bigger change in society—some call it oligarchy, others autocracy. So, w

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Jan 27 2025POLITICS

The CIA’s New Path: Keeping Politics out of Intelligence

In a chat with Maria Bartiromo on Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures, new CIA Director John Ratcliffe outlined his plans for the agency. He shared that the CIA, world's top foreign intelligence service, should stay neutral and not favor specific political candidates. Ratcliffe believes this will help

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Jan 26 2025POLITICS

Democrats Divided: How to Respond to Trump's Immigration Crackdown? #

When Donald Trump first ran for president in 2016, Democrats fiercely opposed his immigration policies. Flash forward to his second term, and some Democrats are considering working with Trump on certain immigration bills. This shift shows how divided the Democratic Party is on how to handle Trump’s

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Jan 26 2025POLITICS

Colombia Stops U. S. Deportation Flights, Raises Dignity Issue

Recently, Colombia made headlines by rejecting two U. S. military planes aiming to deport Colombian migrants. These flights, carrying around 80 people each, were sent from California. Initially, they were given the green light to land, but things changed when Colombian President Gustavo Petro abrupt

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Jan 26 2025POLITICS

Immigrants Find Support in Democrat-Led States

As President Trump tightens immigration rules, several Democrat-led states are fighting back. Lawmakers in states like California and New York are proposing new laws to protect immigrants from deportation. They're doing this by making it harder for federal immigration officials to do their jobs. For

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