Donald Trump has big plans for the U. S. economy, including tax cuts and other initiatives. But there’s a big problem: the national debt is huge, and it’s getting more expensive to pay it back. High interest rates and the cost of servicing the debt are making it tough for Trump to deliver on his pro
Ever heard of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ? He's in the news for a big job: Health and Human Services secretary. But some people are worried about his views on LGBTQ+ health care. Kennedy has made some surprising comments – like saying chemicals in water might make kids gay or trans. He also has questions
Scott Bessent, a billionaire investor, has been chosen by President-elect Trump to lead the Treasury Department. This is a surprising move, given Bessent's history of supporting Democratic candidates and working for George Soros, a prominent Democratic donor. However, Bessent has been in Trump's cir
Imagine you're in a school or a workplace, and you have to use the bathroom. Now, think about how difficult that might be if you were transgender. This is the reality for many trans people, and it's a problem that Congress is debating right now. Congresswoman Nancy Mace from South Carolina has propo
Donald Trump, the President-elect, has nominated Linda McMahon as the new Education Secretary. This is surprising because she's being sued for allegedly allowing child sexual abuse. The lawsuit claims that Linda and her husband, Vince McMahon, knew about the abuse but did nothing to stop it. They ar
As President Trump prepares to step back into the White House, Los Angeles is stepping up to shield its immigrant community and LGBTQ students. The city council made a significant move by designating LA as a "sanctuary city, " which means local resources won’t be used to enforce federal immigration
Have you ever wondered what's hiding in your local landfill? It turns out, it could be a warrior against pollution! One such fighter is a special strain of Bacillus subtilis, known as LLS-04, that scientists found in landfills. This tiny hero is like a superhero of the microscopic world, helping to
As college fees keep climbing, three former Duolingo bigwigs are starting a new venture, Outsmart Education. Their goal? Make higher education more affordable and accessible. The team, led by Jorge Mazal, has snagged $13 million in funding from investors like Khosla Ventures. This seed money will go
Immigrant teens and LGBTQ+ individuals in Georgia are on edge due to eerie messages they're receiving. These texts, alarming and unnerving, threaten them with deportation or mysterious "re-education camps. " The recipients, mostly young people, are scared and unsure about who to trust. Local authori
Imagine discovering that billions of dollars have been sent to the wrong people due to mistakes. Shockingly, this could happen even more frequently, hitting a staggering $1 trillion by 2025. One hot topic is the money spent supporting LGBTQ+ rights overseas. Is this really the best way to spend taxp
