James Comey, the former FBI director, is in a legal fight. His lawyers say he's being targeted because of his past clashes with President Trump. They want the charges against him thrown out, calling it a case of personal vendetta. Comey's team argues that the charges are unfair and based on Trump's anger. They say the president wanted to punish Comey for speaking ou...
The 9th Circuit Court recently overturned a lower court's decision, allowing the Trump administration to send National Guard troops to Portland. The majority of the judges agreed that the president has the authority to do this under a specific law. This law lets the president use the National Guard when regular forces can't enforce federal laws. The decision comes a...
Pennsylvania is at a critical juncture regarding health care. In 2026, a significant number of residents may find themselves without health insurance. This is due to the expiration of enhanced tax credits linked to the Affordable Care Act (ACA). These credits have been a lifeline for many, making health insurance more affordable. However, Congress has not extended th...
In a move that has sparked outrage and concern, the U. S. government shutdown led to the layoff of over 120 employees in the special education division of the Department of Education. This decision, aimed at pressuring Democrats to end the budget crisis, has hit close to home for New Hampshire Sen. Maggie Hassan, whose adult son, Ben, has cerebral palsy and relied on...
San Francisco is known for its vibrant culture and tech scene, but lately, it's been in the news for a different reason. President Trump has suggested sending federal troops to the city, calling it a "mess" due to crime and homelessness. But locals aren't having it. People like Manit Limlamai and Kai Saetern, who work in the tech industry, say the city has its issue...
MIT has made a bold move by rejecting a proposal from the White House. This proposal, called the "Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, " was sent to nine universities. It included demands like limiting international students, freezing tuition, and defining gender in specific ways. MIT's president, Kornbluth, said the compact goes against the universit...
In a surprising turn of events, Oregon found itself at the center of a political storm when President Trump ordered the deployment of 200 National Guard troops to Portland. This move, which Trump claimed was necessary to address a "war-ravaged" city, was met with swift resistance from state and local leaders. The governor of Oregon, Tina Kotek, had been preparing fo...
California has taken a bold step by becoming the first state to ban most law enforcement officers, including federal immigration agents, from covering their faces during official duties. This move comes after recent immigration raids in Los Angeles, where federal agents wore masks while making mass arrests, sparking days of protest and leading to the deployment of Na...
In a recent diplomatic spat, France called in Italy's ambassador to address some harsh words thrown by Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini. Salvini, known for his strong opinions, had some choice words for French President Emmanuel Macron, especially about his stance on Ukraine. Salvini, speaking in his native Milanese dialect, told Macron to "hook yourself ...
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu took a firm stance against the federal government's recent push to change the city's immigration policies. She made it clear that Boston will not back down from its current approach. Wu, along with community members and other officials, gathered at City Hall Plaza to respond to a letter from the Department of Justice. The federal government ...