School Administrators Grapple with Trump's DEI Order as Federal Funding Hangs in Balance

| Maya Caldwell

In a move that has stirred both praise and controversy, the Trump administration has issued a mandate to states demanding the termination of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in K-12 educational institutions.

Maryland Senator's Effort to Reconnect with Deported Constituent Hits Roadblock in El Salvador

| Ruthie Klein

In a diplomatic maneuver resonating beyond Maryland's borders, Sen. Chris Van Hollen recently embarked on a mission to El Salvador, navigating the intricate alleys of international law and diplomacy.

Texas' THC Market Faces Uncertainty as Lawmakers Consider Ban Years After Legal Boom

| Theo Ramirez

The Texas Legislature is deliberating a contentious proposal to ban consumable THC products, a measure that has sparked a heated debate among lawmakers, businesses, and public health advocates.

U.S. Winemakers Feel the Squeeze as Tariffs Take a Toll

| Lena Dorsey

In the lush valleys of California, Oregon, and Washington, American winemakers are voicing mounting concerns over tariffs that they argue threaten their industry.

Proposed Trump Rule Could Exclude Habitat Destruction from Endangered Species 'Harm' Definition

| Julian Park

In a move that could reshape the landscape of conversation efforts across the country, the Trump administration is reassessing a fundamental term within the Endangered Species Act (ESA), drawing both applause and concern from various stakeholders.

Meloni Faces Crucial Diplomatic Test as EU-U.S. Liaison in Trump Meeting

| Daniel Cho

In the midst of escalating tensions in the ongoing trade conflict, Giorgia Meloni has emerged as a pivotal figure.

Trump Administration Dismantles Key Agency Overseeing Homelessness Policy Coordination

| Julian Park

The United States Interagency Council on Homelessness, a pivotal federal body created in 1987, has taken an unprecedented step by placing all its staff on leave.

DOGE Deploys Staff to Agency Amid Allegations of Sensitive Data Removal

| Julian Park

The offices of the National Labor Relations Board buzzed with anticipation as staffers were briefed on a significant new development.

Trump Administration Initiates Legal Battle Against Maine Over Transgender Athletes in Girls' Sports

| Theo Ramirez

The Department of Justice has set its sights on the state of Maine, asserting that it is in violation of Title IX, a landmark 1972 law designed to prevent sex-based discrimination in educational institutions receiving federal funding.

Federal Cuts Stall School Civil Rights Probes, Families Claim

| Maya Caldwell

The U.S. Education Department's Office for Civil Rights, a pivotal entity in the fight against discrimination in educational environments, finds itself grappling with a significant reduction in manpower.

White House Initiates Process to Cut Public Media Funding

| Julian Park

The White House is setting the stage for a potential showdown with public media advocates by proposing a significant budgetary shake-up that aims to eliminate nearly all federal funding for entities such as National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Br

Judge Seeks White House Response on Assistance for Wrongly Deported Maryland Man's Return

| Theo Ramirez

In a highly anticipated hearing, legal representatives and international observers convened to discuss the case of Abrego Garcia, marking the inaugural judicial review since the statement made by El Salvador's president.

White House Initiates Steps to Cut Funding for Public Media

| Julian Park

In a move that has alarmed advocates of public broadcasting, the White House has put forward a proposal to drastically cut federal funding for well-established public media entities, including National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Ser

U.S. Army Libraries Set Sights on Removing DEI and 'Gender Ideology' Books

| Julian Park

In an unexpected development within the Army's educational resources, books explicitly championing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) along with gender ideology and critical race theory have come under new examination.

Eighty Years Post-Roosevelt: Trump's Policy Shifts Challenge FDR's Enduring Legacy

| Theo Ramirez

As the Trump administration embarks on a robust campaign to reduce government intervention, echoes of the past reverberate through the halls of history. The New Deal, President Franklin D.