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Big Changes Ahead for U. S. Education Department

March 12, 2025

The U. S. Education Department is shaking things up big time. They're shutting down their Dallas office and letting go of all the employees there. This isn't the only office feeling the heat. San Francisco, New York, Boston, Chicago, and Cleveland are also on the chopping block. The department is lo

politics

Judges Speak Out Against Political Pressure

March 12, 2025

Judges are feeling the heat. Two senior judges, Richard Sullivan and Jeffrey Sutton, recently spoke up about the growing pressure on the judiciary. They warned that threats of impeachment against judges who rule against President Trump could disrupt the appeals process. This is a big deal because im

health

Vaccine Research Hits a Roadblock

March 12, 2025

Vaccine research is suddenly in jeopardy. The government is pulling the plug on several studies. These studies were looking into how to boost vaccine trust and accessibility. This sudden move is happening during a major measles outbreak. This outbreak is largely due to unvaccinated children. The go

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Burning Files: USAID's Document Destruction

March 12, 2025

USAID staff were given a peculiar task. They were asked to shred and burn classified documents. This wasn't a usual request. It was part of a larger plan to clear out classified safes and personnel documents from a Washington DC office. The task was to be completed in an all-day disposal event. This

education

What if the Department of Education is Gone?

March 12, 2025

The Department of Education, a federal agency with a history dating back to the 1800s, has been a hot topic lately. Some people, including President Trump, want to shut it down. This idea isn't new. In fact, it has been discussed by many politicians over the years. However, the current administratio

celebrities

The Surprising Job Offer That Never Was

March 12, 2025

Dave Portnoy, the brain behind Barstool Sports, shared an intriguing story. A few months ago, he got a call from someone in the Trump administration. They asked if he'd be interested in working for the Department of Commerce. The Department of Commerce is like the voice of business in the government

business

Small Businesses in a Spin: What's Going On?

March 12, 2025

In the United States, small businesses are feeling the heat. The National Federation of Independent Business's Uncertainty Index hit its second-highest level since 1973. This means small business owners are worried about the economy's future. The share of respondents who think it's a good time to ex

entertainment

Hollywood's DEI Efforts Fade in Trump's Second Term

March 12, 2025

In recent years, Hollywood has faced a significant shift in its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). After a brief push for greater representation following the racial reckoning in 2020, the entertainment industry has seen a notable decline in DEI efforts. The change began wh

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Uncovering the Truth: Federal Spending and Social Security

March 11, 2025

The federal government spends a lot of money, and a big chunk of it goes to entitlement programs. Elon Musk, a tech billionaire and presidential adviser, recently brought this up in an interview. He pointed out that a large portion of federal spending, around 500 to 700 billion dollars, is used for

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Social Security: What's Next for Americans?

March 11, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders has raised concerns about the future of Social Security. He believes that the current administration, under President Donald Trump, might try to privatize Social Security and reduce benefits for many Americans who rely on it. The future of programs like Social Securit