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state rights

States Win Temporary Relief in Child Care Funds Battle

January 10, 2026

A judge recently put a temporary stop to the Trump administration's attempt to freeze federal funds for child care and other support programs in five states. California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York had argued that this sudden move was causing confusion and disruption. The administrat

politics

Trump's Pardon for Tina Peters Sparks Legal Debate

December 12, 2025

Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk, is at the center of a legal storm. She was found guilty of state crimes and is currently serving a nine-year sentence. The charges include attempting to influence a public servant and conspiracy to commit criminal impersonation. Peters was convicted for a

politics

California Takes a Stand Against Masked Officers

September 21, 2025

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

opinion

Why America's Education System Is Under Threat

March 18, 2025

The United States is facing a significant challenge to its education system. Recent plans to reduce the staff of the Department of Education (DOE) by half, from around 4, 100 to 2, 800, are more than just a budget cut. This move is part of a broader push to weaken federal oversight in education, whi