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Canada's Trade Talk Tensions: Who's in Charge?

October 27, 2025

In a recent twist, Canada's federal government seemed to step back from Ontario's bold moves on trade. This came after U. S. President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff hike on Canadian products. Ontario had been quite vocal, even running a TV ad that caught Trump's attention. First, Canadian cab

education

A Judge Says No to Trump's Plan to End DEI Programs

August 15, 2025

A federal judge has put a stop to the Trump administration's plan to end diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in schools and universities. Judge Stephanie Gallagher in Maryland ruled that the Education Department broke the law when it tried to cut federal funding from schools that kept th

politics

NOAA's Billing Blunder: Workers Fired, Then Billed for Non-Existent Health Coverage

June 26, 2025

Some former employees of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are in a tough spot. They were fired, then rehired, and then fired again. Now, they're getting bills for health insurance they never had. The workers say they received letters demanding payment for health care premi

politics

The Battle Over Federal Jobs: What's Really Going On?

May 31, 2025

The Trump administration's plan to slim down the federal workforce hit a snag. A recent decision by a U. S. appeals court kept a halt on these cuts in place. This means the Department of Government Efficiency's plans are on hold for now. The court's decision came down to the potential impact of thes

politics

Elon Musk's Departure: What Lies Ahead for DOGE?

May 30, 2025

Elon Musk's time in the federal government is wrapping up. He's stepping down from his position as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency. This move comes after a series of legal hurdles, disagreements with other government officials, and a lack of evidence supporting claims of cost sav

education

Harvard's President Speaks Up on Campus Issues

May 3, 2025

The leader of Harvard, Alan Garber, has been in the spotlight due to a legal battle with the federal government. The conflict started when the government attempted to take away billions of dollars in research funding and the school's tax-free status. This is a big deal, as Harvard is one of the most

politics

Musk's Quick Fix: A New Era of Government Cuts

April 26, 2025

The federal government underwent a major shakeup in its first 100 days under a new administration. A group of young tech experts, led by a billionaire entrepreneur, stormed into various government agencies. Their mission? To slash spending, cancel contracts, and even shut down entire depar

health

News Coverage of Government Health Alerts During National Illness Scares

April 11, 2025

During national health scares, the government sends out warnings to keep people safe. These alerts can reach more people if news outlets share them widely. This can help stop the spread of illness quickly and keep people informed. However, it's not clear how well news outlets spread these government

politics

Maine's Fight for Funds: A Battle Over Trans Rights and School Sports

April 8, 2025

Maine is in a tough spot. The state is taking legal action against the federal government. The issue? Money for feeding kids and disabled adults is being held back. This is all because of a disagreement over transgender girls in high school sports. The state's top legal official filed a lawsuit. Th

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Hawaii's Ag Leaders Make Big Moves in Washington

March 31, 2025

A group of more than 20 leaders from Hawaii's farming, ranching, and business sectors just wrapped up their second annual trip to Washington, D. C. They met with top officials to talk about the future of Hawaii's agriculture. This year, they had a special guest: the new US Secretary of Agriculture,