Articles by Charlotte Greene

Will SCOTUS Allow Trump’s Push to Dismantle Education?

A surprising clash over the Department of Education is grabbing attention — and it’s not just about schools. The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to overturn a judge’s order that’s stopping their plan to drastically cut the agency responsible for student loans, special...

The Middle Rises: Musk Suggests Creating New Political Party

Elon Musk struck a nerve with America when he tweeted a deceptively simple question: “Is it time to create a new political party in America that actually represents the 80% in the middle?” Within hours, over 2.5 million people had voted in his X poll. More than 81% said yes. This wasn’t just...

Elon Musk’s White House Sendoff: Four Takeaways From a Pivotal Press Conference

On May 30, 2025, President Donald Trump held a widely watched press conference in the Oval Office to mark the official end of Elon Musk’s tenure at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). But this wasn’t a quiet goodbye. From glowing praise and golden keys to constitutional debates and...

The Educational Choice for Children Act: Opportunity or Inequity?

When it comes to the future of education in America, few proposals stir more passionate debate than school choice. The Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA) , a federal bill introduced in Congress, aims to take that conversation to the national level by offering tax incentives to donors who...

What’s next for DOGE after Elon Musk’s departure?

Elon Musk, known for innovation, took on an unexpected role as the face of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). His tenure led to changes aimed at reducing federal overspending. Musk’s initiatives reportedly saved $175 billion , or about $1,086.96 per taxpayer , through: Asset sales...

Who Wins and Who Loses Under the Big, Beautiful Bill

In a razor-thin 215–214 vote, the House of Representatives passed President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending package, officially titled the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” This 1,100-page legislation promises historic tax cuts, major shifts in healthcare policy, and significant...

Impact of Ending Birthright Citizenship

The struggle over birthright citizenship ignites debate in America’s legal landscape, rooted in the 14th Amendment. President Trump’s executive order aims to dismantle this guarantee, sparking legal challenges and public discourse. The Supreme Court is central to untangling this constitutional...

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Missiles, Musk, and Money: Trump’s Golden Dome Meets Capitol Resistance

President Trump has announced the Golden Dome missile defense shield, a $175 billion project aimed at enhancing existing defense capabilities. This ambitious plan promises to intercept missiles globally, including from space. However, the project faces significant challenges: Scale and innovation...

Supreme Court Lifts Censure on Libby

In a landmark 7-2 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that the Maine legislature must lift its censure against Rep. Laurel Libby, a verdict with far-reaching implications for free speech and legislative power. The ruling affirms Libby’s right to serve her constituents, despite her...

What It Means To Defund Planned Parenthood

Few policy debates ignite public attention as quickly — or as vaguely — as the call to “defund Planned Parenthood.” For some, it’s a moral imperative. For others, a threat to basic healthcare access. But beyond the political noise, what does defunding actually involve? Who decides what...

Trump Signs Bill on Explicit Deepfakes

President Trump has signed the Take It Down Act , marking a significant federal step against online exploitation. The Act criminalizes the sharing of nonconsensual explicit images, including those created with AI. Key provisions include: Social media platforms must remove flagged content within 48...

SCOTUS Blocks Trump’s Deportation Efforts

In a significant legal development, the U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to deport Venezuelan migrants under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. This decision raises critical questions about the applicability of centuries-old legislation to contemporary...

3 Ways Homan’s Feud with AOC Reshapes Your Rights

What happens when free speech collides with border enforcement, and how might it change the protections you rely on? In May 2025, President Donald Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, clashed with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) over her webinar advising migrants on navigating Immigration and...

Will Trump Free Floyd’s Killer?

Is a presidential pardon about to unravel justice for George Floyd? Can one man’s decision reignite the flames of 2020’s unrest, and what does it mean for your community’s trust in the system? On May 14, 2025, speculation that President Donald Trump might pardon Derek Chauvin, the former...

Unelected Senate Official Could Derail Trump’s Big Bill

Who holds the power to shape the nation’s future when a sweeping legislative package hangs in the balance? Can a single, unelected figure sway the will of elected leaders, and what does this mean for your taxes and healthcare? President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill,” a colossal mix...

What Trump’s Drug Pricing Order Means for Your Pharmacy Bill

Why are Americans paying triple for the same pills that cost pennies abroad? Can a single presidential pen stroke really slash your prescription costs, and what risks lurk behind the promise of cheaper drugs? President Donald Trump’s executive order, signed on May 12, 2025, aims to revolutionize...

Everything You Need To Know About The ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

As the 2024 election fades into the rearview mirror and the 2025 legislative calendar begins to heat up, Donald Trump has returned to one of his favorite political catchphrases: the promise of a “big, beautiful bill.” He used it in 2017 to sell sweeping tax cuts. Now, in 2025, he’s dusting...

Democrats’ Bold Move at Delaney Hall: Oversight or Overreach?

On May 9, 2025, three New Jersey Democratic members of Congress – Reps. Rob Menendez Jr., Bonnie Watson Coleman, and LaMonica McIver – made headlines by storming through the gates of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Delaney Hall detention facility in Newark, demanding to...

Fed Holds Rates Steady: Tariffs Cloud Path for American Wallets

The Federal Reserve announced on May 7, 2025, that it will keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25% to 4.5%, signaling caution amid rising inflation risks and economic uncertainty driven by President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff policies. Chair Jerome Powell, speaking at a press...