Articles by Eleanor Stratton

Trump Pardons Convicted Virginia Sheriff

Scott Jenkins, former sheriff of Culpeper County, was set to begin a 10-year federal prison sentence for bribery, but President Donald Trump intervened . On Monday, Trump announced on his social media platform, Truth Social, that he had pardoned Jenkins, criticizing what he described as a...

Trump’s Nuclear Commission Reform

President Donald J. Trump has signed a series of executive orders aimed at transforming the nuclear energy sector in the United States. The orders focus on: Dismantling regulatory barriers Reinforcing domestic nuclear capabilities Reducing reliance on foreign technology The Nuclear Regulatory...

Trump’s EU Tariff Threats Risk Trade War

When President Trump proposed a 50% tariff on European Union goods, EU leaders responded with varying approaches: EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic called for diplomatic talks French President Macron and German Chancellor Scholz advocated for a more assertive EU response European Commission...

Trump Presses Ramaphosa with Graphic Video on South Africa Violence

The Oval Office transformed into an unexpected stage during a meeting between President Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Trump dimmed the lights and presented a video slideshow claiming to depict anti-white violence in South Africa. Ramaphosa maintained composure, attempting to...

Rubio and Van Hollen Exchange at Senate

In a charged Senate hearing, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen clashed over the Trump administration’s refugee policies, particularly the exemption for white South Africans amidst a broader suspension. Van Hollen questioned the rationale behind exempting...

“Don’t f**k around”: Trump Pressures House GOP on Policy Bill

President Donald Trump has employed a dual approach of persuasion and pressure with House Republicans, persisting in his efforts to secure support for his expansive domestic policy bill. Entering a challenging environment, Trump alternated between cheerleader and enforcer, trying to unite a party...

Here’s What Trump’s Tariffs Have Done to the Economy So Far

Tariffs were supposed to shift the balance—reshape trade, bring production home, and change the way companies invest in the U.S. economy. Since then, the results have been mixed, depending on who you ask and what numbers you trust. Some projects moved forward. Others quietly stalled. So what’s...

Trump’s Legal Action Against ABC News

President Donald Trump has taken to Truth Social to challenge ABC News’ portrayal of a $400 million Boeing 747 donation from Qatar. Trump emphasized that the aircraft is intended for the U.S. Air Force , not his personal use, asserting this decision will benefit taxpayers. He criticized ABC’s...

Why Economists Are Worried About a Quiet Federal Rule Change

What if the next jobs report told a very different story—because it had to? A quiet rule change under White House review could shift the balance between economic facts and political agendas. It’s not just a staffing move. It’s a fundamental question of whether data can stay neutral when jobs...

GOP Warns Trump: Turn Down the Jet

Donald Trump’s acceptance of a $400 million luxury Boeing jet from Qatar’s royal family has ignited a firestorm of controversy across the political spectrum. Critics from both sides of the aisle have raised concerns: Senator Chris Murphy (D-Connecticut): Called it “the definition of...

Why Does Trump Want To Lift Sanctions On Syria?

President Donald Trump’s unexpected announcement to lift all sanctions on Syria during his visit to Saudi Arabia caught many in his administration off guard. The decision left officials in the State and Treasury departments scrambling to determine the practicalities of such a policy shift. Trump...

The Results Of Trump’s Middle-Eastern Trip

President Donald Trump’s recent Middle East trip resulted in significant business transactions across multiple sectors: Saudi Arabia pledged $600 billion for U.S.-Saudi partnerships, focusing on AI data centers, infrastructure, and defense collaborations. Qatar Airways committed to purchasing up...

Are Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Allies Preparing A Trump Pardon?

Sean “Diddy” Combs is currently embroiled in serious legal troubles in the Southern District of New York. The hip-hop mogul faces charges including: Racketeering conspiracy Sex trafficking Related offenses If convicted, Combs could receive a sentence ranging from 15 years to life in prison . In...

Trump’s Own Justice Grills White House on Defiance of Courts

During recent Supreme Court oral arguments, Justice Amy Coney Barrett engaged in a revealing exchange with U.S. Solicitor General John Sauer regarding the Trump administration’s adherence to federal court rulings. The questioning centered on a case involving birthright citizenship and highlighted...

Prison Break in New Orleans: Was It an Inside Job?

New Orleans recently experienced a significant security breach at the Orleans Parish Prison. Ten inmates, charged with serious crimes including murder , managed to escape through a series of vulnerabilities in the facility’s infrastructure and procedures. The escape, caught on unwatched security...

DOJ’s Deportation Justification Collapses Under Scrutiny

Judge Paula Xinis challenged the Trump administration’s invocation of state secrets privilege in the deportation case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia. She questioned the Justice Department’s justification, asking: "What kind of legal world are we operating in?" When DOJ attorneys claimed Garcia’s...

3 Things Trump’s China Trade Deal Changes for You

Could a handshake between the world’s economic giants finally ease the sting of rising prices? What does a sudden thaw in a heated trade war mean for your grocery bill, your job, or the gadgets you buy? On May 12, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a surprise trade deal with China, slashing...

Flipping on Taxes, Trump Tests America’s Founding Principles

Populism often challenges the stability of constitutional structures. The Founding Fathers designed our Constitution with checks and balances to prevent hasty decisions, particularly regarding tax policies. Populist rhetoric sometimes clashes with these constitutional guardrails, favoring direct...

Newark Mayor Arrested At Anti-ICE Protest

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, a Democratic candidate for New Jersey governor, was arrested by federal authorities on May 9, 2025, at the Delaney Hall ICE detention facility in Newark, accused of trespassing during a protest against its operation. The arrest, which followed a dramatic standoff involving...

Feds Subpoena California Over Alleged Cash Handouts to Illegal Migrants

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has launched an investigation into California, issuing subpoenas on May 12, 2025, to probe whether the state has been funneling federal funds to provide cash benefits to illegal immigrants through its Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI). The move,...