Articles by Eleanor Stratton

Arizona Takes Action on Noncitizen Voters

Arizona is verifying and removing noncitizens from its voter rolls following a lawsuit by America First Legal (AFL), led by former Trump advisor Stephen Miller. The suit, targeting 15 Arizona counties, claimed they weren’t following state law on citizenship verification. Now, these counties are...

Trump’s April 20 Military Plan

President Trump’s early action upon taking office was declaring a national emergency along the southern border, emphasizing border control and national security. This executive order included a provision hinting at possibly invoking the Insurrection Act of 1807 if necessary, with a 90-day...

President Donald J. Trump and Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele met at the White House, focusing on deporting gang members from MS-13 and Tren de Aragua. This collaboration aims to address crime rates linked to these groups, demonstrating that dangerous criminals will not find sanctuary in the...

Merici Vinton's experience at the US Digital Service (USDS) changed dramatically with the arrival of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk. Vinton described the new era as "highly secretive" with a shift away from collaboration and consensus-building. DOGE implemented...

Did Booker Break Senate Rules?

Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey delivered a remarkable 25-hour speech on the Senate floor, protesting policies under President Trump’s administration. Booker’s intent was to highlight what he perceived as threats to American democracy and to energize his political base. Booker’s protest...

1968 Civil Rights Act Signed

April 11, 1968, marked a pivotal moment in American history with the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 , also known as the Fair Housing Act, by President Lyndon B. Johnson. This legislative milestone came just a week after Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, which acted as a catalyst for...

5 Things You Should Know About Immigrants and Medicaid

Immigrants in the U.S. significantly contribute to the economy and health care systems but face systemic barriers when accessing Medicaid and other public health programs. Despite often qualifying, many enroll at lower rates due to policy complexity, fear, and language challenges. Emergency...

What It Means When Democrats Vote Like Republicans

In 2025, American politics resembles a battlefield more than a republic, with key figures like Jared Golden marking new paths by crossing party lines. Golden supported the SAVE Act, which demands proof of citizenship before voting—a move he defends as necessary to prevent fraud. Critics argue it...

Since 2020, an eye-watering $382 million in fraudulent unemployment payments has flowed through the cracks of the U.S. benefits system—most of it concentrated in just three states. Together, these outliers are responsible for over 80% of the improper claims, raising serious concerns about...

Surprising Takeaways On The President’s Private Side

Bill Maher’s dinner with Donald Trump revealed a surprising contrast between the former president’s private and public personas. Maher observed: In private, Trump was gracious and amiable Trump laughed at jokes, even those at his own expense He showed more self-awareness than his public image...

What Trump’s 125% Tariff Bombshell Means For American Consumers

President Donald Trump announced an immediate increase in tariffs on Chinese imports to 125% , citing China’s “lack of respect” for global markets. The announcement, underscores a dramatic escalation in Trump’s trade strategy, signaling an uncompromising stance on what he calls China’s...

Protests Are Growing Over Medicaid: What’s Actually Changing and Why It Matters

The Trump administration’s proposed Medicaid cuts have ignited a firestorm of debate across the United States. Over 1,200 demonstrations , organized by more than 150 groups, expressed deep concern about potential changes to this vital program. Protesters, including civil rights advocates and...

Who Reins In ‘Activist’ Judges? The House Just Picked a Side

The No Rogue Rulings Act, spearheaded by Rep. Darrell Issa, has passed the House with a narrow margin of 219 to 213. The bill saw near-unanimous Republican support, with only one GOP member opposing it, while Democrats stood united in opposition. This legislation aims to curtail district courts’...

The Two Biggest Impacts Of Musk’s $150B Savings Goal

Elon Musk, chief of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), announced during a White House Cabinet meeting with President Donald Trump that the agency aims to save $150 billion in fiscal year 2026 . Musk highlighted potential savings through reducing waste and fraud within government...

Judge Trevor McFadden's ruling brings the White House's decision to block the Associated Press from presidential events under constitutional scrutiny. The federal judge, a Trump appointee, determined that restricting AP's access due to coverage that displeased the administration violates...

Can Congress Regain Tariff Power?

The U.S. Constitution designates Congress as the primary authority over tariffs. Article I, Section 8 endows Congress with the power to "lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises," and to "regulate Commerce with foreign Nations." These words cement Congress's central role in shaping...

Presidential Authority on the Brink: Will the Court Rewrite the Rules?

The recent legal developments concerning President Trump’s dismissals of Gwynne Wilcox from the National Labor Relations Board and Cathy Harris from the Merit Systems Protection Board have significant implications. A federal appeals court’s en banc 7-4 decision to reinstate these members,...

A True Battle Between Judiciary & Executive: Trump’s Rebellion Intensifies

Judge James Boasberg finds himself at the center of a legal showdown with the Trump administration over deportations under the Alien Enemies Act. In a recent hearing, Boasberg pointed out potential rule-breaking as two planes carrying alleged Venezuelan gang members were sent to El Salvador despite...

What It Took For Seattle To Admit Defunding Police Was Wrong

Seattle’s city council has unanimously approved Resolution 32167 , abandoning prior commitments to defund police. This marks a significant shift in the city’s public safety policies. Councilmember Rob Saka emphasized that this move is about “collectively healing” from what he describes as...

U.S. District Judge James Boasberg’s courtroom has been less busy following the Supreme Court’s decision allowing the Trump administration to use the Alien Enemies Act for deporting Venezuelan nationals. This act, largely unused since World War II, is now making a comeback. The Supreme Court...