Articles by Eleanor Stratton

Can an Executive Order override Environmental Laws to Help the Coal Industry?

President Trump is set to sign executive orders aimed at revitalizing the U.S. coal industry. The plan involves: Maintaining older coal-fired power plants Using emergency powers to ensure continued operation Counteracting previous restrictive measures This initiative indicates a renewed focus on...

Massive ‘Hands Off!’ Protests Erupt Nationwide

The “Hands Off!” protests swept the nation, displaying significant activism across America’s 50 states. Over 1,200 demonstrations were organized by more than 150 diverse groups, including: Civil rights organizations Labor unions LGBTQ+ advocates Veterans They united to address issues such as...

Maine Faces Legal Consequences for Defying Transgender Athlete Policy

Maine finds itself in a heated conflict with the Trump administration over its approach to transgender participation in girls’ sports. The issue centers on Title IX enforcement —a federal civil rights law prohibiting sex-based discrimination in education. Maine has allowed transgender girls to...

Federal Agency Accused Of Destroying Evidence After DOGE Investigation

Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has seized control of the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) following an executive order from President Trump. This drastic action has resulted in: Dismissal of former USIP personnel Appointment of a new leader Transfer of institute assets to...

Trump’s Tariff Escalation with China

President Trump has imposed a 54% tariff on Chinese imports , in addition to the existing 10% global tariff. This brings the total levy to an unprecedented 64% . Trump’s strategy aims to address what he perceives as China’s unfair trade practices, including: Non-monetary tariffs Illegal...

Bondi vs. the Constitution: Who Gets to Decide Who Stays?

Attorney General Pam Bondi stood firmly behind the Trump administration’s decision to deport Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, an alleged MS-13 gang member. In an interview on “Fox News Sunday,” she emphasized the importance of trusting ICE and Homeland Security’s assessments. Despite Abrego...

Presidential Pardon for Dark Web’s Most Infamous Kingpin

When the dark web’s most infamous kingpin walks free at the hands of a U.S. president, the world takes notice. Ulbricht, the mastermind behind Silk Road , envisioned a decentralized, anonymous marketplace rooted in libertarian ideals and enabled by emerging technologies like Tor and Bitcoin. But...

No Rate Cuts Yet: Fed Stays Quiet While Trump Turns Up the Heat

President Donald Trump recently issued a direct appeal to Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on Truth Social, urging a reduction in interest rates. Trump cited several positive economic indicators to support his call: Lower energy prices Decreased interest rates Declining inflation Increased...

Boasberg Considers Contempt of Court

U.S. District Judge James Boasberg closely examined the Trump administration’s handling of deportations under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act. This scrutiny arose from the administration’s apparent disregard of a court order halting deportations of Venezuelan nationals. Boasberg focused on the March...

Rubio Shuts Door on Entire Country in Deportation Standoff

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently announced the U.S. decision to revoke visas for all South Sudanese passport holders and stop future issuances. This policy takes immediate effect due to South Sudan’s lack of cooperation in accepting the return of its citizens expelled by the United States....

Administration’s Request To Dismiss Student Visa Case Denied By Federal Judge

Federal Judge Denise Casper’s recent decision in the case of Rumeysa Öztürk, a doctoral student from Tufts University, has significant implications. Casper denied the Trump administration’s request to dismiss or relocate Öztürk’s case to Louisiana, following careful consideration of...

Judge Orders Return of Erroneously Deported Maryland Father

Federal Judge Paula Xinis has ordered the Trump administration to arrange for Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s return to the U.S. from an El Salvador prison by Monday at midnight. This order follows the realization that his deportation breached the Administrative Procedures Act, as it was carried out...

Are we watching the slow dismantling of federal healthcare guarantees?

The Supreme Court’s deliberations on the Medicaid Act’s “qualified provider” definition have sparked debate over states’ ability to block Medicaid funds from Planned Parenthood. This issue centers on interpreting the Act’s guarantee of patient choice in healthcare providers. The...

Loyalty Over Merit? White House Fires National Security Officials

President Donald Trump recently executed significant changes within the National Security Council following a meeting with far-right activist Laura Loomer. This high-stakes discussion, which took place in the Oval Office, led to substantial staffing adjustments. Loomer, a vocal supporter of...

Efficiency Cuts Don’t Stop For Medical Advancements

America became a global leader in medicine and innovation thanks to institutions like NIH and NSF. They helped wipe out polio, manage HIV, and launch the biotech boom – but now funding cuts threaten to unravel it all. Labs are closing, trials are vanishing, and young scientists are leaving the...

Trump’s Gold Card Visa

President Trump's "gold card" proposal suggests a streamlined path to U.S. citizenship for wealthy investors. Unlike the current EB-5 Visa, which requires substantial investment leading to job creation, the gold card offers a simpler option — a $5 million payment without the need to demonstrate...

Feds Launch Title IX Team to Crack Down on Trans Athletes in Girls’ Sports

Education Secretary Linda McMahon has announced the formation of the Title IX Special Investigations Team (SIT) , tasked with enforcing President Donald Trump’s executive orders on transgender women in sports. This unit aims to expedite Title IX investigations that traditionally take months or...

Is Musk About To Leave DOGE?

Elon Musk’s role at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is set to conclude on May 30, aligning with the 130-day limit for special government employees as defined by Congress in 1962. The White House has confirmed this planned departure, dispelling earlier reports of an early exit....

‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs Announced

President Donald Trump has introduced a new set of tariffs, dubbed “kind” reciprocal tariffs, designed to match or exceed trade barriers imposed on American goods by other countries. The centerpiece of this policy is a 25% tariff on all foreign-made automobiles , effective immediately. This...

Supreme Court Justice Assassination Plot: Accused to Plead Guilty

Nicholas Roske, accused of plotting to assassinate Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, plans to plead guilty according to recent court documents. The case, initially set for a June trial, has shifted as Roske’s defense team informed U.S. District Judge Deborah Boardman of their client’s...