Articles by Eleanor Stratton

Homeownership on the Line: How a Quiet Policy Shift Could Reshape Who Gets to Buy a Home

If you’re paying a mortgage, dreaming of owning a home, or just hoping interest rates don’t spike again — this matters more than you think. Behind the scenes, two of the biggest names in housing finance — Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — could soon be spun off into the private market. That...

Judge Halts Harvard Visa Ban

A U.S. federal court in Boston has temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to revoke Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students. Judge Allison D. Burroughs granted Harvard a temporary restraining order, aiming to prevent irreparable harm rather than side with...

Harvard Revokes Professor’s Tenure: Inside the Multimillion-Dollar Fraud Allegations at Harvard

Accusations of academic misconduct have upended the career of Francesca Gino, a prominent Harvard business administration professor known for studying honesty. The Data Colada blog exposed allegations of data manipulation in several of her studies spanning over a decade. In 2021, a group of...

Judge Flags Constitutional Concerns in Musk’s DOGE Appointment, Dismisses Trump

U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan’s recent ruling provides a nuanced perspective on the constitutional balancing act concerning Elon Musk’s role in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Despite the Trump administration’s attempts to dismiss the case, Chutkan allowed the lawsuit...

Trump Extends EU Tariff Deadline

President Donald Trump has agreed to extend the deadline for imposing a 50% tariff on European Union imports until July 9, 2025, following a call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Trump shared this development on Truth Social, emphasizing the urgency for serious negotiations....

Rubio’s Visa Restrictions Announcement

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced a groundbreaking policy aimed at safeguarding American free speech rights from foreign interference. The new visa restriction policy targets foreign nationals involved in censoring Americans, potentially barring them from entering the United States. "For...

Top 10 Memorial Day Moments

Before the grill is lit, before the beach towel is unrolled, before the sales begin — there’s a deeper reason why Memorial Day matters. This is not just a holiday. It’s a moment of national memory. Behind the long weekend lies a legacy written in valor, sacrifice, and service — not just in...

Meaning And Origins Of Memorial Day

Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day, emerged from the aftermath of the Civil War. With fields of sacrifice spread across the land, communities found themselves drawn to graveyards to honor the fallen. In Charleston, South Carolina, in 1865, freed African Americans gathered at a...

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...