Author: Eleanor Stratton
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Trump Tax Leaker Exercises Constitutional Right To Decline To Testify
In a case that has shaken the foundations of taxpayer confidentiality and raised profound questions about the politicization of justice, Charles Edward Littlejohn, a former IRS contractor, was sentenced to five years in federal prison for leaking the tax returns of President Donald Trump and over 400,000 other taxpayers. This unprecedented breach of trust has…
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Judge Blocks Trump’s Trans Ban in Prisons, Cites Eighth Amendment
Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Transgender Inmate Care Ban U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth has issued a ruling that mandates the Bureau of Prisons continue providing gender-affirming care to transgender inmates, defying an executive order from President Donald Trump. This decision centers on the continuation of hormone therapy and social accommodations, such as clothing and hair-removal…
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Putin Promises Response to Ukrainian Drones
Trump and Putin Discuss Ukraine Conflict in 75-Minute Call President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in a 75-minute phone call, focusing primarily on the ongoing situation in Ukraine. Trump shared details of the conversation on Truth Social, stating that while the discussion was thorough, it would not lead to immediate peace. The…
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Rand Paul Opposes Debt in Trump’s Bill
Sen. Rand Paul’s Firm Stance Against Debt Ceiling Hike Sen. Rand Paul stands firm against the One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s proposed $5 trillion debt ceiling hike. For Paul, this isn’t just another legislative detail; it’s a philosophical battleground. He views it as a departure from core conservative principles. "We have never raised the debt…
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Trump Appeals Tariff Court Loss
Trump’s “Liberation Day” Tariffs Face Legal Challenges President Trump’s ambitious “Liberation Day” tariff plan has encountered significant legal hurdles in American courts. Judges are grappling with the task of determining the legal validity of these sweeping economic measures. Recent rulings have gone against Trump’s broad application of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to…
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80 Hours of Constitution Training for Senior Officials
The Senior Executive Service: Bridging Policy and Action In the complex machinery of U.S. governance, the Senior Executive Service (SES) plays a crucial yet often overlooked role. Composed of the highest-ranking career officials, the SES connects presidential appointees to the larger federal workforce, translating top-level policies into everyday actions. However, under the Trump administration, these…
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Trump Appointed Judge Blocks Deportation
Judge Halts Deportation of Venezuelan Migrant, Emphasizing Due Process U.S. District Court Judge John Holcomb has issued a ruling halting the deportation of Venezuelan migrant Darwin Antonio Arevalo Millan. The decision, handed down on Monday, underscores the critical need for adequate notice and due process under the Alien Enemies Act. Holcomb, a Trump appointee, emphasized…
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Why Are Taxpayers Paying for a Birthday Parade with Tanks?
After DOGE’s lectures on efficiency, Trump’s $61 million spectacle is hard to defend. After months of finger-wagging from the Department of Government Efficiency — slashing budgets, freezing hiring, and sermonizing about “doing more with less” — we’re now expected to salute a $61 million birthday parade for Donald Trump. Tanks in the streets. Flyovers above…
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Trump Admin Seeks SCOTUS OK on Federal Layoffs
Trump Administration’s Urgent Plea to Supreme Court The Trump administration has made another urgent plea to the Supreme Court, seeking immediate approval to reduce its federal workforce. This appeal follows a district court’s decision that significantly impeded President Trump’s broader workforce reduction strategy. Solicitor General D. John Sauer argues that this judicial barrier is causing…
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Federal Oversight in Question After Firebombing at Pro-Israel Rally
Disturbing Act of Violence in Boulder, Colorado On Sunday afternoon, Boulder, Colorado, witnessed a shocking incident of violence. Mohamed Sabry Soliman, a 45-year-old Egyptian national, allegedly attacked a pro-Israel group during a weekly event held by “Run for Their Lives” on Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall. Soliman, who had overstayed his tourist visa, reportedly threw lit…