Author: Eleanor Stratton
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What To Know About Judge Boasberg And His Pre-Trump Cases
Boasberg’s Unexpected Spotlight Judge James “Jeb” Boasberg found himself at the center of a political storm when he presided over a case concerning the deportation of suspected Venezuelan gang members. This triggered a showdown with President Trump’s administration, which had taken steps to deport these men to El Salvador’s prison, CECOT. Boasberg’s intervention, halting the…
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What The Full Transcript Of The Leaked Signal Chat Revealed
Trump Officials Accidentally Share Military Plans with Journalist In an extraordinary breach of national security protocols, top U.S. officials inadvertently shared details of military operations in Yemen through a Signal chat that included The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief, Jeffrey Goldberg. This incident has raised serious questions about the security of sensitive information and the use of digital…
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Are DOGE Layoffs ‘Efficient’ If They Send Unemployment Through the Roof?
Trump Administration’s Federal Workforce Cuts The Trump administration, through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) headed by Elon Musk, has implemented significant cuts to the federal workforce. In February, 62,000 federal employees from 17 agencies lost their jobs, marking a substantial reduction in recent history. This action aligns with the administration’s strategy to reshape and…
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HHS Cuts 10K Jobs in Restructure
HHS Announces Major Restructuring and Workforce Reduction The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is undergoing a significant transformation, reducing its workforce by 20,000 jobs, from 82,000 to 62,000 employees. This sweeping change is projected to save $1.8 billion annually. Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. revealed these modifications as part of a broader initiative…
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Latest Polls: What Happened To Trump’s Approval Ratings?
Trump’s Approval Ratings Show Decline in Second Term President Donald Trump’s approval ratings have declined recently, with polls showing a less favorable outlook for the current administration. Starting the year with a net positive approval rating of plus-7, Trump now finds himself at minus-2 in March 2025. CNN analyst Harry Enten noted Trump’s approval is…
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MS-13 Leader Arrested in Virginia
MS-13 Leader Arrested in Virginia Federal agents have apprehended a key player in MS-13, the notorious criminal organization. Captured in Virginia by a task force focused on bringing transnational gang leaders to justice, this 24-year-old man from El Salvador is accused of orchestrating crimes across the East Coast. This arrest was a coordinated move by…
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Waltz’s Public Venmo Exposes Media Ties
Security Breach Exposes Waltz's Venmo Network Michael Waltz's public Venmo account has raised serious security concerns, revealing connections to over 300 friends including journalists and political figures. This oversight comes in the wake of the Signal incident that previously put Waltz under scrutiny. The account's visibility exposes potential communication channels between media and government officials,…
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Trump Blames Waltz for Signal Leak
Trump Shifts Blame in Signal Leak Scandal President Donald Trump addressed the Signal leak scandal, shifting blame towards national security adviser Mike Waltz. During an executive order signing, Trump suggested Waltz claimed responsibility for the incident. This contrasted with Trump's earlier stance, where he had implied a staffer might have been responsible. Trump staunchly defended…
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$1m Prize Winner Announced: Musk’s Controversial Political Tactics in Wisconsin
Tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has recently employed controversial political tactics in Wisconsin through his group, America PAC. These actions include: This strategy comes before a crucial Supreme Court race that could shift Wisconsin’s judicial balance to a conservative majority. Crawford’s campaign has responded strongly, accusing Musk of attempting to “buy a seat” on the Wisconsin…
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Trump’s Auto Tariffs Impact
Trump Announces 25% Tariff on Auto Imports President Trump has announced a 25% tariff on auto imports, effective April 2, aiming to generate $100 billion annually in tax revenue. This aligns with his goal to boost domestic manufacturing, exemplified by Hyundai's $5.8 billion steel plant investment in Louisiana. The tariffs seek to encourage foreign automakers…