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  • 14. Pardoning January 6 Defendants and Promoting Equal Justice President Trump issued pardons to nearly all individuals convicted for their involvement in the January 6 Capitol events. This action aligns with his goals of justice system reform and addresses what…

  • USAID Shutdown Sparks Debate The Trump administration's decision to halt operations at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has ignited controversy. This move aims to save taxpayer money and prioritize American interests. Secretary of State Marco Rubio argues that…

  • Definition and Purpose of NGOs Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are independent entities operating outside government influence. They address societal needs like: NGOs aim to fill gaps where government action may be insufficient or alternative perspectives are needed. NGOs are active in…

  • Constitutional Powers and Impoundment The United States Constitution grants Congress authority over federal spending, often called the “power of the purse.” Article I, Section 9 states, “No Money shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in Consequence of Appropriations made…

  • 1. Securing the Southern Border: Wall Construction and Asylum Reforms Policy & Timeline: Within hours of taking office in January 2025, President Trump moved to restore border security by restarting construction of the border wall and overhauling asylum policies​ foxnews.com.…

  • 14. Visit to CIA Headquarters President Trump visited the CIA headquarters early in his presidency to mend relations with the intelligence community. This visit aimed to: The engagement signaled the administration's approach to strengthening its relationship with key federal agencies…

  • U.S.-Mexico Agreement on Border Security The U.S.-Mexico agreement to strengthen border security emerged from negotiations with tariffs as leverage. Under this accord, Mexico deployed about 12,000 National Guard members, primarily soldiers and military police, to its southern border. Their objective…

  • Trump Announces Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China President Trump has announced a decision to impose tariffs, affecting economic relations with Canada, Mexico, and China. He proposed: This move has stirred economic concerns among various stakeholders. Economists and business leaders…

  • U.S. Pressures Panama Over Chinese Influence in Canal Zone U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a firm message to Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino, emphasizing concerns over Chinese influence in the Panama Canal area. The United States views the…

  • Trump Links Ukraine Aid to Rare Earth Access President Donald Trump has proposed a strategic move linking ongoing U.S. aid to Ukraine's fight against Russia with gaining access to Ukraine's rare earth materials. This approach showcases both a strategic and…