President Trump Levying New Tariffs
President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. will impose 25% tariffs on goods from Japan and South Korea, and a 50% levy on Brazil, effective August 1st. As well as threatening a 35% tariff on some Canadian goods.
House Passes a $9.4 Billion Rescission Package in funding for Foreign Aid, NPR, PBS
On Thursday, June 12th, the House approved a rescissions package request from the White House to rescind funding for NPR, PBS, and international aid that lawmakers had previously. In a 214 to 212 vote, all but four House Republicans voted in favor of the measure, with all Democrats opposing.
Trump Cabinet Picks Thus Far
Over the last several days, President-Elect Trump has wasted no time tapping several Republican loyalists to be part of his cabinet.
Election Update: Litigation and the Supreme Court's Uncertain Role
Welcome to the start of election week 2024. This week, we will address some questions looming about litigation, and the potential involvement of the Supreme Court.
Hurricanes, Relief Funds, and Voter Access: The High-Stakes Impact of Milton and Helene
On October 9th, Hurricane Milton made landfall and passed through Florida. This marks the second major hurricane that has made landfall in Florida this past month after Hurricane Helene hit in late September.