Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, confirmed 77-22, manages the CRJ-700 crash at Reagan National killing 64. The Trump appointee, former congressman and MTV star, oversees transportation systems, self-driving car regulations, and rolled back fuel standards.

While maintaining Tesla oversight, he addresses controller shortages and eliminates DEI programs.

CISA, created under Trump to protect critical infrastructure and elections, faces uncertain future amid Republican criticism. Director Krebs's firing after defending 2020 election integrity, Greene's accusations, and Zuckerberg's fact-checking reduction reflect ongoing tensions.

The agency, potentially moving to Transportation Department, helped states combat Russian interference since 2016. Trump's executive order targeting censorship threatens CISA's established election security role.

Trump's 81,235-word first week, quadrupling Biden's 24,259, overwhelms White House stenographers. His media-savvy approach, honed through The Apprentice, generates constant headlines about Hamas bombs, Guantanamo detention plans, and Hurricane Helene recovery.

Speaking 7:44 hours versus Biden's 2:36, Trump's accessibility, demonstrated through Doocy exchanges, marks dramatic shift in presidential communication.

50 migrants, including 44 Pakistanis mostly from Punjab, died when their boat capsized near Dakhla, Western Sahara, en route to Canary Islands. 22 survivors are returning home, confirmed by spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan.

President Zardari acknowledged the tragedy while relatives seek bodies' return. Pakistan launched crackdown on human smugglers, sacked officials after hundreds die yearly attempting European migration.

American Flight 5342's Bombardier CRJ-701, carrying 60 passengers and 4 crew from Wichita, including figure skaters, collided with a Fort Belvoir UH-60 Blackhawk carrying 3 soldiers. The jet, at 400 feet and 140 mph, crashed approaching Runway 33 at Reagan National on January 29, 2025.

Defense Secretary Hegseth launched investigations into multiple fatalities.

Trump's 2025 presidency, led by Susie Wiles with Heritage Foundation support, features aggressive policy changes: federal spending freeze, 2M worker severance offers, transgender rights rollback, January 6 pardons, Guantanamo migrant detention, FEMA threats, security clearance revocations amid Iran threats.

Administration leverages viral moments while benefiting from Supreme Court immunity post-assassination attempts.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and Insurance Commissioner John King push tort reform, citing $43M CVS and $31M mobile home verdicts. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce supports reforms while experts Tyler Leverty, Kenneth Klein, and David Stegall debate benefits.

F&W Transportation reports doubled premiums. The Georgia Trial Lawyers Association and Joanne Doroshow oppose changes, demanding rate-setting transparency.

Former Democratic congresswoman and 2020 presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard, with Middle East deployments, seeks DNI role overseeing 18 intelligence agencies. Senate scrutinizes her Assad visit, chemical weapons skepticism, Ukraine statements, and Russian disinformation allegations.

Intelligence Committee Chair Cotton confirms clean background checks, defending her patriotism despite surveillance policy shifts.

Ex-prosecutor Kash Patel, Trump's FBI nominee and loyalist, faces Senate confirmation December 9, 2024. His plans include converting Pennsylvania Ave HQ to deep state museum, reassigning 7000 staff. Former House Intelligence aide defended Jan 6 rioters, supported Trump's NY trial. Sen.

Tillis prepared bingo card of Democrat criticisms, while Sen. Durbin opposes. Succeeds Wray.

Trump's 2025 presidency, led by Susie Wiles with Heritage Foundation support, implements aggressive agenda through Republican Congress. Actions include revoking Bolton/Pompeo security clearances, pardoning 1500 January 6 participants, freezing federal hiring, ending diversity programs.

Despite four indictments and assassination attempts, Supreme Court immunity enables unprecedented executive authority.

El Salvador's Congress, led by Bukele's New Ideas party with Christian Guevara, ratified reforms requiring three-quarters approval for constitutional changes. Opposition's Cesia Rivas and Eduardo Escobar warn of power consolidation.

Congress extended emergency measures, modified cryptocurrency rules per IMF. Bukele, Trump ally, awaits Secretary Rubio's Central America visit.

American Airlines flight 5342, a Bombardier CRJ-701 from Wichita, collided with an Army Blackhawk at Reagan National approaching Runway 33. The crash, captured on Kennedy Center cameras as a fireball, occurred at 9 PM EST over the Potomac River.

Defense Secretary Hegseth and Transportation Secretary Duffy monitored while President Trump received briefings.

Serbia faces nationwide protests after Novi Sad station collapse killed 15, leading to PM Vucevic's resignation. President Vucic confronts mounting pressure as student-led demonstrations demand transparency. Thirteen face charges amid corruption allegations over Chinese consortium's renovation.

Russia and China support Vucic, while EU remains silent. Violent incidents and Belgrade blockades mark ongoing protests.

A January 2025 Trump White House funding pause sparked concerns about FAFSA availability, but the U.S. Department of Education confirmed all student aid programs continued operating.

The Federal Student Aid Office maintained June 30 deadlines for 2024-2025 applications, while colleges kept individual deadlines. Pell Grants, Head Start, and assistance for small businesses, farmers, and renters remained unaffected.

DAMAC International's The Delmore, a 12-story luxury project designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, replaces Surfside's Champlain Towers South, where structural defects caused 98 deaths in 2021. The development features 37 mansions starting at $15 million.

Following a $1 billion settlement and NIST investigation, Gov. DeSantis enacted strict condo maintenance regulations for Florida buildings.

Trump's OMB revoked a 2-day federal aid freeze after nationwide confusion and lawsuits from Democratic state attorneys general. The order required programs to answer questions about gender ideology and abortion by February 7.

While Medicare, Social Security, food stamps were exempt, Meals on Wheels and Head Start faced uncertainty. Senators Murray and Schumer celebrated the reversal.

F-35 crashed at Eielson Air Force Base near Fairbanks during $500M expansion hosting 54 jets and 3,500 airmen. Pilot ejected safely, remaining stable.

Aircraft, capable of 12-hour Northern Hemisphere flights, suffered significant damage. Follows 2023 incidents in Texas and South Carolina, including Marine investigation of unnecessary ejection.

Trump's 8-month salary buyout targets 2 million federal workers by Feb 6, excluding military/postal staff. Musk's efficiency commission oversees program offering remote work until Sept 30. Government's 3 million employees (1.9% civilian workforce) average 12-year tenures.

20% work in DC-MD-VA region, 147,500 in California. AFGE Union opposes plan as anti-worker purge.

Created in 1979 under Carter, OPM implements Trump's federal restructuring through 8-month salary buyouts ending February 6. The 'Fork in the Road' email, endorsed by Musk, excludes military personnel but permits future employment.

Initiative includes OMB's loan freeze, GSA's traditional architecture mandate, and Digital Service transfer to DOGE. Job cuts possible.

UNRWA faces shutdown in east Jerusalem as Israeli laws, effective Thursday, ban its operations and official contact. The agency serves 6 million Palestinian refugees since 1948, providing healthcare to 80,000 people and education to 1,000 students in Shuafat camp, isolated by concrete walls and checkpoints since 2002.

Netanyahu's government intensified opposition after October 2023 Hamas attack, threatening services across occupied territories.

Murdoch's WSJ criticizes Trump's 2025 term: Capitol pardons, Kennedy Health appointment, TikTok delay, Iran security removal, and cryptocurrency ventures, while supporting diversity dismantling and Alaska development. Press Secretary Leavitt welcomes conservative media as Fox discusses Mount Rushmore placement.

Journal maintains critical oversight amid widespread right-wing enthusiasm.

Trump's OMB issued then rescinded a federal grants freeze on January 27, 2025, affecting trillions in state funding. The two-day order sparked legal challenges and nationwide confusion before termination via two-sentence notice.

Democratic critics, led by a Washington Senator, celebrated while denouncing administration's sheer incompetence, cruel intentions, and willful disregard of law.

Ford calls February 27 election amid Trump's 25% tariff threats and 51st state comment. McGill's Beland cites divided opposition advantage. Trudeau's January 6 exit, March 9 leadership change, March 24 confidence vote complicate response.

Ford's 79-seat majority promises retaliation, including alcohol ban. Crombie opposes $175M vote amid environmental investigation.

Trump dismissed EEOC commissioners Burrows and Samuels, violating Title VII Civil Rights Act structure. NLRB's Wilcox and Abruzzo also removed. Lucas leads EEOC with Kotagal remaining, replacing Sonderling.

Agency enforces workplace anti-discrimination laws, faces internal disputes over DEI policies, transgender rights, pregnancy accommodations. Commissioners plan legal challenges against unprecedented removals.

Trump administration, through DHS Secretary Noem, revoked TPS protection for 600,000 Venezuelans, reversing Mayorkas's Biden-era extension from April 2025 to October 2026.

Created in 1990, TPS protects 1 million immigrants from 17 countries, including 230,000 Salvadorans, 103,000 Ukrainians, and 1,900 Sudanese from deportation during disasters or civil conflicts.

Trump signs Laken Riley Act 9 days into presidency, following immigration executive orders. Law requires detention of undocumented immigrants accused of crimes, empowers state attorneys general.

Named for murdered Georgia student Riley, killed by Ibarra (sentenced to life), who had prior arrests in El Paso, New York, and Georgia. ACLU warns of constitutional issues and mass detentions.

Trump signs Laken Riley Act, mandating detention of undocumented immigrants accused of crimes, after 22-year-old Riley's murder by Jose Ibarra in February 2024. Law empowers state attorneys general, requires detention for various offenses. Ibarra had prior arrests.

ACLU and refugee advocates warn of mass detentions, constitutional issues. Trump issues border executive orders, threatens uncooperative law enforcement.

Trump's first legislation, the Laken Riley Act, named for a student murdered by illegal immigrant Jose Ibarra in 2024, mandates detention of undocumented immigrants accused of crimes. Passed with bipartisan support nine days into his term, it grants state attorneys general power over immigration policy and accompanies executive orders for mass deportation.

Critics, including ACLU, warn of constitutional violations and detention facility costs.

UK Treasury chief Reeves backs Heathrow's third runway, part of Labour's growth strategy including Oxford-Cambridge tech hub and 9 reservoirs. The project, proposed since 1946, requires M25 tunneling and 700 demolitions.

Despite 2018 approval and Woldbye's support, environmental concerns persist from Khan. European competitors maintain more runways.

Treasury chief Reeves backs Heathrow's third runway to boost UK economy, requiring M25 tunnel and 700 houses' demolition. Operating at capacity with circling planes, the expansion faces opposition from Mayor Khan and environmentalists.

First proposed 1946, approved 2018, then pandemic-delayed, the project supported by CEO Woldbye aims to compete with European airports' multiple runways.

Trump's DNI nominee Tulsi Gabbard faces confirmation challenges over her 2017 two-hour meeting with Syria's Assad, arranged by Khawam brothers linked to Syrian nationalists. Her stances supporting Snowden's pardon, opposing Wikileaks prosecution, and alleged Russia sympathy draw criticism.

She needs Republican support amid questions about the Assad meeting's purpose and her foreign policy views.

Trump's 2025 administration fired NLRB's Wilcox, EEOC's Burrows, 17 inspectors general, DOJ prosecutors, suspended 56 USAID officials, sent home 160 NSC staff. OMB's Vaeth froze federal grants, foreign aid paused 90 days, DEI programs terminated.

Changes affect 3 million federal employees, 240 removed, 7-month severance offered.

President Trump's 2025 second term actions include federal payment freezes, diversity program bans, and Medicaid disruptions. He fired Inspector Generals, demanded loyalty oaths, restructured Justice Department, and challenged birthright citizenship.

OMB nominee Vought supports challenging spending laws. While Republicans back these moves, federal judges blocked several orders amid constitutional crisis concerns.

January 2025: WSJ critically assesses Trump's second term, questioning Jan 6 pardons, RFK Jr. appointment, WHO exit, TikTok delay, and crypto ventures. Editor Gigot maintains oversight while Press Secretary Leavitt welcomes conservative media.

Trump removes security for Pompeo and Bolton despite Iran threats. Fox News, War Room, and Turning Point USA praise presidency while WSJ offers measured critique.

Trump's military deportation program deported 7,300 people, including 2,795 Guatemalans in January. Deportees Raymundo and Ramirez endured 3-day detentions and shackled flights after crossing Mexican border.

Colombian President Petro rejected military flights, while Mexican President Sheinbaum accepted civilian ones. Most deportees are workers owing smugglers up to $25,000, facing rapid deportation and reentry threats.

Defense Secretary Hegseth, confirmed by Senate with VP Vance's tiebreaker, reversed Air Force's January 23rd removal of Tuskegee Airmen and WASPs training content. The 332nd Fighter Group, America's first Black military pilots, achieved outstanding bomber escort records.

Hegseth's agenda: Iron Dome deployment, border security, DEI removal, COVID mandate reversals, maintaining military readiness.

Despite 2024 election fatigue, Virginia's 2025 gubernatorial race intensifies. Democrat Spanberger ($6.5M) and Jamaican-born Republican Earle-Sears ($2M) lead, with Bobby Scott considering entry.

Former CIA operative Spanberger opposes Youngkin's 30 firearm vetoes, while Lieutenant Governor Earle-Sears champions right-to-work laws and transgender sports bans with AG Miyares. Both seek to be Virginia's first female governor.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Trump's controversial HHS nominee, faces Senate scrutiny over vaccine skepticism, Samoa measles outbreak involvement, and abortion rights stance.

His proposed food supply reforms worry farmers, while senators Hawley, Johnson, and McConnell split on support. Despite resigning from Children's Health Defense, his 'Make America Healthy Again' vision for the $1.7T agency draws mixed reactions.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces rebellion charges carrying death penalty after his 6-hour December 3 martial law decree. The Constitutional Court must rule by June on impeachment while his defense minister and officials face charges. 46 protesters were arrested, 17 officers injured.

If removed, a by-election follows. People Power Party supports while Democratic Party opposes him.

The U.S. Board on Geographic Names, established 1890, manages America's 2.5 million landmark names. Trump's 2017 McKinley/Denali order reversed Obama's 2015 restoration of the Koyukon Athabaskans' name.

Haaland's campaign removed derogatory names nationwide, including Mount Evans' renaming and Piestewa Peak's designation. The CIA-involved board continues balancing historical preservation with cultural sensitivity.

Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health Secretary faces Senate scrutiny. Kennedy's controversial anti-vaccine stance and proposals include banning TV drug ads, reforming school lunches, restricting food additives, and targeting ultraprocessed foods.

Despite some Democratic support for food reforms, experts warn about potential NIH staff cuts, FDA deregulation, and vaccine committee changes. Industry opposition challenges implementation.

Trump revoked security protection for Bolton, Pompeo, and Hook despite persistent Iranian threats following the 2020 Soleimani drone strike. Sen. Cotton, citing recent intelligence, urged reconsideration on Fox News Sunday.

The decision affects Bolton, fired over his controversial book, Pompeo, excluded from future roles, and Hook, dismissed from Wilson Center. Biden had maintained protection.

Border czar Homan and Deputy AG Bove lead multi-agency immigration operations in Chicago, involving FBI, DEA, and ATF. ICE spokesman Carter confirms targeted operations while Governor Pritzker criticizes approach.

Following Secret Service school incident and Trump's policy changes, immigrant groups file lawsuit. City posts transit information while communities organize against deportations under heightened federal enforcement.

India's 76th Republic Day celebrated its 1950 Constitution adoption and independence from British rule. The 90-minute Delhi parade featured Indonesian President Subianto, following past guests Macron and Obama.

Military displays, 5,000 artists performing 40 dances, Rafale jets, and a 342-member Indonesian contingent marked the Kartavayapath Boulevard event. Nationwide celebrations included Kashmir, where security addressed ongoing militant conflict since 1989.

EU rejected Belarus's 2025 orchestrated election extending Lukashenko's 30-year rule. Kallas and Kos condemned human rights repression, 1,000+ political prisoners including EU staff, and late OSCE observer invitation.

Belarus's support of Russia's Ukraine war and hybrid attacks prompted new sanctions. Tsikhanouskaya scheduled informal Brussels dinner with EU ministers.

Australia Day 2024 marks British colonization (January 26, 1788) amid celebrations and Invasion Day protests. Labor government and Dutton's opposition clash over Indigenous rights, citizenship ceremonies, and May elections.

Indigenous Australians (4%) and Pro-Palestine activists protest while Sydney Opera House displays Aboriginal art. Political tensions intensify over failed 2023 referendum and economic challenges.

Belarus's Lukashenko seeks 7th term in rigged election with 81.85% claimed turnout from 6.8 million voters. His 30-year dictatorship, supported by Russia, imprisoned 1,300 dissidents and 397 journalists, forcing 500,000 to flee.

Opposition leader Tsikhanouskaya condemns from exile after 2020's 65,000 arrests. Belarus hosts Russian nuclear weapons and backed Ukraine invasion.

Belarus expert Shraybman from Carnegie Center suggests Lukashenko seeks Western dialogue post-election. President freed American Nuhfer (detained December 2024) during January 2025 election, while 1,250 political prisoners remain.

Secretary Rubio confirmed release amid Ukraine war tensions, Western sanctions, and aftermath of 2020 protests. Viasna's Sapelka notes release surprised activists.

Wisconsin's April 1 Supreme Court race between Crawford and Schimel launches $1.1M TV campaign amid voter fatigue and Capitol riot controversy. Pennsylvania's three Democratic justices face retention votes threatening 5-2 majority.

Both states' races, following $70M 2023 spending and Musk's involvement, could flip liberal control affecting abortion, voting rights, redistricting.

Vivek Ramaswamy, 39-year-old Indian-American biotech entrepreneur and Roivant founder, seeks Ohio governorship after presidential bid. The Harvard-Yale graduate joins InnovateOhio alumni JD Vance and Bernie Moreno in politics.

His Trump-aligned candidacy challenges established Republicans including Dave Yost, Jon Husted, Robert Sprague, and Frank LaRose in succeeding term-limited Mike DeWine.

Defense Secretary Hegseth, confirmed January 25, 2025, leads 2.1 million troops with $850 billion budget. Working with Gen.

Brown, priorities include border enforcement, Ukraine aid, eliminating DEI programs, reviewing transgender policies, women in combat standards, and reproductive care. Trump administration directives focus on military strength, border security, and Pentagon restructuring.

Senator Graham criticizes Trump's pardons for 1,500 Capitol rioters who attempted to block 2020 election certification, including Oath Keepers' Rhodes, who appeared at Trump's Las Vegas Circa Resort rally before Doral visit. On Meet the Press and Face the Nation, Graham opposes both Trump's riot pardons and Biden's family pardons.

J.D. Vance supports Trump's decisions.

Democrats shift from 2017 protests against Trump's immigration crackdown to 2024 support for border legislation. 58 Democrats backed the Laken Riley Act, while a $100 billion enforcement package looms.

Senator Gallego supports border security expansion, contrasting with advocacy groups' criticism. Hispanic Caucus balances family protection with enforcement, as polls show strong public support for deportation of violent offenders.

Trump's executive order to rename 20,310-foot Denali back to Mount McKinley faces strong Alaskan opposition. The peak, named McKinley in 1896, was changed to its Athabascan name Denali by Obama in 2015.

While Ohio politicians and Sarah Palin support Trump's order, most Alaskans, including Iditarod champion Jeff King and tourism operators in Talkeetna, maintain Denali's indigenous identity.

Acting Deputy AG Bove oversees Chicago federal operations involving ICE, FBI, ATF, and DEA. Gov.

Pritzker criticizes aggressive enforcement after Secret Service agents were mistaken for ICE at schools. Antonio Gutierrez's OCAD joins rights groups suing ICE over raids, while city maintains sanctuary protections against Trump administration plans.

Trump attributes election victory to inflation and immigration concerns, promising to lower doubled food prices through energy policy and reduced regulations. Oil production at 13.5M barrels daily could expand, though tariffs and deportations might increase costs.

Inflation fell from 9.1% peak to 2.9%. He plans to pressure the Federal Reserve on rates, contradicting its independence.

In a 20-minute Air Force One Q&A on January 25, 2025, Trump announced plans to change the plane's color to power blue, discussed TikTok's potential sale within 30 days, including talks with Oracle's Ellison near Mar-a-Lago.

He mandated federal workers return to offices, proposed purchasing Greenland, and suggested Canadian statehood, promising reduced taxes and military security.

Stroessner's 35-year Paraguay dictatorship (1954-1989) saw 20,000 tortured or disappeared. His Colorado Party remains dominant under presidents Abdo and Peña. Rogelio Goiburu, supported by Argentinian forensics, searches for his father and others disappeared through Operation Condor.

The Churches Committee (Blanch, Ortiz) aided victims, while Tatter's case exemplifies cross-border persecution. Justice remains elusive under continuing Colorado influence.

Trump nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces Senate scrutiny for Health Secretary role, with controversial vaccine views and ambitious MAHA agenda.

Plans include FDA/NIH overhaul, European-style food standards, school lunch reforms countering previous weakening of Obama-era guidelines, and food additive bans. Despite some Democratic support, experts question feasibility amid industry opposition and regulatory hurdles.

Stroessner's 35-year Paraguay dictatorship (1954-1989) caused 20,000 victims and 500 disappearances. The Colorado Party maintains power through Peña's 2023 victory. Unlike Argentina's DNA database, Paraguay lacks victim identification resources.

Rogelio Goiburu's 47-year search for his father Agustín, targeted during Operation Condor, exemplifies unresolved trauma. The Committee of Churches aided prisoners.

South Korean President Yoon faces rebellion charges for December 3 martial law decree. His defense team calls the indictment shameful as polls show tied presidential race. After January 15 arrest and January 19 warrant extension, violent protests injured 17 officers.

Constitutional Court weighs dismissal while defense minister and commanders face charges. Six-hour decree sparked dictatorial memories.

Trump's executive order renaming 20,310-foot Denali to Mount McKinley faces Alaska opposition despite Ohio support. The 2015 Obama change honored Athabascan tribes' name.

Four-time Iditarod champion Jeff King, Alaska Legislature, and Native Heritage Center favor Denali, while Sarah Palin backs McKinley. Talkeetna pilot Joe McAneney says Alaskans will ignore federal mandate.

US Air Force removed DEI training featuring Tuskegee Airmen and WASPS following Trump orders. The 332nd Fighter Group 'Red Tails' received Congressional Gold Medal in 2007. McGee became brigadier general in 2020, died 2022.

WASPS transported warplanes, gained Arlington burial rights. Both groups crucial to WWII victory, especially in bomber missions.

Air Force removed videos of Tuskegee Airmen, America's first Black military pilots, and WASPs from DEI training per Trump directive. The 332nd Fighter Group protected bombers from Germans using P-47s and P-51s, earning 2007 Congressional Gold Medal.

Charles McGee became brigadier general in 2020, died 2022. WASPs gained Arlington burial rights.

Nikki Fried, former Agriculture Commissioner (2019-2023), won 75% reelection as Florida Democratic Party Chair over Sen. Gibson for a 4-year term. In America's third-largest state, where GOP leads voter registration and controls all offices, Fried plans local-level rebuilding, mobilization, and affordability initiatives.

While selecting new party officers and DNC members, Sen. Rick Scott dismissed Democrats' prospects.

Trump's White House implements strict loyalty screening, with Sergio Gor's team and MAGA commissars vetting 1,300 new hires. Process includes social media checks, voting record verification, and campaign history review.

State Department faces tension as 160 NSC Biden detailees face removal under Mike Waltz. Steven Cheung defends requiring MAGA revelation stories and enthusiasm proof from applicants.

Thousands protest AfD across Germany before February 23 election. Union leader Merz leads polls, proposing tougher migration and deportation policies after Aschaffenburg attack.

AfD candidates Weidel and Chrupalla campaign in Halle with Musk's support. Fridays for Future organizes Brandenburg Gate rally while Cologne's Schneemann advocates anti-right unity.

Pete Hegseth became 29th Defense Secretary on January 25, 2025, at the Eisenhower Building after VP Vance broke a 50-50 Senate tie. Opposed by Democrats and three Republicans over sexual assault allegations, alcohol concerns, and women in combat stance, he pledged America First policies and peace through strength.

Wife Jennifer Rauchet attended as he promised to restore warrior ethos.

Trump administration fired dozen-plus inspectors general in January 2025 without mandated 30-day notice, echoing 2020 watchdog removals.

These post-Watergate oversight positions faced sweeping dismissal, drawing condemnation from Senate Judiciary Chair Grassley, Democratic leader Schumer, House Oversight's Connolly, and Senator Warren, who warned of compromised government accountability.

Republican Jefferson Griffin contests Democrat Allison Riggs' 734-vote NC Supreme Court victory, challenging 66,000 ballots from 5.5 million cast. The 4th Circuit Court reviews jurisdiction while Griffin seeks to expand 5-2 conservative majority. State Board rejected protests over 60,000 votes lacking ID numbers and 5,500 overseas/military ballots.

Former Gov. Cooper opposes effort.

Senator Murkowski continues opposing Trump's second-term initiatives, joining Collins and McConnell against Hegseth's nomination, decided by VP Vance's tiebreaker. Despite Alaska GOP criticism, she's maintained independence through Denali renaming opposition, January 6 pardon rejection, while supporting Arctic drilling and ranked choice voting.

Her 2010 write-in victory and Native corporation support demonstrate her unique bipartisan approach.

Trump announced federal tip tax elimination at Las Vegas's Circa Resort, affecting 2.24M servers nationwide. The Culinary Union's 60,000 members support ending both tip taxes and $2.13 sub-minimum wage.

After touring Pacific Palisades wildfires and NC storms, he proposed eliminating FEMA and requiring voter ID for disaster funding. Nevada leads in tipped workers.

Trump's 2025 presidency, backed by constitutional immunity and VP Vance, began with 1,500 January 6 pardons. Judge Coughenour blocked his birthright citizenship order. Key initiatives include $500B AI investment, oil production expansion, DEI elimination, and federal worker protection changes.

Tech billionaires attended his inauguration, while security clearances were revoked from critics. Court challenges continue.

Trump declared border emergency as arrests dropped 80% to 47,000 from 250,000 peak. 1,500 troops deployed after Mexican enforcement increase and Biden's asylum restrictions. December releases fell to 7,000 from 192,000.

Border Patrol processes Asian migrants in tents, tracks small groups. Pima County closed shelters, CBP One cancellation halted legal entries.

Trump declared border emergency despite arrests dropping from 250,000 to 47,000 in December. San Diego crossings fell from 1,500 to 236 daily. Agents encountered Chinese, Malaysian, Indian, and Nepali migrants at wall gaps.

Border Patrol shifted focus to tracking groups near Tijuana trails. Pima County closed shelters, CBP One app ended, while Parker continues migrant medical support.

Trump administration's immigration crackdown faces Democratic state resistance through legal aid programs and protections. NY's Cruz champions legal counsel rights, Oregon's Reynolds proposes $6M status assistance, California's Muratsuchi restricts ICE school access.

Republican governors DeSantis and Lee support enforcement. AP-NORC survey reveals divided public opinion on deportation policies.

Chinese Americans, including Bill Ong Hing and Annie Lee, protest at San Francisco's Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association against Trump's blocked birthright citizenship order. The policy challenges Wong Kim Ark's 1898 precedent, Native American citizenship (1924), Mexican rights (1848), and 14th Amendment protections post-Dred Scott.

Justice Department defends using tribal sovereignty cases.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, with eight years House experience, advances toward Homeland Security confirmation after 13-2 committee approval. She'll oversee ICE, Customs, FEMA, disaster response, and Trump's military immigration plans.

Previously deployed National Guard with $1 million donor support. Must balance deportation policies with rural labor needs despite agricultural impacts.

Trump's 2024 inauguration marked historic minority support gains: 16% Black and 43% Hispanic voters. Key figures Donalds, Earle-Sears, and Moreno led celebrations at Freedom and Hispanic Inaugural Balls.

Roger Stone and Marco Rubio emphasized Latin American connections, including Bolsonaro. The Rio Grande Valley's Republican flip symbolized broader demographic shifts in conservative politics.

Pete Hegseth, ex-Fox News host and Iraq/Afghanistan veteran, secured Defense Secretary confirmation via VP Vance's tie-breaking vote despite allegations of alcohol abuse and aggressive behavior. Republicans McConnell, Murkowski, and Collins joined Democrats in opposition.

Trump, after viewing California fire damage, dismissed dissent. Hegseth's warrior culture agenda prevailed through Republican congressional support.

President Yoon, arrested January 19 facing rebellion charges, awaits Constitutional Court's 180-day decision following December martial law declaration. Protesters use $75 wreaths and light sticks from BIGBANG, NCT, and Epik High.

Dongsung Flower reports international orders amid environmental concerns. The December 13 demonstration highlighted nationwide opposition, with wreath protests receiving fourfold media coverage increase.

At DC's March for Life, Trump promised pro-life policies via video while Vance praised his previous actions including Roe's 2022 overturn. DeSantis celebrated defeating Florida's abortion amendment requiring 60% approval.

Trump's past administration enforced Hyde Amendment and appointed conservative judges. Feminist Majority Foundation and Reproductive Freedom for All opposed the march's message.

Trump's 2025 immigration enforcement expands expedited removal nationwide, deploys 1,500 troops to San Diego/El Paso, conducts military deportations to Guatemala and Honduras (8-10 weekly flights, 193 deportees). ICE reports 538 arrests, including controversial Ocean Seafood Depot raid in Newark.

Mayor Baraka condemns unauthorized detentions. CBP receives military support; school/church restrictions lifted.

Trump won 2024 election with 312-226 electoral votes, 2.28 million popular vote margin over Harris, who led youth voters. He misrepresented California water policies, Los Angeles infrastructure issues, and Delta smelt protection. Trump pardoned Jan 6 rioters who attacked police with weapons.

His claim of 21 million illegal entries exceeded actual 10.8 million arrests. FEMA maintains Hurricane Helene housing assistance.

Trump's DOJ restricted FACE Act prosecutions to extraordinary cases, with Mizelle ordering dismissal of 2021 cases in TN, PA, and OH. Trump pardoned clinic blockade violators, supporting March for Life rally. JD Vance praised Trump's stance while Planned Parenthood's Noah condemned pardons, citing provider safety and Dr.

Gunn's murder. Policy reverses Biden-era enforcement.

Chief Justice Hudson's Minnesota Supreme Court ruled for Democrats, requiring 68-member House quorum versus GOP's claimed 67. Republicans hold 67-66 majority until March 11. Democrats boycott sessions following collapsed power-sharing agreement, Roseville seat dispute, and protecting Rep.

Tabke's 14-vote win. Senate maintains 33-33 tie pending January 28 special election.

The Supreme Court will review Oklahoma's rejection of St. Isidore Catholic Virtual Charter School, hearing arguments in April with a summer ruling, minus recused Justice Barrett.

The state court's 7-1 decision, led by Justice Winchester, blocked the Statewide Board's approval for 200 students. Governor Stitt supports while AG Drummond opposes the unprecedented religious charter school.

Trump indultó 1500 insurgentes del 6 enero 2025, incluyendo Tarrio (Proud Boys) y Rhodes (Oath Keepers), condenados por sedición. Rep. Raskin y experto Rosenthal (UC Berkeley) advierten sobre violencia política.

Fanone, oficial herido, busca protección. Jones, desacreditado por Sandy Hook, entrevista Tarrio post-liberación. Rhodes niega elección 2020 y defiende asalto.

Senate nears Hegseth's Defense Secretary confirmation despite $50,000 assault settlement, sister-in-law's abuse claims, and women-in-combat controversy. Princeton-Harvard grad, Fox host promised no drinking on job. Murkowski, Collins oppose while Ernst supports.

Trump threatens recess appointments. Former veteran would oversee $850B budget, 2.1M troops with warrior culture agenda.

Trump's 2025 order mandates releasing records of JFK's Dallas assassination, where Oswald shot from Texas Book Depository before Ruby killed him. Documents reveal Oswald's Mexico City KGB contacts. RFK Jr., Trump's health secretary nominee, questions Warren Commission's lone gunman finding.

3000 CIA files remain classified. Order includes MLK, RFK records.

60,000 Slovaks protested across 28 locations on January 24, 2025, against PM Fico's pro-Russia policies, Kremlin visit, and EU/NATO exit threats. Since his October 2023 election on an anti-American platform, Fico ended Ukraine aid, opposed Ukraine's NATO membership, and survived a May 2024 assassination attempt.

Peace for Ukraine plans February 7 protests.

The State Department froze new funding for US aid programs worldwide following Trump's Monday executive order. A cable to embassies outlined exceptions for food aid and military support to Israel and Egypt.

Health clinics face cuts as the department reviews thousands of programs, which operate only with existing funds.

FinCEN's implementation of the 2021 Corporate Transparency Act remains voluntary despite Supreme Court action. The anti-money laundering law requires 32.6 million small businesses to register beneficial ownership information, including photo IDs and addresses, to prevent shell corporations.

Republican-led states and business groups oppose these requirements, while Trump administration enforcement remains uncertain. Companies face no current liability for non-compliance.

Trump terminated federal security for Dr. Fauci, his early pandemic advisor who later criticized his COVID-19 response, plus Pompeo, Bolton, and Hook, who face Iranian threats over their Islamic Republic stance during Trump's first administration.

Speaking in North Carolina, Trump dismissed safety concerns for these former officials who opposed him after his 2021 departure, despite Biden's previous protection renewals.

Union bloc leader Merz proposes migration controls before Feb 23 election after asylum-seeker killed two in Aschaffenburg. Nonbinding motions require three readings or two-thirds majority.

Despite leading polls, potential AfD support breaks firewall policy, drawing criticism from Scholz's party and Miersch. Center-left parties question feasibility of stricter entry and deportation measures.

Cambodia's Cabinet strengthens Khmer Rouge denial penalties (1-5 years prison, $2,500-$125,000 fines), updating 2013's law. Pol Pot's 1975-1979 regime caused 1.7 million deaths before Vietnam's invasion.

The Cambodian People's Party, led by former Khmer Rouge commander Hun Sen, now Senate president, transferred power to Hun Manet amid color revolution warnings. UN tribunal confirmed genocide.

Trump's executive order mandated federal agencies remove 200+ DEI pages and dismantle programs. Education Department cancelled $2.6M in contracts, removed LGBTQI+ resources, civil rights guidance, and AI discrimination materials. Treasury Committee, Obama's Diversity Council, and Biden's Equity Action Plan dissolved.

Georgetown Law's Dorothy Brown condemned workforce diversity impacts. DEI staff face termination.

Trump administration expanded nationwide expedited removal, enabling deportations without judges. First-week actions included military deployment, refugee program suspension, lifted enforcement restrictions. Newark ICE arrests sparked controversy in city of 305,000 (50% Black, 40% Hispanic).

1996 law requires migrants prove legal status, includes asylum exceptions. Policy aims to enhance security, reduce costs.

Ontario Premier Ford announces February 27 election, 16 months before June 2026 date, seeking mandate against Trump's threatened 25% tariffs starting February 1. Warning of 500,000 job losses, Ford pledges billions in support and American alcohol ban.

University of Toronto's Wiseman criticizes move amid police investigation into environmental land controversy.

President Petro issued Colombia's first emergency decree in a decade for coca-growing Catatumbo region, allowing 270-day restrictions amid ELN-FARC dissident fighting. The Cuban revolution-inspired ELN's 60-year war continues despite FARC's 2016 peace deal.

Conflict killed 80, displaced 36,000, and prompted arrest orders for 31 ELN commanders as violence reaches Venezuela.