• Tue, March 25, 2025

by: Click2Houston

Transgender Americans aim to block Trump's passport policy change

A federal judge will consider whether to block a Trump administration policy that bans the use of "X" marker used by many nonbinary people on passports as well as the changing of gender markers.

by: Alternet

'Chaos': Social Security agency 'engulfed in crisis' as Musk cuts leave retirees in 'turmoil'

Democratic attorney Martin O'Malley — former commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA), ex-Maryland governor and former Baltimore mayor — has a grim warning about the wellbeing of Social Security.

by: Newsweek

Joe Rogan Tears Into Canada: 'Rather Go to Russia'

Joe Rogan said that he would rather go to Russia than Canada and that he won't be at the UFC 315 in Montreal in May. Newsweek reached out to a representative for Rogan outside of regular working hours via email for comment. Rogan is a prominent UFC commentator whose popular podcast The Joe Rogan Experience has long dominated the podcast charts.

by: MSNBC

Maddow Blog | After bombshell group chat report, Hegseth denies what White House already confirmed

In a normal and healthy political environment, the question wouldn't be whether Pete Hegseth needed to resign; it would be when he'd exit the Pentagon.

by: Grist

Farmers are reeling from Trump's attacks on agricultural research

Jason Myers-Benner owns a family-run six acre farm in Keezletown, Virginia. Last spring, the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture awarded him a little more than $18,000 to support the farm's work breeding winter peas that could increase soil's ability to trap carbon.

by: FOX59

Braun signs first bill into law, establishes new online agricultural portal

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has officially signed his first bill into law. On Tuesday, Braun signed House Bill 1149 into law, a bill that establishes an online portal through the

by: MSN

Can Trump's $100 billion 'Golden Dome' shield the US from nuclear and hypersonic missile threats?

Still, with political will, industrial backing, and billions in defence spending, the US government is moving full speed ahead. The key question remains: will the Golden Dome provide the security its proponents promise, or will it become another expensive ...

by: CalMatters

Rural California schools and roads lose millions in federal funding after latest cuts

For the last century, the money has gone to counties with large amounts of federal land that can't be taxed. Congress failed to include it in the upcoming budget.

by: Axios

Scoop: Elon Musk, DOGE team will sit down with Fox News' Bret Baier

Fox News "Special Report" host Bret Baier will air an exclusive interview with Elon Musk and DOGE members during his show's 6pm ET time slot on Thursday, Axios has learned. Why it matters: It will be the first time that members of DOGE have been interviewed as a group since they launched their crusade to cut trillions of dollars in federal government spending.

by: Cryptopolitan

US Senators push Trump's administration and allies to transfer over $300B seized Russian assets

by: Euronews

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rejects Trump and Musk's claims of Afrikaner persecution

Donald Trump previously signed an executive order to cut funding to South Africa and offer refugee status to Afrikaners, claiming the government was enabling farm attacks and land dispossession. View

by: Metro

Ukraine and Russia agree to Black Sea ceasefire deal after Saudi talks

The White House has seemingly brokered a deal between Russia and Ukraine for a ceasefire in the Black Sea. Peace talks have been ongoing in Saudi Arabia today, and the White House just announced that Russia agreed to 'ensure safe navigation,

by: WBUR

Professor groups sue feds, claim Khalil arrest and visa actions created 'climate of fear' on campuses

In a lawsuit filed in federal district court in Boston Tuesday morning, the professor associations, including at Harvard, argue the government's policies have chilled speech at higher education institutions across the country.

by: KGOU

How a journalist was sent the U.S. war plans. And, challenging the Alien Enemies Act

by: IOL

Namibia to require visas for U. S. citizens and tourists from over 30 countries from beginning of April

In a significant policy shift reflective of the evolving dynamics of international travel, the Namibian government has announced that as from April 1, 2025, U.S. citizens and tourists from more than 30 other countries will be required to obtain a visa prior to entering the country.

by: dw

German government building meets obstacles

The parties seeking to build a new coalition government under Friedrich Merz are making slow progress in their negotiations. Immigration and taxes are the main sticking points.

by: Dealbreaker

Trump, Tariffs, And 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf'

Trump has a short time to establish his credibility with businesses, but he'll quickly become the boy who cries wolf. If he keeps imposing — and then removing — tariffs, businesses will soon decide simply to wait for a new administration,

by: eNCA

Discussion | Home Affairs and SIU launch anti-corruption forum

Over 100 irregularly awarded study visas are being revoked and officials are being fired, prosecuted, and sentenced.

by: Fortune

Trump will be 'pretty much satisfied' with Elon Musk's DOGE cuts in a few months, he tells Cabinet: 'Our country was riddled with fat, and we're getting rid of the fat'

"It's not necessarily a very popular thing to do… but it's something that has to be done," Trump said in a meeting with Cabinet members and Elon Musk on Monday.

by: RealClearPolitics

Hemingway: Censorship Groups Produce Widely Used Tools To Silence Media That Fight False Narratives

The Federalist's Mollie Hemingway addressed a House Judiciary subcommittee hearing today on the Censorship Industrial Complex. MOLLIE HEMINGWAY: For freedom of speech to mean anything beyond the theoretical,

by: ZNetwork

Trouble at Tesla and Protests Against Trump's Tariffs Suggest Consumer Boycotts Are Starting to Bite

When the United States starts a trade war with your country, how do you fight back? For individuals, one option is to wage a personal trade war and boycott products from the US. President Donald Trump has said no nation will be exempt from his tariffs,

by: dw

Thailand's Uyghur deportations: Balancing China and the West

The recent deportation of more than 40 Uyghur refugees from Thailand has ignited global outrage, and raised questions about Bangkok's geopolitical stance between China and the West.

by: IOL

Zuma's inner circle turns on Floyd Shivambu as MK Party prepares for 2026 local government elections

by: Euronews

How Ukraine and EU rearmament are dividing the Italian government

The coalition's junior partners, The League and Forza Italia, take opposing positions on the war in Ukraine and the European Commission's plan to build up Europe's security. Prime Minister Giorgia Mel

by: MSN

Tom Cotton kicks off intel hearing by praising Hegseth and Waltz despite war plans fallout

Although Cotton didn't mention the controversy surrounding secret war plans sent to journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, he singled out two of the men who organized the chat where the plans were shared outside of secure government systems. "Iran, despite setbacks ...

by: Cryptopolitan

Senator Elizabeth Warren questions SEC chair nominee Paul Atkins

by: Axios

Lawmakers made significant changes to a Chase Field funding bill but more may be needed

Legislation to fund Chase Field repairs and improvements moved forward Monday with several notable changes, but there's more work ahead. The big picture: House Bill 2704 seeks to resolve a long-running dispute over how to pay for ballpark improvements by using sales taxes generated by the Arizona Diamondbacks.

by: Newsweek

Letitia James Moves Against Donald Trump Over Department of Education

James and other attorneys general filed a motion to block Trump's efforts to dismantle the Department of Education.

by: Newsweek

Greg Abbott Gives Update on Muslim 'City' Project in Texas

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has said "a dozen state agencies" in the Lone Star State, along with Attorney General Ken Paxton, are investigating plans by the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) to create a new Islamic focused settlement dubbed "EPIC City" in Collin and Hunt counties.

by: dw

Germany: Government talks hit snags

The parties seeking to build a new coalition government under Friedrich Merz are making slow progress in their negotiations. Immigration and taxes are the main sticking points.

by: Euronews

What will a new defence agreement in southeastern Europe mean for the region?

The military deal signed by Albania, Croatia and Kosovo has angered Serbia at a time of growing concern over defence capabilities across the continent. View on euronews

by: HuffPost

Does Border Patrol Have The Right To Go Through Your Phone? Here Are The Alarming Facts.

Following Donald Trump's executive order for "enhanced vetting" in security screenings, U.S. border officials are empowered to use aggressive tactics at ports of entry like airports. In recent days, there have been alarming cases of legal immigrants and tourists who are being denied entry and detained in custody of U.

by: IOL

SA rail network revival: government and opposition deadlock over private sector role

The MK Party has strongly opposed Transport Minister Barbara Creecy's Request for Information aimed at attracting private sector investment in South Africa's struggling rail network. While the government seeks solutions to revitalise the declining freight rail system,

by: Axios

Indiana colleges and universities grappling with DEI chaos, threats

Colleges have been a conservative target for years. Under President Trump, it's total warfare on all aspects of higher education — from student life to hiring to athletics. Why it matters: Even if some funding cuts are undone by future administrations or some directives don't hold up in the courts,

by: MSN

'Why us, why now?': Farmers paying stiff price as Trump's USDA cuts slam food banks and schools

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is among the many federal government agencies being targeted for mass layoffs by the Trump Administration and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by billionaire SpaceX/Tesla/X.com leader Elon Musk.

by: RealClearPolitics

Sen. Ernst, Don't Stop Making 'Em Squeal

Sen. Joni Ernst has a ten-year record of identifying waste, fraud, and abuse in government projects and came into office with the tagline “Make

by: CNN

Trump's pick to lead Social Security promises quick customer services fixes amid agency meltdown

President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the troubled Social Security Administration told senators Tuesday that he would swiftly improve the agency's customer service and slash its payment error rate,

by: CNN

Russia and Ukraine agree to stop using force in Black Sea, US says

The White House said Tuesday that both Ukraine and Russia have agreed to stop using force in the Black Sea in separate meetings with US officials in Saudi Arabia.

by: RealClearPolitics

Will Trump Turn Nationalism Against America?

President Donald Trump is nothing if not strong-willed, and he's the leader of the mightiest nation on Earth -- but there's one power even Trump can't

by: Axios

Virginia colleges dismantle DEI programs after federal funding threat

Virginia universities and colleges are buckling under the threat of losing federal funding if they don't eliminate their diversity, equity and inclusion programs and policies. Why it matters: As conservatives celebrate the end of DEI,

by: Euronews

Argentina marks 49 years since military coup amid political tensions

On the 49th anniversary of Argentina's 1976 military coup, thousands gathered in Buenos Aires to honour victims and demand justice. View on euronews

by: MSN

Columbia student sues as Trump administration targets another permanent resident for deportation

The lawsuit - filed Monday in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York - challenges the government's "shocking overreach" in seeking to deport 21-year-old Yunseo Chung, a lawful permanent resident who has lived in the US since she ...

by: Newsweek

DOGE Issues Update on 'Major Cleanup' of Social Security

More than 7 million Social Security numbers with no registered confirmation of death have now been updated in SSA systems.

by: Reuters

Russia says food and fertiliser sanctions must be lifted for Black Sea deal

Russia, the world's top wheat and fertiliser exporter, said on Tuesday that Western sanctions against companies involved in food and fertiliser exports and shipping would have to be lifted as a pre-condition for a Black Sea maritime security deal.

by: CNN

Trump administration highlights drug cartels as major national security threat but omits climate change

The US intelligence community's annual threat assessment led with the threat from drug cartels for apparently the first time in the report's nearly 20-year history, according to Senate Intelligence Chairman Tom Cotton and a CNN review of previous assessments,

by: Reuters

US judge questions Trump's passport policy targeting transgender people

A federal judge pushed President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday to justify why it could lawfully refuse to issue passports to transgender and nonbinary Americans that reflect their gender identities.

by: Reuters

Fight or cut a deal? Law firms face stark choice under Trump

By Mike Scarcella, Sara Merken and David Thomas (Reuters) -Paul Weiss Chairman Brad Karp's deal with U.S. President Donald Trump to escape an executive order that threatened the firm's business has sparked broad condemnation in the legal industry,

by: Reuters

Russia and U.S. to have talks with UN involvement, negotiator says

Talks between Russia and the United States were challenging but useful and the United Nations and other countries will be involved in additional discussions, a member of the Russian delegation told the TASS news agency.

Virginia colleges dismantle DEI programs after federal funding threat

Virginia universities and colleges are buckling under the threat of losing federal funding if they don't eliminate their diversity, equity and inclusion programs and policies. Why it matters: As conservatives celebrate the end of DEI,
The article from MSN discusses how several colleges in Virginia are dismantling their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs following a warning from the U.S. Department of Education. The Department has threatened to withhold federal funding from institutions that do not comply with new guidelines which prohibit the use of DEI initiatives that could be seen as discriminatory. This move has sparked a debate about the balance between promoting diversity and adhering to federal non-discrimination policies. Critics argue that these changes could undo years of progress in creating inclusive environments on campuses, while supporters believe it ensures equal treatment under the law. The colleges affected are now reevaluating their policies, staff positions, and training programs to align with the new federal directives, leading to significant changes in how they approach diversity and inclusion.

Read the Full Axios Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/virginia-colleges-dismantle-dei-programs-after-federal-funding-threat/ar-AA1BBLg7