Over 5 million people across the United States came together Saturday June 14 to protest the military parade organized to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the US Army (which just so happened to coincide with President Trump’s 79th birthday). Deemed the “No Kings” protests, over 2,000 nationwide demonstrations were planned by a coalition of organizations. […]
A Look at Trump’s Controversial Cabinet Picks
Since being elected for his second term, President-elect Donald Trump has begun the formation of his cabinet. Here’s a look into the people he has already chosen. Chief of Staff — Susie Wiles Wiles is Trump’s former campaign manager, known for being “one of the most feared political operatives in the US,” according to BBC. […]
Sarah McBride’s Bid for Congress Could Make History This November
Delaware State Senator Sarah McBride is running to make history this November — to become the first openly transgender member of Congress. She has served as a Democratic State Senator in Delaware since 2020, making her the current highest-ranking elected official who is transgender. In this position, she is a strong proponent of gun safety, […]
Trump’s Vice-Presidential Nominee Wants Women to Stay Married and Have Children — Even in Violent Relationships
On July 15, Trump announced his pick for Vice President at the Republican National Convention — a young Ohio Senator named J.D. Vance. Vance is most well-known for his book, “Hillbilly Elegy,” where he recounts his tumultuous childhood. Vance became a Senator when he won the Ohio seat in 2022. Before his election and support […]
Vice Presidential Candidate J.D. Vance’s Longtime Connection to Far-Right Billionaire Peter Thiel
Trump’s newly-announced running mate, Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio, has a deep history with Peter Thiel, a longtime GOP donor and Silicon Valley billionaire. Thiel has a net worth of 7.9 billion dollars as he co-founded PayPal, invested in Facebook, and is a partner of a venture capital firm, Founders Fund, that has investments in […]
Abortion Rights at Critical Juncture in Virginia’s November Elections
Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash Virginia has become the battleground state to watch in 2023 as both sides of the political aisle are in a close fight for control of the state legislature. Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin seeks to implement a sharply conservative political agenda if he succeeds in regaining a majority in the […]
Biden’s student debt relief plan hangs in the balance
Photo by Unseen Studio on Unsplash The Supreme Court is expected to announce a decision on the constitutionality of President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan in the next few weeks. Biden’s original debt relief plan would have canceled up to $20,000 for the millions of borrowers struggling with student loans across the country. The program […]
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