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Trump Administration Orders Pause on Federal Financial Aid Programs
On January 27, 2025, the Trump administration issued a memorandum pausing federal grants, loans, and other financial assistance programs to align them with presidential priorities. The directive, outlined in a...
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Trump Imposes Tariffs and Visa Sanctions on Colombia Over Deportation Flight Refusal
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a series of retaliatory measures against Colombia on Sunday, January 26th, after its government rejected two repatriation flights carrying migrants deported from the United States....
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Kristi Noem Sworn in as Homeland Security Secretary
Kristi Noem was sworn in as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security following a bipartisan Senate confirmation vote of 59-34 on Saturday, January 25th. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas...
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Colombia Agrees to U.S. Demands on Deported Migrants After Tariff Threat
On Sunday, January 26th, Colombia agreed to accept deported migrants from the United States, including those arriving on U.S. military aircraft, after President Donald Trump threatened to impose tariffs on...
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Pete Hegseth Narrowly Confirmed as U.S. Defense Secretary
Pete Hegseth was confirmed as the U.S. Defense Secretary late Friday night in a dramatic Senate vote split 50-50, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. Hegseth, a...
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VIDEO: Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth Delivers Full Remarks Upon Swearing-In
Pete Hegseth’s swearing-in speech as U.S. Secretary of Defense highlights his commitment to rebuilding the military, prioritizing peace through strength, and honoring the service of troops.
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VIDEO: Pete Hegseth Sworn in as U.S. Secretary of Defense
Pete Hegseth officially took the oath of office on January 25, 2025, during a formal swearing-in ceremony.
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Congress Passes Laken Riley Act, Sending Immigration Crackdown Bill to Trump’s Desk
Congress approved the Laken Riley Act on Wednesday, January 22nd, a measure requiring undocumented immigrants accused of certain crimes to be detained pending trial. The bipartisan legislation, passed by both...
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Two Shot, One Dead in Nashville School Shooting, Including Shooter
Two students have been shot in a shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville on Wednesday, January 22. The shooter turned their weapon on themselves shortly after opening fire at...
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