Category: Politics
President Donald Trump moved to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over alleged mortgage fraud, claiming “sufficient cause.” Cook says the president lacks authority and will fight the order. Democrats called it an attack on the Fed’s independence, while the legal path remains unclear. If successful, Trump could further reshape the Fed’s seven-member board.
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President Trump moved to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook, citing mortgage fraud allegations and claiming legal cause. Cook denies wrongdoing and is challenging the move in court. Democrats called it an attack on Fed independence. If it stands, Trump could gain a voting majority on the Board of Governors. The clash sets up a high-stakes legal fight over presidential power and central bank autonomy.
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Nicole Collier, a Democratic Texas lawmaker, has taken to sleeping at the Capitol after refusing police escort rules imposed by Republicans. The protest, spotlighting a fierce redistricting dispute, has drawn in other Democrats while increased tensions led to a security lockdown following online threats.
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Governor Gavin Newsom publicly denounced President Trump’s move to send National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles without state input, calling it authoritarian overreach. Newsom linked the deployment to recent federal raids and branded the response as a direct threat to democracy.
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The U.S. House has passed Trump's sweeping tax reform bill, sparking intense debate and bond market backlash. The bold package aims to lock in permanent tax cuts, expand credits, and provide senior and farm relief. Businesses and agricultural groups are optimistic, but fiscal worries loom as the Senate gears up for review.
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President Trump tapped Fox News personality Jeanine Pirro to serve as interim U.S. Attorney for D.C., removing Ed Martin after Senate frustration over his approach to Jan. 6 cases and ties to Russian media. Pirro, a former New York prosecutor and Trump supporter, steps in as the Senate weighs a permanent choice.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez publicly corrected Fox News’ Jeanine Pirro for inaccurately claiming Social Security benefits are misused for young children. AOC shared her own story about receiving these benefits as a child after her father's death, highlighting the program's true intent to support grieving families.
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Harvard University is suing the Trump administration over a $2.2 billion research funding freeze tied to demands for changes in academic governance and viewpoint diversity audits. The lawsuit challenges government pressure on university hiring, admissions, and tax status, warning of damage to research, education, and U.S. higher ed reputation.
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After the Florida State University mass shooting left two dead and six injured, President Trump rejected calls for stricter gun control, sticking to his Second Amendment promise. The suspect, Phoenix Ikner, used a deputy’s service weapon. The event reopens fierce debate on gun safety and school violence.
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During his surprise appearance at Coachella 2025, Bernie Sanders captivated a young audience with an urgent call for action against systemic injustices. Criticizing President Trump's climate policies and corporate greed, Sanders underscored the importance of youth activism in shaping America's future.
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