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Trump Proposes Deporting Mixed-Status Families, Ending Birthright Citizenship
President-elect Donald Trump revealed an ambitious and controversial immigration agenda during an interview aired Sunday, detailing plans to deport families with mixed immigration status, end birthright citizenship, and explore legislative options for Dreamers protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The proposals mark a return to the hardline immigration rhetoric that defined Trump's first term and 2024 campaign. 
President-elect Donald Trump revealed an ambitious and controversial immigration agenda during an interview aired Sunday, detailing plans to deport families with mixed immigration status, end birthright citizenship, and explore legislative options for Dreamers protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The proposals mark a return to the hardline immigration rhetoric that defined Trump's first term and 2024 campaign. -
Obama Warns Against Power Consolidation, Champions Pluralism at Democracy Forum
In his first public address since the 2024 election, former President Barack Obama delivered a forceful message on the state of American democracy and the perils of political polarization during the Obama Foundation's Democracy Forum on Thursday. 
In his first public address since the 2024 election, former President Barack Obama delivered a forceful message on the state of American democracy and the perils of political polarization during the Obama Foundation's Democracy Forum on Thursday. -
Missouri Lawmaker’s $1,000 Bounty Proposal on Undocumented Immigrants Triggers Swift Backlash
The legislation would offer $1,000 payments to residents who report alleged undocumented immigrants to state authorities and would establish a "Missouri Illegal Alien Certified Bounty Hunter Program." Under the proposal, those who capture undocumented individuals could see them charged with "trespass by an illegal alien" and face stringent penalties. 
The legislation would offer $1,000 payments to residents who report alleged undocumented immigrants to state authorities and would establish a "Missouri Illegal Alien Certified Bounty Hunter Program." Under the proposal, those who capture undocumented individuals could see them charged with "trespass by an illegal alien" and face stringent penalties. -
Doctors Warn of 'Waking Up Mid-Surgery' as Anthem Faces Backlash Over Anesthesia Policy
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has abandoned its controversial plan to limit anesthesia coverage based on procedure times in Connecticut, following widespread criticism from doctors, patients, and elected officials. The policy, initially set to take effect in February 2024, aimed to cap anesthesia coverage for surgeries exceeding specified time limits, sparking outrage from medical professionals and policymakers who warned of severe consequences for patient care. 
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has abandoned its controversial plan to limit anesthesia coverage based on procedure times in Connecticut, following widespread criticism from doctors, patients, and elected officials. The policy, initially set to take effect in February 2024, aimed to cap anesthesia coverage for surgeries exceeding specified time limits, sparking outrage from medical professionals and policymakers who warned of severe consequences for patient care. -
Elon Musk Draws Fire for 'Declaring War on Social Security'
Elon Musk has sparked controversy by endorsing a series of posts on X by Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) that harshly criticize Social Security, characterizing the program as a deceptive "tax plan." Musk's response, calling Lee's thread "interesting," has raised alarms among advocates for Social Security, who fear this signals a broader Republican effort to dismantle the nearly 90-year-old program. 
Elon Musk has sparked controversy by endorsing a series of posts on X by Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) that harshly criticize Social Security, characterizing the program as a deceptive "tax plan." Musk's response, calling Lee's thread "interesting," has raised alarms among advocates for Social Security, who fear this signals a broader Republican effort to dismantle the nearly 90-year-old program. -
Biden Unveils $600 Million Boost for African Rail Project Amid U.S.-China Rivalry
President Joe Biden has announced a bold $600 million investment to expand the Lobito Corridor railway project in Africa, marking a significant step in the United States' efforts to deepen ties with the continent. Speaking in Angola on Wednesday, Biden called the initiative a game-changer for Africa's economic future, declaring, "Africa has been left behind for much too long. But not anymore. Africa is the future." 
President Joe Biden has announced a bold $600 million investment to expand the Lobito Corridor railway project in Africa, marking a significant step in the United States' efforts to deepen ties with the continent. Speaking in Angola on Wednesday, Biden called the initiative a game-changer for Africa's economic future, declaring, "Africa has been left behind for much too long. But not anymore. Africa is the future." -
Wisconsin Judge Overturns Act 10, Restores Collective Bargaining Rights for Public Workers
In a landmark decision on Monday, Dane County Circuit Judge Jacob Frost struck down Wisconsin's controversial Act 10, declaring key provisions of the 2011 law unconstitutional. The ruling restores collective bargaining rights to public employees who had been excluded under the legislation, marking a significant victory for labor unions. 
In a landmark decision on Monday, Dane County Circuit Judge Jacob Frost struck down Wisconsin's controversial Act 10, declaring key provisions of the 2011 law unconstitutional. The ruling restores collective bargaining rights to public employees who had been excluded under the legislation, marking a significant victory for labor unions. -
Illegal Immigration Costs U.S. Taxpayers $150.7 Billion Annually, Musk’s Efficiency Department Reveals
Elon Musk's expanding influence on American politics, economics, and immigration is taking center stage as his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) reveals a striking figure: illegal immigration costs U.S. taxpayers $150.7 billion annually. The figure, highlighted in a recent post on X, adds fuel to a politically charged conversation on government spending and border control. 
Elon Musk's expanding influence on American politics, economics, and immigration is taking center stage as his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) reveals a striking figure: illegal immigration costs U.S. taxpayers $150.7 billion annually. The figure, highlighted in a recent post on X, adds fuel to a politically charged conversation on government spending and border control. -
Whoopi Goldberg Sparks Controversy Defending Biden’s Hunter Pardon Amid Accusations of Nepotism
Whoopi Goldberg offered a robust defense of President Joe Biden's decision to issue a sweeping pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, during Monday's episode of The View. The move, which has drawn criticism from both Democrats and Republicans, has reignited debates about fairness, family loyalty, and political transparency. 
Whoopi Goldberg offered a robust defense of President Joe Biden's decision to issue a sweeping pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, during Monday's episode of The View. The move, which has drawn criticism from both Democrats and Republicans, has reignited debates about fairness, family loyalty, and political transparency. -
President Biden Pardons Son Hunter Despite Prior Promises, Igniting Political Firestorm
President Joe Biden has granted a sweeping pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, shielding him from potential prison time for federal felony gun and tax charges. The decision, announced Sunday night, contradicts the president's previous pledges not to use his authority to benefit his family and has sparked sharp criticism from political opponents. 
President Joe Biden has granted a sweeping pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, shielding him from potential prison time for federal felony gun and tax charges. The decision, announced Sunday night, contradicts the president's previous pledges not to use his authority to benefit his family and has sparked sharp criticism from political opponents.
