President Donald Trump’s administration dismissed the nation’s top copyright official just days after removing the Librarian of Congress. Shira Perlmutter, who led the U.S. Copyright Office—an agency under the Library of Congress—was abruptly terminated, according to the Washington Post. The U.S. Copyright Office informed the outlet that Perlmutter had received an email from the White … Read more
Louisiana Republican Sen. John Kennedy said he was “proud” of the Supreme Court following a Friday ruling that he argued must be good for the country—if only because it appeared to deeply anger Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. Appearing on Fox’s Faulkner Focus with anchor Harris Faulkner, Kennedy applauded the Court’s 6–3 decision in a case … Read more
In a significant shift in immigration policy, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a new voluntary self-deportation program on May 14, 2025. This initiative offers undocumented immigrants free commercial flights and a $1,000 stipend to encourage voluntary departure from the United States. Contents Program Details Reactions and Implications Program Details The DHS asserts … Read more
In a new episode of their IMO podcast, Michelle Obama’s brother, Craig Robinson, revealed he didn’t expect her relationship with Barack Obama to last more than a month. The episode, which focused on dating and featured guest Tracee Ellis Ross, comes amid renewed divorce speculation. Rumors intensified after Michelle opted not to attend the funeral … Read more
In a recent appearance at The Connecticut Forum on June 17, 2025, former President Barack Obama reignited debate over online speech and government regulation. In a conversation with historian Heather Cox Richardson, Obama argued that the rise of disinformation online threatens public trust and democracy—and suggested that government “restraints” may be needed to address the … Read more
Respected Former U.S. Attorney Jessica Aber Passes Away at 43 Jessica Aber, a highly respected former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, has passed away unexpectedly at the age of 43. She was found unresponsive in her Washington, D.C., home over the weekend. Authorities have indicated that she likely died of natural causes, … Read more
Washington, D.C. — A renewed effort is underway in the United States to reduce the cost of prescription medications, as federal officials prepare to revisit a proposal that would align certain drug prices with the lower rates found in other developed countries. According to individuals familiar with the matter, the proposal—known as a “most favored … Read more
The House of Representatives, under Republican control, has approved the No Tax Dollars for Terrorists Act (H.R. 260), which seeks to deter international funding for the Taliban. This bill, introduced by Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN), asserts that U.S. foreign policy must reject foreign assistance to the Taliban, particularly from nations and NGOs that benefit from … Read more
On Thursday, President Trump clarified that Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) is indeed invited to the White House for the Congressional Picnic. This clarification follows claims made by Paul and Representative Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) that they had been “uninvited” due to their opposition to Trump’s tax cut and spending package. Paul had mentioned on Wednesday evening … Read more
On his way out the door, the now-fired acting head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency defended its inadequate Biden-era disaster responses while taking some verbal jabs at the Trump administration. Cameron Hamilton was called to the Department of Homeland Security headquarters in Washington, D.C., where he was dismissed by Deputy Homeland Security Secretary Troy … Read more