The University of Virginia has reached a settlement with the Trump administration that ends civil rights investigations threatening the institution’s federal funding. The move follows months of scrutiny and contributed to the departure of the university’s former president.
Sanae Takaichi is poised to make history as Japan’s first female prime minister, confronting pressing issues including the cost of living and relations with the Trump administration. Her anticipated leadership signals a pivotal moment in Japanese politics, with observers watching how she will revive the fortunes of a ruling party.
Thousands took to the streets of Salt Lake City to voice their frustrations with the Trump administration. Protesters staged a “No Kings” rally, citing threats to democracy and calling for socialism as part of their broader demand for governmental change.
Five universities remain on the fence over President Trump’s proposed higher education compact, leaving the White House without a single endorsement. The University of Virginia has already declined, highlighting growing doubts as the formal deadline approaches. Now, the question is whether any institution will sign.
Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, President Trump’s lead negotiators in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, describe how Israel’s sudden strike in Qatar threatened to undo months of progress. Their sense of betrayal underscores the delicate balances at play in any Middle East peace agreement.
The Trump administration is urging the Supreme Court to clear the way for deploying National Guard troops in the Chicago area. This move signals rising tensions between President Donald Trump and several Democratic governors over whether to use military force on American soil.
The Trump Administration has petitioned the Supreme Court to authorize National Guard deployment in Chicago. A federal judge, however, sees no evidence of the “rebellion” that would warrant such a move. Experts anticipate the Court’s decision while local officials question the necessity of federal involvement.
John Bolton, who once served as a top advisor to President Trump, denied wrongdoing in a Maryland courtroom. He entered a not guilty plea Friday to allegations of mishandling classified information, setting the stage for further legal scrutiny.
John Bolton, who served as President Trump’s national security adviser, arrived at a federal courthouse to surrender on 18 federal charges involving classified documents. The criminal case has placed renewed focus on how top officials manage sensitive records. Observers say the trial may influence future debates on government secrecy.
As a prolonged government shutdown continues, a Trump administration official states that federal layoffs have already started. Republicans place the blame on Democrats for the shutdown and any negative repercussions that may follow.