Judge Allison Burroughs issued a preliminary injunction, preventing the Department of Homeland Security and State Department from altering Harvard’s student visa program. This action maintains the status quo following the Trump administration’s attempted revocation, which the judge deemed necessary to prevent further harm to Harvard’s international student population. While the administration claims its recent actions render the case moot, the judge expressed concerns about ongoing visa issuance problems and the university’s First Amendment claims. Both parties will work to finalize the terms of the injunction, ensuring no changes occur.
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A U.S. court ruling blocking many of President Trump’s tariffs initially spurred a significant stock rally in Asia, with markets in Tokyo and Seoul seeing gains of nearly 2%. However, this enthusiasm was tempered in the U.S., where the S&P 500 showed only modest gains, and the Dow fell slightly, due to uncertainty surrounding the White House’s appeal and the ruling’s limited scope. While the decision was viewed positively, the potential for future tariffs under different laws and ongoing legal challenges contributed to a more cautious market response. Strong performances from tech stocks, particularly Nvidia and C3ai, helped offset declines in some sectors.
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America has a billionaire problem. The concentration of wealth at the very top is staggering, with a small number of households controlling a sum exceeding the national debt and the entire annual GDP. This isn’t just a matter of inequality; it represents a systemic distortion of our economy and democracy. The sheer scale of this wealth accumulation warps our political system, allowing the ultra-rich to exert undue influence on policy decisions that benefit them at the expense of the broader population.
America needs a wealth tax to address this problem. The current tax system is demonstrably inadequate to curb the excessive accumulation of wealth by the ultra-wealthy.… Continue reading
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Racquel Chantel Smith received a life sentence for the human trafficking of her six-year-old daughter, Joshlin, who remains missing. Smith, along with her boyfriend and another man, were also given ten-year sentences for kidnapping. The trio were found guilty earlier this month, with testimony indicating Joshlin was sold for approximately $1,000 to an unknown individual for purposes of slavery or similar practices. The judge’s verdict did not determine Joshlin’s current location or fate.
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High-profile figures drastically inflate the number of undocumented immigrants in the U.S., despite the actual figure being around 11 million. Studies show undocumented immigrants have lower crime rates than U.S.-born citizens and legal immigrants. The Trump administration’s attempts at mass deportations have fallen far short of stated goals, leading to frustration and pressure on ICE agents to increase arrests. This has resulted in the targeting of low-hanging fruit and the dissemination of misinformation about the criminality of deported individuals.
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The Trump administration is scrutinizing all Harvard University visa holders, not just students, following a DHS attempt to block international student enrollment. This investigation, encompassing business and tourist visas, aims to uncover security vulnerabilities and potential system abuses. The actions stem from a broader dispute over alleged antisemitism, pro-terrorist conduct, and Harvard’s resistance to administrative demands for governance reforms. This conflict involves billions in withheld federal funding and legal challenges from Harvard, citing violations of constitutional rights and academic freedom.
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Global nuclear arsenals are expanding, reversing decades of disarmament efforts, primarily due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and its disregard for the Budapest Memorandum. This agreement, where Ukraine surrendered its nuclear weapons in exchange for security guarantees from world powers, proved ineffective, demonstrating the vulnerability of non-nuclear states reliant on others’ promises. Russia’s actions, including nuclear threats and the occupation of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, have eroded trust in the non-proliferation regime, leading to increased nuclear hedging by several nations. Consequently, the world faces escalating nuclear proliferation, driven by a breakdown in international security agreements and a loss of faith in the effectiveness of nuclear deterrence.
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This week, Donald Trump reacted angrily to a reporter’s question about his wavering tariff policy, epitomized by the acronym “TACO” (Trump Always Chickens Out). A court ruling declared his unilateral tariffs illegal, adding to a series of setbacks including Elon Musk’s resignation from his administration. Trump responded with a flurry of rage tweets and further erratic behavior, showcasing a deepening pattern of erratic conduct and escalating rhetoric. This highlights the increasingly dangerous and destabilizing nature of his actions and their impact on American politics and institutions.
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International sanctions have cost Russia an estimated US$450 billion in energy sector revenue. This financial strain, coupled with a 21% interest rate surge and prioritization of defense spending over social programs, reflects deep economic instability within Russia. Defense spending now surpasses social spending for the first time since the Soviet Union’s collapse, and the nation has depleted a significant portion of its National Wealth Fund. These economic realities underscore the Kremlin’s prioritization of the war effort over its citizens’ well-being.
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