The Trump regime’s intimidation tactics are chilling free speech across American society. Universities, like Columbia, are capitulating to avoid funding cuts and facing investigations, silencing dissent. Simultaneously, scientific research, the media, and the legal profession are under attack through funding threats, lawsuits, and the targeting of firms representing Trump’s critics. This widespread suppression of dissent affects all five pillars of civil society, mirroring historical authoritarian regimes. Courage and collective action are urgently needed to resist these attacks on fundamental American freedoms.
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Recent polls indicate a decline in President Trump’s approval ratings regarding his handling of the U.S. economy, with significant drops in those who feel better off under his policies. A Harvard CAPS/Harris poll showed a decrease from 49% to 45% approval on the economy between February and March, while a CBS News/YouGov poll revealed a rise in those believing the economy is worsening. These negative trends coincide with increased concerns about inflation and a rise in recession predictions by Goldman Sachs. The upcoming implementation of Trump’s reciprocal tariffs adds further uncertainty to the economic outlook.
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President Trump issued an executive order targeting the Smithsonian Institution, accusing it of promoting “improper, divisive, or anti-American ideology” and demanding the removal of materials deemed historically inaccurate. Historians widely condemned this action as an attempt to whitewash American history and suppress discussions of race and social justice. The order specifically cites exhibits on race and gender, as well as planned programming, as examples of problematic content. This action is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to control the narrative of American history and suppress diverse perspectives.
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Despite possessing protected immigration status, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Salvadorian immigrant with asylum, was mistakenly deported to El Salvador by ICE due to an administrative error. This resulted in his immediate incarceration in the notorious CECOT prison, prompting his family to sue the U.S. government. The Trump administration claims it lacks jurisdiction to intervene, arguing it no longer has custody of Abrego Garcia. This incident follows a pattern of controversial deportations to El Salvador, raising serious concerns about due process and human rights violations.
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Despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Russia and the U.S., tensions remain high following President Putin’s suggestion that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy be replaced. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Russia continues to engage with the U.S. and that Putin remains open to communication with Donald Trump, downplaying Trump’s expressed anger over the proposal. Trump, however, voiced strong displeasure with Putin’s comments, threatening further sanctions if a peace agreement isn’t reached and a ceasefire isn’t implemented. These developments occur amidst continued accusations of ceasefire violations by both Russia and Ukraine.
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A lawsuit filed by the Democratic Party challenges President Trump’s executive order aiming to seize control of election administration from states. The Democrats argue the order is unconstitutional, exceeding the President’s authority and potentially disenfranchising voters. The order seeks to restrict mail-in voting, control the Election Assistance Commission, and mandate stricter voter registration requirements. Legal experts warn the order could significantly disrupt elections and suppress voter turnout. The lawsuit alleges the order stems from Trump’s unfounded claims of voter fraud.
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Elon Musk’s unprecedented financial contributions to Republican candidates, exceeding $290 million in the 2024 cycle, have significantly impacted key elections. His involvement includes over $20 million spent to support a conservative Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate, influencing a court with jurisdiction over crucial issues like redistricting and abortion access. Musk’s actions, despite his public criticism of George Soros’ political influence, have arguably surpassed Soros’ in scale and impact on American politics. This extensive financial involvement has raised concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest and undue influence on election outcomes.
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A Paris court found Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzling EU funds, resulting in a five-year ban from holding political office and a four-year prison sentence (two years suspended). The court levied a €100,000 fine on Le Pen and a €2 million fine on her National Rally party. Le Pen, the leading candidate for the 2027 presidential election, denounced the ruling as politically motivated and plans to appeal. The decision sparked immediate controversy and protests from Le Pen’s supporters and allies abroad, notably including US President Trump.
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Joe Rogan, while supportive of crackdowns on illegal immigration, voiced concern over the Trump administration’s deportation practices. He highlighted the cases of two Venezuelan asylum seekers—a makeup artist and a barber—wrongfully deported to El Salvador’s harsh CECOT prison due to mistaken gang affiliations based on tattoos. Rogan emphasized the need for more careful vetting to avoid deporting innocent legal migrants, arguing that such actions harm the overall effort to remove actual criminals. He questioned the lack of accountability and potential for correction within the government’s immigration procedures.
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House Republicans are defying the White House’s attempts to downplay the “Signalgate” scandal, with several members publicly disagreeing with the administration’s claim that leaked information wasn’t classified. This information, shared via the Signal app, included sensitive details about a planned military strike, such as attack timings and confidential CIA sources. Rep. Mike Turner, a former chair of the House Intelligence Committee, stated the discussed material should be considered classified. The controversy has reached voters, with town hall meetings erupting in anger over the security breach and calls for resignations.
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John Q. Hosedrinker