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Trump says government shutdown pressures Republicans and suggests ending the filibuster

SMGN November 6, 2025

Former president reflects on election results after record-long shutdown During a meeting with Republican senators, former President Donald Trump said the prolonged federal government shutdown negatively affected recent election results for his party. Trump stated that pollsters identified the shutdown as a major factor influencing voter sentiment against Republicans. “If

Federal Judge Orders White House to Provide American Sign Language Interpreters at Press Briefings

SMGN November 5, 2025

Ruling reinforces equal access to government information for the deaf community A U.S. federal judge has ordered the White House to immediately restore the use of American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters during press briefings involving President Donald Trump or Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The decision, issued by District Judge Amir

Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney Dies at 84

SMGN November 4, 2025

A pivotal figure in American politics Former Vice President Dick Cheney, regarded as one of the most powerful figures in modern American politics, has died at the age of 84 due to complications from pneumonia and cardiovascular disease, his family announced. Cheney had long struggled with heart-related health issues. Born

The Filibuster Battle: Why Donald Trump Wants to End the Senate Tradition and the Nuclear Implications

SMGN October 31, 2025

The long-standing Senate custom known as the filibuster—an informal term for any maneuver designed to block or delay legislative action—has long been the bane of majority parties in the US Congress. This procedural hurdle, requiring a supermajority of 60 votes to cut off debate and proceed to a final vote,

Democratic Presidential Hopefuls Mobilize Early: The 2025 Campaign as a Crucial Proving Ground for 2028

SMGN October 30, 2025

The road to the 2028 presidential election has begun significantly earlier than usual, with the 2025 off-year electoral contests in pivotal states like New Jersey and Virginia serving as an impromptu testing ground for a host of prominent Democrats. This early activity marks the unofficial start of the 2028 presidential

Trump-Xi Trade Meeting Raises Hope for U.S. Farm Bailout Amid Tariff Crisis

SMGN October 29, 2025

The White House is facing growing pressure to deliver a long-promised bailout for American farmers caught in the crossfire of the U.S.–China trade war. As President Trump prepares for a decisive meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, tensions are mounting across the agricultural belt, where producers are grappling with billions

How U.S. Immigration Crackdowns Are Reshaping the Global Flow of Remittances and Harming Developing Economies

SMGN October 28, 2025

The United States’ aggressive immigration enforcement and the recent rollback of international aid programs are triggering profound economic consequences across the developing world. As stricter border controls and mass deportations unfold, the flow of remittances — lifelines sent by immigrants to their families abroad — faces serious disruption. This U.S.

Trump’s Expanding Latin America Strategy: Military Power, Drug Wars, and a New MAGA Doctrine

SMGN October 27, 2025

The Return of U.S. Power Projection in Latin America The deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford to the Caribbean signals a dramatic new phase in the Trump administration’s approach to Latin America, which may well be part of the broader Trump Latin America strategy 2025. Officially, it’s a campaign

Jared Kushner Returns to Middle East Diplomacy

SMGN October 23, 2025

A strategic comeback to secure a ceasefire Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and former senior adviser, has returned to diplomatic activity with a new assignment: helping to secure a ceasefire in Gaza. Although he had previously stated that he would not rejoin the administration, Trump called him back, citing

Mamdani and Cuomo Highlight Generational Divide Within New York’s Democratic Party

SMGN October 22, 2025

A debate that contrasts experience with a call for political renewal The recent New York City mayoral debate between Zohran Mamdani and former Governor Andrew Cuomo showcased the widening generational divide within the Democratic Party. Cuomo emphasized his long record in public service as proof of leadership, while Mamdani, 34,

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Expert Tips to Navigate Flight Delays and Cancellations During Crisis

SMGN November 6, 2025

Widespread flight delays and cancellations are impacting major airports nationwide as the government shutdown, now the longest in history, continues to drag on. Air traffic controller shortages have caused issues at numerous airports for more than a month, creating ripple effects across the entire travel network. In response to the

Trump says government shutdown pressures Republicans and suggests ending the filibuster

SMGN November 6, 2025

U.S. Government Revises SNAP Benefit Cuts, but Millions Still Face Major Reductions

SMGN November 6, 2025

USDA Adjusts Reduction Formula Amid Ongoing Legal and Technical Challenges The U.S. government has revised its plan for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), announcing a smaller reduction in monthly food benefits. According to updated guidance from the Department of Agriculture (USDA), maximum allotments will now be cut by 35%