Politics

D.C. lawyers’ association leadership race intensifies amid political tensions

SMGN Publishing May 13, 2025

The election for the presidency of the D.C. Bar Association, a nonprofit organization, has sparked unprecedented interest, reflecting the polarized political climate. Bob Spagnoletti, the association’s CEO, reported that over 30,000 people have already voted, surpassing the previous record set in 1990 by more than three times. The candidates are

Qatar offers the U.S. a new plane to replace Air Force One

SMGN Publishing May 12, 2025

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed interest in an offer from Qatar to provide a new Boeing 747 for the U.S. government, describing it as a “great gesture” that would be “stupid” to decline. According to Trump, the new plane would temporarily replace the existing Air Force One jets,

Trump administration’s cuts to AmeriCorps impact volunteers and communities

SMGN Publishing May 9, 2025

The recent elimination of nearly $400 million in AmeriCorps grants by the Trump administration has left over 32,000 people without jobs in various fields such as disaster recovery, education, environmental conservation, and public health. These cuts, which affect both young adults and senior volunteers, are part of a broader reduction

United States and United Kingdom announce trade deal reducing some tariffs

SMGN Publishing May 8, 2025

United States President Donald Trump and United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a trade agreement on Thursday, which will lift some U.S. tariffs on British goods, though others will remain in place. This marks the first such deal for the Trump administration since the introduction of significant tariffs last

Trump and Carney Meet at the White House Amid Trade Tensions

SMGN Publishing May 7, 2025

Former U.S. President Donald Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House, where Trump reaffirmed his intention to maintain tariffs on Canadian goods, a measure that has strained trade relations between the two countries. Although Trump expressed a desire for Canada to become part of the

Justice Department faces scrutiny over allegations of politicization under new leadership

SMGN Publishing May 6, 2025

At her January confirmation hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi pledged to combat violent crime and restore confidence and integrity in the Justice Department. She stated that partisan influence would be eliminated, and that justice would be applied equally. However, over 100 days into the second presidential term, some critics argue

Catholic leaders react to AI-generated image posted by Donald Trump

SMGN Publishing May 5, 2025

Several Catholic leaders and at least one U.S.-based Catholic group have voiced concerns after former President Donald Trump shared an image on social media that appears to have been created using artificial intelligence, depicting him dressed as the pope. The image was posted on Trump’s Truth Social account on Friday

U.S. Foreign policy shift under Trump’s second term

SMGN Publishing May 2, 2025

After World War II, the United States played a central role in shaping the international order through the creation of institutions such as the United Nations, NATO, the World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund. These efforts, along with initiatives like the Marshall Plan and Japan’s reconstruction, helped define global

Some Biden-appointed members removed from U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council

SMGN Publishing April 30, 2025

Several members of the United States Holocaust Memorial Council, including individuals appointed by former President Joe Biden, were removed from their positions this week. Among them was Doug Emhoff, known for his role as the first Jewish spouse of a U.S. president or vice president. The council, which oversees the

10 key metrics from the first 100 days of Donald Trump’s second term

SMGN Publishing April 29, 2025

This week marks the 100th day of President Donald Trump’s second term — a symbolic milestone often used to assess the early actions and direction of a presidency. Here is a summary of ten key figures from this period: 1. Executive Orders: 142 Since January 20, the administration has issued

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Timothée Chalamet Leads a Frenetic Table Tennis Drama This Christmas

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

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U.S. Bars European Activists Over Alleged Online Censorship Pressure

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

The United States government has imposed entry restrictions on five European individuals accused of coordinating efforts to pressure American technology companies into censoring or suppressing U.S.-based political viewpoints. The decision reflects a broader shift in U.S. foreign policy toward confronting what officials describe as extraterritorial attempts to influence protected speech