Politics

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

Alexis Herman, the first black U.S. Secretary of Labor, dies at 77

SMGN Publishing April 28, 2025

Alexis Herman, who made history as the first black individual to lead the U.S. Department of Labor, has died at the age of 77. She served as Secretary of Labor from 1997 to 2001, following a career dedicated to social work, civil rights, and political engagement. Herman began her public

Celebrating excellence at the Champion of Liberty Dinner & Celebration

SMGN Publishing April 28, 2025

The recent Champion of Liberty Dinner and Celebration, organized by the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom, was a great success. It brought together prominent members of the community at the Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science. Carlos Diaz-Rosillo, Founding Director of the center, extended his sincere thanks to

White House announces new senior advisers amid Pentagon restructuring

SMGN Publishing April 25, 2025

The Pentagon has appointed four new senior advisers as part of an internal restructuring following the departure of several top staffers in the office of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The leadership changes come amid internal disputes and scrutiny over the handling of sensitive information. The new advisers include Colonel

Judge pauses key sections of executive order on voter registration

SMGN Publishing April 24, 2025

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has temporarily blocked key portions of a March 25 executive order issued by former President Donald Trump, which aimed to make substantial changes to voter registration procedures in the United States. The main provision directed the independent Election Assistance Commission (EAC) to amend the

Harvey Weinstein faces new trial in New York

SMGN Publishing April 23, 2025

Opening statements begin Wednesday in the new trial of former film producer Harvey Weinstein in New York. He is facing charges related to alleged sexual assaults involving three women: a former production assistant, an actress (both of whom testified in his 2020 trial), and another woman whose identity remains undisclosed.

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Meta Prediction Market App Plans Reveal New AI-Powered Forecasting Platform

Felipe Cardona June 24, 2026

The Meta prediction market app is moving closer to reality as internal development efforts point to a new standalone platform designed around forecasting real-world events. The project, currently under development inside Meta, would allow users to predict outcomes across a wide range of topics while using virtual currency instead of

Europe Heatwave 2026 Breaks Records Across France, UK and Spain as Extreme Temperatures Spread

Felipe Cardona June 24, 2026

The Europe heatwave 2026 has pushed several countries into uncharted territory, with France registering its hottest national temperature indicator on record, the United Kingdom experiencing its warmest June day, and Spain reporting unprecedented average temperatures for the month. Authorities across Western Europe have expanded emergency measures as millions of residents face dangerous

France Confirms First Ebola Case After Doctor Returns From DR Congo Humanitarian Mission

SMGN Publishing June 24, 2026

The France first Ebola case has prompted an immediate public health response after French authorities confirmed that a doctor who recently returned from a humanitarian mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) tested positive for the virus. Officials said the patient was transferred without delay to a specialized isolation