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

SMGN Publishing 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 Publishing 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 Publishing 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 Publishing 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,

Karine Jean-Pierre Explains Her Departure from the Democratic Party and Her Move to Independence

SMGN Publishing October 21, 2025

Reflections on Her White House Experience and the State of U.S. Politics Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has shared her reasons for leaving the Democratic Party and identifying as an independent. In her new book, Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines, published

U.S. Imposes Tariffs and Ends Aid to Colombia Amid Growing Tensions Over Drug Policy

SMGN Publishing October 20, 2025

Washington strengthens its stance toward President Gustavo Petro’s government U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on Colombian exports and the suspension of American aid to the country, citing insufficient action by President Gustavo Petro’s administration to combat drug production and trafficking. Speaking from Florida, Trump said

Massive Nationwide Protests Expected Across the U.S. Against Federal Policies

SMGN Publishing October 17, 2025

“No Kings” Movement Calls for Large-Scale Demonstrations This Weekend Millions of Americans are expected to join nationwide protests this Saturday under the slogan “No Kings,” as organizers forecast one of the largest coordinated demonstrations in recent years. The movement seeks to oppose the policies of President Donald Trump’s administration, particularly

Trump Plans New Meeting with Putin to Discuss Ukraine War

SMGN Publishing October 16, 2025

Former president says talks in Budapest aim to seek diplomatic solutions Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Hungary, to discuss possible ways to end the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The statement followed what Trump described as a

Supreme Court Ruling on Voting Rights Could Redefine U.S. Political Maps

SMGN Publishing October 15, 2025

Louisiana v. Callais Reignites Debate Over Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could reshape how congressional districts are drawn across the country. Louisiana v. Callais could determine the future of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, a key provision

Janet Mills Launches U.S. Senate Campaign in Maine

SMGN Publishing October 14, 2025

The governor aims to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in a high-stakes race Maine Governor Janet Mills has officially announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate, setting up a challenge against longtime Republican Senator Susan Collins. The race is expected to be a key contest in the Democratic Party’s broader

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DOJ Releases New Epstein Files Referencing Trump

SMGN Publishing December 23, 2025

The U.S. Department of Justice released an additional batch of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, adding new material that includes hundreds of references to President Donald Trump. The disclosure forms part of a broader, congressionally mandated effort to make public all federal records connected to Epstein’s activities,

The Choral Uses Music to Unite a British Town During World War I

Sarah Olivella December 23, 2025

The historical drama The Choral is set in 1916, at a moment when World War I was reshaping communities across Europe. Against the backdrop of global conflict, the film focuses on Ramsden, a fictional town in northern England whose peaceful appearance contrasts sharply with the reality of conscription, loss, and

Student Loan Wage Garnishment Set to Resume for Millions of Borrowers in 2026

Sarah Olivella December 23, 2025

The U.S. federal government is preparing to reinstate wage garnishment for student loan borrowers who remain in default, marking a major shift in federal student debt enforcement after several years of suspended collections. The policy change is expected to take effect in early 2026 and will gradually expand throughout the