Law

Jeanine Pirro Confirmed as Top Federal Prosecutor in Washington D.C.

SMGN August 4, 2025

Senate Approves Nomination Following Divided Vote The United States Senate has confirmed Jeanine Pirro as the new U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia with a 50-45 vote. Her appointment fills a key leadership role in the federal justice system after a previous nominee withdrew. Legal Background and Career History

U.S. Extends Temporary Trade Deal with Mexico for 90 More Days

SMGN July 31, 2025

New tariff rates delayed as talks move forward Former President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day extension of the current trade arrangement with Mexico, postponing the implementation of new tariffs. The decision comes amid ongoing global uncertainty surrounding upcoming trade agreements and rate changes. Current tariff structure to remain in

Uncertainty Grows Over the Future of DACA Recipients

SMGN July 29, 2025

DHS clarifies that DACA recipients may still face deportation The U.S. government has recently altered its approach toward individuals protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which was established in 2012 to offer temporary relief from deportation to those brought to the U.S. as children without legal

Appeals Court Upholds Nationwide Block on Executive Order Targeting Birthright Citizenship

SMGN July 24, 2025

9th Circuit Rules Order Violates the Constitution’s Citizenship Clause A federal appeals court in San Francisco upheld a ruling that blocks an executive order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship for children born in the United States to parents without legal immigration status or with only temporary presence. The court found

Bryan Kohberger Sentenced to Life in Prison for Idaho Student Murders

SMGN July 23, 2025

Multiple life terms issued without parole Bryan Kohberger has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder of four University of Idaho students. The sentencing includes consecutive life terms for each victim and an additional 10-year sentence for a related burglary charge. The decision

U.S. Government Releases Thousands of Documents on Martin Luther King Jr. Assassination

SMGN July 22, 2025

Digitized records aim to shed new light on historic case The U.S. government has released thousands of newly digitized files connected to the 1968 assassination of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. This move follows an executive order issued during the second term of former President Donald Trump, mandating

Texas Lawmakers Focus on Disaster Preparedness as FEMA’s Role Remains Uncertain

SMGN July 21, 2025

Texas Lawmaker Special Legislative Session Opens with Flood Recovery on the Agenda Just weeks after deadly floods in the Texas Hill Country claimed more than 130 lives, state legislators have launched a special session aimed at addressing disaster recovery and enhancing preparedness for future emergencies. Earlier this year, lawmakers failed

Congress Approves $9 Billion in Cuts to Public Media and Foreign Aid

SMGN July 18, 2025

Funding reductions impact public broadcasting and international assistance programs The U.S. Congress has approved a rescission package that eliminates $9 billion in previously allocated federal funds. The measure includes $1.1 billion initially designated for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) and approximately $7.9 billion for foreign aid initiatives. Passed by

Senate Approves Budget Cuts to Public Media and Foreign Aid

SMGN July 17, 2025

Bill Reduces Funding for NPR, PBS, and International Programs The U.S. Senate has approved a $9 billion budget rescission package, including the elimination of $1.1 billion in funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB). The measure, part of a broader initiative led by the Trump administration, aims to reduce

Republican Lawmakers Push to Exclude Noncitizens from 2030 Census Apportionment Counts

SMGN July 15, 2025

Proposed legislation could reshape congressional and presidential representation Republican members of the U.S. Congress have introduced multiple bills aimed at changing how the 2030 census population counts are used to apportion seats in the House of Representatives and assign Electoral College votes. These proposals seek to exclude noncitizens from the

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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

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

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%