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Trump revoked security clearances for multiple former officials including Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton, Antony Blinken, Liz Cheney, Adam Kinzinger, and Letitia James in a Friday memo, characterizing them as political opponents.
Trump issued a presidential memorandum directing the Attorney General to refer partisan lawsuits to the White House and recommend sanctions against law firms, with major law firm Paul Weiss agreeing to a $40 million settlement to have Trump cancel an executive order against it after its chairman met with the president.
Trump announced that Boeing will build a new generation of fighter jets called the F-47, signaling continued focus on defense spending and military contracts.
U.S. trade tensions with Asian nations could strain anti-China security partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region as Trump escalates tariff policies, potentially undermining long-standing defense alliances.
Columbia University capitulated to Trump administration demands and agreed to restore $400 million in federal funding, implementing changes including allowing security officers to arrest students and appointing a new official to oversee Middle Eastern, South Asian and African Studies.
Elon Musk attacked U.S. judges in more than 20 social media posts, calling them left-wing activists, as the Trump administration intensified its clash with the judiciary over DOGE and other matters.
The White House reportedly halted federal funding for legal aid services for unaccompanied migrant children, forcing them to face immigration court proceedings without legal representation against experienced ICE attorneys.
An analysis of flight data reveals how the Trump administration is using extraordinary means to deport people, though overall deportation numbers have not surged compared to previous periods.
A new poll shows that 20% of Americans support boycotts of firms aligning with Trump's agenda, and a significant share of Americans will avoid companies that drop social-inclusion policies.
Montana Senator Steve Daines revealed that he has been meeting with Chinese officials to call for direct talks between President Trump and Xi Jinping, positioning himself as an intermediary in U.S.-China relations.