Could Trump Really Pull the U.S. Out of NATO? Experts Weigh In
This week, John Yoo, a legal expert and former advisor to President George W. Bush, warned that Donald Trump’s plans could create a “constitutional earthquake.” The big question? Whether Trump could really follow through on his hints to pull the U.S. out of NATO. Here’s what we know: NATO, formed in 1949, is a military […]
South Carolina Eyes Legalizing Online Sports Betting: Will It Happen This Time?
A new bill to legalize online sports betting has been pre-filed in South Carolina, bringing hope for many who want to see sports betting in the state. It’s not the first time the idea has been pushed – this bill has come up in the legislature before, but it was shot down in 2023. Now, […]
Christian Group Challenges Trump’s Immigration Policies, Sparking Nationwide Debate
A petition from Faithful America, a Christian group, is making waves as it rallies over 15,000 people to stand up against President-elect Donald Trump’s immigration policies. The petition accuses Trump of violating Christian values, particularly with his plans for mass deportations. Here’s why it matters: Trump is pushing forward with his hard-line stance on immigration […]
Ezra Klein Explains Why His Podcast Won’t Be a “Resistance Show” During Trump’s Presidency
In a recent episode of The Ezra Klein Show, journalist Ezra Klein addressed some tough questions from his listeners. One listener raised a concern about Klein’s interviews with Trump allies, suggesting that it might make Trump’s movement seem “normal,” when it’s anything but. Klein responded thoughtfully, saying, “I don’t know what counts as ‘normal.’ Yes, […]
Pritzker touts rising minimum wage as Illinois’ unemployment rate has increased | Illinois
(The Center Square) – Illinois employers are bracing for minimum-wage hikes, which may lead to more job cuts around the state. Illinois’ minimum wage is rising from $14 per hour to $15 on Jan 1, the final increase in a series of annual increases from a law Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed in February of 2019. In […]
The Trump Era: A New Political Dawn or Just a Passing Phase?
When Barack Obama won re-election in 2012, it felt like the start of a new political chapter. With the rise of younger, more diverse voters, many thought the Democratic Party was on the brink of a dominant future. But looking back, 2012 might actually mark the end of an era, the final victory of the […]
Trump’s Big Inaugural Fund Push: Who’s Paying Up and Who’s Feeling the Heat?
President-elect Donald Trump has been keeping a close eye on which major companies are putting their money into his inauguration fund—and some of them are feeling the pressure. As Trump threatens hefty tariffs on foreign goods, corporate giants are realizing that their contributions to his big day could determine their future profits. According to sources […]
Trump Mocks Canada, Jokes About Wayne Gretzky as PM and Trudeau as ‘Governor’
In his annual Christmas message, President-elect Donald Trump had a playful jab at Canada, suggesting that hockey legend Wayne Gretzky, also known as “The Great One,” should run for Prime Minister—or even become the “Governor” of Canada. On Christmas Day, Trump took to Truth Social and joked, “I just left Wayne Gretzky, ‘The Great One’ […]
Trump’s First-Day Executive Orders: Big Moves on Immigration, Energy, and Crypto
On his first day in office, President-elect Donald Trump is expected to make a splash with a series of executive orders. These actions will focus on key issues like immigration, energy policy, and cryptocurrency regulation, all with the goal of fulfilling some of his biggest campaign promises and shaking up current U.S. policies. Delivering on […]
Trump’s Tariff Plan: Will It Crash the Stock Market? History Has Answers
In the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement of potential tariffs, investors are left questioning how this move might impact the stock market. Could history provide clues to what lies ahead? Trump’s proposal to implement sweeping tariffs aims to protect American industries and bring back jobs to U.S. soil. However, such policies often come with […]