HISTORICAL FACTS: 9 | History Defined

Federal officials admit to withholding grants from states just because they didn’t vote for Trump

The Trump administration previously claimed the funding cuts were meant to stop wasteful spending and were not influenced by politics

The Independent UK · Jul 24

‘Nefarious’ Trump plan to interview Afghan immigrants sparks deportation fears

The Trump administration has already stopped travel, visa and refugee status approvals for people from Afghanistan, while removing protections for Afghans already living in the US

The Independent UK · Jul 24

Trump's Newest Tariffs Are Likely Illegal Too

The Section 301 tariffs announced on Thursday overstep the powers granted by Congress and likely run afoul of the major questions doctrine.

Reason · Jul 24

Justice Kagan Rejects Charge that Supreme Court Is "Rubber Stamp" for Trump Administration

In recent remarks before the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference, Justice Kagan rejects the conventional liberal narrative about the Supreme Court.

Reason · Jul 24

'Ludicrous' US levy slammed for free-trade deal breach

Australian businesses have reacted angrily to the Trump administration's higher tariffs on the nation's exports, as Canberra vows to push for their removal.

AAP · Jul 23

New York Times Subpoena Fight Marks Latest Clash in Trump's Legal War with US Media Over Air Force One Probe

The New York Times is challenging the Trump administration in court, arguing that the FBI's pursuit of reporters' phone records is an abuse of the justice system and threatens press freedom.

International Business Times UK · Jul 23

The Trump Administration Just Gave X-Energy Stock a Boost. Wall Street Sees 137% Upside Ahead.

Government backing boosted X-Energy's AI nuclear story, while analysts continue to see substantial long-term upside despite execution risks.

Barchart · Jul 23

More than two dozen states sue Trump administration over disaster aid conditions

The lawsuit alleges the administration is compelling states to alter their election systems and assist DHS with immigration enforcement

The Independent UK · Jul 23

Secretary of Education Linda McMahon calls for elementary students to be put on ‘pathway’ to become plumbers

The Trump administration has pushed to prioritize apprenticeships and technical education while at the same time cutting billions in education and research funding

The Independent UK · Jul 23

New York Times Fights 'Intimidation' as Explosive Subpoena Battle Erupts Over Security Leak

The Trump administration has subpoenaed The New York Times journalists over reports on Air Force One security, sparking a legal battle over press freedom and classified information leaks

International Business Times UK · Jul 23