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Trump Launches A Temporary Advisory Initiative, DOGE, lawsuits follow

Despite its name suggesting a full-fledged department, President Trump established DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) as a temporary organization within the Executive Office of the President during his first day in office. This organization, officially called the “U.S. DOGE Service Temporary Organization,” was created through an executive order that also […]

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Republican Congressman Proposes Constitutional Amendment to Allow Trump Third Term

Representative Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) has introduced a resolution to amend the U.S. Constitution, potentially allowing President Donald Trump to serve a third term in office. The proposed amendment, introduced on Thursday, January 23, 2025, seeks to modify the 22nd Amendment, which currently limits presidents to two terms. According to the […]

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Federal Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employees Placed on Paid Leave

In a sweeping move that has sent shockwaves through the federal government, the Trump administration has issued an executive order to eliminate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) programs across all federal agencies. The order, titled “Initial Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions,” was quickly followed by a detailed […]

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Shift in U.S. Immigration Policy: DHS Rescinds ‘Sensitive Locations’ Protections and Reforms Humanitarian Parole

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced significant changes to immigration enforcement policies on Jan. 21, 2025, marking a sharp departure from previous administrations’ approaches. Key Policy Changes Acting DHS Secretary Benjamine Huffman issued two directives that will have far-reaching impacts on immigration enforcement across the United States: Administration’s Rationale […]

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Presidential Power in Action: Understanding the Scope and Impact of Executive Orders

Executive orders are official directives issued by the President of the United States to manage federal government operations. They carry the force of law and are based on the president’s constitutional authority or powers delegated by Congress. These orders can range from routine administrative matters to significant policy shifts. Power […]