Tag: #uspolitics

Trump Signs Executive Orders to Fast-Track Nuclear Energy Expansion with SMRs

Trump's orders accelerate U.S. nuclear energy through small modular reactors for AI and data center demands.

#trump, #nuclearenergy, #smr, #uspolitics

US Senator Wicker to Lead Delegation to Taiwan as Tensions with China Rise

Senator Wicker plans a Taiwan visit in 2025 amid US-China tensions. Trip signals support for Taiwan, concerns over Trump's China trade focus.

#uspolitics, #taiwan, #china, #uschinarelations, #rogerwicker

U.S. Treasury Secretary Calls for Federal Reserve Review Amid Criticisms

Treasury Secretary Bessent questions Fed's decision-making and spending, highlighting tensions with Trump administration.

#federalreserve, #uspolitics, #trumpadministration

Massive Layoffs at OCR Spark Concerns Over Civil Rights Enforcement in Education

The OCR's dismissal of over 3,400 civil rights complaints following staff cuts raises concerns over education civil rights enforcement.

#civilrights, #education, #trumpadministration, #uspolitics

Senate Passes Controversial $9 Billion Spending Cut Bill

U.S. Senate approves $9 billion cuts to public broadcasting, foreign aid; House vote imminent.

#uspolitics, #spendingcuts, #foreignaid, #senatevote

Mike Waltz Faces Senate Scrutiny for U.N. Ambassador Nomination

Mike Waltz vows to revamp the U.N., faces Senate on his nomination amid past controversies and Trump's critical stance on U.N. policies.

#mikewaltz, #unitednations, #donaldtrump, #uspolitics, #foreignpolicy

Trump Nominates Financier Benjamin Black as CEO of U.S. Development Finance Corporation

Benjamin Black nominated by Trump to lead U.S. Development Finance Corporation, pending Senate confirmation.

#uspolitics, #trump, #usdfc, #benjaminblack

U.S. Congress Passes Controversial Budget Reconciliation Bill

Congress passes bill extending tax cuts, boosting defense, and cutting Medicaid, sparking debates on economic and social impact.

#uspolitics, #budget2025, #trumpadministration, #medicaid, #defensereform

Millions Join 'Hands Off!' Protests Against Trump-Musk Administration

Nationwide 'Hands Off!' protests see millions opposing Trump and Musk over layoffs and governmental changes.

#protests, #donaldtrump, #elonmusk, #uspolitics, #trumpadministration

Senate Advances Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" Amid Controversy

U.S. Senate advances controversial Trump tax and spending bill, sparking debate over economic impact and insurance coverage.

#uspolitics, #taxbill, #trump, #healthcare, #deficits

BlackRock Warns of U.S. Debt Threat Amid Contentious Tax and Spending Bill

BlackRock warns U.S. debt could undermine financial markets as Congress debates a $4.5T tax and spending proposal, with implications for Treasury yields.

#usdebt, #blackrock, #taxpolicy, #uspolitics

Israel Agrees to US-Brokered Ceasefire with Iran Amid Escalating Conflict

Israel accepts US-brokered ceasefire with Iran after 12-day conflict, despite ongoing hostilities. Ceasefire's durability questioned.

#israel, #iran, #ceasefire, #uspolitics, #middleeast

Massive 'No Kings' Protests Sweep Across the U.S. and Beyond

Over five million rally against perceived authoritarian policies in one of the largest demonstrations in U.S. history.

#protests, #trump, #authoritarianism, #democracy, #uspolitics

Federal Judge Blocks State Department Reorganization Plan

Federal judge halts State Department's reorganization plan, requiring Congressional approval for drastic workforce changes and office closures.

#uspolitics, #statedepartment, #foreignpolicy, #workforcerestructuring

U.S. Senate Passes the GENIUS Act: A Milestone in Stablecoin Regulation

The U.S. Senate approves the GENIUS Act, aiming to regulate stablecoins, boosting market confidence but raising ethical concerns.

#stablecoins, #geniusact, #regulation, #uspolitics, #cryptocurrency