Can President Trump Suspend Habeas Corpus? Revisiting Constitutional Tensions
When President Donald J. Trump recently suggested suspending the writ of habeas corpus in response to the crisis at the southern border, it sparked one of the most significant and unresolved constitutional debates in American history: Can a president, acting alone, suspend this centuries-old safeguard of individual liberty? Like much in American constitutional law, the […]
The National Enquirer and Trump: The Dark Side of the “Catch and Kill” Journalism
In a chilling narrative in The New York Times Magazine, Lachlan Cartwright, a seasoned journalist with two decades of experience, delves into the murky waters of his tenure at The National Enquirer during Donald Trump’s ascent to the presidency. This tale reveals the insidious “catch and kill” tactics now central to the former president’s legal […]
Laken Riley’s Murder Fuels U.S. immigration Debate for 2024 Presidential race
On the morning of February 22, 2024, college nursing student Laken Riley laced up her tennis shoes to jog around the running trails near the intramural fields at the University of Georgia. The 22-year-old student was enrolled in Augusta University’s nursing program and liked to start her day jogging at nearby UGA, where she was […]
Super Tuesday 2024: Trump and Biden Sweep, Haley Secures Surprise Win
Super Tuesday 2024 unfolded with high stakes and significant developments across the political landscape, setting the stage for a dramatic presidential race. As voters across 15 states and one territory cast their ballots, key narratives emerged that provide insights into the trajectory of the upcoming election. Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden emerged […]
Israel Plans to Escalate its Operations in Palestine Despite Humanitarian Concerns
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has directed the Israeli military to start a “massive operation” in Rafah, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office on Friday. The instructions are for the Israeli military to develop plans for the evacuation of civilians from Rafah. His order comes as part of a broader strategy […]
Special Counsel Report on Biden’s Handling of Classified Documents: A Political Firestorm
The release of Special Counsel Robert Hur’s report on President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents has ignited a firestorm in the political landscape. The 345-page report casted a harsh spotlight on President Biden’s handling of highly sensitive materials during his tenure as vice president. The report absolves him of any criminal wrongdoing, but memory […]
Texas-Federal Tensions Rise Due to Border Immigration Crisis
Residents in the tight-knit community of Eagles Pass, Texas, find themselves at the center of a growing storm as the immigration situation along the Texas-Mexico border intensifies. At issue is the 47-acre Shelby Park in Eagle Pass, where Texas has for months been laying concertina wire along the Rio Grande to prevent migrants from crossing. […]
Senate Struggles to Forge Border Security Deal as Trump’s Shadow Looms Large
Former President Donald Trump’s attempts to derail a Congress bipartisan deal over the southern border has thrown Senate Republicans into disarray and imperiling bipartisan efforts aimed at addressing critical national concerns. Trump’s Disruption and Senate GOP’s Dilemma Trump’s vocal opposition to the emerging bipartisan agreement, driven by his desire to leverage the border issue for […]
Supreme Court Agrees to Review Trump’s Ballot Eligibility in Landmark Case
The U.S. Supreme Court has swiftly agreed to hear an appeal by former President Donald Trump challenging a Colorado Supreme Court decision that disqualified him from the state’s Republican primary ballot. This politically charged case, centered on Trump’s involvement in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, holds significant implications for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. […]
Congress Strikes Deal on $1.66 Trillion Government Funding to Avert Shutdown
Congressional leaders declared on Sunday a landmark agreement on a $1.66 trillion spending package for the remainder of 2024, as they seek to thwart a potential government shutdown looming on the horizon. Averting Crisis: The Agreement’s Topline The bipartisan deal, championed by House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, outlines $886 billion […]