Trump pledges to reassert Monroe Doctrine to restore American power

Trump administration officials are considering reversing changes to racial and ethnic categories approved by the Biden administration for the upcoming 2030 census and other federal forms, as indicated by a White House agency official. This review reflects ongoing tensions between the two administrations regarding demographic data collection.

A recent revolt on Capitol Hill poses significant challenges to President Trump's strategy regarding Venezuela, as lawmakers express concerns over potential military interventions and regime change. This situation has emerged amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela, prompting discussions about military options and diplomatic responses.

Carlos Portugal Gouvea, a visiting professor at Harvard, was arrested by ICE after discharging a pellet gun outside a Massachusetts synagogue on the eve of Yom Kippur. He claimed he was unaware of the holiday or the location of his actions. Following the incident, his temporary nonimmigrant visa was revoked by the US Department of Homeland Security, which described the event as an 'anti-semitic shooting incident.'

A judge in California has expressed skepticism regarding the Trump administration's justification for maintaining control over national guard troops deployed in Los Angeles amid ongoing protests related to immigration raids. The federal government had federalized the state's national guard in June, deploying approximately 4,000 troops despite opposition from Governor Gavin Newsom, who deemed the move unprecedented and illegal, prompting a lawsuit from the state.

Most universities are resisting the Trump administration's ban on diversity-themed essays in student applications, despite threats of federal funding cuts and investigations. This defiance highlights a significant clash between educational institutions and federal policies aimed at limiting discussions on diversity and inclusion.

Former President Donald Trump has faced backlash after making derogatory remarks about Somali immigrants, labeling them as 'garbage' and suggesting they should leave the United States. This statement was made during a media event where he criticized Representative Ilhan Omar and referenced alleged fraud in Minnesota, claiming that Somalians have harmed the state.

The US Department of Justice has announced a policy shift to eliminate protections for LGBTQ+ individuals against sexual abuse in prisons, stating that prisons will no longer be held accountable for violations of standards designed to prevent harassment and assault. This change, outlined in a memo, also directs inspectors to cease auditing facilities for compliance with these protections.

A focus group study conducted by Syracuse University, Engagious, and Sago, observed by NBC News, revealed that Trump voters who supported Democratic candidates in the 2025 gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia expressed frustration with the current economic situation.