DOJ ends monitoring of illegal dumping in Houston in retreat from environmental justice

A prominent parents advocacy group is urging the Trump administration to implement a policy change that could provide immediate relief to families. This initiative is seen as a potential quick win for the administration, aligning with its focus on parental rights and family support.

Kirsten Hillman, who has served as Canada’s ambassador to the U.S. since 2020, is being considered for succession as negotiations for a new trade deal with the Trump administration have been ongoing and at times contentious.

The Trump administration is contemplating an executive order to regulate artificial intelligence, aiming to establish a uniform set of rules across states and prevent individual state regulations, particularly concerning AI's impact on minors. This proposal has raised alarms among child-safety advocates.

Recent scrutiny has emerged regarding education officials appointed by the Democrats, as a widening fraud scandal raises questions about their oversight and accountability. This situation has garnered attention amid ongoing political tensions in Washington, particularly related to the Trump administration's policies and actions on Capitol Hill.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected any territorial concessions to Russia, amid ongoing discussions for a peace plan led by the Trump administration. This stance complicates diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict, as military actions by Russia continue to escalate, targeting critical infrastructure in Ukraine.

The Trump administration has intensified calls for 'remigration' following a shooting incident in Washington D.C. on November 26, 2025, which critically injured two members of the National Guard. The suspected shooter, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, has prompted the administration to halt immigration from Afghanistan and reexamine immigration policies.

The U.S. Justice Department has officially withdrawn from its agreement with the city of Houston aimed at addressing illegal dumping in predominantly Black and Latino neighborhoods. This decision marks a significant retreat from efforts to promote environmental justice in these communities.

A new lawsuit has been filed against the Trump administration, urging the Pentagon and State Department to disclose the legal justification for military strikes on Venezuelan boats suspected of drug trafficking. Advocacy groups argue that transparency is essential following these controversial operations, which have resulted in civilian casualties.