US federal judges consider creating own armed security force as threats mount

President Trump took aim at Harvard University, claiming that foreign students are taking spots that should go to American students. He suggested Harvard should disclose the names of international students and implied that their high enrollment (31%) is unfair to U.S. applicants. While he said he doesn’t oppose foreign students outright, he framed the issue as a zero-sum competition for elite education access.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about Harvard—it taps into broader debates about immigration, meritocracy, and who "deserves" access to top-tier U.S. institutions. Trump’s comments could fuel existing tensions over international student visas (remember the 2020 visa threat?) and may resonate with voters who see elite colleges as out of touch. For universities, it’s another headache in balancing global prestige with political pressure.

President Trump has hit pause on his threat to slap a steep 50% tariff on European imports, pushing back the deadline by over a month. This buys time for negotiations but keeps the threat looming over transatlantic trade.

Editor’s Note: Tariffs are economic grenades—they can blow up prices for consumers and strain relationships between trading partners. This delay suggests neither side wants a full-blown trade war (yet), but the underlying tensions haven’t gone away. For businesses and shoppers, it’s a temporary sigh of relief, but the uncertainty isn’t over.

President Trump teased potential progress in talks with Iran, mentioning "very good talks" and hinting at upcoming "good news." Speaking to reporters before leaving New Jersey, he kept details vague but struck an optimistic tone, leaving the door open for a possible breakthrough.

Editor’s Note: After years of high tensions—from the collapsed nuclear deal to near-conflict in 2020—any hint of diplomatic movement between the U.S. and Iran is a big deal. If talks are advancing, it could ease global worries about another Middle East crisis or nuclear standoff. But Trump’s history of mixed messaging means we’ll need to wait for concrete details before calling this a real shift.

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, who's been floated as a potential Homeland Security pick, met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem ahead of Jerusalem Day—a symbolic moment that underscores the tight U.S.-Israel alliance. The visit comes as Netanyahu doubles down on his hardline stance against Hamas following recent embassy tensions.

Editor’s Note: This isn't just a routine diplomatic handshake. Noem's visit—timed around Jerusalem Day, a politically charged event—signals continued U.S. support for Israel amid Netanyahu's escalating rhetoric against Hamas. For readers, it's a snapshot of how U.S. political figures, especially those with national security ambitions, navigate this high-stakes relationship.

A year after "General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor was tragically murdered, his last film, Ciao, Mama, is getting its moment in the spotlight. The movie will premiere at the Dances with Films Festival next month, serving as a bittersweet tribute to Wactor’s life and the warmth he brought to those around him.

Editor’s Note: While Wactor’s death was a heartbreaking loss, this premiere is a chance to celebrate his work and the legacy he left behind. For fans and loved ones, it’s a meaningful way to honor his memory—not just as an actor, but as someone who clearly touched lives with his kindness. Stories like this remind us how art can keep a person’s spirit alive, even after they’re gone.