Trump administration says sign language services 'intrude' on Trump's ability to control his image

The U.S. Department of Justice has argued in court that requiring the White House to provide American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters infringes on former President Donald Trump's right to control his public image. This argument arises in response to a lawsuit aimed at ensuring accessibility for the deaf community during White House communications.

Rising tensions within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have emerged as Secretary Kristi Noem faces pressure from the White House to increase deportations. Noem and her top adviser have reportedly blamed subordinates for failing to meet arrest quotas, which has strained their relationships with the White House. This internal conflict highlights the challenges DHS faces in executing immigration policies amid external demands.

Pop star SZA has publicly criticized the White House for using her song in a promotional video related to immigration enforcement, labeling the action as 'evil and boring.' This condemnation aligns her with other artists, including Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo, who have expressed similar sentiments regarding the use of their music in political contexts.

The Trump administration has directed national park gift shops to review and remove merchandise that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), reflecting a broader initiative to diminish DEI efforts within federal agencies. This directive follows a memo issued last month by the acting National Park Service director.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation has filed a lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, seeking to halt the demolition of the White House East Wing until a federal review of the project is conducted. This legal action highlights concerns over the preservation of historic sites amid ongoing renovations.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation has filed a lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, challenging the proposed $300 million ballroom project at the White House. The preservation group claims that the Trump administration skipped mandatory reviews and did not seek necessary approvals before moving forward with the construction plans.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation has filed a federal lawsuit against Donald Trump, seeking to halt the construction of a $300 million ballroom project at the White House. The lawsuit alleges that Trump unlawfully demolished part of the historic East Wing without the necessary permissions and reviews, violating federal preservation laws.

The White House has withdrawn its nomination of Joe Francescon for the position of deputy director of the National Security Agency (NSA), as confirmed by Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) on social media. This decision adds to the existing leadership challenges within the NSA, which is crucial for national security operations.