Biden Warns of Dark Days for the Country as He Urges Americans To Stay Optimistic
He said America depends on a presidency with limited power, a functioning Congress and an autonomous judiciary.
DC Police Detained Man for Protesting National Guard Patrol With Darth Vader Song, Lawsuit Says
An artist who works in the hospitality industry said he was looking for a humorous and creative way to protest what he views as a military “occupation.”
Author Michael Wolff Sues Melania Trump, Saying She Threatened $1B Suit Over Epstein-Related Claims
The lawsuit came on the day that Melania Trump’s lawyer had set as a deadline for Wolff to retract statements, issue an apology and pay damages to his client.
‘No Kings’ Protests Return as Trump Ramps up Authoritarian Practices, Organizers Say
It’s the second “No Kings” protest and third mass movement against the administration this year, and it comes amid an intensifying conflict between federal law enforcement and protesters nationwide.
Brown University Rejects Trump’s Offer for Priority Funding, Citing Concerns Over Academic Freedom
Brown previously struck a deal with the Trump administration to restore lost research funding and end federal investigations into discrimination.
US Revokes Visas for 6 Foreigners Over Charlie Kirk-Related Speech
The administration and its supporters have targeted people for their comments about Kirk, leading to firings or other discipline of journalists, teachers and others, and raising free speech concerns.
MIT President Says She ‘Cannot Support’ Proposal To Adopt Trump Priorities for Funding Benefits
University leaders face immense pressure to reject the compact amid opposition from students, faculty, free speech advocates and higher education groups.
Supreme Court Seems Skeptical About State Bans on ‘Conversion Therapy’ for LGBTQ+ Kids
The Republican administration argued the Colorado law suppresses therapists’ speech, and should be subject to the higher legal standard of strict scrutiny, one that few measures pass.