The Trump administration's proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have sent shockwaves through the medical community, particularly among cancer patients and doctors. These cuts, which include job losses and canceled grants, have raised serious concerns about the potential impact on research and medical advancements, ultimately affecting treatment options for millions of Americans.
President Trump’s announcement of new tariffs, including a universal 10% levy and reciprocal tariffs on 60 trade partners, aims to rebalance trade but is expected to raise prices for U.S. consumers. Economists warn that these measures could trigger higher inflation, increased production costs, and potential retaliatory actions by other nations.
President Trump announced two new types of tariffs on April 2nd, aimed at reducing trade deficits and revitalizing the American industrial and manufacturing base. These tariffs, however, have been met with criticism from economists and U.S. trading partners, who fear they will boost inflation and lead to higher costs for American households.
A U.S. citizen’s wife expressed deep fear and anguish after her husband, Kilmar Abrego Garcia, was mistakenly deported and detained in El Salvador’s tough maximum-security prison, despite a 2019 immigration judge having granted him protection. The Trump administration has admitted the error in his removal but maintains that his deportation stands, even as his legal team and family dispute claims linking him to criminal activity.
Former Justice Department officials, including Liz Oyer and Ryan Crosswell, are set to testify before Congress on Monday about the impact of the Trump administration's firings and demotions within the department. The hearing, led by Democrats, will also address concerns about the administration's influence on the Justice Department and its pro bono agreements with major law firms.