Leo Terrell, head of the Department of Justice's Task Force to Combat Antisemitism, announced that the department is planning to file federal hate crime indictments.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary (USDA) Brooke Rollins announced that she directed officials to block illegal immigrants from receiving food stamps and other taxpayer benefits.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, February 27, 2025, in Washington, D.C., aiming to secure American backing for Ukraine in potential ceasefire agreements with Russia. Starmer has warned that any ceasefire without a strong security guarantee could allow Russian President Vladimir Putin to regroup and renew hostilities.
A new bill in Scotland has sparked debate over religious freedom and free speech after concerns arose that it could criminalize praying inside one's home if visible from an abortion clinic. The "Safe Access Zones" bill, introduced by Scottish Green Party Member of Parliament (MSP) Gillian Mackay, seeks to establish 200-meter buffer zones around abortion facilities, preventing protests and any activities perceived as attempting to influence individuals seeking services.
The COVID-19 pandemic prompted swift economic relief efforts, but recent reports reveal these programs were plagued by significant fraud and mismanagement. A comprehensive investigation by the U.S. House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic highlights the extent of waste and abuse in initiatives like the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and expanded unemployment insurance.
