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Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Federal Funding Freeze

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has extended a temporary block on the Trump administration’s plan to freeze federal funding, citing ongoing struggles among nonprofit groups to access promised grants and loans. U.S. District Judge Loren L. AliKhan ruled Monday that the proposed spending pause could cause “potentially catastrophic” harm to organizations dependent on federal support.

California’s Hughes Fire Reaches 10,000 Acres

Another fire in California has now spread to more than 10,000 acres. As of 11 p.m. PT on Wednesday, the fire was only 14% contained.

Durbin Urges Resistance to Trump DEI Order, Promotes Continued Diversity Efforts

Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) called for government agencies to resist President Donald Trump’s executive order eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) mandates in federal institutions. Speaking on MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell Reports on Wednesday, Durbin argued that promoting diversity is essential to the country’s strength and urged agencies, corporations, and universities to continue implementing DEI initiatives despite Trump’s directive.

Trump Rescinds 1965 Executive Order, Ends Affirmative Action in Federal Hiring and Contracts

Former President Donald Trump signed an executive order rescinding President Lyndon B. Johnson's Executive Order 11246, which mandated affirmative action in federal government contracting. The new policy eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements in the federal workforce and contracting, shifting the focus to a merit-based system. The administration noted this change as a commitment to rewarding individual skills, performance, and hard work over identity-based hiring quotas.

Georgia Property Tax Freeze Faces Resistance

A Georgia bill that ties property assessments to the rate of inflation is facing pushback from local government entities opting out of the measure. Approved by 63% of voters in November 2024, the bill aims to cap property tax increases, but some officials argue the restrictions could hinder their ability to fund essential services.

Trump Ends Affirmative Action Mandate in Federal Contracting

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday reversing President Lyndon B. Johnson’s Executive Order 11246, which mandated affirmative action for government contractors. The new order eliminates diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) requirements in federal hiring, contracting, and spending, signaling a shift toward merit-based practices.

Trump Deep State Purge Taking Shape, Over 1,000 Federal Officials Removed in Shake-Up

Donald Trump’s efforts to dismantle the “deep state” are taking shape as reports reveal his administration has begun the process of firing and reassigning over 1,000 federal officials. The move, targeting entrenched bureaucratic structures, aligns with Trump’s commitment to reforming the federal government and ensuring accountability.

Trump Pledges to Declassify JFK, RFK, and MLK Assassination Files

President Donald Trump announced plans to declassify documents related to the assassinations of President John F. Kennedy, Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Family Seeks Answers From FDA After 9-Year-Old Son Nearly Dies From E. Coli

An Indiana family is demanding accountability from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after their 9-year-old son, Colton George, nearly died from a severe E. coli infection that caused his kidneys to fail.

Trump Signs Executive Order to Suspend Migrant Entry at Southern Border

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order suspending migrant entry at the U.S.-Mexico border, the White House announced on Wednesday.

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