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.
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.
Polling data indicates a significant shift in American views on illegal immigration, with most voters now supporting President Donald Trump’s proposed mass deportation plans. CNN senior data reporter Harry Enten highlighted the trend Wednesday, pointing to a growing consensus favoring stricter immigration enforcement.
In an article discussing concerns of illegal immigrant mothers over their children’s citizenship status, The New York Times appears to shift its longstanding stance on the unborn. The piece, titled "Undocumented Women Ask: Will My Unborn Child Be a Citizen?" highlights the fears of women in the U.S. illegally following President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship.
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.
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.
CNN, a division of Warner Bros. Discovery, plans to lay off hundreds of employees this week as part of a strategy to refocus its business around a global digital audience, according to a CNBC report on Wednesday.
U.S. Border Patrol Agent David Maland, a military veteran and dedicated public servant, was killed during a traffic stop near the Canadian border in Coventry, Vermont, on Monday afternoon. Maland, 44, was known for his commitment to protecting Americans and his unwavering dedication to service.
