Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) introduced legislation on Tuesday targeting elite universities and student protestors with two new bills. The Woke Endowment Security Tax (WEST) Act would impose a six-percent excise tax on the endowments of 11 major universities, using the revenue to reduce the national debt and strengthen border security. Additionally, the No Student Loans for Campus Criminals Act would strip federal student loan eligibility from any campus protestor convicted of a crime.
President Donald Trump’s administration launched investigations into antisemitism at five universities on Tuesday, fulfilling commitments made during his campaign to address the rise of anti-Jewish hatred on campuses. The Department of Education will handle the investigations.
California State University Long Beach is holding its annual "UndocU Conference" in April to draw attention to "the diverse and intersectional Identities of Undocumented people."
The U.K. and Ireland are preparing for the arrival of Storm Éowyn, one of the most severe storms in recent decades. Forecasters have issued rare red warnings for wind, indicating a "danger to life" as gusts are expected to reach up to 100 mph (161 kph). The storm is set to make landfall on Ireland's west coast early Friday before sweeping northeast to Scotland and affecting much of the U.K.
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.
The devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles have amplified criticism of the city’s preparedness for the 2028 Olympics. Critics argue that the crisis exposes vulnerabilities in the city’s infrastructure and emergency response capabilities, raising concerns about its ability to host the world’s largest sporting event.
