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The Department of Homeland Security issued a memo directing federal immigration agents to arrest refugees who have not yet obtained green cards and detain them indefinitely for re-screening, a dramatic policy shift that reverses decades of protections and threatens tens of thousands who entered during the Biden administration; resettlement groups say the guidance upends protections and endangers refugee families.
The Air Force will paint two newly modified Boeing 747s designated VC-25B, plus a 747 donated by Qatar, in Trump’s preferred red, white, gold and dark blue scheme, reversing Biden-era plans for a baby-blue livery due to cost and technical concerns. The paint will also be applied during maintenance to four C-32 aircraft, with the first C-32 already painted and slated for delivery in the coming months.
Three federal judges—one appointed by Trump—allowed construction on offshore wind projects off New England, New York, and Virginia to resume, delivering a setback to Trump’s bid to halt offshore wind. After Congress cut incentives and the Interior Department issued stop-work orders, the courts found the government failed to show a compelling national-security justification, boosting developers’ momentum but leaving the ultimate fate of the projects uncertain and potentially influencing investor sentiment amid ongoing legal battles.
The Trump administration plans to roll back Biden-era vehicle fuel efficiency standards, arguing it will save the economy around $100 billion, though critics say it won't lower car prices and will hinder environmental progress. The move aims to return to traditional fuel economy standards, emphasizing consumer choice and affordability, amid rising vehicle prices and ongoing regulatory changes.
US intelligence revealed that Israeli military lawyers warned of potential war crimes in Gaza, raising concerns within the Biden administration about Israel's conduct during its military campaign, though support for Israel continued despite these internal debates.
The White House criticized NASA's emphasis on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) issues, highlighting a perceived political shift from the Trump to Biden administration's messaging on the Artemis moon missions, particularly regarding the focus on sending the first woman and person of color to the Moon.
Senate Republicans are actively investigating Jack Smith's probe into Trump, releasing nearly 200 subpoenas and criticizing the investigation as politically motivated, while also addressing other issues like tariffs, government shutdown, and military posture in Europe.
The Senate rejected legislation aimed at stopping a Biden-era plan to control owl populations by killing non-native barred owls to protect the endangered northern spotted owl, highlighting political divisions and environmental debates.
A 21-year-old illegal immigrant from India, released into the US under the Biden administration's 2022 policy, is accused of causing a fatal semi-truck crash in California, killing three people. The suspect, Jashanpreet Singh, was found to be impaired and not in lawful immigration status, raising concerns about the effectiveness of detention policies and safety standards for commercial drivers. The incident highlights ongoing issues with immigration enforcement and road safety regulations in the US.
Former President Trump called for Microsoft to fire its global affairs chief, Lisa Monaco, over her ties to the Biden administration, citing national security concerns and political bias, amid broader efforts to scrutinize corporate influence and government connections.
Steve Bannon proposed that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent should simultaneously lead the Treasury and the Federal Reserve, a suggestion quickly dismissed by the White House, with no current plans to consider such an arrangement.
The Trump administration proposes canceling a Biden-era public lands rule that balanced conservation with development, aiming to open more federal lands for drilling, logging, and mining, amidst industry support and environmental criticism.
The investigation into former National Security Adviser John Bolton, focusing on mishandling classified information and emails possibly obtained from a foreign spy service, gained momentum under the Biden administration, with recent searches of his Maryland home and Washington office.
The unauthorized immigrant population in the U.S. reached a record 14 million in 2023, driven by migration from countries beyond Mexico, following the easing of Trump-era restrictions by the Biden administration, which led to increased border crossings and a political backlash as the number continues to rise into 2024.
The Biden administration is strategically restricting China's access to advanced AI technology, exemplified by the ban on Nvidia's powerful chips, as part of a broader effort to limit China's AI development and maintain technological dominance.