Today’s Headlines: Fallout from the Trump administration’s use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act continues, as a judge demanded the DOJ provide a sworn timeline after officials refused to clarify whether they defied a court order halting deportations. Border czar Tom Homan dismissed the ruling, insisting deportation flights didn’t need to turn around. Meanwhile, a Brown University medical professor was deported to Lebanon over alleged ties to Hezbollah, and a German green card holder was detained at an ICE facility without explanation. Trump also declared that Biden’s pardons—including those for January 6th defendants, Dr. Fauci, and General Mark Milley—are invalid because they were signed using autopen, despite it being a long-standing practice. Today, Trump will speak with Putin about Ukraine’s ceasefire, claiming that key aspects of a peace deal—including land divisions and power plants—are already settled. Meanwhile, over 100,000 people in Serbia protested against their pro-Russia president, prompting resignations within the government. Back in the U.S., Texas filed its first criminal abortion charges against a Houston-area woman and midwife under its 2022 ban, with penalties including heavy fines and potential prison time. In contrast, Harvard announced a major financial aid expansion, making tuition, housing, and other costs free for families earning under $200K per year.

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Today’s Headlines: Donald Trump gave a speech at the Department of Justice, railing against the media, vowing "accountability" for his enemies, and bragging about firing James Comey and pardoning January 6 defendants. Attorney General Pam Bondi warns that anyone messing with Tesla better "watch out" because the DOJ is coming for them. Trump also invoked the rarely used Alien Enemies Act to deport five Venezuelan nationals he claimed were gang members, but a federal judge temporarily blocked their removal after the administration had already deported 250 other supposed gang members before the ruling took effect. Meanwhile, a judge put a hold on part of Trump’s executive order targeting law firm Perkins Coie for its role in 2016 opposition research and Citibank revealed it was asked to freeze funds for nonprofits like Habitat for Humanity due to alleged criminal concerns tied to EPA grants. On the foreign policy beat, Trump ordered airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen while increasing pressure on Iran over its nuclear program. And finally, Trump is set to chat with Vladimir Putin this week as Ukraine ceasefire talks continue.

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Today’s Headlines: Trump is asking the Supreme Court to let him move forward with ending birthright citizenship, despite lower courts already ruling it unconstitutional. His administration is also facing legal battles over mass federal layoffs, with a judge ordering thousands of fired workers to be reinstated. Meanwhile, the economy takes a hit as the stock market drops 10% from its peak, fueled by Trump’s latest tariff threats on European alcohol. On the international stage, Putin claims he’s open to a Ukraine ceasefire but insists on discussing it with Trump, while the White House quietly explores military options to "reclaim" the Panama Canal. Back in the U.S., Arizona Congressman Raúl Grijalva’s passing shifts the balance of power in the House to Republicans. Protests erupt at Columbia University and Trump Tower over Palestinian activism, and in a rare moment of cooperation, Democrats ensure the government stays open—at least for now.

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Today’s Headlines: The trade war intensified as the EU and Canada announced steep retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, ranging from steel and aluminum to whiskey and motorboats. Despite this uncertainty, February’s inflation report showed a slight decline to 2.8%, beating expectations. Meanwhile, Tesla’s CEO has reportedly told Trump’s advisers he plans to invest $100 million into super PACs aligned with the former president, though details remain unclear. In Washington, a government shutdown is set for tomorrow unless Senate Democrats secure enough votes to pass a funding bill. The EPA announced a sweeping rollback of 31 environmental regulations, cutting protections on emissions, coal plants, and wetlands. And in Greenland, the opposition party won a major election, signaling a move toward independence from Denmark—while the one party that backed Trump barely registered in the vote count.

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Today’s Headlines: Stock market turmoil continues as Trump’s tariff moves rattle investors, with the Dow dropping over 450 points. Meanwhile, Tesla struggles, prompting Trump to host a bizarre White House sales pitch for the brand. The House passed a spending bill to avoid a government shutdown, but its fate in the Senate is uncertain. The Education Department begins mass layoffs as part of a broader plan to dismantle the agency, while the Agriculture Department axes local food programs for schools. In foreign affairs, Ukraine and Russia have agreed to a temporary ceasefire, leading the U.S. to resume intelligence sharing. The Philippines arrested former President Rodrigo Duterte, extraditing him to The Hague on charges of crimes against humanity. And in Washington, the Justice Department’s pardon attorney was fired after refusing to restore Mel Gibson’s gun rights following his domestic violence conviction.

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Today’s Headlines: The stock market had a rough day, with the S&P 500 dropping 2.7% and the Dow plunging nearly 900 points—the worst day of the year—thanks to Trump’s shifting tariff policies. Tesla stock also took a 15% dive, hitting its lowest price since October. Meanwhile, DHS detained Columbia student Mahmoud Khalil over alleged Hamas ties, but a judge has temporarily blocked his deportation. The Supreme Court is set to review Colorado’s conversion therapy ban, a case that could affect similar laws across the country. And in health news, a measles case was reported in Maryland, while the NIH is cutting funding for vaccine hesitancy research.

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Today’s Headlines: Trump is still pushing for a rare minerals deal with Ukraine but won’t restart military aid unless Zelensky makes political concessions—including giving up land to Russia. Meanwhile, Russian attacks on Ukraine are escalating, and Trump is considering ending protections for over 280,000 Ukrainian refugees in the U.S. In Syria, the new Islamist-led government launched deadly revenge attacks on Assad loyalists, while Russia claims it’s working on de-escalation. In other news, China slapped Canada with major tariffs in a growing trade war, the U.S. jobs report showed weaker-than-expected growth, and the DOJ is investigating egg price gouging. Elon Musk is pushing for federal job cuts, SpaceX’s rocket explosion disrupted flights, and Trump pulled $400M in grants from Columbia over antisemitism concerns. Meanwhile, most of the 80,000 employees at Health and Human Services were offered buyouts as part of government downsizing. And finally, with no budget deal in sight, a government shutdown could be days away.

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Today’s Headlines: Trump has once again tweaked his tariff policy, exempting some Canadian and Mexican goods until April 2nd. Meanwhile, U.S. allies—including the UK, Australia, and Saudi Arabia—are considering limiting intelligence sharing over security concerns, while the UK is already banned from passing U.S. intel to Ukraine. With Ukraine’s weapon supplies dwindling, EU leaders are stepping up military spending. In domestic news, Trump is reportedly planning to dismantle the Department of Education via executive order, though its fate may be up to Congress. The House voted to censure Rep. Al Green after his outburst during Trump’s speech. And in Arizona, a court permanently blocked the state’s 15-week abortion ban, citing the voter-approved constitutional protections.

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Today’s Headlines: The Trump administration has paused intelligence sharing with Ukraine but may resume if Trump is satisfied with Ukraine’s diplomatic efforts. Meanwhile, the U.S. has been secretly negotiating with Hamas for the release of American hostages in Gaza, excluding Israel from the talks. The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that the Trump administration must pay nearly $2 billion in foreign aid for completed work. Trump also temporarily paused new auto tariffs on Canada and Mexico for a month, following pressure from major U.S. automakers. The administration plans to cut over 70,000 VA jobs, rolling back staffing expansions for veteran healthcare. At the same time, it is reopening a massive detention center in Texas to hold migrant families, including children. Finally, the DOJ moved to dismiss a Biden-era lawsuit against Idaho’s abortion ban, which challenged its compliance with federal emergency care laws.

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Today’s Headlines: Trump’s first joint address to Congress touched on immigration, DOGE, Mars, and a new Office of Shipbuilding. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s Zelensky called Friday’s Oval Office meeting “regrettable” and pushed for future cooperation. Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China took effect, sending markets tumbling nearly 700 points. Canada and Mexico announced retaliatory tariffs, while Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick hinted at potential tariff relief soon. The administration is walking back mass federal firings after a judge ruled them likely illegal, giving agencies until September to finalize terminations. Republicans in Congress were advised to avoid in-person town halls after viral confrontations. The Supreme Court weakened the Clean Water Act, making it easier for companies to discharge raw sewage into waterways. Meanwhile, a BlackRock-led group bought majority stakes in key Panama Canal ports, taking control from a Hong Kong-based firm.

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