2025-05-08s!

A House subcommittee hearing on protecting women’s sports devolved into shouting matches and accusations, spotlighting the contentious issue of transgender athletes. The House Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency (DOGE) hearing titled “Unfair Play: Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports” turned chaotic as representatives clashed over the inclusion of transgender athletes in women’s sports. The session, led by Chairwoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, saw heated exchanges, notably between Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.

The Trump administration has escalated its conflict with Harvard University, announcing a halt to future grant funding unless the institution complies with its demands, amid allegations of antisemitism. In a bold move that has sparked diverse reactions, the Trump administration declared it would cease all future grant funding to Harvard University unless the school adheres to its demands. This decision is the latest development in the ongoing tension between the White House and elite educational institutions, specifically targeting Harvard over issues related to antisemitism and campus policies.

A federal judge has blocked President Donald Trump’s attempts to close three key federal agencies, ruling in favor of nearly two dozen states. In a significant ruling, U.S. District Judge John McConnell, an appointee of former President Barack Obama, has intervened to stop President Donald Trump from dismantling the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), and the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS). The decision came after a lawsuit filed by nearly two dozen Democratic-led states argued that the closures violated the separation of powers.

The U.S. House of Representatives voted to make the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America permanent, a move initiated by former President Donald Trump. In a closely divided vote of 211-206, the House of Representatives approved legislation to permanently change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, a change initially proposed by former President Donald Trump. The bill, championed by Rep.

Witnesses Stephanie Turner and Payton McNabb faced shocking moments and political diversions during a heated DOGE subcommittee hearing on trans athletes in women’s sports. At a recent Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) subcommittee hearing titled ‘Unfair Play: Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports,’ female athletes Stephanie Turner and Payton McNabb testified about their experiences with trans athletes in women’s sports. The hearing, held on May 7, 2025, in Washington, D.C., quickly descended into chaos with multiple confrontations and controversial statements.

Marco Rubio has transitioned from a presidential rival to a key player in Donald Trump’s administration, now juggling four significant roles. In an unexpected political development, Marco Rubio has solidified his position as a central figure in President Donald Trump’s administration, taking on an unprecedented four roles. Initially doubted for his America First credentials due to his hawkish foreign policy stance, Rubio has surprised many by becoming Trump’s go-to person. Rubio’s journey began with a unanimous Senate confirmation as Secretary of State, followed by taking charge of USAID, leading the National Archives in an acting capacity, and most recently, stepping into the role of acting national security advisor after Mike Waltz’s departure.

The Trump administration has escalated its pressure on Iran by imposing new sanctions on its oil sector, targeting key players in the oil trade as nuclear talks continue. In a move aimed at increasing pressure on Iran, the Trump administration has introduced a fresh set of sanctions targeting the country’s oil exports. The Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control has specifically named the Hebei Xinhai Chemical Group Co., Ltd., a ’teapot’ refinery, along with three port terminal operators in Shandong province, China, for their involvement in handling significant volumes of Iranian oil.

FBI Director Kash Patel has expressed grave concerns over a proposed $545 million budget cut, warning that it could severely hamper the bureau’s ability to fulfill its missions. During a recent testimony before the House Appropriations Committee, FBI Director Kash Patel highlighted the potential ramifications of the White House’s budget proposal, which aims to reduce government spending by $163 billion. Patel argued that implementing the cuts would force the FBI to revert to operational levels last seen in 2011, significantly undermining its capacity to address current security challenges.

President Donald Trump announced a comprehensive plan to overhaul the U.S. air traffic control system, criticizing the previous administration’s lack of progress. President Donald Trump has introduced a bold initiative aimed at modernizing the United States’ air traffic control system, emphasizing the need for a ‘state-of-the-art’ infrastructure to enhance safety and efficiency in air travel. The proposal, detailed by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, seeks to replace the current, outdated Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) system, which Trump described as ‘ancient infrastructure buckling under the weight of more than a billion flying passengers a year.