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Trump’s claims of vast presidential powers run up against Article 2 of the Constitution and exceed previous presidents’ power grabs

Those who wrote and wrangled over America’s Constitution might be troubled by the second presidency of Donald J. Trump.

The Conversation · Feb 25, 2025

How early voting on campuses can boost election turnout – not only for students but for residents, too

Republican-led legislatures in several U.S. states, from Indiana to Oklahoma, are considering imposing restrictions on early voting, from shortening the number of days to tightening ID requirements for voters.

The Conversation · Feb 25, 2025

Everything We Know About Eric Prince, Mastermind Behind The $25B Plan to Deport 12 Million Immigrants By 2026

The plan features several "processing camps" on military bases, a private fleet of planes and private citizens empowered to make arrests

Latin Times · Feb 25, 2025

Conservatives Gather To Challenge Trump's Hold On GOP

Conservatives gather at Principles First Summit to address challenges to US democracy and conservative movement.

Top News · Feb 25, 2025

Federal Judge Refuses Immediate Order To Restore AP Access

Federal judge's temporary decision on AP's White House access ban sparks debate on press freedom.

Top News · Feb 25, 2025

‘He believes he is the law’: anti-Maga conservatives view Trump as threat to constitution

Speakers at Principles First summit warned of peril Trump and allies posed, urging people ‘to be in the streets’

The Guardian - US · Feb 25, 2025

Federal bill couples ending taxes on tips with banning sub-minimum wage

Democrats in Nevada push bill that would provide further relief for tipped workers who can be paid as little as $2.13

The Guardian - US · Feb 25, 2025

Hegseth's church predicted "DEI" firings

Defense secretary's contempt for Black military leaders has roots in his religion's defense of white supremacy

Salon · Feb 25, 2025

“We’re in competition”: An East Texas school district faces hard choices as education options grow

The Lufkin school district says it must do a better job of promoting itself amid growing competition from charter schools and homeschooling.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 25, 2025

Johnson prays for a GOP budget miracle

House Speaker Mike Johnson asked supporters to pray for a budget proposal that would slash social welfare spending

Salon · Feb 25, 2025