Canada and EU Reject Trump’s Steel and Aluminum Tariffs, Pledge Retaliation
Canada, the EU, and South Korea condemn Trump’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, warning of a potential trade war.
Opinion: What Haitian Politicians Can Learn from Abinader and Trump on National Interest
President Luis Abinader’s policies in the Dominican Republic prioritize national security, particularly through border control and immigration management, especially against Haiti. His administration’s construction of a border wall and restrictions on Haitian migrants highlight a firm stance on national sovereignty. While controversial, these policies resonate with segments of the Dominican population concerned about security and […]
Petro Blocks U.S. Deportation Flights; Trump Responds with Sanctions
Colombian President Gustavo Petro has rejected U.S. deportation flights carrying Colombian migrants, marking a sharp rebuke of President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. Petro’s decision has intensified tensions between the two countries, leading to immediate retaliatory measures from the Trump administration. Petro, in a statement posted on X, denounced the treatment of migrants as inhumane. “A […]
Marco Rubio Freezes Foreign Aid Spending for 90 Days, Shocking State Department
In a surprising move on Friday, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio instructed the State Department to suspend nearly all foreign aid grants for 90 days. The directive requires immediate “stop-work orders” on existing foreign assistance awards, sparking concern among officials at the department. The guidance halts previously approved aid funding, prompting concerns about its […]
Trump Ends Humanitarian Parole Program, Leaving Haitian Migrants in Uncertain Territory
The Trump administration has terminated the humanitarian parole program, which allowed thousands of migrants from Haiti, Cuba, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to temporarily stay in the United States. The decision has created uncertainty for Haitian migrants who relied on the program to escape political and economic turmoil.
President Trump Signs Executive Orders, Issues Pardons on Inauguration Day
On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders addressing immigration, climate policy, federal workforce regulations, and pardons for January 6 defendants, setting an ambitious and controversial tone for his second term.
Donald Trump’s Inauguration Underway at the Capitol Rotunda
Donald Trump is currently being sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, with the ceremony taking place indoors at the Capitol Rotunda due to freezing temperatures.
Haitian Immigrants in Ohio Face Uncertainty Amid Deportation Fears
Haitian workers in Ohio contribute significantly to industries like logistics but fear mass deportation as Donald Trump’s presidency revives stricter immigration policies.
Why President Xi Jinping Declined Trump’s Inauguration Invitation
Chinese President Xi Jinping declined President-elect Donald Trump’s invitation to attend his inauguration. Experts say the decision reflects diplomatic norms and ongoing tensions between the two nations.
Donald Trump: Time’s 2024 Person of the Year for Historic Comeback
Time magazine has named Donald Trump its 2024 Person of the Year, recognizing his unprecedented political comeback and influence on global affairs. The announcement marks Trump’s second time receiving the title, following his selection in 2016.