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Supreme Court to Decide Constitutionality of Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order in Landmark Case
Dec 06, 2025 03:27 am CST
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to review President Donald Trump's controversial executive order on birthright citizenship that would deny automatic citizenship to children born in the U.S. to parents without legal status. The case, scheduled for spring arguments with a decision expected by early summer, challenges a 125-year interpretation of the 14th Amendment and represents the first Trump immigration policy to reach the Court for a definitive ruling.
US Government Shutdown Breaks Historic Record: Economic Impact and Political Deadlock Explained
Nov 06, 2025 12:24 am CST
The United States is experiencing its longest government shutdown in history at 36 days, surpassing the previous 35-day record. The impasse stems from Democratic demands to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits versus Republican resistance. With $7 billion in economic losses already incurred, 42 million Americans losing food assistance, and 1.4 million federal workers affected, the shutdown showcases the deep political divide with no resolution in sight despite 14 failed Senate votes.
US Government Shutdown: 42 Million Americans Face Reduced Food Aid as SNAP Payments Cut by 50%
Nov 04, 2025 02:41 am CST
The ongoing US government shutdown has forced the White House to reduce Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments by 50% for 42 million low-income Americans. Despite federal court rulings requiring the use of emergency funds, the Agriculture Department will not compensate for the shortfall, leaving one in eight Americans uncertain about affording groceries while political disputes over healthcare subsidies continue.