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Student Loan Defaults Are Back—Here’s What to Do Now

Starting May 5, 2025, the Trump administration will resume aggressive collections on defaulted federal student loans, ending a five-year pandemic-era pause. This shift could impact up to 10 million borrowers, with consequences including wage garnishment, intercepted tax refunds, and withheld Social Security benefits.​ What’s Changing? The Department of Education, in coordination with the Treasury Department,…

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Court Holds Trump in Contempt Over Deportation of Kilmar García

In recent weeks, the Trump administration’s aggressive use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport migrants has erupted into a constitutional showdown over the separation of powers. The case of Salvadoran resident Kilmar Ábrego García stands out as a key flashpoint. By pressing ahead with removals despite federal court injunctions, the executive branch risks…

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Stock Market Jumps After Trump Announces 90-Day Pause on Tariffs — But What Does It Mean for You?

The stock market made a big comeback on Wednesday after former President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on some tariffs — taxes placed on goods from other countries. The announcement led to the biggest one-day market jump in years. But while investors are celebrating, many people are wondering: what does this mean for regular…

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Top News: Stock Market Plummets, Nightclub Collapse, Supreme Court Ruling, IRS Scandal, P. Diddy Updates

From Wall Street to Washington and beyond, today's top news highlight a day of turbulence, tragedy, and legal reckoning. The U.S. stock market took a sharp dive amid escalating trade tensions, while a devastating nightclub collapse in the Dominican Republic left dozens dead, including a former MLB player and a local governor. Back home, the…

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How Trump’s 2025 Tariffs Are Disrupting Caribbean and African Economies

In April 2025, President Donald Trump announced a series of tariffs aimed at addressing trade imbalances and encouraging domestic manufacturing. These measures include a baseline 10% tariff on all imports to the United States, with higher rates imposed on approximately 60 countries and territories. The implementation of these tariffs has raised significant concerns for economies…

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Why the Stock Market Is Dropping and What It Means for Everyday Americans

The U.S. stock market has taken a serious tumble — and while that might sound like something that only affects big-time investors, it actually matters to all of us. Whether you’re a student, a parent, or just getting your first paycheck, these changes can influence everything from your savings to your grocery bill. Let’s break…

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How Trump’s Policies Could Reshape the Black Middle Class

The Black middle class has historically been a symbol of economic progress, largely built through higher education, government and corporate jobs, entrepreneurship, and homeownership. However, with Trump’s policies targeting federal job cuts, the rollback of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives, and changes in economic policy, many are wondering whether these shifts will undermine or…

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Trump vs. Zelensky: A Tense White House Showdown and What Comes Next

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which began in 2014, has recently escalated, with heightened tensions involving U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. A recent White House meeting between the two leaders ended abruptly in a heated exchange, highlighting the complexities of international diplomacy amid the prolonged war. As the conflict…

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Trump Orders Colleges and K-12 Schools to Abolish DEI or Face Funding Cuts

The Trump administration has issued a sweeping directive requiring colleges and K-12 schools to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs or risk losing federal funding. The move, announced through a Department of Education “Dear Colleague” letter, has sparked immediate debate over its impact on educational institutions and the future of race-related initiatives in schools…

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5 Big News Stories Today: Marvel’s ‘Captain America’ Wins Box Office, Trump’s DEI Ban, and Kentucky’s Deadly Flooding

As of February 17, 2025, several significant events are shaping national and international discussions. Marvel’s Captain America: Brave New World tops the box office, while Elon Musk’s DOGE sparks IRS data concerns. The Trump administration orders schools to cut DEI programs, Beijing reacts to a U.S. policy shift on Taiwan, and Kentucky battles deadly flooding…

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Is Trump’s Call to Shut Down USAID Linked to His Gaza Plan?

President Donald Trump’s recent push to shut down USAID (United States Agency for International Development) has sparked controversy, especially as it coincides with his new strategy for Gaza. The timing of this move raises a critical question: Are these two policies connected? Let’s examine the possible motivations and implications behind Trump’s decision. Trump’s Case Against…

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