Category: Politics
Newark Secures $1 Million for Youth STEM Program as Rep. LaMonica McIver Delivers Federal Funding
This week, U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver announced $1 million in government support for a new afterschool STEM initiative in Newark. Through United Community Corporation, the funds will expand science, technology, engineering, and math education for youth. Rep. McIver, of New Jersey’s 10th Congressional District, presented the grant at the nonprofit’s Newark office. The funds will…
New National Poll Shows Deep Divide Over Donald Trump’s Place in Presidential History
A new national study issued around Presidents Day shows that Americans are divided on President Donald Trump’s legacy. The current data suggests that a large portion of the public rates him among the weakest presidents, while a smaller proportion ranks him among the finest. The results show a country with strong and contrasting views of…
New Jersey Students Face Discipline After Walking Out Over ICE Protests
A group of New Jersey high school students may be disciplined for protesting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement regulations this month. Family, educator, and municipal official debates have erupted over student rights, school rules, and political expression in school. Highland Park in Middlesex County and North Plainfield in Somerset County warned students about sanctions for…
Florida Lawmakers Advance Proposal to Rename Palm Beach Airport After Donald Trump
A new political push in Florida could rename one of its busiest airports after President Donald Trump. Florida House Republicans have adopted a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport “Donald J. Trump International Airport,” moving it closer to legislation. The Florida House’s Republican majority voted 81-30 to pass the proposal. The bill advances, and…
Dozen Democratic Lawmakers to Boycott Trump’s Address, Join ‘People’s State of the Union’ Rally
Twelve Democratic lawmakers plan to attend a National Mall protest instead of Trump’s State of the Union address. The move indicates political tensions before one of Washington’s biggest yearly events. President Trump will address Congress at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 24. Traditionally, the speech states the administration’s goals and updates national issues. Several…
New Polling Signals Tough Road Ahead for Democrats in Key Governor Contests
Democrats are facing big challenges as this year’s gubernatorial races approach after new election research. CNN’s chief data analyst Harry Enten says the latest polling trends imply Democrats may be facing a substantial state-level battle, even as national political talks center on party momentum. Enten called the numbers a “major wake-up call” for Democrats. Polling…
After Court Order, Federal Funds Flow Back to Gateway Project as New Jersey Governor Says Delay Raised Costs
After a court decision, the Trump administration unfroze $205 million for the Gateway rail tunnel project. The payment restarts construction, but New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill says the interim hold has cost millions and interrupted hundreds of workers. The Gateway Development Commission stated Wednesday that federal transportation agencies have refunded the full $205 million withheld…
First-Time Protester in Camden County Speaks Out After Video of Children Fleeing ICE Draws Widespread Attention
A Camden County homeowner who had never attended a demonstration became the subject of a viral moment that is sweeping New Jersey. On February 13, Haddonfield resident Joseph Zobel joined a protest after Lindenwold elementary school pupils fled their bus stop after witnessing ICE officers. After a TikTok video of Zobel crying at the protest…
Jesse Jackson, Pioneering Civil Rights Advocate, Passes Away at 84
The Civil Rights Movement’s Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson, 84, is mourned nationwide. Jackson, a social justice and racial equality activist, spent decades battling for neglected communities in the US and abroad. His daughter, Santita Jackson, said he died peacefully at home with relatives. Born October 8, 1941, in Greenville, South Carolina, Jesse Jackson was raised…
GOP Lawmaker Backs Constitutional Change to Rein in Presidential Pardon Authority
Republican congressman joins Democratic effort to limit president’s pardon power, a rare move that attracted national attention. The measure shows growing bipartisan unease in Washington regarding executive clemency and Congress’ oversight. Nebraska Republican Don Bacon is Maryland Democrat Johnny Olszewski’s first GOP co-sponsor of his constitutional amendment Pardon Integrity Act. The plan would limit federal…