On March 28, 2026, millions of Americans will take part in the third major No Kings Day Protest against the presidency of Donald Trump, and voter participation in the upcoming elections is key to making a difference.
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DC sues to halt White House’s unprecedented police takeover amid federal troop surge
Washington, D.C., sued Aug. 15 to block President Trump’s takeover of its police department, calling it illegal and dangerous. The move installs DEA chief Terry Cole as emergency head, displacing Police Chief Pamela Smith, and comes amid a surge of federal agents and National Guard troops in the city.
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Critics decry 47th president’s Army parade as ‘Dictator Theater’ amid national unrest
The White House is staging a lavish military parade on June 14 to mark the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary and 47th president’s birthday, drawing fierce criticism from political leaders who liken the event to authoritarian displays of power. As thousands of troops prepare to march through Washington, D.C., more than 1,600 protests are planned nationwide in response.
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No. 47’s administration welcomes 59 White South Africans as refugees
The 47th president’s administration admitted 59 White South Africans as refugees, citing claims of persecution and violence, though South Africa’s government and experts strongly dispute these claims as unfounded and politically motivated. Critics question why this group was prioritized over others fleeing war and oppression, especially given the administration’s broader suspension of refugee resettlement efforts.