The Trump administration is facing a trio of setbacks in its efforts to reshape the country, particularly when it comes to voting access and food stamps for millions of Americans. A federal judge in Massachusetts ruled that the government must continue to fund the program that helps low-income households stave off food insecurity, known as the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).
This decision came after a group of US cities, non-profit organizations, and a trade union sued the administration over its attempt to suspend all food aid for millions of Americans. The judge blocked the Trump administration's plan, citing that it was unconstitutional.
In another case, a federal judge in Washington DC ruled that President Trump's proof-of-citizenship directive to overhaul US elections is also unconstitutional. The ruling was made by Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly, who stated that the president lacks the authority to direct changes to election regulation, as it is assigned to the states and Congress.
This decision comes after years of disputes over voting access and allegations of voter suppression. The Trump administration's efforts to overhaul elections have been met with resistance from Democrats and civil rights groups, who argue that such changes could lead to widespread disenfranchisement of minority voters.
Meanwhile, the US Department of Justice has asked election officials in Georgia to turn over records related to the 2020 presidential election, a request that some see as an attempt to revive Trump's claims of voter fraud. Despite investigators clearing Fulton county of malfeasance in 2020, a Republican majority on the board voted to reopen the investigation.
In other news, President Trump has called on the Senate to scrap the filibuster, allowing the Republican majority to bypass Democrats and reopen the federal government. However, the Senate majority leader has repeatedly rejected such proposals, citing concerns over Senate traditions.
A new poll reveals that more than half of Americans disapprove of Trump's recent move to demolish the White House's East Wing and build a new ballroom, with 56% expressing disagreement and 28% in favor of it. Additionally, a book reveals that Stephen Miller, the White House deputy chief of staff, was the driving force behind a purge of FBI agents who had investigated Trump.
As the Trump administration faces these setbacks, its impact on various aspects of American life will likely be felt for some time to come.
This decision came after a group of US cities, non-profit organizations, and a trade union sued the administration over its attempt to suspend all food aid for millions of Americans. The judge blocked the Trump administration's plan, citing that it was unconstitutional.
In another case, a federal judge in Washington DC ruled that President Trump's proof-of-citizenship directive to overhaul US elections is also unconstitutional. The ruling was made by Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly, who stated that the president lacks the authority to direct changes to election regulation, as it is assigned to the states and Congress.
This decision comes after years of disputes over voting access and allegations of voter suppression. The Trump administration's efforts to overhaul elections have been met with resistance from Democrats and civil rights groups, who argue that such changes could lead to widespread disenfranchisement of minority voters.
Meanwhile, the US Department of Justice has asked election officials in Georgia to turn over records related to the 2020 presidential election, a request that some see as an attempt to revive Trump's claims of voter fraud. Despite investigators clearing Fulton county of malfeasance in 2020, a Republican majority on the board voted to reopen the investigation.
In other news, President Trump has called on the Senate to scrap the filibuster, allowing the Republican majority to bypass Democrats and reopen the federal government. However, the Senate majority leader has repeatedly rejected such proposals, citing concerns over Senate traditions.
A new poll reveals that more than half of Americans disapprove of Trump's recent move to demolish the White House's East Wing and build a new ballroom, with 56% expressing disagreement and 28% in favor of it. Additionally, a book reveals that Stephen Miller, the White House deputy chief of staff, was the driving force behind a purge of FBI agents who had investigated Trump.
As the Trump administration faces these setbacks, its impact on various aspects of American life will likely be felt for some time to come.
. First off, suspending food aid for low-income households? That's just cruel. I mean, who doesn't love a good ol' fashioned free meal every now and then? The fact that a federal judge had to step in and block the Trump administration's plan is just a slap in the face to those people. And on top of that, they're trying to overhaul elections with this proof-of-citizenship directive? It's like they think some people are just gonna magically show up at the polls one day without knowing who they are 
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. I mean, can you imagine if they tried to do that with, say, a historical landmark or something? The outrage would be immediate.
. And it's not working out so well for them, apparently 
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The thread's been all over the place with this news 
. It seems like Trump's trying to make a lot of changes at once, but most of them are being blocked or shot down 
️. First, it was food stamps, and now voting access is being called out too 
. But you know what? The people aren't having it 
. And now with all these investigations and lawsuits going on, it's like Trump's trying to make himself look bad 
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. Maybe the Senate should just stick to its traditions and not let the Republicans try to bypass everything 
. I'm also not surprised he's trying to revive those voter fraud claims - it's just sad 
. But honestly, the fact that a poll says more than half of Americans are against his East Wing plan is just wild 
just when I thought it was going to be a decent day... so first off, this is crazy that they're messing with food stamps again 
like how are people supposed to afford food? and now it's being blocked by a judge 
which is kinda good news i guess?
like everyone knows you're American unless they tell you otherwise? and now we gotta deal with the election officials in Georgia trying to reopen an investigation that's already been cleared 
like what's next? building a new wall? 
and me too, tbh...
I mean, what's wrong with a little democracy? I remember back in my day, we had real issues like poverty and inequality, but at least we didn't have to deal with some crazy person in the White House messing everything up. 
about those federal judges blocking the Trump admin's plans! It's about time someone puts a stop to all that voter suppression nonsense 
. Like, priorities, right? 
And that Stephen Miller book? Lowkey shocked 
. All these developments are keeping me on the edge of my seat 
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. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that these setbacks will lead to some real change for the better 
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it's like they're playing some kind of game where everyone else is just along for the ride 
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And can you believe they thought they could just dictate changes to election regulation without anyone pushing back? Get real, @realDonaldTrump! 
, right @Democrats? 
#TrumpAdministrationInCrisis #VotingRightsMatter #FoodAidForAll
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. He's always talking about 'winning' and being a 'champion', but what he really needs is to listen to the concerns of everyday Americans 
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It's not rocket science.
I mean who needs a bunch of old rooms when you can have a sick new ballroom? It's about time the White House got an upgrade, and Trump is just trying to bring some modern vibes to the whole "presidential" thing. All these polls saying people don't like it are just haters 
they're just mad cuz they ain't got nothin' better to do than sit around twiddlin their thumbs all day. And let's be real, Stephen Miller is a genius for taking down those FBI agents, he was getting too close to the truth 
the Georgia voter fraud thing is super sketchy though, can't let them dig up dirt on their own dirty laundry...
, even though it seems like the Trump admin is getting hit from all sides 
Plus, people are still speaking out against voter suppression and fighting for their rights. It's like, we're all in this together, you know? 
. The fact that more than half of Americans disagree with his East Wing demolition plan is pretty telling too... maybe it's time to listen to the people instead of just tweeting what they want 
I mean, come on, how can you deny people food because they're poor? It's like saying "you know what? You can starve, but don't expect any help from us". That just sounds super shady to me. And another thing, proof-of-citizenship is such a scam 
I mean, who needs that? It's not like someone's gonna sneak into the country and be all like "oh yeah, I'm a citizen now". Get with the times, America! And by the way, demolishing the East Wing to build a new ballroom is just ridiculous 
. It seems like every move they make is being challenged in court, and the consequences are starting to bite