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A big, beautiful ballroom? Trump puts his imprint on the White House.From a gilded Oval Office to a paved-over Rose Garden, President Donald Trump has been busy with various renovation projects. But his plan for a massive new White House ballroom is raising eyebrows.
The ExplainerAs Corporation for Public Broadcasting shuts down, what will that mean on airwaves?The Corporation for Public Broadcasting鈥檚 imminent shutdown, as Republicans in Congress cut funding, resets key aspects of the U.S. media landscape.- The ExplainerAs Corporation for Public Broadcasting shuts down, what will that mean on airwaves?The Corporation for Public Broadcasting鈥檚 imminent shutdown, as Republicans in Congress cut funding, resets key aspects of the U.S. media landscape.
Top gerrymandering foe faces internal crisis as Trump pushes to redraw the mapsCommon Cause has long argued against partisan redistricting. Now the group faces internal pressure to relax its stance in California, amid concerns聽that democracy confronts bigger challenges.
National Guard takes new role aiding immigration operations in GOP statesThe Trump administration is expanding National Guard support at immigration detention sites. Florida activated troops on Tuesday.- National Guard takes new role aiding immigration operations in GOP statesThe Trump administration is expanding National Guard support at immigration detention sites. Florida activated troops on Tuesday.
The pandemic divided the US. Could a full accounting help the nation heal?Why a diverse range of voices says a pandemic reckoning is needed 鈥� and how to get there.
Trump鈥檚 tariff map takes shape, reordering global tradeAfter an era pushing the world toward open trade, the U.S. under President Trump has just pivoted toward higher tariffs and bilateral brinkmanship.
Trump claims economic wins, as tariff policy defies naysayers 鈥� for nowThe president has recently touted a trade deal with the EU, strong second-quarter growth, and a new stream of tariff revenue coming into the U.S. Treasury. But the overall economic outlook is uncertain.
Trump lands his former attorneys in top positions as he leans on the judiciaryThe judicial branch has consistently put checks on President Donald Trump鈥檚 second-term agenda. He now appears interested in molding the judiciary in the same way he鈥檚 already reshaped the Department of Justice, emphasizing personal loyalty.
Braille libraries offer community. What happens when funding cuts close them?Braille and talking book libraries are a lifeline for people who are blind. But budget cuts mean these services face an uncertain future. How are staff working to help patrons stay connected to reading, education, and daily life?
A veteran Monitor correspondent鈥檚 farewell letter: 鈥業t was love at first write鈥�In a letter to readers, correspondent Francine Kiefer offers a fresh take on how reporters do their jobs and what really matters in the end.
What 20 years of investigations tell us about the Epstein filesThe Trump administration faces pressure to release additional files from investigations of sex-offender Jeffrey Epstein. Here鈥檚 what鈥檚 known from two decades of lawsuits and what could come from efforts to reveal more.
Immigration police say they mask to stop retribution. They may be risking trust.The Trump administration argues that with increased political violence, masks keep law enforcement officers safe. Others say they erode public trust.
Other nations had a pandemic reckoning. Why hasn鈥檛 the US?The pandemic exacerbated growing distrust between elites and citizens. That has made it hard to take stock of why the United States fared worse than many other countries. Those calling for a pandemic reckoning say it could help rebuild trust.
Monitor BreakfastInside Democrats鈥� plans for retaking the HouseSince 2006, the party controlling the White House has always lost House seats in the midterms. DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene told a Monitor Breakfast how the 鈥渂ig, ugly bill鈥� will work to Democrats鈥� advantage.
Embracing loose AI policies, Trump seeks edge in US race against ChinaUnder President Trump鈥檚 new AI plan, America鈥檚 strategy has moved from cautious to bold, though critics are concerned that key safeguards are missing.- Embracing loose AI policies, Trump seeks edge in US race against ChinaUnder President Trump鈥檚 new AI plan, America鈥檚 strategy has moved from cautious to bold, though critics are concerned that key safeguards are missing.
Trump has opened up 鈥榓 nuclear arms race鈥� on gerrymanderingAt President Trump鈥檚 request, Republicans in Texas and possibly other states are eyeing redistricting plans that could add seats to their U.S. House majority. Democrats are warning they might retaliate, in an escalating battle for House control.
鈥楽tanding with the vulnerable鈥�: Why communities are rallying around immigrant neighborsVolunteer-led efforts to support immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, are similar to those happening around the United States. For many of the people stepping up, it鈥檚 a way to help fellow community members have some control over their lives.
