President Trump Fires CFPB Head Rohit Chopra

President Trump fires CFPB head Rohit Chopra, a Democrat nominee, in a move to remove Biden administration remnants. Chopra's term was set to run until 2026 but was terminated prematurely by Trump. CFPB, formed after the 2008 financial crisis, regulates consumer finances. Chopra's firing sparks debate about consumer protection and government power.

Hong Kong National Security Law

Hong Kong lawmakers pass new national security law granting government more power to quash dissent, sparking concerns about eroding civil liberties promised under Chinese rule since 1997. The law threatens severe penalties for actions deemed threats to national security, including treason and insurrection punishable by life imprisonment.