Department of Education Restructuring

Secretary of Education Linda McMahon suggests cutting the Department of Education's staff as the first step towards closing down the department entirely. The goal is to streamline funding to states with fewer bureaucratic obstacles.

Immigration Enforcement and Sanctuary Laws

The Department of Justice's lawsuit against Chicago's sanctuary laws is a visible effort to force local police to help with immigration enforcement. However, more serious pressure is coming from states.

Implementation of DOGE-centric Legislation for Government Efficiency in Various U.S. States

Various states are implementing DOGE-centric legislation and bureaucracies to improve government efficiency and eliminate wasteful spending, following the example set by Elon Musk and lawmakers like Sen. Joni Ernst and Rep. Aaron Bean. The trend has spread to states like New Jersey, Kentucky, Texas, Missouri, New Hampshire, and North Carolina.

Dismantling of the Department of Education

President Trump is preparing to sign an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, aiming to place education in the hands of states. Rep. Thomas Massie authored a bill to terminate the power of unelected bureaucrats in Washington over children's education.

Abortion Rights Battle in States

After the Supreme Court overturned a federal right to abortion, the issue has been given to the states. In 2025, states could start battling each other in court over abortion rights.

Abortion Pills Sent to States with Bans

More than half of all abortions in the U.S. are done by taking medication. Some providers are sending abortion pills to states where abortion is illegal, leading to potential legal challenges. This article follows a medical practice in Massachusetts that sends abortion pills to states with bans.

Supporting Parents with Addiction and Keeping Kids in Familiar Living Situations

States are exploring innovative ways to support parents with addiction while ensuring children can stay in familiar environments, but these programs may not receive sufficient resources from the government.

Abortion Policies and Political Claims

Hillary Clinton claimed that if Donald Trump is reelected, all women would live in states where abortion is restricted or banned, but this claim is false. Trump's stance on abortion is about the will of the people and allowing states to decide. Despite the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade and some states implementing bans, Trump's previous actions do not guarantee a nationwide ban on abortion.

Tax Burden in the United States

A new study reveals the average American pays $524,625 in taxes in their lifetime, with New Jersey residents having the highest lifetime tax burden. The report ranks states based on lifetime tax costs, showing West Virginia as the lowest-tax state. Taxes are a significant factor in people's decisions to move between states.

Former President Donald Trump's stance on abortion and pro-life organizations' reactions

Former President Donald Trump announced his position on abortion, stating that it should be left to individual states to decide. Some pro-life organizations support this stance, while others advocate for federal legislation to protect the unborn. Trump emphasized the importance of voting and restoring the culture. Various pro-life groups have differing opinions on his decision.

Fetal Rights Legislation in the U.S.

Efforts are underway in several states to assign fetuses rights similar to those of a human person, according to The Guardian's reproductive health reporter Carter Sherman.