ADMINISTRATION

Jan 16 2026POLITICS

The Rise of Immigration Detention: A Closer Look

The number of people held by U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has hit an all-time high. As of recently, ICE is holding over 73, 000 individuals. This is a big jump from last year when the number was below 40, 000. The Trump administration wants to increase this number to 100, 000. Thi

reading time less than a minute
Jan 16 2026EDUCATION

New Faces, New Roles: Norwalk Board of Education Kicks Off 2026

The Norwalk Board of Education started the year with some changes. They picked new leaders during their first meeting of 2026. The meeting was held at the Norwalk Public Schools headquarters on Concord Street. Howard White is the new chair. He got the job after a close vote. Five board members vote

reading time less than a minute
Jan 16 2026POLITICS

US Stance on Iran: Support and Caution

The United States has shown its support for the people of Iran who are protesting against their government. The US ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, stated that President Donald Trump is ready to take action if needed to stop the violence. However, Trump has also mentioned that he believ

reading time less than a minute
Jan 14 2026POLITICS

A Sudden End to Vital Health Grants

The Trump administration made a big, sudden change. It canceled many federal grants. These grants helped people with addiction and mental health issues. The cuts are huge. They might reach $2 billion. This news came from three sources. But it's not confirmed yet. Many nonprofits got letters. They s

reading time less than a minute
Jan 14 2026POLITICS

Standing Up for Independence: The Fed Chair's Bold Move

In a bold move, Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve, refused to back down when faced with pressure from the Trump administration. He called out the Justice Department's investigation into him as a clear attempt to influence the Federal Reserve's decisions. This is not just about Powell; i

reading time less than a minute
Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Wind Power Wins: Judge Blocks Trump's Attempt to Halt Progress

A federal judge has put a stop to President Trump's recent attempt to block wind energy projects. Judge Royce Lamberth, appointed by Reagan, ruled that work can continue on the Revolution Wind project. This project is set to provide power to Rhode Island and Connecticut and is almost finished. The

reading time less than a minute
Jan 13 2026POLITICS

When Leaders Attack: The Fed's Fight for Independence

The Trump administration recently made a bold move against Jerome Powell, the head of the Federal Reserve. They started a questionable investigation into Powell's finances. This is unusual because the Fed is supposed to be independent. Powell, who is usually calm, spoke out. He said the investigatio

reading time less than a minute
Jan 13 2026POLITICS

U. S. Visa Revocations Surge Under New Policies

The U. S. government has canceled over 100, 000 visas since the start of the current administration. This sharp increase is part of a broader effort to tighten immigration rules. The administration has also made it harder to get visas by adding more checks, including social media reviews. Most of t

reading time less than a minute
Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Latin America's Divided Reaction to U. S. Move

Latin America woke up to a storm on January 3rd. WhatsApp buzzed with urgent messages as leaders scrambled to respond to a bold U. S. action. President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela was captured, sending shockwaves through the region. The response was not unified. Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia, all le

reading time less than a minute
Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Why Are Democrats Struggling Despite Trump's Troubles?

The Democratic Party is in a tough spot. Even as President Trump's popularity drops, the Democrats aren't gaining much support. Many Americans blame the Democrats for the current state of politics. They feel the party didn't prioritize the country's needs during the 2024 election. Instead, people th

reading time less than a minute