In a world increasingly defined by interconnected economies and global supply chains, the rhetoric surrounding trade relations between the United States and China has become dangerously divisive. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently assessed this reality, indicating “an opportunity for a big deal” on trade. However, while Bessent presents a prospect for collaboration, the underlying tensions
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As we look towards 2025, the imminent financial disaster lurking in the halls of public schools across the United States reveals a stark reality. The expiration of pandemic relief funds, which significantly bolstered educational budgets during a time of crisis, is set to trigger a dismantling of our educational support systems. The Georgetown Edunomics Lab
U.S. Vice President JD Vance’s recent four-day visit to India is anything but simple. Although marketed as a personal trip—replete with family visits to the Taj Mahal and a wedding in Jaipur—the underlying political narratives are crucial to understand. While Vance’s personal connections deepen the cultural exchange, the trip carries significant implications for U.S.-India relations,
Vice President JD Vance’s impending four-day journey to India is not merely a diplomatic formality; it symbolizes a pivotal moment for both nations in a rapidly evolving global economic landscape. With tensions heightening between the U.S. and China, Vance’s visit arrives at a time when India, an emerging economic powerhouse, stands poised to unlock vast
In the throes of a nation seeming to drift away from its core democratic values, citizens across various U.S. towns and cities recently converged in a remarkable display of discontent towards the current administration led by President Donald Trump. What began as isolated voices of concern has rapidly morphed into a symphony for justice—signifying that
In a disconcerting turn of events, President Donald Trump’s administration continues its relentless effort to reshape the federal workforce under a business-centric model. The announcement to reclassify tens of thousands of federal workers into the “schedule policy/career” category is not merely an administrative adjustment; it is an alarming strategy that threatens the foundational protections designed
The trade landscape under President Donald Trump’s administration has morphed into something far more sinister than the pursuit of economic fairness. Recent warnings from dozens of Democratic lawmakers suggest that Trump’s tariff policies resemble an intricate web designed to enrich his inner circle and foster corruption. This isn’t just political grandstanding; it raises profound questions
The recent events surrounding the wrongful deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia shine an unsettling light on the interplay between immigration policy and the integrity of judicial systems in the United States. A U.S. District judge’s recent inquiry into whether the Trump administration defied her court orders exposes not just an individual case of injustice but
In a bold and contentious maneuver, President Donald Trump has unleashed a whirlwind of global tariffs, sparking not only economic chaos but also significant diplomatic fallout. John Bolton, former national security advisor, elucidated the gravity of this miscalculation, positing that Trump’s strategy is akin to slapping a friend in the face while expecting them to
In a bold move challenging the authority of the presidency, five small businesses have taken legal action against Donald Trump, alleging that his recent imposition of tariffs is not only detrimental but also unconstitutional. The lawsuit is based on the claim that Trump has overstepped his bounds, invoking the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA)