Politics
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Can Trump Really End Birthright Citizenship in the U.S.?
J.D. Durkin, host of 'Common Threads,' helps us unpack Trump's actions on Day One, talks the most meme-able moments from Inauguration Day and more. Watch!
Trump Grants TikTok 75 Day Extension in U.S.
170 million Americans on TikTok have whiplash from the last few days as a well choreographed dance played out in front of millions of users.
Trump Pardons Almost All Involved in Jan. 6
President Trump on Monday issued roughly 1,500 pardons and commuted the sentences of 14 of his supporters in connection with the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Trump Sworn in as 47th President of U.S.
Unlike the prior Trump inauguration, this time, a star studded affair as former Trump critics Snoop Dogg and the Village People performed over the weekend.
President Trump Expected to Enact More Than 200 Executive Orders on his First Day
Though he once derided President Obama's use of executive orders, President Trump is expected to shatter records on his first day of office, bypassing Congress.
Trump May Pardon Jan. 6 Convictions "Within Minutes" on Day One in Office
Donald Trump says he has "around 100" executive orders ready for his first day in office. Nik Popli, Political Reporter for TIME, discusses his plans.
Trump Inauguration Moved Inside Due to Freezing Temps
For the first time in 40 years the presidential inauguration will be moved inside Monday due to extreme cold.
Biden Will Not enforce TikTok ban Before Leaving Office
TikTok appears in limbo after President Biden in one of his final acts in office decided not to enforce a ban on the social media app, set to take place Sunday.
Biden Warns of Oligarchy in Farewell Address
Biden warned of the quote "dangerous consequences of an oligarchy taking shape in America of extreme wealth, power, and influence."
Israel and Hamas Reach Ceasefire Deal
Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement to halt more than a year of fighting in the Gaza Strip.
Will TikTok be Extended by 270 Days?
With a Sunday ban approaching Democratic Senator Ed Markey introducing "Extend the TikTok Deadline Act," which would give ByteDance another 270 days to sell.
Trump Says He Will Create 'External Revenue Service'
The president elect announced plans to create an "External Revenue Service" to collect tariffs, duties, and all revenue from foreign sources.
Michelle Obama Will Not Attend Trump Inauguration
Former First Lady Michelle Obama will not attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, her office confirmed, though no reason was provided.
Carrie Underwood to Perform at Trump Inauguration
Carrie Underwood will perform at Donald Trump's inauguration next week, according to a spokesperson for the Presidential Inaugural Committee.
Big Tech Companies Continue Donations to Trump
The big tech Trump embrace continues, both Google and Microsoft donating a million dollars to the Trump inauguration.
Trump Sentenced to Unconditional Discharge in Hush Money Case
Trump was sentenced today to unconditional discharge on 34-counts in a scheme to illegally influence the 2016 election by paying hush money to Stormy Daniels.
National Day of Mourning Observed for President Carter
Today is a National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter to honor the passing of the 39th President of the United States.
