Trump’s military presence in LA is only the start
President Trump’s recent shift toward authoritarianism in Los Angeles feels like a warped reflection of reality. On Monday, he authorized the deployment of an additional 2,000 National Guards to troubled cities, adding to the existing 2,000 National Guards and 700 Marines already on the ground. The situation now resembles, perhaps unsettlingly, a scene from Kirkuk […]
A trillion dollars each year for the military: Defense spending is excessive
There’s this annual budget cycle that’s quite significant. Congress has the potential to boost defense spending by up to $150 billion through adjustments. If this is added to the Department of Defense’s proposed budget for 2026, military spending would exceed $1 trillion annually. Two main factors make it almost impossible for defense spending to dip […]
Demonstrations against immigration overshadow Trump’s $45M military parade in Washington, DC
Protests Erupt in Major U.S. Cities Amid Immigration Tensions This week, significant gatherings took place across several U.S. cities as people protested President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, especially in Los Angeles. Just days before a planned large-scale military parade in Washington, D.C., the atmosphere became increasingly fraught. There’s some uncertainty about whether the protests will […]
Senate Democrats Introduce Legislation to End Restrictions on Transgender Military Service
Senate Democrats Plan Bill to Suspend Pentagon’s Military Service Ban Senate Democrats are reportedly gearing up to introduce legislation aimed at suspending the Pentagon’s ban on military service for individuals diagnosed with gender dysphoria. The intention behind this bill is to prevent the U.S. Department of Defense from implementing policies that restrict transgender individuals from […]
K-pop stars Jimin and Jung Kook from BTS return from military service as the band’s reunion approaches
K-Pop icons Jimin and Jung Kook have officially completed their mandatory military service in South Korea, making them the last members of BTS to be discharged. On Wednesday, they appeared in military attire, saluting as they greeted the fans who had gathered to celebrate their release from the hospital. Jung Kook expressed gratitude to the […]
Judge rejects Newsom’s urgent plea to block Trump’s order for military presence in Los Angeles
Governor Newsom Challenges Trump on Military Deployment California’s Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom is facing a significant setback in his legal battle against the deployment of military forces to manage riots in Los Angeles. After pushing for an emergency order to halt President Donald Trump’s directives, Newsom’s actions have sparked further complications. In the legal request, […]
The Memo: Trump’s National Guard actions increase debate about upcoming military parade
Debate Intensifies Ahead of Washington Military Parade There’s a growing wave of national discontent surrounding the upcoming military parade in Washington, coinciding with a tense situation in Los Angeles. Formally, the parade celebrates the Army’s 250th anniversary, but it also falls on President Trump’s birthday, June 14. This overlap has fueled criticism, particularly from liberal […]
Trump directs the restoration of names on military bases that commemorate Robert E. Lee and other Confederate figures.
Trump to Restore Names of Military Bases Honoring Confederate Leaders On Tuesday, President Trump revealed plans to revert the names of Fort Robert E. Lee and six other military installations that previously honored Confederate figures. While speaking at Fort Bragg in North Carolina to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the US Army, he stated, “We’re […]
California governor takes urgent action to prevent Trump from using the military in LA.
California Governor Newsom Challenges Federal Action on Riots California Governor Gavin Newsom has taken a firm stance against rioters, accusing them of “turning the troops against American citizens.” He has filed an emergency motion aimed at preventing President Donald Trump from deploying the National Guard and Marines to address the ongoing riots in Los Angeles, […]
Trump vowed not to deploy military forces to control NYC protests if the NYPD manages the demonstrators properly.
Trump Makes Pledge Regarding NYC Protests This past weekend, President Trump assured NYPD officials that he won’t deploy troops or the National Guard to handle anti-ICE protests in New York City. During a meeting at his New Jersey golf club, Trump spoke with Vice Mayor of Public Safety Kazu Daughtry and NYPD Director John Chell. […]