The Iranian government’s internet shutdown is muffling millions and concealing executions, says an Iranian author.
Concerns Over Iran’s Internet Blackout and Human Rights Violations Amidst a tight internet blackout in Iran, voices are rising about the regime’s brutal actions against its citizens. An Iranian-American, Sheila Amir, recently highlighted how this near-total communication shutdown is obscuring widespread executions. She told the Post that the blackout, which has persisted for 1,000 hours […]
DHS requires furloughed employees to return as the government shutdown continues
Department of Homeland Security Employees Ordered Back to Work The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has instructed all furloughed employees to return to work, even with the ongoing partial government shutdown, as indicated in a notice sent to employees on Friday. This recall notice specifies that furloughed employees should report back on their next scheduled […]
Schumer labels it the ‘Johnson shutdown’ as the DHS impasse continues.
Despite various agreements that could potentially ensure funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and maintain immigration operations, Congress appears to be unhurried about resolving what has become the longest shutdown in history. Lawmakers are preparing for a two-week break around Easter, with no plans to return until Monday. This allows for the possibility […]
Kevin Warsh must be approved as Fed Chair to prevent an economic shutdown.
Kevin Warsh expressed yesterday his desire to become the chairman of the Federal Reserve, but it’s still unclear whether he will officially be nominated for the role. As this situation drags on, the state of the economy grows more precarious. With various global factors at play, such as increasing oil prices and inflation concerns, it’s […]
What are pro forma sessions and why are they important for the DHS shutdown
Understanding ‘Pro Forma’ Sessions in Congress If you’ve noticed a buzz around “pro forma” sessions in Congress this week, you might be curious about what all the excitement is about. It’s a term that often flies under the radar, but here’s a quick breakdown to help clear things up. First off, “pro forma,” which means […]
Mahsa Alert app supports Iranian citizens during conflict and internet shutdown
Conflict in Iran: Civilians Stranded Without Assistance As the U.S. and Israel continue their conflict with Iran, now in its fifth week, an alarming situation unfolds for more than 93 million civilians in Iran. These individuals find themselves trapped in a war zone, lacking essential missile warnings or reliable internet access. Additionally, around four million […]
Trump instructs DHS to compensate all staff as the shutdown continues
Trump Orders Compensation for DHS Employees Amid Shutdown On Friday, President Trump instructed Homeland Security Secretary Mark Wayne Mullin to ensure that “every single employee” affected by the “Democrat-led DHS shutdown” receives payment. He asked Mullin to collaborate with Russell Vought, who heads the Office of Management and Budget, to access “funds that are reasonably […]
Trump aims to secure $152 million to restore and reopen Alcatraz following 60 years of shutdown.
Trump Proposes Reopening Alcatraz as a Federal Prison President Donald Trump has put forth a request for $152 million in the 2027 federal budget to revive Alcatraz Island as a federal prison, building on his announcement from last year about reopening the facility. This budget allocates funds to the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to […]
Thune claims Democrats received ‘nothing’ in DHS agreement as shutdown continues
Senate Republicans Reject Democratic DHS Reforms The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is still at a standstill, and Senate Republicans claim that Democrats have made no progress toward reform. According to them, there are “zero” reforms included in the latest funding negotiations. Democrats, on the other hand, are framing the situation as a win, viewing […]
Schumer states that preventing DHS funding is not just a political stunt during the shutdown.
Schumer Defends Democrats Amid DHS Funding Dispute Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer from New York remarked on Thursday that it’s “unfair” to suggest that Senate Democrats are blocking funds for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) due to “political posturing.” He made these comments during an appearance on CNN’s “Situation Room,” discussing the current shutdown […]