The 2016 elections resulted in the Democrats without the White House and with 71 fewer seats in Congress, giving Republicans the majority.
Politics
New Proposal to Increase Entrance Fees in National Parks
The National Park Service has announced their proposal to increase parks fees during their peak seasons at some of the nation’s most popular parks, on Oct. 24.
President Trump’s Executive Order on Healthcare
President Trump issued an executive order on Thursday, Oct. 12 which he believes will help mitigate adverse consequences of the PPACA— Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act — such as the high premiums and deductibles, and the minimal options in selecting plans.
Environmental Protection Agency Pulls Scientists from Conference
The Environmental Protection Agency canceled the scheduled appearances of three scientists from the agency who planned climate change discussions at a conference in Rhode Island on Monday.
Las Vegas Shooting Evokes Gun Control Debate
In the wake of the Las Vegas mass-shooting, many have called for improving the regulatory measures that surround the purchase and ownership of firearms.
Pence Leaves Football Game after Team Protests
At President Trump’s request, Vice President Pence left a football game after players kneeled in protest during the National Anthem on Sunday.
Trump Promotes Tax Reform Proposal in Indianapolis
President Trump traveled to Indianapolis to promote his proposal of reforming the American tax system in order to lower the tax rate from 35 percent to 25 percent on Wednesday, September 20.
Puerto Rican Citizens React to Trump’s Tweets
Puerto Ricans fight back on Trump’s assertion that the island’s citizens “want everything to be done for them when it should be community effort,” in regards to Hurricane Maria, on Sept. 30.
Pope Francis Urges Trump not to End DACA
Senator Bernie Sanders introduced his “Medicare for All” bill on September 13th and plans to go state-to-state in order to promote his bill—his first stop was in San Francisco at the “California Nurses Convention” on Sept. 22.
Sanders Introduces Medicare for All
Senator Bernie Sanders introduced his “Medicare for All” bill on September 13th and plans to go state-to-state in order to promote his bill—his first stop was in San Francisco at the “California Nurses Convention” on Sept. 22.