Although Donald Trump has been dubbed “Teflon Don,” suggesting he has evaded consequences for his actions, he has actually faced repercussions for some of his wrongdoing. He has lost defamation cases, his company has been penalized for tax evasion, and he has been charged with complex business crimes. However, his most significant transgressions, such as …
In just 24 hours, the Supreme Court made several decisions that set back civil rights progress. They ended affirmative action, declared anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination constitutional, and denied student loan forgiveness to millions of Americans in need. It’s a distressing moment for those who advocate for federal protections against discrimination and economic disadvantages. However, there is a …
Contrary to initial skepticism, a federal indictment of Donald Trump for mishandling classified information is now a reality. Many believed that Trump’s flagrant actions would go unchecked due to the perceived imperviousness of our justice system and the lack of courage from Attorney General Merrick Garland. Trump’s cunning tactics seemed to suggest that he could …
On August 21, 2013, the Syrian government fired rockets loaded with sarin nerve gas into the rebel-held Ghouta district of Damascus, resulting in the infamous Ghouta gas attack that killed up to 1,400 people, including many children. Ten years later, it has been revealed that a scientist accused of helping Syria develop its chemical weapons …