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Mandatory Driver’s Ed Before Learner’s Permit – Senate Bill 994 Effective on July 1st, 2025. Florida teens from the age of 15 to 17 must complete a driver education course approved by the state before obtaining their learner’s permit. This new mandatory course, which is 6 hours, will replace the previously required 4-hour course -TLSAE… read more
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A New Front in a Familiar Conflict Today is a serious day for US History, President Donald Trump announced that the United States had conducted coordinated airstrikes on three of Iran’s most sensitive nuclear sites: Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. The attack, launched using B-2 stealth bombers equipped with bunker-busting munitions, marked the most direct U.S.… read more
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On June 14, the United States marked the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army with a military parade in Washington, D.C. It just so happens that this event coincided with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday. While the parade was presented as a celebration of American military history, it unfolded amidst political unrest, international conflict, and… read more
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During Trump’s second term, Immigration and Deportation have become a significant issue during his presidency for many reasons. During his campaign, he heavily wanted to focus on border security. He tried to dramatically reduce illegal immigration. This follows his approach of “ America First”. Currently, Trump has increased the number of arrests and deportations around… read more
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In early June 2025, President Donald Trump ordered a large-scale deployment of National Guard troops and active-duty Marines to Los Angeles in response to escalating protests over immigration enforcement. His decision has drawn fierce debate. This is due to its political implications and for what it signals about the evolving balance of power between state… read more
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What Did Trump Just Sign—and Why Now?The Trump administration issued an executive order that will restrict access to gender-affirming care for individuals under the age of 19. This will prevent any institution receiving federal research and education funding from providing such care to minors. This order also requires that the secretaries of the Department of… read more
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There has been a very drastic escalation between the Trump administration and Harvard University. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has just revoked Harvard’s certification to enroll international students for the upcoming academic year. This decision was announced on May 22, 2025 and forces nearly 6,800 international students (who make up about 27% of Harvard’s… read more
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The Republican-controlled House recently passed the Big Beautiful Bill, a comprehensive package that reflects many of Donald Trump’s tax and spending priorities. The bill now moves to the Senate and further adjustments are expected. This legislation has significant implications for both the national economy and specific states like Florida. Key Provisions of the Bill For… read more
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Today, May 19, 2025, the Supreme Court handed the Trump administration a major win in its current fight cutting immigration protections, specifically for Venezuelan immigrants. By allowing the government to cut Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 300,000 Venezuelans, the court has set in motion a chain of events that could disrupt thousands of lives… read more
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The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard arguments on President Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship, a constitutional right that has granted automatic citizenship to nearly every baby born on American soil for over 150 years. It has left a lot of people puzzled: How exactly would this new policy even work on day one? What… read more
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Trump’s New Executive Order on Truck Driver English Proficiency: A Safety Measure or Unnecessary Barrier? Recently, President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order which requires commercial truck drivers in the U.S. to pass an English literacy test. This order makes it necessary for drivers prove their ability to read, write, and speak English without… read more
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Understanding the History Behind Alcatraz Alcatraz was a former maximum-security prison in San Francisco. President Millard Fillmore in 1850 declared the island for public purposes. Alcatraz was originally envisioned as a naval defense fortification and a residence for military offenders. It was first used as a jail during the Civil War and became a federal… read more
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A Brewing Storm Since Trump’s first term, he has enacted a trade war, targeting China by imposing taxes and a majority of goods. Fast-forward to his current term, Trump has been focusing on adding Tariffs bad to the country. January 20th Trump has been sworn into office and during his inaugural address he makes… read more
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Today, April 29 marks the 100th day of Donald Trump’s second term in office. The nation has found itself in a turmoil of Executive orders, tariffs, immigration laws, and Florida has found itself at the heart of many of these changes. From immigration raids to curriculum changes, Florida’s government which aligns closely with Trump has… read more
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The Department of Education is responsible for the funds provided to help schools and districts around the country. On May 4th, 1980, the Department of Education was established. This was 45 years ago. For its time standing, the Department of Education assures equal educational opportunities for everyone. They benefit public and private institutions with… read more
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The Shooting: A dreadful timeline According to Tallahassee Police at 11 am, FSU student Phoenix Ikner arrived at the student parking garage and waited there for around an hour. At 11:51 AM he left and just 5 minutes later, at 11:56 am, the first shot was fired. For the next 4 minutes after this, he… read more
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