Grassroots organizations 50501 Movement and Political Revolution are organizing nationwide protests on Presidents Day, February 17, 2025, to oppose policies enacted by President Trump. The event, planned across all 50 states, includes peaceful protests, volunteer activities, and donations to charities. The movement emphasizes sustained engagement beyond the holiday.
President Donald Trump attended the Daytona 500, leading a ceremonial lap and praising the drivers' courage and skill. His presence highlighted the event's significance as a celebration of American tradition and innovation.
US Vice President JD Vance's speech at the Munich Security Conference on February 14, 2025, criticized European immigration and free speech policies, while a joke involving Greta Thunberg and Elon Musk failed to amuse the audience, highlighting US-Europe tensions.
Hagan Scotten, the lead prosecutor in the federal corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, resigned following the Justice Department's decision to dismiss charges against the mayor, citing political motivations.
JP Morgan identifies BAE Systems PLC and QinetiQ Group PLC as attractive stocks in the European defense sector, anticipating a stronger U.S. defense budget under a potential Trump administration. The analysis considers geopolitical developments and upcoming defense-related events.
Hagan Scotten, an assistant U.S. attorney, resigned in protest after refusing to dismiss the criminal corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams, criticizing the DOJ's decision as ethically problematic and politically motivated.
TikTok has been reinstated on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store after a temporary ban due to national security concerns related to its Chinese ownership. The app's future in the U.S. remains uncertain as ByteDance faces a deadline to divest its U.S. operations.
The Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the Secretary of Health and Human Services, marking a significant shift in U.S. health policy amidst controversy over his vaccine skepticism and political alignment.
Danielle Sassoon, interim U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, resigns after refusing to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, citing ethical concerns and a commitment to impartial justice.
Linda McMahon, President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Education, faced a challenging confirmation hearing, focusing on her qualifications, the future of the Department of Education, and the administration's education policies, including school choice and DEI programs.