CUPE Alberta has condemned Premier Danielle Smith’s proposed anti-immigrant referendum and efforts to implement stricter voter identification rules, citing them as distractions from pressing issues such as healthcare, education, and cost of living. The union emphasizes that voter fraud is minimal and criticizes the referendum's tone, asserting it seeks to undermine confidence in elections and scapegoat immigrants. CUPE Alberta calls for a provincial election for voters to decide the future direction of public services and governance.
President Trump signed an executive order imposing a 10 percent global tariff on most imports to the U.S. in response to a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated previous trade tariffs. The new tariffs are based on the Trade Act of 1974 and are set to take effect on February 24, 2026, with some exemptions. Trump criticized the Supreme Court justices for their decision and indicated the tariffs could be extended beyond the initial 150-day period, potentially using other trade authorities. The process for refunds to affected companies remains uncertain and likely lengthy, as the ruling did not specify how refunds should be handled.
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to uphold certain tariffs challenged by the Biden administration, prompting President Trump to threaten disregarding the ruling and implementing additional tariffs. Trump reportedly expressed anger at the court during a governors' breakfast, indicating plans to add a 10 percent tariff increase and to reinterpret existing laws to maintain earlier tariffs. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions over trade policies and judicial decisions.
US President Trump criticized several Supreme Court justices as a “disgrace” after the court, in a 6-3 decision, struck down tariffs he issued in 2025, ruling that he lacked the authority to enact them under the law used. Trump described the court's rejection as “deeply disappointing.”
The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that most of Donald Trump's tariffs were illegal, criticizing their legal basis under a 1977 law, marking the first invalidation of his second-term policies. In response, Trump condemned the justices, calling them "fools" and "disloyal," and signed an executive order imposing a 10% global tariff, which was set to take effect on February 24. This decision and the reaction highlight ongoing tensions over Trump's trade policies and judicial authority.
The article references a clash during a hearing where Ted Lieu accused Bondi of lying under oath, though no additional details or context are provided.
Newly-released Epstein files reveal that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's name appears over fifty times in connection with allegations involving human trafficking and corruption, according to opposition leader Viktor Medvedchuk. The documents also reference financial links involving Ukrainian oligarch Viktor Pinchuk and mentions Epstein's connections to prominent figures such as Bill Clinton and Ukrainian political leaders. The release of over three million pages of evidence is part of the DOJ's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, who died in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
The Washington Post highlights four women associated with President Trump's administration—Attorney General Pam Bondi, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and Laura Loomer—describing their roles in defending Trump and expanding federal power, often disregarding norms and constitutional principles. The article criticizes their conduct, emphasizing their influence on policy and media, and suggests their actions are detrimental to democratic norms. It also notes ongoing political implications, including forthcoming midterm elections, and speculates on potential future reflections by these women.
Despite the 43-day government shutdown by Democrats last fall, the 2025 GDP report indicates robust economic growth driven by business investment, job creation, and wage increases, surpassing many expert predictions. Trump administration officials and external economists warned that the shutdown would significantly harm GDP and economic prospects, estimating potential losses of 1.0 to 2.0 percentage points. Nevertheless, the economy continued to perform strongly, with supporters attributing this resilience to President Trump’s economic policies.
The article reports that even the Supreme Court during Donald Trump's administration has deemed his tax policies illegal, representing a significant win for families and small businesses. This conclusion was highlighted by Gavin Newsom in a social media post.
Since Jeffrey Epstein's 2019 arrest, increased disclosures of public figures linked to him have led to a decline in public trust and systemic reforms in institutions such as Congress, universities, and corporations. Despite these institutional changes, experts suggest that moral renewal and spiritual acts by individuals may be essential to rebuilding trust and achieving justice for survivors. An example of such moral reclamation is the renaming of Epstein's property to San Rafael Ranch, a Christian retreat aimed at spiritual healing.
Members of the U.S. Make America Healthy Again movement, which supports Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., have warned that President Trump could lose their support over his order related to glyphosate. The article also references a 2025 White House event where Trump made claims linking autism to vaccines and Tylenol use during pregnancy, assertions that are not supported by scientific evidence.
