Trump funding cuts ripple through rural America

The Trump administration’s budget cuts have had a significant impact on rural communities across America, affecting various essential services and programs. Impact on Libraries and Education Many rural libraries are facing challenges due to federal funding reductions. Programs that provide shared educational resources, interlibrary loans, and digital services are at risk. Small and rural libraries, … Read more

Trump says first call with newly minted Canadian prime minister was ‘extremely productive’

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that his first call with new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was “extremely productive” and Carney said Trump respected Canada’s sovereignty both in private and public but added that the relationship has changed. The call came as Trump has declared a trade war on Canada and has threatened to use economic coercion … Read more

Judges block Trump orders targeting two law firms as Skadden cuts deal

Judges Block Trump’s Orders Targeting Two Law Firms, While Skadden Reaches a Deal Two federal judges have blocked executive orders issued by former U.S. President Donald Trump, which targeted the law firms Jenner & Block and WilmerHale. The orders, signed earlier this year, aimed to terminate federal contracts with these firms and restrict their access … Read more