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Escalating Tensions and Historic Leadership: A Global Update

In today's episode, we delve into the escalating conflict at the Israel-Lebanon border, marking the heaviest exchange of attacks in months. We also celebrate a historic moment in Namibia as Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah becomes the country's first female president, ushering in a new era of leadership. Additionally, we explore the evolving Ukraine-US relations, highlighting recent diplomatic efforts and policy shifts under the Trump administration. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News.Sources:https://www.pbs.org/video/middle-east-war-1742661446/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6S4zH5muBL0https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/violence-flares-on-israeli-lebanese-border-as-israel-steps-up-attacks-in-gazahttps://issafrica.org/iss-today/namibia-s-first-woman-president-takes-the-helmhttps://southernafricantimes.com/netumbo-nandi-ndaitwah-inaugurated-as-namibias-first-female-president/https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/samia-graces-historic-inauguration-of-namibia-s-first-female-president-4973632https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6X8_M1p1El4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywHbhhLR5Pkhttps://www.semafor.com/article/03/21/2025/namibia-inaugurates-first-female-presidenthttps://theissue.com.na/costly-constitutional-amendments-dim-democracy/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KL6eVWhHl8khttps://english.news.cn/africa/20250319/65ab13087e1b42f194ecec388a796a5a/c.htmlhttps://allafrica.com/stories/202503200288.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_wmz7NTAKQhttps://www.tiktok.com/@speaker.abbas.movement/video/7484778552697687314https://www.parliament.na/2025/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSM4D-gIe5Qhttps://english.news.cn/africa/20250323/b0e25e17f6cb42a5952a871039929051/c.htmlhttps://www.chinadailyhk.com/article/607641https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQ3EArwXyychttps://www.chinadailyhk.com/hk/article/607641https://www.tiktok.com/@nbcdigitalnews/video/7484674249601355063https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_wmz7NTAKQhttps://www.aa.com.tr/en/africa/namibia-s-new-president-announces-first-cabinet-appoints-female-vice-president/3517666https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-10218/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-zelenskyy-call-ukraine-russia-putin/https://cnycentral.com/news/nation-world/president-volodymyr-zelenskyy-to-speak-with-united-states-president-donald-trump-after-russia-continues-barrage-of-drone-strikes-on-ukraine-30-day-ceasefire-kremlin-putin-phone-call-white-house-energy-infrastructure-peacehttps://www.president.gov.ua/en/news/prezidenti-ukrayini-ta-ssha-proveli-telefonnu-rozmovu-96717https://ua.usembassy.gov/statement-from-secretary-rubio-and-nsa-waltz-on-call-with-zelenskyy/https://news.gallup.com/poll/658193/support-greater-role-ukraine-climbs-high.aspxhttps://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-russia-ceasefire-volodymyr-zelenskyy-call-us-president-donald-trump/https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2025/03/statement-from-secretary-rubio-and-nsc-waltz-on-call-with-zelenskyy/https://ru.usembassy.gov/president-donald-j-trumps-call-with-president-vladimir-putin/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2025_Trump%E2%80%93Zelenskyy_meetinghttps://www.state.gov/briefings/department-press-briefing-march-17-2025/https://www.state.gov/briefings/department-press-briefing-march-19-2025/https://www.iiss.org/online-analysis/online-analysis/2025/03/the-mirage-of-peace/

Trump’s Bold Moves: Education Overhaul and Global Health Shake-Up

In today's episode, we delve into President Trump's controversial executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, sparking debate across the nation. We also explore the temporary pause in the Ukraine-Russia conflict and its implications for energy infrastructure. Additionally, we examine the sweeping changes in U.S. global health policy, including the withdrawal from the World Health Organization and the impact on international health initiatives. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these significant developments.Sources:https://19thnews.org/2025/03/trump-executive-order-department-of-education/https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-student-loans-special-programs-moved-new-departments/story?id=120032077https://www.nasfaa.org/news-item/35894/Trump_Signs_Executive_Order_Seeking_to_Dismantle_EDhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-executive-order-education-department/https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/content-series/fastthinking/the-real-meaning-of-putins-30-day-energy-cease-fire-in-ukraine/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Z71eC8o30Mhttps://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-march-21-2025https://www.kff.org/global-health-policy/fact-sheet/overview-of-president-trumps-executive-actions-on-global-health/https://www.littler.com/publication-press/publication/executive-order-trackerhttps://www.kff.org/u-s-foreign-aid-freeze-dissolution-of-usaid-timeline-of-events/https://www.insidegovernmentcontracts.com/2025/03/timeline-of-key-developments-related-to-recent-executive-actions-as-of-march-19-2025/https://www.nafsa.org/executive-and-regulatory-actions-trump2admin

Trump’s Bold Moves: Education Overhaul, Yemen Strikes, and Judicial Tensions

In today's episode, we delve into President Trump's controversial executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, sparking debates on state versus federal control. We also cover the U.S. military's intensified operations in Yemen, marking a significant escalation in the region. Additionally, we explore the growing tensions between the Trump administration and the judiciary, as calls for impeachment of federal judges raise concerns about the balance of power. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal developments.Sources:https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-executive-order-education-department/https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-trump-expected-to-sign-order-on-plan-for-shutting-down-education-departmenthttps://19thnews.org/2025/03/trump-executive-order-department-of-education/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/March_2025_United_States_attacks_in_Yemenhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0ozbUrTGUshttps://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/new-atlanticist/experts-react-trump-just-ordered-major-strikes-against-the-houthis-what-does-this-mean-for-yemen-iran-and-beyond/https://www.military.com/daily-news/2025/03/20/trump-wages-ongoing-military-campaign-against-houthis-says-rebels-will-be-annihilated.htmlhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-says-federal-judge-who-ruled-against-deportation-orders-should-be-impeachedhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB8IWEeW35Ahttps://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/17/trump-presidential-power-courts-test-00234173https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-insults-federal-judge-amid-legal-battle-deportation/story?id=119909983https://www.foxnews.com/politics/checks-balances-trump-supporters-seek-push-back-against-activist-judgeshttps://www.wusf.org/politics-issues/2025-03-19/politifact-fl-trump-called-for-judge-impeachment-unlikely-to-happen

Ceasefires and Controversies: Global Conflicts and Pentagon’s Content Purge

In today's episode, we delve into the temporary ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, focusing on energy infrastructure, and the escalating conflict in Gaza as Israel launches a ground operation. We also explore the Pentagon's controversial removal of diversity-related content from its websites, sparking debates on transparency and historical preservation. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pressing global issues.Sources:https://commonslibrary.parliament.uk/research-briefings/cbp-10218/https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/03/18/russia-and-ukraine-agree-to-halt-attacks-on-energy-infrastructure-but-broader-ceasefire-talks-stall-a88406https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-march-19-2025https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/content-series/fastthinking/the-real-meaning-of-putins-30-day-energy-cease-fire-in-ukraine/https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/ukraine-russia-to-pause-attacks-on-energy-infrastructure-but-still-divided-on-peace-dealhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/russia-ukraine-war-trump-putin-discuss-ceasefire-sumy-hospital-strike/https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/03/18/russia-ukraine-war-ceasefire-peace-negotiations-trump-zelensky-putin/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJJqwUV8aMkhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-israel-launches-ground-operation-in-gaza-after-ending-ceasefire-with-hamashttps://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20250320-live-israel-gaza-hamashttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/March_2025_Israeli_attacks_on_the_Gaza_Striphttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/israeli-strikes-across-gaza-hit-multiple-homes-killing-at-least-85-palestinianshttps://cbsaustin.com/news/nation-world/israel-resumes-ground-operations-in-gaza-as-hundreds-of-palestinians-killed-in-airstrikes-prime-minister-benjamin-netanyahu-ceasefire-hostages-hamas-blockade-israel-defense-forces-yemen-iran-backed-houthis-missileshttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/israel-gaza-netzarim-corridor-hamas-war-threat-palestinians-collective-punishment/https://www.businessinsider.com/pentagon-online-dei-content-veterans-history-2025-3https://www.pbs.org/video/erasing-history-1742333537/https://www.democracynow.org/2025/3/20/headlines/pentagon_purges_thousands_of_articles_about_minority_and_lgbtq_personnelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dX7-lPb6_OEhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/classroom/daily-news-lessons/2025/03/pentagon-history-purge-highlights-which-stories-are-told-and-why-others-are-ignoredhttps://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2025/03/19/dei-pentagon-hegseth-trump-00236799https://www.thirteen.org/programs/pbs-newshour/erasing-history-1742333537/

Trump’s Controversial Deportation Order and Democratic Party’s Popularity Crisis

In today's episode, we delve into President Trump's contentious use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans, a move that has sparked legal battles and ethical debates. We also explore the Democratic Party's plummeting popularity, as revealed by a recent poll, and the internal strife facing Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pressing issues and their potential implications for U.S. politics.Sources:https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-invokes-1798-alien-enemies-act/https://abc7ny.com/post/amid-donald-trumps-invocation-alien-enemies-act-here-are-answers-key-questions-1798-law/16034035/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/venezuelan-immigrants-sue-trump-over-order-invoking-wartime-alien-enemies-act-of-1798/https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/03/invocation-of-the-alien-enemies-act-regarding-the-invasion-of-the-united-states-by-tren-de-aragua/https://www.stevevladeck.com/p/132-five-questions-about-trumps-alienhttps://abcnews.go.com/Politics/timeline-trump-administrations-race-deport-hundreds-alleged-gang/story?id=119860136https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-expected-invoke-wartime-alien-enemies-act-carry/story?id=119769090https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/white-house-ignores-court-and-invokes-alien-enemies-act-to-deport-hundreds-of-venezuelanshttps://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-expected-invoke-wartime-alien-enemies-act-carry/story?id=119769090https://www.cbsnews.com/news/venezuelan-immigrants-sue-trump-over-order-invoking-wartime-alien-enemies-act-of-1798/https://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/15/trump-deportation-lawsuit-00232121https://democracyforward.org/updates/aclu-df-031525/https://www.aclu.org/cases/j-g-g-v-trumphttps://www.axios.com/2025/03/16/trump-high-dems-low-new-pollhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUDQnHqoVP4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lp-DVtB24v4https://www.axios.com/2025/03/14/house-democrats-angry-chuck-schumer-shutdownhttps://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/17/schumer-damage-control-liberal-base-00234321https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/schumer-defends-support-gop-funding-bill-ahead-senate/story?id=119799590https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6q8sbgDLQQ

Global Tensions Rise: Trump’s Policies and U.S.-Canada Relations

Explore the global impact of President Trump's second term as his foreign policies stir international debate and disrupt alliances. Delve into the U.S.-Canada tensions fueled by trade disputes and annexation rhetoric, and examine the domestic crackdown on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pressing issues and their far-reaching consequences.Sources:https://www.moroccoworldnews.com/2025/03/183984/donald-trumps-second-term-accelerating-history-and-birth-a-new-world-order/https://www.weforum.org/videos/the-5-greatest-risks-facing-the-world-in-2025/https://www.uikpanorama.com/blog/2025/03/10/trump-zonis/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_presidency_of_Donald_Trumphttps://www.fairobserver.com/economics/fo-exclusive-global-markets-are-now-extremely-nervous/https://www.pbs.org/weta/washingtonweek/video/2025/03/trumps-unpredictability-with-allies-and-adversarieshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_100_days_of_the_second_Donald_Trump_presidencyhttps://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/03/anticipatory-governance-for-a-risky-world/https://www.pbs.org/weta/washingtonweek/video/2025/03/washington-week-with-the-atlantic-full-episode-31425https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BL4fXa9mfwhttps://www.euronews.com/video/2025/03/14/global-stability-wont-be-achieved-in-coming-years-azerbaijans-aliyev-tells-euronewshttps://www.thenewfederalist.eu/the-coming-era-of-irrationality-how-donald-trump-s-second-term-fuelshttps://foreignpolicy.com/2025/03/10/walt-got-wrong-trump-second-term/https://www.euronews.com/2025/03/14/global-stability-wont-be-achieved-in-coming-years-azerbaijans-aliyev-tells-euronewshttps://thefulcrum.us/money-politics/trump-federal-reservehttps://lovely.single-melody.top/index.php/2025/03/14/apocalyptic-predictions-2025-wars-natural-disasters-and-global-chaos/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hDcb5JBvBEhttps://abc7chicago.com/post/appeals-court-lifts-blocks-trumps-orders-restricting-diversity-equity-inclusion-programs/16024964/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/crackdown-on-dei-trump-admin-targets-50-universities-over-race-based-policies/articleshow/119016302.cmshttps://www.axios.com/2025/03/14/trump-education-department-investigation-deihttps://www.voanews.com/a/us-appeals-court-allows-dei-crackdown/8011570.htmlhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trump-administration-targets-college-and-university-budgets-in-dei-crackdownhttps://www.wfae.org/politics/2025-03-14/over-50-universities-are-under-investigation-as-part-of-trumps-anti-dei-crackdownhttps://www.vpm.org/npr-news/2025-03-14/block-on-trumps-executive-orders-restricting-dei-programs-is-liftedhttps://www.thirteen.org/programs/pbs-newshour/universities-under-fire-1741984639/https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/03/12/quebec-international-relations-minister-trump-tariffs-united-states-canada/https://angusreid.org/trump-carney-51st-state-canada-usa/https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/trump-annexation-destabilizing-canada-1.7479890https://www.bankofcanada.ca/publications/consultations-2025-03-12/https://www.wttlonline.com/stories/president-calls-for-more-tariffs-on-canada-annexation,13567https://news.sky.com/story/carney-wastes-no-time-tearing-into-trump-but-can-he-save-canada-from-becoming-americas-51st-state-13329087https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/03/15/king-charles-signalling-support-for-canada-as-trump-talks-annexation-royal-watchers/https://www.cfr.org/article/whats-matter-canada

Federal Workforce Reinstatement and Schumer’s Controversial Vote

A federal judge orders the reinstatement of employees across six federal agencies, challenging the Trump administration's workforce reduction plans. Meanwhile, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer faces backlash from Democrats for supporting a Trump-backed funding bill, narrowly avoiding a government shutdown. Plus, ethics watchdogs raise alarms over potential conflicts of interest within the Trump administration. Tune in for detailed analysis and implications of these developments.Sources:https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2025/03/14/judge-orders-federal-agencies-to-reverse-layoffs/157397/https://www.kqed.org/news/12031166/federal-judge-in-sf-orders-trump-administration-to-reverse-mass-firings-at-6-agencieshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lW5bsn_MF3shttps://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/03/14/congress/senate-passes-government-funding-bill-00231667https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-senate-to-vote-on-republican-funding-bill-as-shutdown-loomshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgIIME1M-JQhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzZZoi4bBbkhttps://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/03/14/congress/trump-congratulates-schumer-00230577https://www.latintimes.com/fired-government-watchdog-issues-dire-warning-trump-removing-all-checks-his-administrations-power-577951https://www.commondreams.org/news/accountableus-trump-crypto-lutnickhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLzK5G9_nWkhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-firings-watchdogs-inspectors-general-60-minutes/https://www.pbs.org/video/march-14-2025-pbs-news-hour-full-episode-1741924801/https://thebahnsengroup.com/dividend-cafe/is-the-trump-market-put-dead-march-14-2025/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-fires-independent-government-watchdogs-60-minutes-transcript/https://www.tpt.org/pbs-newshour/video/march-14-2025-pbs-news-hour-full-episode-1741924801/https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/march-14-2025-pbs-news-hour-full-episodehttps://nationalforestadvocates.org/four-more-years-of-president-trump/https://lawandcrime.com/high-profile/committed-the-same-error-recently-trump-doj-using-recent-court-win-over-fired-biden-ethics-enforcer-in-appeals-bid-to-get-civil-service-board-chair-axed-too/https://www.pbs.org/video/profit-the-presidency-1741984572/https://www.eenews.net/articles/ethical-concerns-swirl-around-white-house-regulatory-czar/https://www.thirteen.org/programs/pbs-newshour/profit-the-presidency-1741984572/

U.S.-Russia Ceasefire Talks and Major EPA Rollbacks Unfold

In today's episode, we delve into the complex diplomatic negotiations as Trump's envoy visits Moscow to discuss a potential ceasefire in Ukraine, amidst Russia's battlefield gains. We also cover a federal judge's order for Trump to rehire dismissed workers, and the EPA's sweeping rollbacks of environmental regulations, marking a significant shift in U.S. climate policy. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal developments.Sources:https://thebftonline.com/2025/03/12/russia-mending-diplomatic-relations-with-united-states/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTyJVdLUOikhttps://www.specialeurasia.com/2025/03/11/darchiev-russia-united-states/https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/u-s-envoy-visits-moscow-for-ceasefire-talks-that-senior-russian-officials-says-would-help-ukrainehttps://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/03/12/orthodox-easter-diplomacy-kremlin-and-white-house-pursue-fast-tracked-putin-trump-meeting-a88331https://www.euronews.com/2025/03/13/us-officials-travel-to-moscow-as-putin-visits-troops-in-kurskhttps://carnegieendowment.org/russia-eurasia/politika/2025/03/russia-ukraine-usa-talks-reaction?lang=enhttps://www.state.gov/joint-statement-on-the-united-states-ukraine-meeting-in-jeddah/https://abcnews.go.com/International/putin-demands-kursk-total-victory-ahead-moscow-talks/story?id=119743582https://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/13/federal-judge-order-rehiring-fired-workers-18-federal-agencies-00230477https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/news-wrap-judge-orders-trump-administration-to-rehire-thousands-fired-government-workershttps://www.latimes.com/environment/story/2025-03-12/trump-administration-is-closing-epas-environmental-justice-officeshttps://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/trump-epa-kicks-formal-reconsideration-endangerment-finding-agency-partnershttps://whyy.org/articles/environmental-protection-agency-epa-planned-rollbacks/https://www.voanews.com/a/epa-announces-rollback-of-dozens-of-environmental-regulations/8009132.htmlhttps://www.eenews.net/articles/breaking-down-zeldins-rollbacks/https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trumps-epa-announces-aggressive-rollback-of-environmental-protectionshttps://www.govexec.com/management/2025/03/epa-begins-eliminating-offices-doge-tightens-grip-nearly-all-agency-spending/403684/

Ukraine’s Ceasefire Proposal, U.S. Education Layoffs, and Greenland’s Political Shift

In today's episode, we explore Ukraine's openness to a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, contingent on Russia's acceptance, following talks with U.S. diplomats. We also delve into the Trump administration's significant layoffs at the Department of Education, reducing its workforce by nearly 50%, and the potential impacts on educational services. Additionally, we cover Greenland's recent election, where a Trump critic's victory could influence U.S.-Greenland relations. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News.Sources:https://www.euronews.com/2025/03/12/ukraine-agrees-to-us-proposed-30-days-ceasefire-in-war-with-russiahttps://kyivindependent.com/were-ready-ukraine-heads-into-us-talks-with-everything-at-stake/https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrainealert/pressure-is-now-on-putin-as-ukraine-agrees-to-trumps-ceasefire-proposal/https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-march-11-2025https://abcnews.go.com/International/ceasefire-russias-hands-ukraine-after-us-meeting-saudi/story?id=119703072https://understandingwar.org/backgrounder/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-march-12-2025https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49AWdNzH908https://www.state.gov/joint-statement-on-the-united-states-ukraine-meeting-in-jeddah/https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-03-12/trump-guts-education-department-sending-california-scramblinghttps://abcnews.go.com/US/department-education-faces-50-layoffs-after-closure-notice/story?id=119690524https://www.govexec.com/management/2025/03/education-department-slash-nearly-one-third-its-workforce-sweeping-rifs/403667/https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/greenland-election-results-2025-demokraatit-party-nielsen-trump-b2713432.htmlhttps://www.foxnews.com/world/greenlands-opposition-party-pushes-closer-us-ties-independence-from-denmark-trump-plays-big-electionhttps://europeanconservative.com/articles/news/greenland-elections-trump-independence-jens-frederik-nielsen/https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2025-03-12/greenlands-election-winners-push-back-against-trumps-wish-to-take-control-of-the-islandhttps://www.news.com.au/world/north-america/we-dont-want-to-be-americans-greenland-election-result-in-spotlight-after-trump-threats/news-story/85be0a4c6b354b612feed1b5d05a4222https://www.cbsnews.com/video/trump-critic-wins-greenland-election/https://www.politico.eu/article/greenland-boosts-center-right-and-pro-independence-parties-in-crucial-election/

Ontario’s Bold Energy Move, U.S. Aid Cuts, and Student Protest Crackdown

In today's episode, we explore Ontario's decision to impose a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the U.S. amid escalating trade tensions. We also delve into the U.S. government's critical deadline to pay billions in outstanding aid bills and the significant reduction in USAID programs. Additionally, we cover the Trump administration's crackdown on student protests, focusing on the Israel-Palestine conflict and its implications for free speech on college campuses. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News.Sources:https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/ontario-premier-explains-why-hes-slapping-25-surcharge-on-electricity-to-u-shttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/ontario-announces-25-percent-tax-increase-on-electricity-exports-to-u-s-in-response-to-trumps-trade-warhttps://news.ontario.ca/en/backgrounder/1005689/applying-a-25-per-cent-electricity-surcharge-on-exports-to-united-stateshttps://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1005690/ontario-applies-25-per-cent-surcharge-on-electricity-exports-to-united-stateshttps://www.politico.com/news/2025/03/06/usaid-freeze-trump-ruling-00217156https://healthpolicy-watch.news/usaid-officially-gutted-but-administration-overstepped-constitutional-power-judge-ruled/https://www.devex.com/news/devex-newswire-judge-orders-trump-admin-to-pay-usaid-bills-again-109612https://www.wtxl.com/politics/president-trumps-first-100-days/groups-working-with-usaid-say-the-government-still-has-not-paid-what-it-owes-for-their-workhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBizYC98JUQhttps://www.scotusblog.com/2025/03/supreme-court-denies-trump-request-to-block-2-billion-foreign-aid-payment/https://www.devex.com/news/devex-newswire-new-deadline-set-for-trump-administration-to-pay-usaid-partners-109586https://www.thirteen.org/programs/pbs-newshour/foreign-aid-1741639691/https://www.who.int/news/item/05-03-2025-funding-cuts-to-tuberculosis-programmes-endanger-millions-of-liveshttps://www.brookings.edu/articles/the-future-of-us-foreign-aid-george-ingram-on-policy-shifts-global-fallout-and-what-comes-next/https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/03/10/trump-rubio-usaid-cuts-foreign-aid/https://www.kff.org/u-s-foreign-aid-freeze-dissolution-of-usaid-timeline-of-events/https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/setting-the-record-straight-how-gutting-us-foreign/https://www.unicef.org/press-releases/statement-unicef-executive-director-catherine-russell-global-foreign-aid-reductionshttps://www.cgdev.org/publication/future-us-foreign-assistance-how-low-can-they-gohttps://www.euronews.com/health/2025/03/07/utterly-devastating-global-health-groups-left-reeling-as-european-countries-slash-foreign-https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/u-s-faces-deadline-to-pay-billions-for-aid-work-already-donehttps://ilga.org/news/development-foreign-aid-cut/https://www.crisisgroup.org/global-united-states/foreign-aid-cuts-compound-harmful-impact-us-reimposition-mexico-city-policyhttps://www.ifpri.org/blog/can-foreign-aid-curb-migration-to-the-u-s-by-creating-a-better-alternative/https://truthout.org/articles/judge-halts-trump-administrations-attempts-to-deport-mahmoud-khalil/https://www.highereddive.com/news/education-department-warns-60-colleges-antisemitism/742100/https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2025-03-11/ucla-antisemitism-effort-trump-warns-universities-pro-palestinian-activism