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A Federal Reserve paper found that a surge in unauthorized immigration under Biden correlated with a 30% rise in home prices and a 20% increase in rents. Each 1% increase in unauthorized workers corresponded to a 2.2% rise in home prices and a 1.4% increase in rents.

Judges appointed by Biden in Massachusetts and Washington, D.C., ruled against the Trump administration's student loan forgiveness overhaul, blocking the new eligibility rules from taking effect.

Changes to the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) under the Trump administration have made it harder for immigrant domestic violence survivors to prove their marriages were in 'good faith,' leading to denied legal status applications despite evidence of abuse. Advocates argue the stricter requirements, including proof of cohabitation and narrowed definitions of abuse, create barriers for vulnerable victims.

Alex Berenson, a former New York Times journalist, claims more records about Biden's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic will be released. Berenson, a prominent critic of the US response to the pandemic, settled a lawsuit against Twitter in 2022 after being banned from the platform.

Lawmakers passed a bill to seize Russian assets in the US, signed by the previous president. Biden and Trump have not implemented the seizure to support Ukraine. Congress now aims to enforce the measure.

Biden criticized Trump for the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and other Washington renovation projects, calling them vanity projects and stating 'What a loser' during a Maryland Democratic Party gala. He also mentioned Trump tearing down the East Wing of the White House.

The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to potentially revive a policy that limits daily asylum applications at the U.S.-Mexico border, previously used under Obama and Trump. The policy, which created long waiting times and humanitarian concerns, was rescinded in 2021 but remains a point of legal contention. The court overturned a lower court's block, with the Justice Department arguing asylum seekers stopped at the border haven't 'arrived' and thus aren't entitled to screening.

A federal judge ruled that the Justice Department can release audio recordings and transcripts of former President Biden to the Heritage Foundation but imposed a three-week delay for an appeals court to review Biden’s challenge. The judge denied Biden’s attempt to block the release of decade-old conversations.

Biden, Clinton, and Bush are set to attend the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, according to a report by the Chicago Sun-Times. A source familiar with the event confirmed their participation in the ceremony.

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool turned green again days after a $14.8 million renovation aimed at addressing algae growth and leaks. Critics argue the project bypassed standard procedures and failed to resolve structural issues, while the Trump administration claimed it fixed the problem, attributing the green hue to residual algae.

The Trump administration claims to have ended Biden-era catch-and-release policies, achieving zero interior releases of illegal aliens for 12 months. It highlights securing both northern and southern borders, addressing vulnerabilities like terrorist apprehensions at the northern border and smuggling through Canada, while advocating for trade agreements like USMCA to pressure Canada and Mexico on border security.

An ex-Biden campaign staffer criticized Biden's decision to seek a second term, claiming it led to Trump's return to the White House. Biden recently addressed a Democratic event in South Dakota, attacking Trump while his family and allies attempt to redefine his political legacy. Some Democrats expressed skepticism about Biden's public reemergence.

The commissioner under Biden states that Social Security insolvency is entirely solvable, though the solution is simple but won't be easy.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins attributes six New World screwworm cases in the U.S. to Biden's 'open-border policies,' citing lax enforcement and Mexican cartel inaction. The pests, which harm livestock by laying eggs in animals, have been confirmed in South Texas and New Mexico. Rollins claims USDA staff focused on screwworm prevention has increased to over 120, despite concerns from Democrats about staff reductions under the Trump administration.

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins attributed six U.S. cases of New World screwworm to Biden's border policies and Mexican cartels' inaction. Rollins stated the USDA has increased staff dedicated to combating the pest from 10 to 120 and allocated $1.3 billion for eradication efforts. Senator Amy Klobuchar expressed concerns about staff reductions at USDA under the Trump administration impacting the response.

Trump has moved to denaturalize more citizens than during the entire Biden administration. The DOJ is seeking to strip 17 naturalized individuals of their citizenship after they were convicted of crimes including sex offenses and drug-dealing.

The USDA eliminated a Biden-era initiative focused on increasing seed market competition, which included experts handling farmer complaints and consulting on antitrust issues. The department later announced a partnership with DOJ to address seed industry concentration, despite having fired the team just weeks earlier. The Trump administration previously approved mergers in the seed industry, now criticized for anticompetitive practices.

U.S. President Donald Trump has instructed incoming acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte to reduce the agency's size, including cutting staff from the Biden and Obama administrations. Trump emphasized Pulte’s role in releasing information about the 2020 election, which he claims was stolen, and highlighted Pulte’s lack of national security experience despite his loyalty.

President Trump stated he did not notice cognitive decline in former President Biden during their November 2024 meeting following Trump's election victory. Trump described Biden as 'the same guy' he had observed previously.

The Trump administration, led by newly confirmed ATF Director Robert Cekada, repealed a Biden-era rule targeting the 'gun show loophole' by removing requirements for certain private sellers to obtain licenses and conduct background checks. Experts and a review by The Trace indicate the repealed rule had minimal impact on enforcement and did not lead to significant federal prosecutions.

Activist short-seller Andrew Left was convicted on 12 counts of securities fraud for allegedly manipulating the stock market by criticizing companies publicly and then selling his positions after shares fell. He plans to appeal the conviction, arguing it impacts free speech, and compared his case to Elon Musk’s civil charge related to a Tesla tweet. The conviction could affect short selling practices.

Doctors examined Biden after a debate as Jill Biden feared he had a stroke, though the administration clarified the check-up occurred days later. Jill Biden revealed more details in her new book.

Former Biden officials have criticized Jill Biden following a report about 'stroke' fears involving Joe Biden, which they described as 'fake'. The statement references concerns about Joe Biden's health but does not provide further details.

Volvo Cars received U.S. government approval to import connected cars despite a 2027 ban on Chinese-linked vehicle software. The exemption comes amid heightened U.S. protectionism against Chinese automotive imports, with automakers able to petition for exceptions.

The Trump administration delayed Biden-era EPA refrigerant rules, claiming the action will reduce grocery costs for consumers. However, experts suggest the actual impact on food prices remains unclear and uncertain.

An illegal immigrant truck driver from India was arrested Tuesday following a deadly multi-vehicle crash in California. The driver allegedly attempted to flee the scene of the accident. Federal officials are handling the case.

Food prices rose 0.68% in April, the largest monthly increase since August 2022, driven by supply chain disruptions from the pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine war, and higher oil prices due to a conflict in the Strait of Hormuz. Under the Biden administration, food inflation eased slightly, but it accelerated 3.16% since Trump took office, with Trump dismissing concerns about affordability.

A federal judge in New York has blocked US Immigration and Customs Enforcement from carrying out civil immigration arrests at several Manhattan immigration courthouses. The ruling is a major reversal from an earlier decision and marks a temporary reversion to narrower Biden-era restrictions on courthouse arrests. The decision is part of a broader lawsuit against the Trump administration's enforcement policies.

The US Commerce department has formed new agreements with Google, Microsoft, and xAI to safety test new AI models. These agreements build on pacts established during the Biden era. The partnerships aim to ensure the safe development of AI technologies.

President Trump claims the Iran war is nearing its end, while political tensions escalate with criticism of Giorgia Meloni and internal congressional conflicts. Other headlines include a highway pileup, medical errors, and cultural stories.

The Trump administration alleges the Biden DOJ weaponized the FACE Act against anti-abortion activists. The Justice Department is accused of using federal law to target conservative groups, with the Trump administration calling it a prototypical example of legal weaponization.

The article examines how a Trump loyalist was appointed as NSA General Counsel and questions what actions the Biden administration should take regarding this appointment. It raises concerns about the appointment's implications for the National Security Agency's leadership and governance.

During Trump's second term, the United States conducted arms sales to Taiwan that exceeded the total value of sales during the Biden administration by nearly 40%. The comparison highlights a significant increase under Trump's tenure.