Tuesday, Oct 14

Hundreds of CDC workers reinstated after layoff notices due to errors, highlighting tensions amid the federal government shutdown.

Saturday, Oct 11

MIT has officially rejected a Trump administration proposal for funding that demanded reforms in higher education, citing independence and merit-based funding.

Saturday, Oct 11

National Guard troops have started patrolling Memphis as part of a federal initiative to reduce crime, amid varying local responses and legal challenges.

Friday, Oct 10

The White House has begun mass layoffs of federal workers as the government shutdown extends into its third week, creating heightened political tension.

Thursday, Oct 09

International student arrivals to the US have dropped sharply due to restrictive visa policies and political uncertainty, with significant decreases from Asia and India.

Saturday, Oct 04

The Supreme Court allows Trump's administration to revoke temporary protections for Venezuelan migrants, impacting thousands facing deportation.

Saturday, Oct 04

Trump's administration declares drug cartels as terrorist organizations and engages in military strikes, raising legal controversy.

Friday, Oct 03

Nine U.S. universities face pressure from the Trump administration to sign a compact ensuring compliance with certain policies for federal funding access.

Tuesday, Sep 30

The US plans to deport around 400 Iranians back to their home country amid a crackdown on immigration policies.

Thursday, Sep 25

The Trump administration recalls hundreds of federal employees as job cuts from Musk’s DOGE fail to deliver expected savings.