Scott Bessent’s Appointment Signals Potential Shift in CFPB Regulations
On January 31, 2025, Scott Bessent was appointed Acting Director of the CFPB, promising to pursue economic growth and potentially reverse prior regulations.

Trump’s Executive Order Disengages U.S. From Key United Nations Agencies
February 5, 2025
President Trump signed an executive order to withdraw the U.S. from the UN Human Rights Council and UNRWA, citing anti-American bias and prioritizing domestic interests.

NASL Faces Uphill Battle After Antitrust Ruling Favors U.S. Soccer Federation
February 5, 2025
A federal jury ruled in favor of U.S. Soccer Federation in an antitrust case against NASL, dismissing claims of a sports monopoly and judicial errors.

Trump’s Laken Riley Act Empowers States to Challenge Federal Immigration Policies
February 4, 2025
The Laken Riley Act empowers state attorneys general to challenge visa issuance for nationals from countries delaying repatriation, reshaping federal immigration power.

Karla Gilbride Joins Public Citizen After EEOC Departure, Advocating Checks and Balances
February 4, 2025
Karla Gilbride joins Public Citizen as deputy director after being ousted as EEOC general counsel, pledging to uphold constitutional checks and balances.

Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Insurance for Political Campaigns
February 4, 2025
Political campaigns must navigate complex risks and secure essential insurance coverage as expenses soar and threats, including cyberattacks, increase.

Tariffs as Political Tools: The Risks of Monarchical Governance in America
February 4, 2025
The article critiques Trump’s monarchical use of tariffs as political leverage, warning it may backfire and damage U.S. global trade relationships long-term.