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How SCOTUS is Trumping Tariffs
On February 20th, The Supreme Court shot down almost all of Trump's tariffs. How? Why? What is next?
Madison Shanfeld
Feb 244 min read


Touchdown: The Super Bowls' Musical Statements
The Super Bowl Halftime Shows are not just for entertainment; they're statements. Explore how the 2025 and 2026 Super Bowl performances worked to make one cohesive political statement.
Madison Shanfeld
Feb 206 min read


Big to Bigger: The Expansion of the Executive Branch Over Time
After 238 years with our Constitution, does the original executive power structure remain the same today, and has it fluctuated throughout history?
Madison Shanfeld
Jan 126 min read


Government Shutdown
By: Madison Shanfeld credits: Politico The longest Government shutdown in American history, being 43 days long, ended on November 12, 2025. While the idea and effects of the shutdown have been cycling through the news, it’s imperative we dissect the idea of government shutdowns, and how it has impacted the current political climate. What is a Government Shutdown A government shutdown is the temporary closure of government services and agencies due to lapses in congression
Madison Shanfeld
Nov 28, 20255 min read


Universities' Continuous Battle with the Trump Administration
credits: Brown Daily Harold This article is a direct follow-up of my previous post, "Harvard vs Trump", which delves into the background and core details of the court disagreements between the elite university and the Trump Administration. The objective is to resume where the last article finished and reveal the court's decision, the possible effects on Universities and the Federal Government, what has happened since. Decision on Funding Freeze On September 3rd, 2025, Jud
Madison Shanfeld
Oct 12, 20254 min read


Growing Governmental ICE
credits: CNN Introduction In modern media, it is common to see ICE depicted as this new formidable force, Los Angeles Times strapped with the newest guns, heavy vests, and raiding in large groups; however, ICE was created after the 9/11/2001 terrorist attacks and passed in November of 2002. ICE was part of the Homeland Security Act, also known as the largest reorganization of the United States government since the creation of the Department of Defense. The Department of Home
Madison Shanfeld
Sep 22, 20255 min read


Harvard vs Trump
By: Madison Shanfeld photo credits: Financial Times Introduction Harvard University has cemented itself as one of the most prestigious...
Madison Shanfeld
Jun 9, 20255 min read


The SAVE Act
By: Madison Shanfeld What is the SAVE Act? The SAVE Act, or the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, is a voting bill that some say...
Madison Shanfeld
Jun 6, 20253 min read


The Judiciary: past, present, and future.
Get to know the Judiciary
Madison Shanfeld
Mar 18, 20256 min read


President Trump 2.0: One Month in Office
By: Madison Shanfeld NBC INAUGRATION A new term has officially started. The oval office in Washington DC is no longer occupied by Joe Biden, but by President Donald J. Trump. The Inauguration and what follows in the first days of office is a national event that fills the news channels and papers for weeks to come. What is the Inauguration By Oxford’s dictionary, the noun inauguration is, “the beginning or introduction of a system, policy, or period. But what is the Inaugu
Madison Shanfeld
Feb 23, 20257 min read


Demographics and Economics of the Political Parties
By: Madison Shanfeld CNN The previous several articles have been focused on current events within politics. However, to get a better...
Madison Shanfeld
Jan 26, 20255 min read


What the Election Results Could Mean for America
By: Madison Shanfeld It is official, Donald Trump will be the next president of the United States. Wether you are popping champagne or the lid to Ben and Jerry’s, it is crucial to look at what this means for the country. HOW IT WAS WON NBC News Despite the many polls, the country was more lopsided than previously thought. The country anticipated a multitude of recounts from the swing states but the vote was clean and the margin was above the one percent needed to institu
Madison Shanfeld
Dec 3, 20247 min read
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