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US Social Security: 2027 COLA and Solvency Projections

92 clusters · 179 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Social Security COLA and earnings test changes expected for 2027

The Social Security Administration is transitioning to full electronic benefit delivery by the end of 2026. The Old-Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) trust fund faces imminent insolvency, with projections suggesting ful

Global opposition and political debate over data centers

24 clusters · 177 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Northampton and Lawrence implement data center regulations

Public opposition to large-scale data center development is increasing globally, driven by concerns regarding energy consumption, environmental impact, and rising resource costs. In the United States, resistance is inten

US-Canada trade war and sovereignty disputes escalate

72 clusters · 2120 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Canada imposes retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion of U.S. imports

The trade dispute between the United States and Canada has escalated into a significant conflict over economic sovereignty. Following the collapse of negotiations in late August, Canada implemented retaliatory tariffs on

US Semiquincentennial and Trump administration policies

344 clusters · 2228 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: US government to provide $1,000 seed capital for children via stock accounts

The United States marked its 250th independence anniversary in early July 2026. President Trump opened celebrations at Mount Rushmore, describing the nation as the ‘most successful, most accomplished and most exceptional

US immigration and deportation policy shifts

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: US Muslim-majority immigration falls 96% under Trump administration

Under the Trump administration, the United States has seen a significant reduction in its foreign-born population and specific immigration flows. Preliminary government data indicates the foreign-born population decreas

IRS citizenship status inquiry on tax forms

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Trump administration proposes citizenship disclosure on IRS tax forms

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released draft versions of Form 1040 for the 2026 tax year that include new questions regarding citizenship and legal work authorization. If finalized, these changes will be im

U.S. crackdown on birth tourism faces judicial block

70 clusters · 1141 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Tom Homan targets birth tourism visa loopholes

Following the June 30, 2026, Supreme Court decision upholding birthright citizenship, President Trump signed executive orders between August 6 and 8, 2026, to curb “birth-tourism.” These orders target children of foreign

ICE enforcement and accountability controversies

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: ICE faces legal challenges over arrest practices in Oregon and Maine

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has faced increasing scrutiny regarding its enforcement tactics and officer accountability. In August 2026, ICE proposed a plan to subsidize professional liability insurance

US domestic and foreign ideological shifts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: American conservatism faces foreign influence and internal ideological shifts

The United States is experiencing significant ideological shifts in both domestic politics and foreign policy. Data indicates a growing interest in socialist and communist ideologies among certain demographics, particula

ICE acquires shock gloves and robotic dogs; CA Governor bans

8 clusters · 153 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: ICE plans $2 million investment in Boston Dynamics robots

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has awarded a $16.7 million no-bid contract to Kentucky-based Compliant Technologies LLC to purchase 6,000 G.L.O.V.E. (Generated Low Output Voltage Emitter) gloves. While th