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Johnson’s victory demonstrates the prevalence of voters’ liberal views on issues such as abortion, education and, in particular, crime (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Brandon Johnson (3x4a)” by TDKR Chicago 101. March 28, 2023). 

Progressives see victories in recent Chicago and Wisconsin elections

By Gauri Patel | Apr. 18, 2023

Following the surprise victory of the Democrats in the 2022 midterms, the Democratic party has seen boosts of momentum after recent victories in the Chicago and Wisconsin elections. The results in Chicago and Wisconsin are an affirmation of how voters "turn out and are responsive to" the Democratic party’s messaging on key issues, like crime and abortion, according to Colin Seeberger, a senior advisor at the Center for American Progress Action Fund. This could have implications for the 2024 presidential race, especially after news broke about former President Donald Trump’s historic indictment. 

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A chemical spill into the Delaware River caused contamination in the water systems of the Tristate area, affecting both the people that live there and nearby residents (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Burlington Bristol Draw Bridge from 100 ft above the Delaware River” by James Loesch. October 29, 2022).

Chemical spill in Delaware River causes water contamination

By Aneri Upadhyay | Apr. 13, 2023

On March 24, a chemical spill into the Delaware River caused contamination in the water systems of the Tristate area, affecting both the people that live there and nearby residents. This caused dangerous material, such as latex, to spill and spread into the Delaware River, which provides water to parts of Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Delaware. 

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Some E.U. members, such as Finland, have joined NATO since Russia’s plan to put tactical nuclear arms in Belarus, further forming and distinguishing countries' alliances (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Flags of Finland and NATO 4.4.2023” by FinnishGovernment. April 4, 2023). 

Finland joins NATO as Russia plans to put nuclear arms in Belarus

By Nicole Trinkl | Apr. 12, 2023

More than a year after Russian forces invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, President Vladimir Putin has continued to increase efforts to gain more territory and control over Ukraine. More recently, Russia's plan to put tactical nuclear arms in Belarus has raised concerns of possible escalation. Some E.U. members, such as Finland, have since joined NATO, further forming and distinguishing countries' alliances.

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Protests have erupted across France over President Emmanuel Macron’s move to force through pension system reforms that will raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Immense manifestation du 23 mars 2023 en défense des retraites” by Jeanne Menjoulet. March 23, 2023). 

Increase in retirement age causes mass protests in France

By Gauri Patel | Apr. 11, 2023

Protests have erupted across France over President Emmanuel Macron’s move to force through pension system reforms that will raise the retirement age from 62 to 64. Although the proposed pension reforms have already been unpopular among workers since the measure was put forth in January, the manner in which the bill was passed has sparked the most anger. After it became apparent that the bill would not be passed through the parliament, on March 16, Macron ordered Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne to invoke a special constitutional power to force the bill through without a vote. 

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In an attempt to address all the growing concerns Americans have of the app, Tik Tok CEO Shou Zi Chew testified before Congress on March 23 (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/ “Shou Zi Chew” by Tom Williams. March 23, 2023). 

Growing security concerns of Chinese-owned social media app TikTok may lead to a national ban

By Nicole Trinkl | Apr. 8, 2023

As the social media app TikTok has grown in popularity in the United States, increased concerns about privacy and security have arisen, leading to an initiative to try to ban the app. Issues regarding whether the app is collecting Americans’ private information and manipulating users through its algorithm has catapulted Congress’s desire to remove the app entirely from U.S. devices. 

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Former President Donald Trump is facing a slew of legal challenges, leading to possible trouble for his 2024 reelection campaign (Photo courtesy of Donald J. Trump Presidential Library via Instagram. October 18, 2020).

As Manhattan grand jury announces indictment, Former President Trump is facing other legal woes

By Mike Sherr | Mar. 31, 2023

Former President Donald Trump was indicted by a New York grand jury on March 30. While the charge has not been directly revealed at time of writing, the decision was based on a hush money scandal that occurred in 2016. The 45th president is facing other legal challenges, as well including possible interference in Georgia’s 2020 presidential election and the withholding of classified documents at Mar-a-lago. 

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A $1.6 Billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News by Dominion Voting Systems claims that Fox News was spreading false election claims during and after the 2020 Presidential Election (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Ballot Counting Machine” by Lance Fisher. November 7, 2006). 

Dominion Voting Systems sues Fox News for false 2020 election claims

By Nicole Trinkl | Mar. 29, 2023

A $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News by Dominion Voting Systems filed in March 2021, claiming that Fox News was spreading false election claims during and after the 2020 Presidential Election, has led to a landmark case. Dominion Voting Systems Inc v. Fox News Network LLC could significantly impact how news commentators report on the news moving forward. The case could also reinforce what news organizations will be held liable for when they spread false information. 

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Silicon Valley Bank collapsed and was taken over by federal regulators, marking the largest failure of a U.S. financial institution since the height of the global financial crisis of 2008 (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“3003 West Tasman Drive entrance 2, Santa Clara, California” by Minh Nguyen. March 13, 2023). 

Silicon Valley Bank collapse sends shockwaves through financial industry

By Gauri Patel | Mar. 27, 2023

On March 10, California-based Silicon Valley Bank collapsed and was taken over by federal regulators, marking the largest failure of a U.S. financial institution since the height of the global financial crisis of 2008, according to AP. The financial industry, already struggling with the consequences of climbing interest rates and self-inflicted wounds, has felt the shockwaves after the collapse. 

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Although the 2024 presidential election process may still be a while away, the presidential candidates and political issues for the next election cycle are already beginning to emerge (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons/“Joe Biden and Donald Trump” by Gage Skidmore, Shealah Craighead, krassotkin. November 4, 2020). 

Examining 2024 presidential candidates and the election process

By Ben Gallanter | Mar. 23, 2023

American voters, attentively observing political news in their homes across the nation, are becoming curious about what the 2024 United States presidential election will entail. Although the 2024 presidential election process may still be a while away, the presidential candidates and political issues for the next election cycle are already beginning to emerge. 

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On Tuesday, the Supreme Court held a hearing on President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan that would cancel up to $20,000 in student debt for borrowers with limited earnings (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Text - Student loans on paper piece with a pile us dollar bills” by Marco Verch Professional Photographer. May, 25, 2021).  

Supreme Court Justices holds a hearing on Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan

By Gauri Patel | Mar. 7, 2023

The Supreme Court held a hearing on President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan that would cancel up to $20,000 in student debt for borrowers with limited earnings, according to NPR. If the program is implemented, 43 million student loan borrowers will benefit, and nearly 45%, or 20 million people, can have their remaining student debt fully canceled. About 1.12 million New Jersey residents have applied for federal student loan forgiveness, according to data from Politico. 

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The United States Food and Drug Administration recently approved an at-home test for flu and COVID-19 (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Making a Covid 19 home self test” by Jernej Furman. September 29, 2021). 

FDA approves dual at-home test for flu and Covid-19

By Aneri Upadhyay | Mar. 3, 2023

The United States Food and Drug Administration recently approved an at-home test for flu and Covid-19 on Feb. 24. This test would allow the general public to be able to determine if they have the flu or Covid-19, an important distinction due to the similar symptoms from both illnesses. The emergence of at-home tests to distinguish influenza from Covid-19 is especially important with the removal of on campus testing at the College. 

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Russian President Vladimir Putin announced in his state of the nation address that Moscow is suspending participation in New START, a nuclear arms control treaty with the United States (Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Vladimir Putin” by Global Panorama. July 8, 2014). 

Russia suspends nuclear arms treaty after Biden’s visit to Ukraine

By Gauri Patel | Feb. 24, 2023

On Feb. 21, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced in his state of the nation address that Moscow is suspending participation in New START, the last remaining nuclear arms control treaty with the United States, according to Reuters. Putin cited the U.S.’ support for Ukraine and the accusation that the U.S. and NATO are supposedly working for Russia’s destruction as the reason behind the announcement. 

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(Photo courtesy of Flickr/“Members of the UK's International Search & Rescue team at work in Hatay, Turkey, looking for survivors of the devastating earthquakes” by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. February 8, 2023). 

Earthquake kills over 46,000 and leaves Turkey and Syria in crisis

By Amber Nodes | Feb. 23, 2023

In the early morning of Feb. 6, a level 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey and north-west Syria, killing many in the strongest earthquake recorded for Turkey in almost 85 years, OCHA reported on the day of the catastrophe. Another earthquake of a 6.3 magnitude devastated the Turkey and Syria border on Feb. 20, killing six people and injuring more.

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