James Barragán, Lexi Churchill, Vianna Davila and Natalia Contreras

Examining the implications of Musk’s appointment to lead Trump’s new department of Government Efficiency and what It means for American democracy.

Amid threats to deploy federal troops for mass deportations and protest suppression, advocates warn that recent legal shifts may grant unprecedented latitude to a second Trump administration.

Let’s make the most of it, no matter how much hope we have. What we need most of all is not optimism, but determination.

Republican ideals have evolved over millennia, shaping governance across the globe. Modern republics continue to adapt, but face challenges in upholding their foundational principles.

Republican vice-presidential nominee J.D. Vance reveals Elon Musk could lead a commission to cut federal spending, with Social Security and the Department of Defense as potential targets. The billionaire’s past decision-making raises concerns about the future of essential programs.