President Trump has enacted significant policies affecting education funding, international trade, and federal employment, reflecting his administration’s assertive approach to governance.
In the past 24 hours, President Donald Trump has enacted significant policies affecting education, international trade, and federal employment. Key developments include:
- Termination of Federal Funding for Vaccine Mandate Institutions:
President Trump signed an executive order ceasing federal funding to schools and universities enforcing COVID-19 vaccine mandates. This action underscores the administration’s stance on personal choice regarding vaccinations. theguardian.com - Trade Negotiations with India:
In a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Trump discussed enhancing trade and defense collaborations. Both leaders expressed intentions to resolve trade disputes and strengthen security ties in the Indo-Pacific region. apnews.com - Federal Workforce Reduction:
The administration announced layoffs of approximately 1,300 probationary employees at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), representing about 10% of its workforce. This move is part of a broader initiative to streamline federal agencies. reuters.com - Judicial Challenges to Executive Orders:
Federal judges have blocked executive orders aimed at restricting healthcare for transgender youth and mandating the restoration of USAID funding. The Department of Justice criticized these rulings as “intolerable judicial overreach.” thetimes.co.uk - Restructuring of Government Agencies:
Elon Musk, leading the Department of Government Efficiency, has been granted access to sensitive treasury records, prompting an audit. This initiative aims to overhaul federal bureaucracy, though it has faced criticism and legal challenges. theguardian.com - AP Banned from White House Coverage: The Trump administration barred the Associated Press (AP) from key White House events after the news outlet refused to adopt the administration’s directive to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. AP representatives criticized the move as a direct attack on press freedom. (apnews.com)
Bibliography:
- “Trump to cut off funding for schools and universities with Covid vaccine mandates – as it happened.” The Guardian, February 14, 2025. theguardian.com
- “Takeaways from Modi, Trump meeting: Cooperation on trade and defense – plus some mutual praise.” Associated Press, February 14, 2025. apnews.com
- “US CDC to lose nearly 1,300 probationary workers under Trump job cuts, AP reports.” Reuters, February 14, 2025. reuters.com
- “Donald Trump lashes out as ‘political’ judges block his orders.” The Times, February 13, 2025. thetimes.co.uk
- “White House bars AP reporter from Oval Office due to AP style policy.” Associated Press, February 11, 2025. (apnews.com)
