–Editorial In a decisive move to safeguard state interests amid potential federal policy shifts, the California Assembly passed two bills on Feb. 3 aimed at bolstering legal defense and providing immigration aid. Backed by Assembly Democrats, these measures allocate $50 million to support legal services for vulnerable communities and establish …
February, 2025
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3 February
U.S. and Mexico Agree to One-Month Tariff Suspension Amid High-Stakes Negotiations
-Editorial Leaders from both nations commit to enhanced border security and trade talks to prevent economic fallout In a significant development, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that, following a recent conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, the United States has agreed to suspend the planned tariffs on Mexican goods for …
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2 February
Trump’s Executive Order to Impose Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China: Economic Consequences and Political Fallout
-Editorial President Donald Trump has issued a landmark executive order imposing tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, citing concerns over illicit drug trafficking and illegal migration that have plagued U.S. communities. The order, which invokes the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and the National Emergencies Act (NEA), grants the …
January, 2025
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26 January
Trump Issues Stern Warning to Colombia, Forcing Petro to Concede Amid Diplomatic Standoff
-Editorial In a dramatic turn of events happening on Jan. 26, President Donald Trump issued a series of stern warnings to Colombia following its refusal to accept two U.S. repatriation flights carrying individuals Trump described as “illegal criminals.” The diplomatic row unfolded over the weekend as Trump announced a slew …
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25 January
President Trump and Governor Newsom Coordinate Efforts in Los Angeles Firestorm Recovery
-Editorial President Donald Trump met with Governor Gavin Newsom on the tarmac at Los Angeles International Airport during the President’s visit to survey areas devastated by recent firestorms. Standing next to Air Force One, Governor Newsom welcomed President Trump to California and emphasized the need for coordinated recovery efforts. “We …
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24 January
California Leads Multistate Lawsuit Challenging Executive Order on Birthright Citizenship
-Editorial California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit challenging an executive order issued by President Trump that seeks to end birthright citizenship in the United States. Joined by 17 other state attorneys general and the City of San Francisco, the lawsuit argues that the executive order violates the Fourteenth …
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22 January
IID Board Approves Energy Rate Increase
-Editorial The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Board of Directors unanimously approved a power rate adjustment on Jan. 21, marking the district’s first increase since 2015. The rate update is intended to address rising costs associated with maintaining and modernizing IID’s electric system, including infrastructure upgrades, fuel procurement, labor expenses, and …
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21 January
Claudia Sheinbaum Defends Mexico’s Sovereignty Amid U.S. Executive Orders
-Editorial In the face of recent executive orders signed by U.S. President Donald Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reaffirmed her commitment to defending Mexico’s sovereignty and independence. During a recent address, Sheinbaum emphasized that her administration will always prioritize the well-being of Mexican nationals living in the United States, stating, …
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21 January
The High Stakes of Trump’s Executive Orders: Security, Citizenship, and Constitutional Challenges
-Editorial President Donald Trump’s first day in office was marked by a sweeping series of executive actions aimed at fulfilling key campaign promises. Among the most notable was an executive order designating certain international cartels and transnational criminal organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) or Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs). …
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20 January
Donald Trump Returns as 47th President: Declares Border Emergency, Vows Tough Action on Immigration, Cartels, and a New Era of ‘America First’
-Editorial Donald J. Trump was sworn in on January 20, 2025, as the 47th president of the United States, becoming the second leader in U.S. history to serve two non-consecutive terms. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath of office in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. Vice President JD …