Trump Action Archive

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• 2030 Census Advisory Committee Meeting Cancellation — The Census Bureau, part of the Department of Commerce, announced the cancellation of the 2030 Census Advisory Committee meeting that was scheduled for April 3-4, 2025.

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• Mass layoffs directed by OPM under Trump and Musk — On February 13, 2025, the U.S.

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• Trump Administration Fires Over 1,300 Education Department Employees — The Trump administration executed a mass firing of over 1,300 employees from the U.S.
• US Department of Education announces layoffs of 1,300 employees — The US Department of Education announced the layoff of 1,300 employees, nearly half of its workforce, as part of a restructuring effort.
• US Department of Education announces layoffs of nearly half its workforce — The US Department of Education announced plans to lay off 1,300 employees, nearly halving its workforce.

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• Trump defends Musk amid Tesla protests — President Trump publicly defended Elon Musk, stating that Musk is doing a "fantastic job" and criticizing those protesting at Tesla dealerships as "domestic terrorists." This statement was made in the context of

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• Columbia University Expels Students for Pro-Palestinian Protest — Columbia University announced the expulsion, suspension, or temporary revocation of diplomas for students involved in a pro-Palestinian protest at Hamilton Hall in 2024.
• Columbia University disciplinary actions against protest participants — Columbia University announced disciplinary actions against students involved in pro-Palestinian protests, resulting in sanctions that include multi-year suspensions and expulsions.

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• EPA Announces Rescheduled Meetings for 1,3-Butadiene Risk Evaluation — The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has rescheduled meetings of the Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC) to review the draft risk evaluation for 1,3-butadiene, now set for March 25 and April 1-4, 2025.
• EPA Reschedules SACC Meetings for 1,3-Butadiene Risk Evaluation — The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced new dates for the Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC) meetings to review the draft risk evaluation for 1,3-butadiene.

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• EPA Establishes Pesticide Tolerances for Metamitron — The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established tolerances for residues of the herbicide metamitron in or on apples and pears at 0.01 parts per million.

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• OSHA Extends OMB Approval for Dipping and Coating Operations — The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has extended the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval for information collection requirements related to special dipping and coating operations.

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• USDA cuts over $1bn in local food purchases for schools and food banks — The U.S.
• U.S. Department of Agriculture cuts funding for local food programs — On March 12, 2025, the United States Department of Agriculture announced it would cut about $1 billion in funding that enables schools and food banks to purchase directly from local farms and ranches.

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• Federal judge orders Doge to release internal records for transparency — A federal judge, Christopher Cooper, has ordered Elon Musk's "department of government efficiency" (Doge) to release its internal documents, citing the need for transparency.

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• Trump Administration Files Emergency Appeals on Birthright Citizenship — The Trump administration filed a series of emergency appeals to the Supreme Court to proceed with plans to end birthright citizenship.
• Trump administration requests Supreme Court to allow birthright citizenship order — The Trump administration, through acting solicitor general Sarah Harris, has filed a request with the Supreme Court to allow the enforcement of an executive order that seeks to restrict birthright citizenship.
• Trump administration seeks Supreme Court approval on birthright citizenship — The Trump administration has requested the U.S.

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• Trump Administration Issues Warnings to 60 Colleges Over Antisemitism — The U.S.

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• Department of Education Abolishes Offices in Civil Rights Division — The Department of Education announced the abolition of more than half of the offices in its Civil Rights Division, resulting in significant staff reductions.

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• Department of Education Concludes Investigation into Maine's Education Policies — The Department of Education concluded its investigation into the Maine Department of Education, determining that the state was violating Title IX by allowing transgender youth to participate in sports consistent with

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• Senator Bernie Sanders Tours to Address Oligarchy — Senator Bernie Sanders is conducting a nationwide tour titled "Fighting Oligarchy: Where We Go From Here," aimed at mobilizing support against the concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a few.
• Thousands Protest Against Government Cuts — Senator Bernie Sanders is conducting a nationwide tour titled "Fighting Oligarchy: Where We Go From Here," aimed at addressing concerns about wealth concentration and advocating for democratic principles.
• Thousands Protest Against Government Cuts and Oligarchy — On March 7, 2025, thousands of researchers and their supporters participated in over 150 Stand Up for Science protests across the United States.

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• OSHA Extends OMB Approval for DBCP Information Collection — The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced the extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval for the information collection requirements under the

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• Stepan Company Applies for Controlled Substances Import Registration — The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has announced that Stepan Company has applied to be registered as an importer of coca leaves, a Schedule II controlled substance.

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• Trump Administration Continues Tariff Policy Amid Economic Concerns — The Trump administration is persisting with its tariff policy, imposing tariffs on countries such as Canada, Mexico, and China.
• Trump announces doubling tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum — President Donald Trump announced on his social media platform that he plans to double tariffs on steel and aluminum from Canada from 25% to 50%.
• Trump implements 25% tariffs on all imported steel and aluminum — Despite initially threatening to raise tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum to 50%, President Trump implemented a 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum products, effective immediately.

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• VA plans to cut 80,000 jobs, impacting veteran services — According to a memo obtained by the Associated Press, VA Secretary Doug Collins is planning to cut 80,000 jobs, which represents about 20% of the agency's workforce.

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• U.S. District Judge issues order regarding Khalil's removal — U.S.
• Federal Judge Blocks Deportation of Mahmoud Khalil — A federal judge temporarily blocked the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil while the court considers a challenge to his detention.
• Federal Judge Bars Deportation of Mahmoud Khalil Pending Hearing — A federal judge in Manhattan issued an order barring the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and recent Columbia University graduate, pending a hearing.

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• Alabama, et al. v. California, et al. — The Supreme Court denied the motion for leave to file a bill of complaint in a case where Alabama and 18 other states sought to sue California and other states.

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• Cassirer v. Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection — The Supreme Court granted the petition for a writ of certiorari in the case of Cassirer v.

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• Federal Election Commission Sunshine Act Meeting Notice — The Federal Election Commission announced a Sunshine Act meeting scheduled for March 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m.

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• Census Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting Cancellation — The Census Bureau announced the cancellation of the Census Scientific Advisory Committee meeting that was scheduled for March 13-14, 2025.

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• Protests against Elon Musk's policies escalate — Protests against Tesla dealerships have increased, with reports of vandalism and violence linked to dissatisfaction with Elon Musk's policies and the administration's actions.
• Protests against Tesla reported across the country — Protests have been reported outside Tesla showrooms, dealerships, and charging stations nationwide, with claims that they are funded by groups associated with George Soros.
• Protests Against Elon Musk's Influence on Government — Protests erupted at Tesla dealerships, including one in Manhattan, where demonstrators chanted against Elon Musk, asserting that "Nobody voted for Elon Musk." These protests are part of a broader movement against the