Politics & Policy

The federal government shutdown has now entered its 12th day, leaving millions of Americans, including federal employees and citizens who rely on government services, in a state of uncertainty. The deadlock between Republicans and Democrats remains unresolved, with no clear path to a compromise in sight. As the shutdown stretches on, its effects continue to

Golden State Review Contributor·October 12, 2025

On October 6, 2025, President Donald Trump approved the highly anticipated Ambler Road project in Alaska, marking a major milestone in the state’s infrastructure development. This ambitious project aims to create a road connecting the Ambler Mining District, rich in mineral resources, to the existing road system in Alaska, facilitating access to one of the

Golden State Review Contributor·October 7, 2025

As of October 4, 2025, the U.S. federal government remains in a state of shutdown, now entering its fourth day. The closure, resulting from an inability to reach an agreement on the budget for the 2026 fiscal year, has left approximately 800,000 federal employees furloughed and another 700,000 continuing to work without pay. This ongoing

Golden State Review Contributor·October 5, 2025

As of September 29, 2025, the United States government has officially entered a shutdown after negotiations between President Trump and congressional leaders from both parties failed to reach a funding agreement. The standoff between the White House and Senate Democrats, in particular, led to the suspension of essential government services and operations across the nation.

Golden State Review Contributor·October 1, 2025

The United States and Japan have announced a landmark trade agreement that includes a $550 billion investment from Japanese firms into the U.S. economy and plans for a joint liquefied natural gas (LNG) venture in Alaska. The framework, revealed at a joint press conference in Washington, also features a mutual 15% tariff structure applied to

Golden State Review Contributor·July 23, 2025

On July 16, 2025, U.S. financial markets experienced renewed turbulence as speculation swirled over potential Federal Reserve leadership changes and monetary policy shifts. Reports emerged that former President Trump was considering the dismissal of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, triggering sharp volatility in the dollar, Treasury yields, and equity indexes. Although Trump swiftly refuted the rumors,

Golden State Review Contributor·July 17, 2025

On June 20, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued a pivotal decision temporarily allowing former President Donald Trump to retain federal control over California’s National Guard, deferring a lower court’s order that would have returned command to Governor Gavin Newsom. The ruling marks a new phase in the intensifying legal and political standoff

Golden State Review Contributor·June 20, 2025

WASHINGTON (June 18, 2025) – The Senate Intelligence Committee, in a forceful rebuttal to recent claims by U.S. and allied leaders, released a set of assessed intelligence findings stating that Iran is not currently pursuing a nuclear weapons program. These findings directly contradict public assertions from President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu,

Golden State Review Contributor·June 19, 2025

On June 17, 2025, President Donald Trump made a sudden and unexpected departure from the ongoing G7 summit in Canada, returning to Washington, D.C., in response to rapidly escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. The President’s abrupt exit comes as the United States and its allies confront an increasingly volatile situation in the Middle East,

Golden State Review Contributor·June 18, 2025

As the U.S. Supreme Court approaches the end of its term, several high-profile cases are poised to deliver decisions that could significantly impact American society and law. Among the most closely watched are cases concerning gender-affirming care for minors, state-level firearm regulations, and the role of religious expression in publicly funded education. These rulings are

Golden State Review Contributor·June 17, 2025