US halts student visa appointments and plans expanded social media vetting

The state department says the policy will have “significant implications” for embassies and consulates.  

US stops scheduling visa interviews for foreign students while it expands social media vetting

The State Department plans to issue guidance on expanded social media vetting.  

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Todd and Julie Chrisley to Be Pardoned by President Donald Trump

“Your parents are going to be free and clean,” Trump was heard telling the reality stars’ children Savannah and Grayson Chrisley.  

Senate GOP demands new sanctions against Russia

“ITS TIME FOR SANCTIONS STRONG ENUF SO PUTIN KNOWS ‘game over,'” Sen. Chuck Grassley posted.  

Trump pardons reality show couple convicted of bank fraud and tax crimes

President Donald Trump has signed full pardons for imprisoned reality show couple Todd and Julie Chrisley, who were sentenced to lengthy prison terms in 2022 for...

New book ‘The Afterlife of Malcolm X’ examines his lasting impact on civil rights

As Trump lashes out against courts, calls grow for judges to control their security force

Trump to pardon reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, convicted of fraud and tax evasion

President Donald Trump has granted many high-profile pardons since returning to the White House, including for individuals convicted of white-collar crimes.  

Trump to pardon reality TV couple convicted on federal fraud charges

The celebrity pair, known for their roles on the TV show “Chrisley Knows Best,” sought pardons from Trump in February.