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‘Big Beautiful Bill': In early 2025, former President Donald Trump unveiled what he termed a “big, beautiful” federal spending bill designed to inject substantial resources into national infrastructure, defense, and social programs. The celebrated entrepreneur and CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, Elon Musk, publicly criticized the proposal, aligning himself with several leading Republican figures who opposed the measure on constitutional and fiscal grounds. This intersection of billionaire influence, partisan politics, and constitutional debate raises fundamental questions about the scope of federal power, the role of private citizens in public policy, and the legal boundaries of congressional appropriations.

On May 29, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade delivered a landmark ruling that temporarily enjoins President Donald Trump’s sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs—scheduled to take effect April 2—on constitutional grounds. These measures, imposed under the guise of curbing illegal immigration and combating drug trafficking, would have levied 10 percent duties on all imports from countries with which the United States runs trade deficits, and up to 25 percent on specific sectors. Instead, the court found that the president overstepped his authority under both the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and Article I of the Constitution, which vests Congress with exclusive power over trade and commerce.

Federal Court Blocks Trump's Sweeping Tariffs: On May 28, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade issued a landmark ruling in V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. United States, striking down the "Liberation Day" tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The court found that the tariffs exceeded the authority granted by IEEPA, leading to a significant shift in U.S. trade policy and a notable reaction in global markets.

On May 28, 2025, the United States Court of International Trade issued a landmark ruling in V.O.S. Selections, Inc. v. Trump, striking down the so-called “Liberation Day” tariffs imposed by former President Donald J. Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). These sweeping levies—ranging from a baseline 10 % duty on most imports to as high as 145 % on Chinese goods—were announced via Executive Order 14257 on April 2, 2025, and justified as an emergency response to persistent trade imbalances and threats to domestic manufacturing. However, the court found that the president had exceeded the authority delegated by Congress, permanently enjoining enforcement of the tariffs and ordering U.S. Customs and Border Protection to cease collections under the challenged orders (Restani, J., May 28, 2025).

Trump Administration Halts New Student Visa Interviews: In a significant policy shift, the Trump administration has announced a suspension of new student visa interviews as part of its ongoing crackdown on foreign students entering the United States. The move, reported by The Guardian in late May 2025, has drawn both support and condemnation, highlighting the intersection of national security, immigration policy, and the U.S. education system. This article explores the legal, constitutional, and societal tensions raised by this decision, offering a thorough analysis of the policy's implications.

Israel's Plan to Control 75%: The Israeli government recently unveiled plans to take control of 75% of the Gaza Strip, a strategic move that has sparked widespread debate about its potential legal, political, and humanitarian implications. In an effort to fortify security and exert influence over the contested region, Israel aims to enhance its territorial dominance amidst the ongoing conflict with Hamas. This decision underscores the complex intersection of international law, human rights, and security policy. What does this unprecedented action mean for the region, and how will it shape the future of Israeli-Palestinian relations?