Former Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal accuses the Biden administration of quietly cutting funding for Medicare Advantage, harming millions of seniors. He alleges this is a partisan move disguised as payment adjustments, impacting premiums, benefits, and access to care, and potentially hindering the incoming Trump administration’s ability to reverse the cuts.
A controversial HHS tweet celebrating Pansexual and Panromantic Pride Day ignited a firestorm of criticism, highlighting the stark ideological divide between the outgoing and incoming administrations. The post drew responses from prominent figures like Stephen Miller, Caitlyn Jenner, and Elon Musk, foreshadowing a significant shift in policy direction under the incoming Trump administration.
The Biden administration and a private consortium are launching a universal plug-and-charge system for electric vehicles (EVs) in the U.S. by 2025, eliminating the need for multiple apps and payment methods. This initiative aims to address a major hurdle in EV adoption: charging infrastructure.
Following three incidents of U.S. airliners being fired upon in Haiti, leading to a 30-day FAA ground stop, retired NFL player and Jack Brewer Foundation leader Jack Brewer criticizes the Biden administration’s response, calling for stronger military action. He highlights the dangerous conditions faced by Americans and Haitians alike, urging immediate intervention and accountability.
The Biden administration’s plan to charge oil and gas companies a fee on methane emissions has ignited a political firestorm, with Republicans vowing to overturn the rule under the incoming Trump administration. The EPA’s Waste Emissions Charge, intended to incentivize emissions reduction, has been met with fierce opposition, highlighting the partisan divide on energy policies.
The Biden administration has outlined a comprehensive plan to significantly boost the U.S.’s nuclear energy capacity, aiming to triple it from 2020 levels by 2050. This initiative seeks to reach 200 gigawatts (GW) of net nuclear capacity, emphasizing the crucial role nuclear power plays in achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and tackling the climate crisis.
The Biden administration is highlighting the national security risks posed by climate change at the UN Climate Change Summit in Azerbaijan. The administration is emphasizing the need for clean energy transition and addressing the escalating impact of climate disasters on military resources and infrastructure. The focus on climate security comes amidst a backdrop of increased environmental threats and follows the Biden administration’s previous efforts to prioritize climate action in national security policy.
The Biden administration has announced the completion of its Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) replenishment after selling a record amount of oil in 2022 to combat rising fuel prices. The administration purchased 2.4 million barrels of oil, bringing the total replenished to 59 million barrels, but the department’s purchasing fund is now depleted. Despite the depletion, the Biden administration highlights the SPR’s role in stabilizing fuel prices and ensuring energy security.
General Michael “Erik” Kurilla, the head of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), is under investigation for allegedly physically assaulting an airman on a flight to Israel in early September. The incident reportedly occurred after the general became frustrated with logistical and communications issues on the flight. This news comes as Kurilla has been a vocal critic of the Biden administration’s approach to Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, advocating for a more aggressive strategy.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has joined the chorus of online voices criticizing the euthanasia of Peanut, a beloved pet squirrel that had become an internet sensation. Following the animal’s death, Musk accused the Biden administration of being a ‘mindless and heartless killing machine,’ prompting widespread outrage and debate about the handling of the situation by New York state authorities.
