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On March 19, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed a memorandum eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) from the Foreign Service. The memorandum directs the Secretary of State to cease using DEI as a criterion for hiring, promotion, and retention, ensuring that these decisions are based solely on merit. This policy change aims to restore fairness and accountability in federal hiring practices across the government.
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The White House has issued a memorandum aimed at eliminating discriminatory practices within the Foreign Service. It emphasizes that hiring and promotion decisions should be based on merit, without reference to diversity and equity ideologies. Furthermore, it outlines procedures for investigating and addressing any past discriminatory actions by members of the Foreign Service.
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The White House has announced an order to enhance national resilience through local preparedness. This initiative emphasizes the critical role of state and local governments in managing risks to infrastructure, including cyber attacks and natural disasters.
It includes the creation of a National Resilience Strategy and a National Risk Register, which will prioritize and streamline federal policies to better support citizens and improve readiness across the nation.
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On March 19, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order aimed at improving the efficiency of state and local preparedness for incidents such as cyber attacks and severe weather. The Order simplifies federal response policies and establishes a National Resilience Strategy to enhance national readiness. It also creates a National Risk Register to identify and measure risks to infrastructure, assisting state and local governments in responding more effectively to the needs of their communities.
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This week, the White House is recognizing National Poison Prevention Week, highlighting the serious issue of accidental poisoning in the United States. The increase in fentanyl overdoses has intensified this concern, particularly among young people, leading the administration to address drug trafficking. Americans are encouraged to understand the dangers of poisons, secure their homes, and use resources like the Poison Help Line to safeguard themselves and their families.
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On March 18, 2025, the President of the United States proclaimed National Agriculture Day. This day recognizes the important contributions of farmers and ranchers to the American economy and way of life.
The proclamation emphasizes efforts to support agriculture, including initiatives to combat bird flu and promote fair trade practices, ensuring that American farmers can remain competitive in the global market.
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The article discusses President Trump’s tariffs on steel imports, which aim to revitalize the American steel industry. It highlights concerns regarding increasing imports from exempt countries that may threaten domestic production. Industry leaders argue that a robust domestic steel supply is essential for national and economic security, and they commend the President for his firm stance against potential exemptions.
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Today, the President commemorates St. Patrick’s Day with the Irish-American community and all citizens. He reflects on the life of Saint Patrick, who introduced Christianity to Ireland over 1,600 years ago and symbolizes resilience and faith. This day celebrates Irish culture and the strong bond between the United States and Ireland, highlighting shared values such as family and freedom.
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The article discusses the economic relief efforts undertaken by President Trump and his administration. It notes a significant decrease in the wholesale price of eggs, which fell from $6.55 to $3.45 per dozen, representing a 47.3% reduction.
Additionally, gas prices have also declined, with the nationwide average dropping by 42 cents compared to last year, marking the lowest level for March in four years.
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A recent NBC poll indicates that President Donald J. Trump has reached the highest approval rating of his presidency. The poll also shows that a larger number of Americans believe the country is on the right track, a sentiment not observed in over two decades. Voters expressed their belief that President Trump is making positive changes on key issues, including tariffs.
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