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Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Rep. Andy Barr in the Republican primary for the Kentucky Senate seat vacated by retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell. The endorsement highlights Barr’s alignment with Trump’s agenda. This development could influence the GOP’s direction in the Senate. Key Points Trump endorses Rep. Andy Barr for Kentucky Senate primary. Barr aims […]

Former President Donald Trump expressed admiration for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, stating he likes him and could consider him for a cabinet position after his gubernatorial term. The comments were made on Friday, highlighting a potential political alliance. This comes amid speculation about future roles in a possible Trump administration. Key Points Trump praises DeSantis

Cornell University’s president was involved in a low-speed car incident where they ran into protesters on campus. The event occurred amid ongoing campus demonstrations, as reported by Inside Higher Ed. Details on injuries or legal actions were not specified in the excerpt. Key Points Incident involved Cornell president driving into protesters at low speed. Reported

Florida’s average starting teacher salary rose to $49,435, placing it 19th in the nation according to the National Education Association’s data. However, the overall average teacher salary of $56,663 ranks Florida 50th nationwide. The union highlights that despite the increase between 2025 and 2026, Florida remains at the bottom of national teacher pay rankings. Key

The U.S. public debt has reached 100.2% of gross domestic product as of March 31, according to data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis. This marks the highest level since World War II. The milestone underscores ongoing fiscal pressures on the national economy. Key Points Public debt at 100.2% of GDP Highest ratio since World

New York City students are actively participating in redesigning their school playgrounds with creative features like pink basketball courts, hair braiding stations, and butterfly gardens. This initiative transforms schoolyards into community-oriented public spaces that benefit students and local residents. The project emphasizes student involvement in the planning and design process to foster personal growth and

Leon Botstein, president of Bard College, is retiring following an investigation that found he minimized his connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The probe revealed Botstein’s statement that he would accept money from anyone to fund his work, including controversial sources. The retirement comes amid scrutiny of higher education leadership ties to Epstein. Key

Leon Botstein, president of Bard College, will retire this summer after a 51-year tenure following an investigation that found he was not fully accurate about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. The law firm’s review determined Botstein minimized his ties to the convicted sex offender. Botstein has led Bard since 1975 and is known for innovative

The U.S. Department of Education is initiating the National Study of Special Education Spending with $5.6 million in funding. This marks the first comprehensive federal examination of spending under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in over two decades. The study aims to analyze how funds are allocated for students with disabilities in K-12

The U.S. Justice Department has initiated investigations into 36 school districts in Illinois. The probes focus on whether these districts have included LGBTQ+ inclusive content in their classrooms and if they provide parental opt-out options. The agency aims to assess compliance with relevant policies. Key Points Justice Department investigating 36 Illinois school districts Focus on