President Trump plans to pardon Todd and Julie Chrisley, the reality TV stars who are currently serving prison time for bank fraud and tax evasion. The couple obtained fraudulent loans exceeding $30 million for lavish expenses and evaded taxes on reality TV income. Trump expressed intent to pardon them in a call with their children, criticizing the severity of their sentences. (CBS News)
The Trump administration plans to review Harvard’s federal grants, potentially ending or redirecting funding, as part of an escalating battle with the university. The administration estimates $100 million in contracts could be impacted, after previously freezing $2.2 billion in grants and revoking Harvard’s ability to enroll international students. Harvard warns this could halt crucial research. (BBC)
NPR and three Colorado public radio stations are suing the Trump administration for cutting federal funding for public broadcasting, citing a violation of the First Amendment. NPR CEO alleges the executive order aims to punish NPR based on content disliked by the president. Aspen Public Radio, Colorado Public Radio, and KSUT Public Radio are also part of the lawsuit. (NPR)
Walmart was fined $16,000 for shipping realistic toy guns to New York, violating state law banning sales of toy guns resembling real firearms. Attorney General Letitia James stated the ban aims to protect communities from potential danger and unlawful activities. Walmart failed to prevent third-party sellers from selling non-compliant toy guns, resulting in the fine. (UPI)
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. removed the COVID-19 vaccine from the CDC’s immunization schedule for “healthy children and pregnant women.” This move could affect doctor guidance and insurance coverage. Kennedy, a vaccine skeptic, announced the change in a video post, aligning it with President Trump’s health goals. (ABC News)
