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Mia Love, First Black Republican Congresswoman, Dies at 49; US-Venezuela Deportation Agreement Shows Mixed Results

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Key Takeaways

  • Former U.S. Rep. Mia Love died at 49 after battling brain cancer.
  • Venezuela accepted a US deportation flight with 199 people on March 23, 2025.
  • President Trump signed an executive order to dismantle the Education Department.
  • The White House seeks corporate sponsors for the Easter Egg Roll, packages range $75K-$200K.
  • Greenland PM opposes US delegation visit, calling it 'highly aggressive'.

Remembering Mia

Former U.S. Rep. Mia Love dies at 49

Former U.S. Rep. Mia Love of Utah, the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, died on March 24, 2025, at the age of 49. Her family announced she died peacefully at home after battling brain cancer, and tributes poured in, including from Utah Governor Spencer Cox.

Global Stage

US-Venezuela deportation agreement: Mixed results reported

On March 23, 2025, El Salvador rejected two of the 238 Venezuelan men deported by the Trump administration. Venezuela accepted a U.S. deportation flight for the first time in several weeks on the same day. The first repatriation flight under the renewed US-Venezuela agreement arrived in Venezuela on March 23, 2025, carrying 199 people, including alleged members of the Tren de Aragua gang.

Greenland PM opposes US delegation visit as 'aggressive'

On March 23, 2025, Greenland's Prime Minister Mute B. Egede voiced strong opposition to a planned visit by a high-level U.S. delegation, including Second Lady Usha Vance and National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, viewing it as 'highly aggressive' given President Trump's past interest in acquiring Greenland.

White House Briefing

Trump signs executive order to dismantle Education Department

The New York Times confirmed on March 23, 2025, that President Trump signed an executive order to dismantle the Education Department.

White House seeks corporate sponsors for Easter Egg Roll

On March 23, 2025, it was reported that the White House is seeking corporate sponsors for its Easter Egg Roll scheduled for April 21, 2025. Sponsorship packages range from $75,000 to $200,000, offering benefits like corporate booths and exclusive access to events with the First Lady. Critics, including Richard W. Painter, raise ethical and legal concerns about allowing private entities to profit from the event.

Trump, Zelensky discuss ceasefire negotiations

On March 23, 2025, the White House issued a statement after a phone call between President Trump and President Zelensky, emphasizing Zelensky's gratitude for Trump's role in ceasefire negotiations with Russia.

Capitol Hill Buzz

Nancy Pelosi considers retirement from San Francisco

On March 23, 2025, it was reported that Nancy Pelosi, a prominent figure in US politics, is considering retirement and her potential departure from San Francisco is being discussed.

NYT analyzes Democratic response to Trump administration

A new video report by Lisa Lerer, Alexandra Ostasiewicz, and Laura Salaberry analyzing the Democratic party's response to the Trump administration and categorizing Democrats into four groups was released by The New York Times on March 23, 2025.

Schumer defends decision to avoid government shutdown

Money & Politics

SpaceX could secure billions in new Trump contracts

On March 23, 2025, it was reported that Musk's SpaceX could secure billions in new contracts under the Trump administration.

Paul, Weiss lawyers concerned over Trump deal backlash

On March 23, 2025, Brad Karp, managing partner of Paul, Weiss, emailed lawyers defending a deal with the Trump administration, expressing concerns that a legal battle would harm the firm. Critics accused the firm of being overly compliant with President Trump.

Road to 2028

Left-Wing Democrats await AOC’s 2028 election decision

On March 23, 2025, it was reported that Left-Wing Democrats are awaiting AOC’s decision regarding the 2028 election.

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