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Trump Mulls Third Term; Musk Spends Millions in Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

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Key Takeaways

  • Trump considers a third term, claiming "there are methods" despite constitutional limits.
  • Musk spends over $25M supporting Schimel in Wisconsin Supreme Court race.
  • Democrats sue Trump over executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship for voting.
  • FDA vaccine expert Dr. Peter Marks resigns, criticizing Trump's "assault on scientific truth".
  • Judge pauses Trump's plan to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans.

Executive Overreach

Trump considers third term, claims 'there are methods'

On March 30, 2025, Trump told NBC News he's considering a third term, claiming "there are methods" despite constitutional limits. He stated many people are asking him to run again.

Campaign Trail

Wisconsin Supreme Court race: Musk spends over $25M

On April 1, 2025, Wisconsin and Florida are holding elections, with the Wisconsin State Supreme Court race seen as a referendum on Elon Musk's role in politics. As of April 1, 2025, Elon Musk and affiliated groups have spent over $25 million supporting Brad Schimel in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race; during the 2024 presidential election, Elon Musk committed more than $200 million to America PAC’s work on behalf of President Trump in seven competitive states, including Wisconsin.

Courts & Laws

Democrats sue Trump over voting proof executive order

On March 31, 2025, the Democratic Party filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration's executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship for voting, arguing it's unconstitutional. The order seeks a national deadline for mail ballots and federal access to state voter rolls; lawsuits were also filed by the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and several non-profits.

Judge pauses Trump's plan to end Venezuelan TPS

On April 1, 2025, a federal judge in San Francisco paused the Trump administration's plan to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans, scheduled to expire on April 7, 2025. Judge Chen's order temporarily halts the expiration, citing potential harm to individuals and the U.S. economy.

DOJ dismisses lawsuit challenging Georgia's election law

On March 31, 2025, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi directed the Justice Department to dismiss a lawsuit challenging Georgia's election law (SB 202). The lawsuit was filed in 2021 and alleged voter suppression.

Science Under Siege

FDA vaccine expert Dr. Peter Marks resigns

On March 31, 2025, Dr. Peter Marks, the government's top vaccine expert at FDA, resigned. He criticized the Trump administration's "unprecedented assault on scientific truth".

Trump admin cancels $450M in HIV research grants

On March 31, 2025, the Trump administration, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), cancelled at least 145 grants, worth nearly $450m, for HIV research and care advancements.

Policy Landscape

Trump admin to withhold Title X funding from Planned Parenthood

On March 31, 2025, Planned Parenthood reported receiving notice that the Trump administration would withhold Title X funding from nine of its affiliates, effective Tuesday. This will curtail access to services including cancer screenings and affordable birth control; the report was published on April 1, 2025.

Trump to create entity to take over Chips Act

Reported on March 31, 2025, Trump is set to sign an order to establish a new entity to take over Biden’s Chips Act program.

Trump admin reviews $9B in Harvard contracts

On March 31, 2025, the Trump administration announced a review of $9 billion in federal contracts and grants at Harvard University. This is over alleged failures to address antisemitism on campus; Education Secretary Linda McMahon stated that Harvard's reputation is in serious jeopardy.

Republicans hesitant to oppose Trump's IRA dismantling

On March 31, 2025, it was reported that Republican lawmakers are hesitant to oppose Donald Trump's calls to dismantle the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), despite their districts benefiting from it. Trump has called the IRA a "giant scam" and is demanding its dismantling.

Hawaii farmers face cuts after Trump pauses funds

In Hawaii, where 90% of food is imported, farmers who offset imbalance now face cuts since the Trump administration paused funds. Local farmers are in survival mode.

White House Watch

Trump admin criticized for classified info carelessness

As reported on March 31, 2025, the Trump administration is criticized for carelessness with classified information. This includes texting detailed military strike plans using Signal before an aerial attack against Houthi militia in Yemen.

Trump targets ticket scalping with executive order

On March 31, 2025, Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at protecting fans by cracking down on “exploitative ticket scalping” and introducing “commonsense reforms” to live entertainment event pricing. He directed the treasury secretary and the attorney general to ensure scalpers reselling tickets at higher prices comply with IRS rules; Kid Rock was present at the signing.

Robert Reich: Trump regime chills dissent in US

On March 31, 2025, Robert Reich discussed the chilling effect of the Trump regime on dissent in the US. He highlighted Columbia University's actions to suppress demonstrations and Trump's attacks on science, media (ABC's $15 million settlement with Trump), and the legal community (targeting law firms).

Greenland rejects Trump's annexation idea

On March 31, 2025, Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen stated that the U.S. will not annex Greenland. This was in response to President Trump's recent assertion of wanting to annex the territory.

Musk's DOGE gains access to federal payroll system

On March 31, 2025, it was reported that members of Elon Musk’s cost-cutting Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gained access to a payroll system processing salaries for about 276,000 federal employees, overruling objections from IT staff. Two IT officials who resisted were placed on administrative leave and under investigation.

Economy Watch

Trump plans 'reciprocal' tariffs, trade war concerns rise

On March 31, 2025, it was reported that President Trump is planning to announce "reciprocal" tariffs that could disrupt global businesses and create conflict with allies and adversaries. He is increasing US tariffs to match those of other countries, including imposing a 20% tariff on China, a 25% tax on imported cars and trucks, and increasing taxes on foreign steel and aluminum; despite tariffs imposed during the Trump and Biden administrations, the US trade deficit increased to $918 billion last year, the second-highest on record.

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