Trump to Pardon Chrisleys; Texas Schools to Display Ten Commandments
Key Takeaways
- Trump is expected to pardon reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, convicted of fraud.
- Texas schools may display the Ten Commandments in classrooms starting fall 2025.
- Supreme Court allows Arizona land transfer for mining, impacting sacred Western Apache land.
- NYC congestion pricing continues after judge blocks Trump's attempt to halt it.
- Trump pardoned tax cheat Paul Walczak after his mother attended a $1 million dinner.
Top Stories
Trump to pardon fraud-convicted reality TV stars, Chrisleys
On May 27, 2025, Donald Trump is expected to pardon Todd and Julie Chrisley, reality TV stars convicted of fraud, stating they were given 'harsh treatment'. The couple was convicted on federal fraud charges.
Texas schools may display Ten Commandments
On May 27, 2025, news emerged that Texas lawmakers are nearing the passage of a bill that would mandate public schools to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms starting in the fall of 2025. With over 5 million students, Texas would be the largest state to implement such a requirement.
Supreme Court allows Arizona land transfer for mining
On May 27, 2025, the Supreme Court declined to stop the transfer of land in central Arizona known as Oak Flat, a site sacred to Western Apache Indians, for mining. The justices allowed the federal government to transfer thousands of acres of national forestland to a copper-mining company, upholding a lower-court decision.
NYC congestion pricing continues after judge blocks Trump
On May 28, 2025, a federal judge ruled that New York City can continue charging drivers entering parts of Manhattan up to $9 until at least June 9 through its congestion pricing program. Judge Lewis J. Liman issued a temporary restraining order against Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy, blocking them from withholding federal cash or approvals from the state in a bid to kill congestion pricing.
Trump pardoned tax cheat after $1M dinner
On May 27, 2025, it was reported that Trump pardoned tax cheat Paul Walczak after his mother attended a $1 million dinner.
Legal Frontlines
Trump seeks Supreme Court approval for migrant deportations
Trump wants deportation limits lifted; torture concerns raised
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to lift limits on deportations to 'third countries'. A judge ruled that immigrants should be given 10 days to voice concerns about potential torture if deported to regions other than their home country.
Court allows school to ban 'Only Two Genders' shirt
Policy Landscape
US suspends student visa interviews for social media screening
The Trump administration is pausing new student visa interviews. The State Department stated this pause is to prepare for expanded social media screening of applicants.
Louisiana immigration center boosts local economy
On May 28, 2025, it was reported that the federal immigration center in Winnfield, Louisiana, where officials are sending migrants due to be deported, is an economic boon for many locals.
Global Stage
Trump accuses Putin of 'Playing With Fire'
Donald Trump accused Vladimir Putin of “Playing With Fire” as he mulled sanctions on Russia.