Tracking every rollback, reversal, and overreach — and the path back to the America we know.
The Trump administration issued a 90-day extension to the Jones Act waiver, which allows non-American ships to transport goods between U.S. ports. The administration stated that data showed the waiver significantly increased fuel supply reaching American consumers, helping to lower fuel prices.
Kevin Warsh was confirmed by the Senate as the 17th Chair of the Federal Reserve on a 54-45 vote, taking leadership of the central bank during a period of elevated inflation and economic uncertainty. As Fed chair, Warsh will oversee monetary policy affecting interest rates, employment, and inflation that directly impact all Americans' borrowing costs, savings returns, and job market conditions. His confirmation reflects the Trump administration's influence over the nation's monetary policy apparatus and economic direction.
The Trump administration implemented changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that resulted in over 770,000 children losing food assistance benefits. The reforms, framed as restoring program integrity, removed thousands of families from eligibility rolls despite Republican assurances they would not affect vulnerable populations. The policy has increased demand at food banks across the country as families seek alternative nutrition sources.
The Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as chair of the Federal Reserve on a 54-45 vote, with one Democratic senator crossing party lines to support him. Warsh will replace Jerome Powell and hold significant authority over interest rate decisions that directly affect inflation, employment, and borrowing costs for American households and businesses. His appointment marks a shift in monetary policy leadership during Trump's second term.
The Senate voted 51-45 to confirm Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve's board of governors and advanced his nomination to chairman, giving him significant control over U.S. monetary policy and interest rates. Warsh, a former Fed official and Trump ally, will have direct influence over economic conditions affecting all Americans through interest rate decisions. His confirmation represents a shift in Fed leadership toward Trump's preferred candidate.
The Trump administration announced a relief plan for travelers affected by Spirit Airlines' shutdown. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy directed United, Delta, and Southwest to cap ticket prices for Spirit customers rebooking cancelled flights. This provides direct cost relief to stranded passengers during the airline's operational collapse.
Executive Order 14366 restricts proxy advisory firms with foreign ownership or political motivations from influencing U.S. corporate governance. The order requires enhanced disclosure and potential regulatory oversight of proxy advisors serving American investors. The directive aims to limit what the administration views as foreign interference in American corporate decision-making.
President Trump announced the removal of tariffs on Scotch whiskey following a visit from King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The action aims to strengthen trade relationships between Scotland and the Commonwealth of Kentucky on whiskey and bourbon industries. American consumers may see lower prices on imported Scotch whiskey products.
President Trump signed Proclamation 10114 on September 11, 2020, designating the week of September 21-27, 2020 as Minority Enterprise Development Week. The proclamation calls for recognition of minority-owned businesses and encourages support for their development. As a proclamation, it has no binding legal effect and serves as a statement recognizing the designated week.
President Trump signed Proclamation 10281 on September 4, 2020, designating the first Monday in September as Labor Day and calling for its observance. The proclamation is a ceremonial declaration without regulatory changes to existing labor law or federal programs. It had no direct operational impact on American workers or labor protections.