The Trump administration has made several big moves this week, shaking up national security and education policy.

Security Officials Fired

President Trump reportedly fired at least six senior National Security Council officials. According to a U.S. official, the decision came after far-right conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer met with Trump in the Oval Office and gave him a list of people she considered disloyal. The firings followed just one day after their meeting.

Education Funding Threatened

The Trump administration is also pressuring states to remove diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in public schools. In a memo sent to top education officials, the Education Department warned that schools could lose federal funding, especially those that serve low-income students, if they don't eliminate these programs within 10 days.

Mixed Reactions on DEI Policy

The federal government typically provides about 8% of public school funding, but this amount is much higher in some states—up to 23% in places like Mississippi. The new rules have sparked debate over which DEI programs are acceptable. The Education Department says schools must not promote exclusion based on race, but critics argue that the policy could harm programs designed to celebrate cultural history and fight discrimination.

Russia and Tariffs

In another development, Trump imposed new tariffs on global trade partners. Despite this, a top Russian economic official visited the U.S., signaling a shift away from past efforts to isolate Russia. Meanwhile, senators from both parties introduced a bill to give Congress more control over future tariffs.

As the Trump administration pushes forward with these bold changes, reactions are pouring in from all sides of the political spectrum