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White House government shutdown clock. The government shutdown Tuesday, and the Trump administration’s webpage features the phrase “Americans Don’t Agree with Democrats’ Actions.

Massachusetts organizations, state agencies react to government shutdown

By Nicole Abrams, Associate Campus Editor October 1, 2025
The U.S. government shut down Wednesday after Congress failed to pass a spending bill before the end of the fiscal year that would have kept the government funded past Sept. 30. 
Thousands gathered outside of the Massachusetts Statehouse to honor political conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The Boston vigil is one of the many events following the widespread uproar of conservative groups around the country in the wake of Kirk’s assassination.

Thousands gather for Charlie Kirk vigil, sparks counter protest

By Katherine Wu and Isabelle Zhang September 19, 2025

More than 3,500 mourners, many clad in red MAGA hats and carrying candles, gathered on the steps of the Massachusetts Statehouse to honor conservative political activist Charlie Kirk Thursday evening.  The...

‘Not In Our Name’ letter. More than 3,000 Jewish professors, university staff and students nationwide signed this letter that criticizes the federal suppression of free speech under the guise of combating antisemitism. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘Not In Our Name’: Jewish professors, students, university staff denounce the weaponization of antisemitism against pro-Palestinian advocacy

By Julia Hendler April 2, 2025
Thousands of Jewish professors, university staff and students around the country signed a letter condemning the federal government for using antisemitism and a guise to prosecute pro-Palestinian advocacy.
United States Passport. The “Trump 2.0 Travel Ban” was announced on March 14, which expands on Trump’s original 2017 executive order that restricted travel from seven Muslim-majority countries: Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘I just miss my family’: Trump administration’s proposed travel ban induces anxiety, fear for international students

By Truman Dickerson and Samantha Genzer March 26, 2025
As graduation approaches this spring, a Boston University senior from Myanmar had hoped her mom — whom she hasn’t seen in two years — could travel to the United States to watch her receive her diploma.
Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Who really cares what presidents wear? | Geek Chic

By Anjola Odukoya March 4, 2025
If political history has taught us anything, it's that the fastest way to break a headline isn't record-breaking global heat or ongoing humanitarian crises — it’s a president wearing the wrong outfit.

Boston, Chelsea, Somerville defend sanctuary city policies amid increased ICE activity

By Emma Clement, Graphics Editor & Layout Co-Editor February 28, 2025
Amid tension between the City of Boston and White House Border Czar Tom Homan, Massachusetts cities Chelsea and Somerville filed lawsuits Monday against the Trump administration for attempting to defund police departments over sanctuary city policies.
The front desk at the Boston University Diversity and Inclusion Office. President Trump signed an order Jan. 20 dictating that the federal government will only recognize two sexes — male and female — causing worry and fear among transgender advocacy groups in Boston. 
LAUREN ALBANO/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

DEI, gender ideology executive orders spark divided responses among Bostonians

By Tavishi Chattopadhyay February 7, 2025
President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders limiting gender recognition and dismantling Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs cause mixed reactions from students, Boston schools and advocacy groups.
The entrance to the Old South Church. Boston religious leaders, professors and college students reflect on the impact of faith on American politics after President Donald Trump’s inauguration and the slew of executive actions he rolled out during his first weeks in office. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘Make America a Christian nation’: Bostonians pray on faith’s role in Trump’s executive actions

By Megan Amato and Lauren Albano February 2, 2025
Boston religious leaders and community members reflect on the role of religion in President Donald Trump’s policies, following a bishop’s call for mercy amid several executive orders passed by Trump during his first day in office.
The Boston University International Students and Scholars Office. President Donald Trump issued an executive order on Jan. 20 to revoke birthright citizenship, prompting lawsuits by Boston-based legal organizations and concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids. SIENA GLEASON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Trump’s attempt to rescind birthright citizenship sparks worry, lawsuits, ICE raids

By Truman Dickerson, City Co-Editor January 30, 2025
Three days after President Donald Trump was sworn into office, Kimberley Gilbert, an English immigrant who lives in Weymouth, began sending her eight-year-old daughter to school with her birth certificate.
Pop-up notification detailing that TikTok is not available on the Apple Store in the U.S. Following the temporary ban of TikTok, users expressed concern that a permanent ban would  on free speech. SARAH CRUZ/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Return of TikTok raises questions, concerns about future ban

By George Lehman January 22, 2025
While TikTok is now back online in America, the app’s return and potential for a future ban have raised concerns among the Boston community.
Inauguration Day Don’t Panic Party event details on The Queer Neighborhood Council website.  As President Donald Trump was inaugurated for a second term Monday, Bostonians united in protests against his administration’s agenda while others hosted events to promote solidarity.
SARAH CRUZ/ DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Bostonians respond to Trump’s inauguration with protests, events

By George Lehman January 21, 2025
As President Donald Trump was inaugurated for a second term Monday, Bostonians united in protests against his administration’s agenda and others hosted events to promote solidarity.
A sign outside of Planned Parenthood in Boston. Boston residents remain divided about abortion rights following the 2024 Presidential Election. HOLLY GUSTAVSEN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

‘The Devil loves abortion’: Pro-life, -choice leaders in Boston stirred by reproductive rights after Trump’s victory

By Lauren Albano and Hazel Nystrom November 8, 2024
Reproductive rights were a pivotal issue in Tuesday’s presidential election, with Boston voters either celebrating or grappling with former President Donald Trump’s victory over Vice President Kamala Harris.
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