Tag: National
Opinion: Gen Z must draw from Mamdani’s bold model of political empathy
Democrats have played it safe for too long, and they are now feeling plummeting credibility. It’s about time we see more politicians like Mamdani, those who are willing to be “radical” and stand up for the working class. Read More »
Opinion: Trump mimics Nazi behavior, proof never been so tangible
If the brutality of this “detainment center” doesn’t show Trump supporters that he is following in Hitler’s dictatorial footsteps, then we cannot wait around for them to open their eyes. Read More »
Opinion: U.S. interference is white supremacy disguised as favors
We can’t allow our country to ceaselessly, throughout decades, disguise pursuit of imperialism as nationalism and supposed “aid.” Read More »
Former SU basketball player bought drugs, set up parties for Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Brendan Paul, former SU basketball player and assistant to Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, testified on trial he set up parties and bought drugs. Read More »
Guest Column: Only unmatched American unity can halt Trump's fascist momentum
U.S. citizens have the chance to prevent this rise of fascism in our country from taking complete control. We don’t need to allow Trump to rise to the authoritarian power Hitler had. Read More »
Former SU basketball player set to testify in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial
Former Syracuse men’s basketball player Brendan Paul is set to take the witness stand in the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial on Wednesday. Read More »
Opinion: Don’t let LA’s protest momentum die. Assembly is our hope for change.
While this administration is trying to instill fear, we can’t allow it. We must continue to use our voices and freedom of speech. Read More »
Gallery: Scenes from nationwide 'No Kings' protest
Gallery: Saturday, June 14, marked the nationwide “No Kings” protest. Thousands assembled in cities across the country, and The Daily Orange put together a coast-to-coast team of photojournalists to cover major locations. Read More »
Jury selection for accused builder of Lockerbie bomb set for 2026
A trial related to the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing over Lockerbie, Scotland has set its jury selection for April 20, 2026. Read More »
Opinion: Line between cautionary tales, reality are blurring in politics
When you can’t gain citizenship for fleeing religious persecution or war, but you can for winning a game show, the line between our political climate and the cautionary tales of our childhoods blur. Read More »
Syverud releases statement expressing concern over federal education policy changes
Chancellor Kent Syverud wrote that he would continue to engage with elected officials and advocate on behalf of the SU community. Read More »
What Trump’s proposed travel bans mean for flying, international students
The Trump administration’s travel bans could threaten student visa status, and study abroad or exchange programs. Read More »
What to know ahead of REAL ID May 7 deadline
As the May 7 REAL ID deadline approaches, federal law will require all U.S. travelers to have a REAL ID driver’s license to board flights. Read More »
Opinion: Trump’s tariff costs show need for improved political literacy
As the world becomes more politically polarized every day, it can be hard to differentiate between facts and what politicians say to maintain a loyal voter base. Read More »
Explaining the database Trump officials are using to track student visas
The SEVIS is a federal digital database that monitors information about nonimmigrant students and exchange visitors in the U.S. Read More »
Gallery: Scenes from Syracuse’s on campus “Hands Off!” protest
Hundreds of Syracuse University students and faculty gathered for a “Hands Off!” rally on the Einhorn Family Walk Thursday. Here are The Daily Orange’s best shots from the protest. Read More »
Federal judges block Trump's ability to withhold federal funding over DEIA
Three federal judges issued rulings limiting Trump's ability to withhold federal funding from public schools with certain DEIA initiatives. Read More »
Opinion: Valuing social media over real art hurts our chances for revolution
Trump’s attack on the Kennedy Center symbolizes his greater desire to deconstruct and reorganize American art institutions to prevent political dissent through expression. Read More »
Trump signs order targeting college accreditation amid SU's process
President Trump signed an executive order Wednesday directing changes to the federal accreditation process for universities nationwide. Read More »
Letter to the Editor: SU failed to defend Harvard, academic freedom
As a loyal SU alum, I am distressed that Syracuse administration did not sign on as 200 college presidents defended Harvard and academic freedom to the White House. Read More »
Opinion: Roe v. Wade’s overturn continues to actively threaten rights
The fight for gender equality is forced to a stalemate due to the extreme agenda of the super-majority, radically Republican Supreme Court justices appointed by President Donald Trump. Read More »
Opinion: ‘Hands Off!’ protests deserved further front-page coverage nationally
Ultimately, the national media minimized the scale and significance of the Hands Off! protests. This is symptomatic of a broader issue: the normalization of harmful policies and the marginalization of democratic resistance. Read More »
Opinion: Beware of political candidates working against U.S. nature’s protection
It’s not enough for one to simply love nature; it’s not enough to retreat into it and it’s not enough to simply know about it. To love nature in America now requires political participation because without our advocacy, it’s under grave threat. Read More »