President Donald Trump on Friday initiated the creation of a roster of nations that, according to Washington, unjustly incarcerate American citizens, outlining strict penalties, which include prohibitions on travel. Through an executive order, President Trump declared that the United States will henceforth classify "state sponsors of wrongful detention," a designation akin … [Read more...] about Trump Vows to Blacklist Nations That Jail Americans
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Just Issued: State Department Sends Urgent Travel Warning to All U.S. Citizens
The situation in the Middle East has taken a dramatic turn, with the United States government intensifying its efforts to protect American citizens abroad. The U.S. State Department has significantly expanded its emergency evacuation operations for American citizens in Israel, while simultaneously ordering the departure of non-essential staff from the U.S. Embassy in … [Read more...] about Just Issued: State Department Sends Urgent Travel Warning to All U.S. Citizens
State Department Calls on Staff to Report Bias Against Christians
Politico reported on Friday that State Department employees are required to report coworkers who show "anti-Christian bias". The order is in line with the executive order issued by President Donald Trump on February 6, "to protect religious freedoms for Americans and to end the anti-Christian weaponization" of government. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was appointed to a … [Read more...] about State Department Calls on Staff to Report Bias Against Christians
State Department Holds Therapy Session for Employees in Aftermath of Trump Victory
According to the Washington Free Beacon report, four sources who were present at the meeting confirmed that the U.S. State Department had held a 'therapy session' for its employees following Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election. The email from the State Department was about "managing change and stress," according to the outlet. Employees were also … [Read more...] about State Department Holds Therapy Session for Employees in Aftermath of Trump Victory
Donald Trump Taps Marco Rubio for Secretary of State Role
The New York Times reported that President-elect Donald Trump announced several cabinet appointments on Monday. According to them, he will appoint Senator Marco Rubio (RFL) as Secretary of State. The outlet reported that: Three people who are familiar with Mr. Trump's thinking have said that he is likely to nominate Senator Marco Rubio from Florida as … [Read more...] about Donald Trump Taps Marco Rubio for Secretary of State Role