Manhattan Caucus: Conflict between the Pope and the White House

Elaina Batista, Asst. Social Media Editor Recently, there has been building tension between Pope Leo XIV and President Trump. In a back and forth between the two on the war in Iran, Pope Leo made a statement that the fighting unleashed in the Middle East is “absurd and inhuman violence.” In his call for peace Pope Leo also stated, “God does not bless any conflict.” … Continue reading Manhattan Caucus: Conflict between the Pope and the White House

Manhattan Caucus: President Trump’s State of the Union: The Longest SOTU in History

Elaina Batista Asst. Social Media Editor President Trump delivered his State of the Union (SOTU) address on Feb. 24, the longest State of the Union address in recent history, lasting an hour and 48 minutes.  Trump honored many servicemembers and guests in the gallery, including the gold medal-winning U.S. men’s hockey team. He presented Medals of Honor to two individuals, including 100-year-old Korean War veteran E. … Continue reading Manhattan Caucus: President Trump’s State of the Union: The Longest SOTU in History

Growing Tension Between The United States and Iran

Growing tension between the United States and Iran MEPC.ORG / COURTESY Elaina Batista, Asst. Social Media Editor Top military officials have informed President Trump that the military is ready to move forward with attacks on Iran as soon as Feb. 21, but officials say that the president has yet to make a final decision.  Regarding the ongoing Iran negotiations, the president stated on Feb. 19 … Continue reading Growing Tension Between The United States and Iran

Manhattan Caucus: “The Epstein Files Transparency Act”  Bill Passed by Congress

Elaina Batista, Asst. Social Media Editor On Nov. 18, the U.S. Congress passed a bill ordering the U.S. Department of Justice to release its files on Jeffrey Epstein. The bill requires the DOJ to publish the files in a searchable and downloadable format, as Congress approved the release of the files by a final vote of 427–1.  The Epstein files generally refers to the collection … Continue reading Manhattan Caucus: “The Epstein Files Transparency Act”  Bill Passed by Congress