The World of Politics
WHITAKER FILLS SESSIONS VACANCY
Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker, appointed last Wednesday, is an active critic of Robert Mueller’s investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. While Jeff Sessions recused himself from overseeing the investigation—a move often berated by President Donald Trump—Whitaker has said he has no plans to do the same.
CLOSING THE DOOR ON THE CARAVANS
A proclamation by President Donald Trump last week ensures that asylum-seekers at the U.S. border will not have their request heard if they do not cross through official crossing points. Targeted at the caravans currently headed toward the country through Mexico, Trump’s plans will deny the possibility of asylum for all migrants traveling illegally into the U.S, with an exception for unaccompanied minors.
MIDTERMS MARK A MILESTONE FOR AMERICA
This year’s U.S. midterms saw a significant number of political firsts: Jared Polis as the first openly gay man elected to Congress; Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib as the first Muslim women; and Sharice Davids and Deb Haaland as the first Native American women. Several new representatives also made history as the first of a specific minority to be elected from their state.
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