Amidst a flurry of political developments, the Justice Department faced challenges in recruiting prosecutors, while Virginia Democrats proposed new taxes, and international relations shifted in Greenland. These events unfolded alongside the Department of War's decision to sever ties with Harvard University and concerns surrounding the upcoming midterm elections.
The Justice Department experienced an approximate 8 percent loss in its workforce between November 2024 and November 2025, according to data from the Office of Personnel Management, as reported by the New York Times. This exodus prompted former officials to seek new recruits.
In Virginia, Democrats, newly empowered, proposed a series of tax increases, including a 10% tax on fantasy sports revenue, as reported by Fox News. Senator Adam Ebbin authored the "Fantasy Contests Act," with a portion of the tax revenue earmarked for problem-gambler treatment.
Simultaneously, the Department of War announced it would end professional military education programs with Harvard University, starting in the 2026-27 school year. Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized the university, stating, "Harvard is woke; The War Department is not," as reported by Fox News.
Internationally, Canada opened a consulate in Greenland's capital, and the first French consul arrived, following the Trump administration's previous efforts to acquire the island, according to Fox News. Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand announced the consulate's opening, emphasizing the strengthening of partnerships in the Arctic.
Furthermore, the Senate Republican campaign chair, Tim Scott, warned of challenges facing the GOP in the upcoming midterm elections, pointing to a potential ballot box deficit, as reported by Fox News. He noted that the 2026 elections would be "the year of affordability."
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