News Since Last Time

Iight boom. Its been probably a whole week since I made the last infographic. This past week wasn't just a series of unfortunate events—it was a rerun of some of our country's most controversial chapters. If you thought we learned from the past, think again. Here's the breakdown:

Monday: The FAA Firings—Safety Takes a Back Seat

The Trump administration decided to fire hundreds of FAA air traffic controllers, just weeks after a deadly mid-air collision near D.C. This move has thrown air travel into chaos, with safety concerns skyrocketing. It's as if we're watching a sequel to past aviation disasters, but this time, we're the unwilling extras.

Tuesday: Musk's Power Grab and Shady Peace Talks

Elon Musk's "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) is pushing to access IRS data. Yes, the guy who made you pay for Twitter's blue check now wants your tax info. It's a tech dystopia unfolding in real-time.

Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Russia's Sergey Lavrov in Saudi Arabia to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. The catch? Ukraine wasn't invited. It's like planning a surprise party for someone and forgetting to invite them. This backdoor diplomacy undermines our allies and echoes the questionable deals of yesteryears.

Wednesday: Media Blackouts and Information Control

The State Department ordered its global outposts to cancel subscriptions to major media outlets like The New York Times and Reuters. The reason? Cost-cutting. The result? A less informed public and a step closer to state-controlled narratives. It's reminiscent of past efforts to control the flow of information, and it's happening right under our noses.

Thursday: Purging the Military

In a move straight out of an autocrat's playbook, President Trump fired Air Force General CQ Brown Jr., the Black chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The reason? Advocating for diversity and equity. This purge of military leadership sends a chilling message about the administration's stance on inclusion and mirrors some of the darkest times in our history.

Friday: USAID Gutting and Budget Shenanigans

A federal judge gave the green light to place over 2,000 USAID workers on leave amidst union lawsuits. This move cripples an agency vital for international aid and development. Simultaneously, the Senate passed a budget resolution to fund Trump's mass deportation plan, diverting resources to border security and the Pentagon. It's a reshuffling of priorities that echoes past isolationist policies, leaving the vulnerable even more so.

The Weekend: Protests and Public Outcry

As the week wrapped up, thousands took to the streets in Washington, D.C., and across the nation. The message was clear: the public is fed up with the administration's overreach, secrecy, and disregard for democratic norms. It's a scene we've witnessed before, but this time, the stakes feel even higher.

Final Thoughts:

This week was a stark reminder that those who don't learn from history are doomed to repeat it. From undermining public safety and transparency to purging dissenting voices, we're watching a dangerous playbook unfold. It's up to us to stay informed, speak out, and ensure that history doesn't keep repeating itself.