Measles is resurging in the U.S., with over 935 cases reported due to declining vaccination rates, raising concerns about herd immunity loss. Texas faces a significant outbreak, prompting urgent vaccination efforts.

The AMS and AGU are stepping in to produce a national climate assessment after the Trump administration dismissed nearly 400 scientists from the project. This move aims to preserve the integrity and continuity of climate research, with findings to be published in 29 peer-reviewed journals.

James B. Milliken will become the University of California's new president on August 1, 2025, with a $1.5 million salary. He succeeds Michael V. Drake amidst significant budgetary issues and legislative shifts.

The Trump administration is set to cut 1,200 CIA jobs, aiming to streamline intelligence operations and focus on national security priorities. This move, part of broader federal budget cuts, has sparked legal challenges and concerns over potential national security risks.

President Trump is confident his economic policies will lead to growth despite a Q1 2025 contraction. Critics argue his high tariffs, like the 145% on Chinese goods, are worsening economic challenges.

Florida's legislative session ended without a budget, extending talks to June amid Governor DeSantis's waning influence. Key disagreements included tax policy and immigration, reflecting a shift in legislative independence.

The Trump administration approved a $3.5 billion arms sale to Saudi Arabia, including 1,000 AIM-120C-8 missiles. This deal, aligned with Trump's upcoming visit, aims to enhance Saudi security amid U.S. policy goals.

The Justice Department shifts focus to combat alleged voter fraud, aligning with Trump's strict election regulations despite evidence refuting widespread fraud. Critics argue this move undermines voting rights protection efforts.

Since early 2025, Israel's intensified military actions in the West Bank have led to the destruction of 260 buildings, displacing 42,000 Palestinians, per UNRWA. The operations, aimed at curbing militant activities, have sparked a significant humanitarian crisis, particularly impacting the Jenin refugee camp.

The Gaza Strip faces a dire humanitarian crisis as a severe blockade since March 2025 has led to critical shortages of food, medicine, and clean water. The UN warns of an impending famine, with international pressure mounting on Israel to allow aid access, amid rising malnutrition and skyrocketing food prices.