When news broke last month of a new, $100,000-dollar price tag for H-1B visa applications, Nashville immigration attorney Doug Russo was just about to head home for the weekend. Instead, he read the proclamation carefully and started reaching out to his clients to update them.
Thousands turn out for second Nashville ‘No Kings’ protest
The first ‘No Kings’ protests started as a response to a military parade held on Trump’s birthday in Washington D.C. The June event drew a huge crowd in Nashville.
What to know about Nashville ‘No Kings’ protest
Nashville and surrounding counties will be participating in a nationwide movement Saturday, protesting President Donald Trump’s agenda.
Trump asks 9 colleges to commit to his political agenda and get favorable access to federal money
The White House is asking nine major universities, including Vanderbilt, to commit to President Donald Trump’s political priorities in exchange for more favorable access to federal money.
Early voting for Tennessee’s special congressional primary begins. Here’s how candidates are trying to stand out
As early voting kicks off, Republicans and Democrats running for the state’s 7th congressional district are trying to distinguish themselves.
Trump deploys National Guard to Memphis, calling it a ‘replica’ of his crackdown on Washington
President Donald Trump has announced the deployment of the National Guard to Memphis to combat crime, testing the limits of presidential power by using military force in cities. Trump made Monday’s announcement with Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, calling it a “replica” of efforts in Washington.
What to know about Trump’s National Guard deployment to Memphis
President Donald Trump’s decision to send the national guard to Memphis has been met with praise from Republicans in Washington, D.C., but closer to home, the response has been more tepid.
Memphis latest city Trump is targeting for federal government actions to combat crime
In an interview Friday morning, President Trump announced Memphis is his next target for federal intervention to combat crime. The president said he has support from Tennessee’s governor and Memphis’ mayor.
Tennessee ranks near the top for ICE arrests
Federal immigration officials are making arrests from within Tennessee jails at a much higher rate than other states. A new report ranks Tennessee second only to Texas in the number of people ICE picks up from jail.
Cracker Barrel brings back old logo after public outcry, plea from Trump
Cracker Barrel is changing its logo back to the iconic man and barrel after the company’s new, more minimalist design sparked outcry from fans — and the White House.
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