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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is expected to announce plans to modernize and remodel the outdated air traffic control system at Newark Liberty International Airport, following a recent outage that caused communication and radar failures, and the loss of communication with air traffic controllers in Philadelphia.

Starting Wednesday, travelers flying within the US must use a state-issued ID or license that is "REAL ID" compliant to board domestic flights, but those without one can still fly but may face additional screening.

During Trump's second presidency, civil rights and civil liberties are being attacked, and Trump's Project 2025 aims to dismantle civil rights protections and reorganize the federal government, leading to a rise in opposition from unexpected places.

The Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to enforce a ban on transgender service members in the military, a decision that has been met with disappointment from LGBTQ rights groups.

The Trump administration is planning to eliminate two key EPA divisions focused on climate change and energy efficiency, including the Energy Star program, which helps consumers find energy-efficient appliances.

President Donald Trump has issued an executive order instructing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to terminate federal funding for National Public Radio and the Public Broadcasting Service, as well as to reduce or eliminate indirect funding. This move comes amid criticism from Republican lawmakers who accuse these public broadcasters of biased reporting.

The Trump administration's recent deportation of undocumented immigrants has led to the removal of US citizen children, contravening ICE's established policy to prevent such occurrences.

The D.C. Council's Committee on Transportation and the Environment is deliberating on a legislative proposal to establish a youth advisory council, aimed at channeling the perspectives of young Washingtonians regarding the climate crisis and its ramifications for the District.

The Transportation Security Administration will enforce the May 7 deadline for REAL ID compliance, potentially impacting travelers who lack this identification. Those without a REAL ID may encounter delays, additional screening, and could be denied passage beyond security checkpoints.

House Republicans are under pressure to finalize a comprehensive tax and spending cuts package by July 4, facing significant internal disagreements over proposed reductions to Medicaid and food stamp programs.