WTFISGOINGON: Trump’s Latest Power Grabs & Political Chaos
Heyy,
If I had a dollar for every time Trump found a new way to make democracy look optional, I’d be funding my own presidential campaign by now. This week was a mess—let’s break it down.
📰 🚨 This Week’s Bullsh*t & Why It Actually Matters
📌 Trump Wants Access to Database of Immigrant Minors
What Happened: The Trump administration is pushing for access to a federal database of unaccompanied immigrant minors, which has historically operated independently from ICE. This database contains sensitive information on minors who have arrived in the U.S. alone, often fleeing violence or persecution in their home countries. Allowing ICE access to this data could lead to targeted deportations of children who are in the middle of legal proceedings or seeking asylum protections. (Translation: more surveillance, more deportations, and more fear in immigrant communities.)
WTF Does This Mean Fr: If Trump gets his way, it means immigration enforcement can use this database to track down and deport kids who came to the U.S. alone, many of whom are escaping violence and persecution. These children often face dangerous conditions in their home countries, such as gang violence, political instability, and extreme poverty. The U.S. has historically offered legal protections and pathways for asylum seekers, especially minors, but this shift would essentially treat these kids as criminals rather than refugees. This is a huge shift in how the U.S. treats vulnerable children seeking asylum and could lead to increased family separations, detainment, and a chilling effect on those seeking safety.
📌 Trump’s War on the Government
What Happened: Trump has signaled plans to significantly reshape the federal government by replacing career officials with individuals aligned with his agenda. His proposed approach includes overhauling agencies such as the FBI, the Justice Department, and various regulatory bodies, citing concerns about bureaucratic resistance and inefficiency. Critics argue this could erode checks and balances, while supporters say it would make the government more responsive to executive leadership.
WTF Does This Mean Fr: This isn't just about replacing a few people—it's about reshaping the government to serve his interests alone. This means less oversight, more corruption, and a federal system designed to protect him and his allies rather than the American public. If you thought his first term was chaotic, a second term could see him consolidate unprecedented power.
📌 Mass Layoffs and Government Contract Freezes
What Happened: Thousands of workers across multiple industries are facing layoffs and furloughs as federal government contracts and grants are suddenly frozen or canceled. This follows a directive from Trump’s administration ordering a sweeping review of federal spending, with an emphasis on reducing government dependency and reallocating resources toward national security and economic initiatives. Key agencies, including the Department of Energy and the National Institutes of Health, are cutting budgets, affecting everything from public infrastructure projects to scientific research. This shift aligns with Trump’s broader effort to shrink federal oversight and redirect funds toward his administration’s policy priorities.
WTF Does This Mean Fr: If you work for a company that relies on federal funding—whether in construction, healthcare, or education—your job could be at risk. These cuts ripple through the economy, reducing consumer spending and destabilizing local businesses. Small and mid-sized businesses that depend on government contracts may be forced to downsize or shut down altogether, leaving thousands without work. Meanwhile, major corporations with deeper pockets and stronger lobbying power will likely stay protected, benefiting from regulatory rollbacks and tax incentives while everyday workers bear the brunt of these economic shifts.
📌 Trump Signs Executive Order Banning Trans Women from Women’s Sports
What Happened: Trump has signed an executive order banning transgender women and girls from competing in women’s sports at the federal level. The order directs schools and sports organizations receiving federal funding to enforce sex-based restrictions, barring trans athletes from participating in competitions that align with their gender identity. This move aligns with previous Republican-led state laws but now applies nationwide, overriding individual state policies.
WTF Does This Mean Fr: This is a direct attack on transgender rights, placing the federal government at the center of restricting access to sports for trans women and girls. It’s not just about athletics—this sets a dangerous precedent for further legal restrictions on transgender people in schools, workplaces, and public life. Supporters claim it's about fairness in competition, but critics argue it’s a politically motivated move to erase protections for trans individuals. Beyond sports, this could fuel broader anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, restricting access to healthcare, education, and other fundamental rights.
See you next week—stay informed, stay engaged, and don’t let the BS fool you.
✨Your movement bestie – Shae
