The article outlines Donald Trump’s legal troubles, detailing his conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to campaign financing. It clarifies the distinction between criminal and civil cases, emphasizing that while Trump faces significant civil judgments, only one criminal case has led to a jury conviction, with ten contempt rulings also recorded.
A typical New Hampshire household will incur an additional $4,500 to $7,500 in 2026 due to rising costs from tariffs, an oil price spike, and a deportation program affecting the labor market. Federal policies since January 2025 significantly contribute to inflation and economic strain felt by families.
The Granite State Report analyzes Donald Trump’s presidency, delivering a fact-based assessment of his achievements and failures across two terms. It evaluates key impacts on New Hampshire and the nation, revealing a comprehensive grade of D+ and positioning Trump in the bottom tier of historical rankings due to his controversial policies and actions.
The “Insult Ledger” compiled by Granite State Report catalogs Donald Trump’s public insults over a decade, highlighting his method of using humiliation as governance. It documents attacks on various targets, emphasizing the cumulative impact of his rhetoric, which has a chilling effect on scrutiny and dehumanizes groups, shaping policy outcomes.
In 2025, President Trump took significant steps to weaken the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by rolling back disparate-impact liability, a legal measure used to combat systemic discrimination. Critics argue this undermines civil rights enforcement, allowing harmful practices to persist by focusing solely on intentional discrimination while supporters claim it restores merit-based governance.
The investigation analyzes how the “Make America Great Again” slogan evolved into a contentious identity associated with extremism and political violence, particularly among non-Republicans. It explores the intense dislike for MAGA Republicans, rooted in perceptions of threats to democracy, racial tensions, and policy impacts, reflecting a deeply polarized American political landscape.
The article investigates if the Trump administration in 2025 is structurally ungovernable or simply constrained. It examines legal, congressional, administrative, fiscal, and geopolitical factors affecting governance. While the analysis highlights significant constraints, it concludes that the administration faces challenges rather than an inevitable doom, emphasizing the importance of navigating these complexities successfully.
New Hampshire’s voter sentiment toward Trump is shifting negatively as he struggles with independents and suburban moderates, evidenced by declining favorable ratings and increasing concerns over democracy and political violence. Despite maintaining strong support among Republicans, Trump’s inability to resonate with broader state issues poses risks for his political future in New Hampshire.
In 2025, a legal battle has emerged between the Trump administration and New Hampshire over the release of detailed voter registration data. The DOJ argues that federal law mandates access, while New Hampshire cites state confidentiality laws and privacy concerns. The outcome could significantly impact the balance of power in election administration.
Executive summary What’s going on: description & scope of actions Here are the main categories of what the administration is doing in this “war on science,” as described in the reporting and expert commentary: Category Specific Actions Taken Agencies / Areas Affected Dismissals & Layoffs Thousands of scientists fired or…
