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Thousands of protesters call on Trump to release taxes

9th - Higher Ed
Demonstrators held 'tax marches' in cities across the country Saturday, calling for U.S. president to release the last 10 years of his tax returns
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Clashes between pro and anti-Trump protesters RAW

9th - Higher Ed
Multiple arrests made Saturday in Berkeley, Calif., where rival demonstrations turned violent
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Canada in Trump's 'Buy American' crosshairs

9th - Higher Ed
U.S. president's new 'Buy American and Hire American' executive order targets Canada's dairy industry
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White House Dismisses Third Term Buzz, Teases Major Tariff Strikes—Watch

Pre-K - Higher Ed
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to unveil sweeping reciprocal tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners this Wednesday, calling it "Liberation Day." Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the announcement, stating Trump believes...
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Trump Flaunts New US Map Aboard Air Force One; Declares Feb 9 As Gulf Of America Day

Pre-K - Higher Ed
U.S. President Donald Trump has officially renamed the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America." The new name was revealed through a proclamation signed aboard Air Force One. Trump showcased a new map featuring the renaming, emphasising the...
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Trump's Biggest Blow To NATO; Threatens To Cut U.S. Funding | 'We Should Not Be Spending...'

Pre-K - Higher Ed
U.S. President Donald Trump once again reiterates his call for NATO members to increase their defence spending from 2% to 5% of the GDP. President Trump repeated his demands twice yesterday- first at WEF meeting in Davos and then during...
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World leaders pay tribute to Jimmy Carter

9th - Higher Ed
One day after the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, tributes for the Nobel Peace Prize winner continue to pour in from around the world.
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Musk will be a ‘force’ in U.S. government, war in Ukraine: expert says | Canada Tonight

9th - Higher Ed
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday that he spoke with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump following his victory. Additionally, multiple outlets have reported that billionaire Elon Musk joined the call as well....
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The Indian Removal Act of 1830

K - 5th
The Indian Removal Act of 1830 led to the forced relocation of Indigenous Peoples from the fertile East to the arid West, marking a tragic chapter in U.S. history with the harrowing Trail of Tears.
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The Monroe Doctrine

K - 5th
In 1823, President James Monroe redefined U.S. foreign policy with a three-paragraph addition to his State of the Union address. The Monroe Doctrine ultimately led to a new era of U.S. imperialism.
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Money

K - 5th
Money helps people, businesses and countries to buy what they want and need. In this video, learn about how money is used, and why it is important.
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The Gadsden Purchase

K - 5th
In 1853, the United States paid Mexico $10 million for less than 30,000 square miles of land, facilitating the completion of a Southern transcontinental railroad and decades of economic growth.
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Causes of the Spanish-American War

K - 5th
Between 1895 and 1898, as Cuban revolutionaries fought for independence, a number of social, economic and political factors drove the United States and Spain to the brink of war.
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Lewis and Clark

K - 5th
In the early 1800s, Meriweather Lewis and William Clark charted the vast Louisiana Territory, providing the first maps and detailed documentation of its geography, plants, animals, and Indigenous populations.
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The Supreme Court

K - 5th
The Supreme Court is the most powerful court in the United States. In this video, learn about the history of the court, and what it represents to the country.
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The Capitol

K - 5th
The Capitol is a symbol of the United States government and the people. In this video, learn about the history of the building, and why it is important.
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Honesty

K - 5th
Honesty is a civic virtue that helps make communities fairer and safer for everyone. In this video, learn about how you can show honesty in your community.
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Levels of Government

K - 5th
In the United States, federal, state, and local governments work together to run the country. Find out the responsibilities of each level of government.
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Extablishing the Three Branches of Government

K - 5th
In 1787, the founders agreed to replace the Articles of Confederation with a new system of government. The Constitution divided power between the Legislature, the Executive, and the Judiciary, each with its own roles and responsibilities.
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The XYZ Affair

K - 5th
The controversial XYZ Affair escalated tensions between the U.S. and France in the 1700s, leading to naval confrontations at sea and a crisis of democracy in the United States.
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Indigenous Peoples' Day

K - 5th
Indigenous Peoples' Day pays tribute to America's original inhabitants, honoring their rich cultures, languages, and significant contributions to the nation.
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The Mexican-American War

K - 5th
The Mexican-American War saw the U.S. and Mexico fight over Texas between 1846 and 1848, leading to significant territorial changes and setting the stage for future conflicts.
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Secession and Confederacy

K - 5th
In 1860, tensions over slavery pushed the United States to the brink of collapse, leading to secession of 11 states and the creation of the Confederacy.
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The Impact of the Civil War

K - 5th
On April 12, 1861, Confederate forces attacked Fort Sumter, South Carolina, marking the explosive start of the Civil War. The conflict led to short-lived progress and long-term struggles for true racial equality.