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On January 20, 2025, the president of the United States was sworn into office at the U.S. Capitol in Washinton, D.C. The ceremony included the oath of office and an inaugural speech outlining goals for the new term.
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On January 25, 2025, large protests happened in cities across the United States about the immigration and deportation policies. People protested against mass deportations and the treatment of immigrants and asylum seekers.
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Between March 3 and March 6, 2025, a major winter storm hits parts of the United States. Heavy snow, strong winds, and power outages affected many areas.
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On April 5, 2025, the “Hands Off” protests took place across the United States. People protested to protect civil rights such as voting rights, freedom of speech, and privacy rights.
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On June 14, 2025, a large celebration was held in Washington, D.C. for the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. The event included ceremonies, military displays, and a parade honoring Army history and service.
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On June 25, 2025, protests began in Portland, Oregon, related to federal immigration enforcement actions. demonstrators gathered to oppose arrests and deportations carried out by federal agencies.
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On October 18, 2025, nationwide protests called the “No Kings” protests occurred across the United States. Protesters spoke out against what they saw as abuses of power and demanded protection of democratic principles.
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On October 1, 2025, the U.S. federal government shut down after Congress failed to pass a budget. Federal employees were furloughed and some government services were paused or delayed.
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On November 13, 2025, the federal government was reopened after lawmakers reached a budget agreement. Federal agencies resumed normal operations and workers got back to their jobs.
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On December 13, 2025, a shooting occurred on a college campus in the United States. This incident led to national attention and renewed discussions about gun violence and campus safety.
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December 17, 2025
On January 20, 2025, the president of the United States was sworn into office at the U.S. Capitol in Washinton, D.C. The ceremony included the oath of office and an inaugural speech outlining goals for the new term.
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Layla Stevens, Reporter
Layla Stevens is a freshman at Sahuaro High School. Before starting high school, she was homeschooled for several years and attended eighth grade in person for about five months. Adjusting to public school life has been a new experience, but she’s excited to see where it leads. She isn’t currently in any clubs or sports, but she has a growing list of things she’d like to try. Swimming and guitar are at the top of her list, and she’s also curious about playing volleyball. She enjoys learning new skills and exploring various activities, even if they fall outside her comfort zone. Layla didn’t choose to be in journalism, but now that she’s in the class, she’s interested in giving it a try. She hopes it will help her become less shy and improve her ability to communicate with people, and perhaps even encourage her to write more.