Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for October 10, 2025. In the U.S., a government shutdown is causing mass layoffs for federal workers, who just missed their first paycheck, adding to their woes from previous cuts. This shutdown is also raising concerns about staffing for air traffic controllers. Meanwhile, military families face uncertainty […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for October 9, 2025. In today’s top stories, a new movement sees students across the U.S. pushing back against artificial intelligence, driven by a desire to preserve community and humanity. President Trump continues his campaign for a Nobel Peace Prize, with his prospects reportedly rising amidst recent […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for October 8, 2025. We begin with today’s top headlines. In U.S. news, concerns are rising around Portland’s ICE office regarding security and free speech, prompting questions about the necessity of National Guard deployment given its existing federal protection. President Trump may be showing increased patience with […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for October 7, 2025. Today, in U.S. news, President Trump is reportedly showing increased patience with Gaza diplomacy, eyeing a potential peace prize and a chance at elusive Mideast peace. Domestically, the Supreme Court is set to tackle significant cases involving free speech and LGBTQ+ rights, including […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for October 6, 2025. In today’s top stories, the U.S. Supreme Court has already given President Trump early wins this term, with anticipation building for explanations on cases ranging from tariffs to the 14th Amendment, which will test the bounds of presidential power. Meanwhile, the ongoing government […]