Bank of America is warning customers: keep your account active, or risk losing it. Accounts dormant for three years may be closed, with funds transferred to state custody under escheatment laws. This applies to checking, savings, IRAs, CDs, and more. To avoid this, log in regularly, make transactions, or set up alerts using the bank’s digital tools. With branch closures on the rise and banking shifting online, staying proactive is key. Ignore the bank’s notification letter, and your money could end up in state hands, requiring a tedious recovery process. Act now—simple steps like checking your balance or updating your info can safeguard your funds. Don’t let inactivity cost you.

Trump’s decision to end a humanitarian parole program has sparked tension among Cuban American Republicans in Florida, a key GOP voting bloc. The program, started by Biden, allowed over 500,000 migrants, mostly Cubans, to stay in the U.S. temporarily. Set to expire on April 24, 2025, the policy shift puts Cuban American GOP leaders in a bind—support Trump or defend their community. Miami-Dade County, home to over 1 million Cuban Americans, has shifted heavily Republican, with Trump winning 70% of their vote in 2024. Experts like Guillermo Grenier warn of potential backlash, though many Cuban Americans prioritize party loyalty. As Marco Rubio, the first Cuban American Secretary of State, stays silent, the community faces an uncertain future. Will this move fracture Trump’s support in Florida, or will party allegiance hold firm? The clock is ticking.

On March 27, 2025, President Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imported vehicles and foreign-made auto parts, effective April 3, aiming to boost U.S. manufacturing. The move sparked global outrage, with foreign leaders like Japan’s Shigeru Ishiba and Canada’s Mark Carney threatening retaliation, while the EU’s Ursula von der Leyen sought dialogue. Auto stocks plummeted—GM fell 7%, Ford 4.6%, and Stellantis 4%—as Asian automakers like Toyota and Honda also took hits. Experts predict car prices could rise by $4,000 to $12,000, impacting models like the Audi Q5 and Ford Maverick. Trump’s policy, a precursor to his April 2 “Liberation Day” duties, offers a temporary USMCA exemption but has already roiled markets, fueling economic uncertainty. Critics warn of job losses and higher consumer costs, while Trump insists the tariffs will bring auto jobs back to the U.S.

On March 25, 2025, Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish PhD student at Tufts University, was detained by ICE near her Somerville home while heading to break her Ramadan fast. A Fulbright Scholar with a valid F-1 visa, Ozturk’s arrest has sparked outrage, with her attorney filing a habeas petition to secure her release. No charges have been disclosed, and her whereabouts remain unknown. The incident follows her pro-Palestinian activism, including a 2024 op-ed criticizing Tufts’ ties to Israel. Judge Indira Talwani ordered ICE not to move her out of Massachusetts without notice. Tufts denies prior knowledge, as the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown intensifies. Community rallies demand her freedom, spotlighting tensions over student rights and free speech.

Transgender Americans, led by Ash Lazarus Orr, are suing the Trump administration over a new passport policy mandating birth sex designations, banning “X” markers and gender changes. The ACLU seeks an injunction in Boston federal court on March 26, 2025, arguing the policy violates equal protection and endangers transgender and nonbinary individuals. Orr’s delayed passport has halted his gender-affirming care trip to Ireland, while others face travel disruptions and safety risks from mismatched IDs. The Trump administration defends the rule, claiming presidential authority and minimal harm. Part of a broader rollback of transgender rights, the policy could reshape federal recognition of gender identity, with a court decision looming.

The FBI has launched a task force to combat a wave of attacks on Tesla vehicles and dealerships, labeled “domestic terrorism” by Director Kash Patel. With over 80 vandalism and arson cases reported across the U.S. and Canada, the agency is partnering with the ATF to pursue the culprits. The announcement follows the discovery of incendiary devices at a Tesla showroom in Austin on March 24, 2025. Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO and a Trump administration figure, faces growing protests over his role in government cost-cutting. Tesla stock has plummeted 40% since December amid the unrest. President Trump has publicly backed Musk, showcasing Tesla vehicles at the White House. Texas AG Ken Paxton blamed “radical liberals” for the violence, while the Tesla Takedown group insists its protests remain peaceful. The FBI vows justice as investigations intensify.

President Donald Trump has appointed his White House counsel, Alina Habba, as interim U.S. Attorney for New Jersey, announced on March 24, 2025, via Truth Social. Habba, a loyal Trump ally and former personal attorney, replaces John Giordano, now nominated as Ambassador to Namibia. She vows to tackle corruption and crime in her home state, aligning with Trump’s “America First” agenda. The move continues Trump’s pattern of placing trusted lawyers—like Attorney General Pam Bondi and deputies Todd Blanche and Emil Bove—in top Justice Department roles. Critics decry the politicization, citing Habba’s lack of prosecutorial experience, while supporters hail her outsider perspective. Overseeing 150 prosecutors, Habba’s tenure could reshape New Jersey’s legal landscape amid ongoing controversies over Trump’s DOJ influence.

Lindsey Vonn, at 40, made history with a second-place finish in a World Cup super-G race on March 24, 2025, in Sun Valley, Idaho. Becoming the oldest female Alpine skier to podium—by six years—she defied doubters 11 months after a partial knee replacement. Tears of joy followed her run, 1.29 seconds behind winner Lara Gut-Behrami, as Vonn celebrated silencing critics and proving age is no limit. “It was (expletive) hard, but I did it,” she said. Her 138th podium in 408 starts showcased vintage form on the steep Challenger course. Now eyeing the Olympics, Vonn’s comeback inspires resilience and grit.

Once a trailblazer in the world of at-home DNA testing, they has hit a staggering low. On March 23, 2025, 23andMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in a Missouri federal court, signaling a dramatic fall from its $6 billion valuation peak. Alongside this seismic shift, CEO Anne Wojcicki stepped down from her leadership role, […]

Surprise $6,000 Social Security Payments: Are You Eligible?
Millions of SSA beneficiaries are receiving unexpected payments averaging $6,710, thanks to the Social Security Fairness Act of 2025. Signed into law on January 5, this legislation scraps the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO), rules that cut benefits for over 3.2 million retirees with non-Social Security pensions. Teachers, firefighters, police officers, and federal workers under the Civil Service Retirement System may qualify. The SSA began retroactive payments on February 25, covering losses since January 2024, with most deposits hitting accounts by March 31. Monthly boosts start in April, averaging $360 to over $1,000. Check your eligibility at http://www.ssa.gov/myaccount—no application needed if you’re already affected. But beware: a projected 2.6% COLA and overpayment crackdowns loom in 2025. Get the full scoop on this game-changing payout!