Alexia Aston

2 weeks ago | oklahoman.com | Alexia Aston |Murray Evans

• At least eight students across Oklahoma universities have had their visas revoked, likely due to increased scrutiny from the Trump administration. • Over 9,300 international students are enrolled in Oklahoma's public higher education system, and affected universities are providing assistance.

2 weeks ago | oklahoman.com | Alexia Aston

The ALA and AFSCME are suing the Trump administration over cuts to the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The lawsuit challenges a Trump executive order mandating the IMLS cut non-statutorily required funding. Oklahoma's library agency anticipates delays and complications due to the funding cuts, while other states have already seen grant terminations.

2 weeks ago | oklahoman.com | Alexia Aston

• An Oklahoma Senate bill aims to codify Gov. Stitt's executive order banning state funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in higher education. • Proponents argue the bill prevents preferential treatment and focuses on merit, while opponents express concerns about equity and opportunities for women and minorities. • The bill's passage has rekindled debate about the closure of the University of Oklahoma's women's leadership program due to the anti-DEI executive order.

2 weeks ago | oklahoman.com | Alexia Aston

• At least eight international students at Oklahoma universities have had their visas revoked recently. • Reasons for the visa revocations range from alleged political activity to minor criminal offenses. • Secretary of State Marco Rubio has publicly stated he has revoked visas for students he deems "lunatics" for pro-Palestinian activism.

2 weeks ago | oklahoman.com | Alexia Aston

• The bill, introduced by Sens. Chuck Grassley and Maria Cantwell, requires congressional approval for new tariffs within 60 days. • While expressing support for checks and balances, Sen. Markwayne Mullin voiced concerns about Congress's ability to adapt swiftly to economic change. Oklahoma's Republican U.S. senators aren't saying yet whether they support a new bipartisan effort to rein in the president's power to impose tariffs. The proposal from Sen. Chuck Grassley, an Iowa Republican, and Sen.