Maryland Democrats fear millions will lose coverage under Republican Obamacare replacement Republican lawmakers say the Affordable Care Act has failed, leading to higher premiums and a lack of choice in the health care market. Lexie Schapitl March 7, 2017
Trump’s new travel bans eases restrictions on visa holders, Syrian refugees The new order will go into effect March 16 to give those affected a 10-day warning. Diamondback Staff March 6, 2017
After Trump’s announcement, a UMD official wants to codify protections for trans students This university does not have a written policy allowing transgender students to use the bathroom of their choice. Christine Condon March 2, 2017
President Trump called for unity in his first address to Congress “Everything that is broken in our country can be fixed,” Trump said. Julia Heimlich March 1, 2017
Trump’s administration leaves DACA intact but continues crackdown on illegal immigration As of fall 2016, there were 113 DACA students at this university. Christine Condon February 21, 2017
Donald Trump took office one month ago. A lot has happened since. Here’s a look back at some notable moments. Julia Heimlich February 20, 2017
“We stand firmly for human rights”: Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank explains remarks on Trump In an open letter, Plank said his statements to CNBC on Feb. 7 did not reflect his intent. Carrie Snurr February 16, 2017
Under Armour affirms opposition to travel ban after CEO Kevin Plank praises Trump “We are against a travel ban,” the company stated. Carrie Snurr February 10, 2017
Steph Curry is among Under Armour athletes opposing Kevin Plank’s praise for Trump Plank, a University of Maryland alumnus, praised President Trump’s business mindset. Julia Heimlich February 9, 2017
UMD faculty are among 42,000 academics who signed a petition opposing Trump’s travel ban More than 200 University of Maryland faculty members, including the University Senate chair, signed on. Freelance Reporter February 9, 2017