Top 5 News Highlights from Virginia Times – May 29, 2025

From Musk’s fallout to Trump’s Pulitzer war, here’s what you need to know today

If you forgot to read the headlines this morning, here’s your complete roundup:

1. Elon Musk: A Reckoning with His DOGE Legacy

In a powerful open letter published by Virginia Times, Elon Musk’s short-lived but highly controversial stint at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) comes under critical examination. The article outlines a turbulent legacy marked by failed cost-cutting reforms, backlash from the disabled and LGBTQ+ communities, a public fallout with his daughter Vivian Wilson, and Tesla’s dramatic 49% sales drop in Europe.

SpaceX’s Starship failures and Musk’s combative public remarks—such as telling advertisers to “go f— yourself”—have only deepened the crisis around his leadership. The piece calls for Musk to rebuild trust through humility and reform.

2. Trump Sues Pulitzer Board over ‘Russia Hoax’ Reporting

President Donald Trump is taking legal action against the Pulitzer Prize Board, alleging that its awards for reporting on Russian election interference were based on what he calls a “hoax.” As reported in this detailed news analysis, Trump’s legal team argues that Pulitzer’s continued endorsement of disputed reporting undermines journalistic integrity and transparency.

With preliminary court rulings favoring the Trump team’s discovery requests, the case has gained traction and reignited political debate about media accountability and free speech boundaries.

3. Dan Bongino Uncovers Hidden FBI Evidence from Comey Era

In a stunning development, Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino has revealed the existence of sealed documents tied to the Comey-led FBI during the early Trump-Russia investigations. According to sources, the documents contain internal memos, communications, and legal memos that were never submitted during Congressional hearings.

The revelation could have major implications for past FBI leadership and renew scrutiny into surveillance practices used during and after the 2016 election cycle.

4. Federal Judge Blocks Trump Move to Revoke Harvard’s International Enrollment

A federal judge has issued a temporary injunction against the Trump administration’s policy targeting international student enrollment at Harvard. The decision, covered in full here, came after civil rights groups and universities filed emergency lawsuits to protect visa and residency rights for international scholars.

The judge ruled that the administration’s proposal was “arbitrary and capricious,” noting it would cause irreparable harm to students and academic institutions alike.

5. British-Indian Twins Krish and Keira Arora Join Mensa

Rounding out today’s highlights is a feel-good story about brilliance and belonging. Krish and Keira Arora, twin siblings of British-Indian descent, have been accepted into Mensa after scoring in the top 1% of IQ test takers.

At just 13 years old, their achievement has inspired headlines across the UK, U.S., and India—celebrating their intellect, diversity, and the supportive parenting behind their journey.