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Trump acquitted after violent insurrection prompts impeachment

February 16, 2021

In the entirety of American history, there have been four impeachment trials, three of which have occurred during many student’s lifetimes, and two of those three in the last two years. The impeachment of President Donald Trump during the final days of his term marks history as the first time a sitting president has been impeached twice, and the first time a president who has already left office endured an impeachment trial.

The power of words in modern-day politics

February 16, 2021

In an unprecedented turn of events, the world watched in horror as footage of rioters storming the Capitol on Jan. 6 flooded television screens and news outlets around the globe. The loathsome behavior exhibited by these individuals, whose purpose was to “take back” the election they believed was stolen, was the culmination of two months of encouragement by former President Trump himself.

Prosecutors are afraid of criminal justice reform

February 16, 2021

Los Angeles’s new DA is “rocking the boat,” but these are the waves of change we were looking for Baylynne Brunetti /Asst. Opinion Editor In the November 2020 election, Los Angeles county voted to oust its previous District Attorney, Jackie Lacie. She had been criticized for being pro-cop and not […]

Bad influence

February 16, 2021

With social media influencers growing in popularity and power, recognizing their flaws is more important than ever Hallie Wiltshire / Asst. Opinion Editor When the news first began reporting on COVID-19, no one could have predicted that almost a year later, the pandemic not only continues to persist but continues […]

The perfect (COVID-friendly) Valentine’s Day in San Diego

February 9, 2021

Love is in the air, and unfortunately so is the coronavirus. Though it’s been over a year since COVID-19 crept into the U.S. and “quarantine” became a frequent topic of conversation, nothing has stopped people from crushing on someone over Zoom, going on dates with strangers, and even finding love.

Where San Diego COVID-19 vaccinations stand

February 9, 2021

San Diego has become a model for how to vaccinate as efficiently as possible Maria Simpson / Assistant News Editor Almost one year ago, all of our lives were turned upside down when the COVID-19 pandemic struck in the United States, and our world has not looked the same since. […]

Kevin Faulconer announces campaign for California governor

February 9, 2021

Former mayor of San Diego says “It’s time for a California comeback” in new political venture Tyler Pugmire / News Editor Kevin Faulconer reached his six-year term limit as mayor of San Diego in 2020 and has now focused his efforts to be the next governor of California, challenging incumbent […]

ASG brings back New York Times subscription for all USD students

February 9, 2021

USD’s Associated Student Government (ASG) voted to pass the budget for the Spring 2021 semester on Jan. 28, which included funding a free New York Times digital subscription for all students for the rest of the semester.

COVID-19 cases surge as students return to campus

February 9, 2021

Two weeks into the Spring 2021 semester, after USD’s Residential Life increased the on-campus housing availability for students, COVID-19 cases at USD have spiked significantly. The first two weeks of the semester saw record case numbers, which showed a total of 169 cases from Jan. 31 to Feb. 6.

Toreros take down Mustangs

February 9, 2021

After nearly a year away from the courts, the University of San Diego men’s tennis team returned to action at home on Friday against the Cal Poly Mustangs. The best-of-seven contest began with three highly competitive doubles matches for the incredibly important first overall point.

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