THE KEY BRIDGE, ONE YEAR LATER: How life has changed in Baltimore Co. since the collapse

In the year since the collapse of Baltimore Co.'s Key Bridge, the region has undergone numerous changes, significantly impacting daily life and local governance. Amid infrastructure challenges, the collapse catalyzed discussions about funding and repairs across Maryland, urging local and national governments to prioritize infrastructure safety. Simultaneously, Trump's push for election reform through an executive order has sparked constitutional debates. While he aims to fortify election integrity, critics argue it infringes on states' rights, as the Constitution grants states the authority to govern elections. Trump's plan requires proof of citizenship for voter registration, aims to secure voting systems, and demands timely ballot counting, measures met with both praise and concern. Proponents see it as a move to secure elections; opponents fear voter disenfranchisement, particularly against minorities and married women facing documentation issues. The wide-reaching order is poised to face legal challenges. Conversely, Trump's cancellation of funding over student protests at Columbia University underscores the complexities of political influence on academia. Critics view it as a clampdown on academic freedom, while supporters argue fiscal accountability. As Vice President Vance reroutes his visit to Greenland, avoiding public unrest following Trump's Arctic policies, the administration's international and domestic strategies underscore its electoral-driven priorities amid a landscape of potential diplomatic tensions.