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FBI trainee allegedly fired for “Inappropriate Display of Political Signage” Over Pride Flag on Desk. Written By Dayshaun Powe News On October 1, 2025, many were bracing for the impacts of the most recent government shutdown. But for one FBI trainee, who was in the midst of their training at Quantico, it meant the end of their career. As on the same day, they received a personal letter from current FBI director, Kash Patel. Notifying them that, effective immediately, they were being removed from federal service. According to the letter sent from Patel, the reasoning was, “poor judgement with an inappropriate display of political signage”. Throughout the last year, as his presidency continues Donald Trump has made it a mission of his to replace the head of most government organ...

Byline: Meghan Miglorie, Staff-Writer On Thursday April 10th, I had the privilege of reading one of my personal poems, “My Mother Was Once Nineteen-” at The Anthology Showcase hosted in Dina’s Place. The Anthology is Winthrop’s only literary journal other than The Patchwork Soup, a literary society run by Winthrop Professor of English, Dustin Hoffman. For 62 years, The Anthology has recognized the talented writers and artists on campus. Editor-in-Chief Gwen Pregnall and Professor of English Amy Bagwell worked tirelessly to prepare the event and acknowledge the talented students. Naziah Foster, the graphic designer for The Anthology, beautifully laid out this year’s edition. The Anthology showcased visual art featured in the edition and provided free copies to students and staff after...

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“My Identity is Not a Political Statement “

The 62nd Anthology Showcase; The Power of Poetry and Prose at Winthrop University