Protests erupted in Turkey following the jailing of President Erdogan’s main political rival, Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.

Happening in the World: Turkey has detained nearly 1,900 people amid nationwide protests over the jailing of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, President Erdogan’s main political rival. Imamoglu was arrested on graft charges, which opposition parties and Western powers argue are politically motivated to eliminate him as an electoral threat. His arrest triggered the largest anti-government demonstrations in a decade. The government denies political influence over the judiciary and defends the decision, citing the seriousness of the allegations. (Reuters)

Happening in the US: President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History” on Thursday, directing federal agencies and the Smithsonian to remove what it calls “divisive” and “anti-American” content from museums and national parks. The order mandates restoring federal monuments removed in the past five years and tasks Vice President JD Vance with eliminating exhibits promoting “improper” ideologies at the Smithsonian. It also bans federal funding for programs that, in the administration’s view, divide Americans by race or contradict federal law. Additionally, the order prohibits the upcoming American Women’s History Museum from recognizing transgender women. (ABC)

Happening in NYC: Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is moving forward with the corruption case against Ingrid Lewis-Martin, former chief advisor to Mayor Eric Adams and one of Adams’ closest aides for years. Prosecutors revealed that a grand jury is hearing evidence against Lewis-Martin, including records tied to the city’s former Buildings Commissioner. In December, Lewis-Martin, her son, and two businessmen were indicted for bribery, money laundering, and conspiracy, accused of using her influence to remove obstacles at the Department of Buildings in exchange for cash and gifts, including $100,000 for her son’s Porsche. All defendants have pleaded not guilty, claiming the payment was a loan. The grand jury is also considering additional matters related to the defendants. (Gothamist)

Happening in our Community: The Undergraduate Community Initiative and Community Impact invites Columbia undergraduates to a special event celebrating the role of service in student life on Friday, March 28. The event will feature a live panel of students and also include food, music, and interactive service activities. Students enrolled in Columbia College, the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and General Studies can register here.

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