Greg Fitzgerald

Greg Fitzgerald

@gfitzboston.bsky.social

Communication Manager at the Christian Science Monitor but also lover of all things creative social.

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BREAKING: in March 2026, *every single one* of the 1,341 refugees admitted in the United States were white South Africans: In FY 2026, the U.S. has admitted a total of 4,496 white South Africans, three Afghans (back in November), and nobody else. www.rpc.state.gov/documents/Re...

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Alex Ip 葉清霖@alexip718.com

An update: in February 2026, *every single one* of the 1,507 refugees admitted in the United States were white South Africans: In FY 2026, the U.S. has admitted a total of 3,155 white South Africans, three Afghans, and nobody else. www.rpc.state.gov/documents/Re...

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Greg Fitzgerald
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European allies have mostly found ways to appease President Trump when he’s questioned the value of US alliances, especially NATO. Yet amid the bitter rhetoric and growing divide over the Iran war, there’s a sense the damage might be irreparable. #trump #iran #nato www.csmonitor.com/USA/Foreign-...

csmonitor.comTrump’s war in Iran puts new strain on alliances. Why this time it’s different.Whether President Trump opts for ground forces, walks away from the war, or cuts a deal with Iran, one cost of his war of choice will be the further decline of U.S. alliances. The strain has been unre...
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Some nations appeal to Iran’s better angels to allow shipments of fertilizer products through the Strait of Hormuz to prevent famine. Protecting the innocent has long been an opening to ending a war. #iran #war #straitofhormuz www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/t...

csmonitor.comA seed of peace in the Iran warSome nations appeal to Iran’s better angels to allow shipments of fertilizer products through the Strait of Hormuz to prevent famine. Protecting the innocent has long been an opening to ending a war.
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At least six states are considering proposals that protect the First Amendment rights of student journalists. Over the past year, tension between administrators and student newspapers has emerged at several universities. #journalism #university #firstamendment www.csmonitor.com/USA/Educatio...

csmonitor.comFrom shuttered print editions to firings, student journalists clash with universitiesAt least six states are considering legislative proposals that protect the First Amendment rights of student journalists. Over the past year, tension between administrators and student newspapers has ...
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President Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the U.S. will hold off on power plant strikes for five days. #Iran #Trump #war #oil www.csmonitor.com/USA/Military...

csmonitor.comTrump delays Iran power plan strikes for 5 days, extending deadline on Hormuz straitPresident Donald Trump has extended his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the U.S. will hold off on power plant strikes for five days. Mr. Trump said the U.S. and Iran have had ...
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Over decades, immigrants in and near Portland, Maine, have become part of the community – but many wondered what could happen when federal agents began enforcement action. They discovered an unexpected level of support. #immigration #community #dhs www.csmonitor.com/USA/Society/...

csmonitor.comIn Maine, immigrants have built community. Federal agents’ arrival revealed unexpected bonds.Maine has been welcoming to immigrants for decades. Amid a federal immigration enforcement surge there, communities showed their support in numerous ways.
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Over 2,000 U.S. Marines are headed toward the Persian Gulf. A possible goal: to gain leverage over Iran by seizing Kharg Island, with its oil-shipping infrastructure. #Iran #Trump #oil www.csmonitor.com/USA/Military...

csmonitor.comHigh risk, high reward? US considers taking Iran’s Kharg Island.Over 2,000 U.S. Marines are headed toward the Persian Gulf. A possible goal: to gain leverage over Iran by seizing Kharg Island, with its oil-shipping infrastructure.
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In Lebanon, Iran ally Hezbollah has plunged into a battle with Israel that its rank and file has embraced as existential. Yet the regional conflict involves far larger powers with much higher stakes. #iran #israel #war www.csmonitor.com/World/Middle...

csmonitor.comWhy Hezbollah fighters are embracing an unpopular and costly war with IsraelIn Lebanon, Iran ally Hezbollah has plunged into a battle with Israel that its rank and file has embraced as existential. Yet the regional conflict involves far larger powers with much higher stakes, ...
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Concerns about overly aggressive targeting of suspected unauthorized immigrants might push Congress, as well as a new head of Homeland Security, to align law enforcement with respect for individual humanity and civic rights. #dhs #congress #immigration www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/t...

csmonitor.comToward balanced immigration enforcementConcerns about overly aggressive targeting of suspected unauthorized immigrants might push Congress, as well as a new head of Homeland Security, to align law enforcement with respect for individual hu...
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Federal judges in the United States traditionally express their views only through their written opinions. That stance has shifted recently, amid physical threats and criticism by public officials, including the president. #judges #us #federal csmonitor.com/USA/Justice/...

csmonitor.comFacing threats, judges who normally talk only through writings are speaking upFederal judges in the United States traditionally express their views only through their written opinions. That stance has shifted recently, amid physical threats and criticism by public officials, in...
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In the “asymmetric” Iran war, victory looks different for each side: The U.S. and Israel must decisively win – or convincingly claim they have – while the Iranian regime only has to survive. #iran #war #israel www.csmonitor.com/World/2026/0...

csmonitor.comWhat constitutes victory in an ‘asymmetric’ war with Iran?In the Iran war, victory looks different for each side: The U.S. and Israel must decisively win, while the Iranian regime only has to survive.
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After decades of conflict, Iraqis have enjoyed increased political stability and a promising future. But attacks by Iran, the United States, and homegrown militias are tugging at the divides that had held Iraq back. #iran #war #iraq www.csmonitor.com/World/Middle...

csmonitor.comIraq was enjoying newfound peace and prosperity. Then came the Iran war.After decades of conflict, Iraqis have enjoyed increased political stability and a promising future, even embracing a unified national identity. But attacks by Iran, the United States, and homegrown m...
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Polls show that President Trump’s war against Iran has strong support among self-identified MAGA voters, despite strident criticism from some conservative commentators. How long the president can maintain that support, as war costs rise and gas prices mount at home, is unclear. #trump #maga #iran

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American youths’ rapid turn to artificial intelligence tools for school work is prompting a more expansive approach to AI literacy that focuses on building their agency and responsible use. #AI #schools #education www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/t...

csmonitor.comStudents and AI: Mastery, not misuseAmerican youths’ rapid turn to artificial intelligence tools for school work is prompting a more expansive approach to AI literacy that focuses on building their agency and responsible use.
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For intrepid journalists Emily Hahn, Rebecca West, and Martha Gellhorn, the love of writing, travel, mentorship, and friendly competition united them for seven decades of “bylines and books.” #journalists #women #history www.csmonitor.com/Books/Book-R...

csmonitor.comThe trio of women who redefined journalismFor intrepid journalists Emily Hahn, Rebecca West, and Martha Gellhorn, the love of writing, travel, mentorship, and friendly competition united them for seven decades of “bylines and books.”
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The vast majority of the oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz was Asia-bound. Now, countries there are forced to make do with what they have, highlighting the cost of fossil fuel dependence. #iran #war #trump #oil www.csmonitor.com/World/Asia-P...

csmonitor.comAsian countries call for belt-tightening as war closes critical oil shipping routesThe vast majority of the oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz was Asia-bound. Now, countries there are forced to make do with what they have, highlighting the cost of fossil fuel dependence.
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The Iran war hasn’t yet come to the forefront of American culture or drawn people together around a shared goal in the same way that other U.S. wars have. #iran #war #trump #middleEast www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics...

csmonitor.comYellow ribbons and flags united Americans in past wars. Iran is different.The Iran war hasn’t yet come to the forefront of American culture or drawn people together around a shared goal in the same way that other U.S. wars have.
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The Iran war’s impacts reverberated quickly in the Ukraine conflict. Intelligence and anti-drone measures – have created diplomatic and strategic openings for both Russia and Ukraine. #iran #war #trump #Ukraine www.csmonitor.com/USA/Foreign-...

csmonitor.comFor Ukraine and Russia, widening Iran war presents peril and possibilityFrom soaring oil prices to depleted interceptors, the Iran war’s impacts reverberated quickly in the Ukraine conflict. And the needs of the Mideast combatants – intelligence and anti-drone measures – ...
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The islands off Iran have become the latest focus of the war after a U.S strike destroyed military sites on Kharg Island. The string of islands are critical to Iran's oil industry and its national security. #iran #war #trump #oil www.csmonitor.com/World/Middle...

csmonitor.comWhat to know about Iran’s islands, as the US expands its bombing campaign thereThe islands off Iran have become the latest focus of the war after a U.S strike destroyed military sites on Kharg Island. The string of islands are critical to Iran's oil industry and its nationa...
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The 17 candidates competing in Tuesday’s special election for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District run the gamut from a trash hauler to a hot dog slinger. The large field reflects a somewhat splintered Republican coalition #georgia #Trump #elections. www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics...

csmonitor.comIn race to succeed Marjorie Taylor Greene, candidates steer clear of Trump riftThe 17 candidates competing in Tuesday’s special election for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District run the gamut from a trash hauler to a hot dog slinger. The large field reflects a somewhat splinter...
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Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father, despite President Trump’s criticism and Israel’s threats. He has a hard-liner’s pedigree, but will his tenure be confrontational, or seek to broaden internal support for the regime?#iran #war #trump #middleEast www.csmonitor.com/World/Middle...

csmonitor.comSignaling defiance, Iran’s regime rallies around a younger KhameneiChoosing continuity amid war, Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father, despite President Donald Trump’s criticism and Israel’s threats. He has a hard-liner’s pedigree, but will his tenure be...
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Oil prices retreated below $100 a barrel on Monday, on investor hopes that the conflict in Iran will end relatively soon. But energy costs remain elevated, and volatile markets are a sign of uncertainty for the global economy. #iran #war #trump #oil www.csmonitor.com/Business/202...

csmonitor.comWill war end soon? Oil prices and stocks swing with the shifting signals.Oil prices retreated below $100 a barrel on Monday, on investor hopes that the conflict in Iran will end relatively soon. But energy costs remain elevated, and volatile markets are a sign of uncertain...
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The U.S. is blocking oil shipments to Cuba, where people are struggling to make ends meet. Ordinary Cubans are also defying the risks that come with criticizing their government and asking for political change. #cuba #trump #protest www.csmonitor.com/World/Americ...

csmonitor.comThe US wants change in Cuba. So do more Cubans.Over the years, Cubans have figured out ways to carefully express disapproval of their repressive government. But calls for change are getting louder.
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The U.S. and Israeli leaders have made it clear they want regime change in Iran. But the Islamic Republic had prepared for this day, with a political succession plan and a battlefield strategy. The result so far is Iranian confidence #iran #war #trump #middleEast www.csmonitor.com/World/Middle...

csmonitor.comIran’s regime faces historic threat, but it’s not lacking in confidenceThe U.S. and Israeli leaders have made it clear they want regime change in Iran. But the Islamic Republic had prepared for this day, with a political succession plan and a battlefield strategy. The re...
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The Iran conflict is generating strong criticism from many prominent MAGA commentators, who say President Trump has lost touch with what his voters really want. Will thatreshape the MAGA coalition? #trump #MAGA #Iran www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics...

csmonitor.comAmerica First? War in Iran threatens to split Trump’s MAGA coalition.The Iran conflict is generating strong criticism from many prominent MAGA commentators, who say President Trump has lost touch with what his voters really want. As the GOP starts looking toward a post...
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China is engaged in a huge nuclear weapons expansion, growing the size and capabilities of its arsenal. At a time when the will to curb nuclear proliferation is waning, this could unleash a new wave of nuclear arms competition. #china #nuclear #weapons www.csmonitor.com/World/Asia-P...

csmonitor.comAs US and Russia unbind from nuclear treaty, China’s arsenal has been growingChina is engaged in a huge nuclear weapons expansion, growing the size and capabilities of its arsenal. At a time when the will to curb nuclear proliferation is waning, this could unleash a new wave o...
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The primary battle for the Republican nod in Texas’ U.S. Senate race illustrates tensions between factions of the GOP. Some national Republicans are concerned the seat could be at risk. #texas #primary #senate www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics...

csmonitor.comIn Texas, a contentious Republican primary goes down to the wireThe primary battle for the Republican nod in Texas’ U.S. Senate race illustrates tensions between factions of the GOP. Some national Republicans are concerned the seat could be at risk.
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Airstrikes against Iran were effective in the early days of the mission. But there’s more to do – both offensively and defensively – if the U.S. hopes to crack Iran’s regime. #iran #trump #war www.csmonitor.com/USA/Military...

csmonitor.comInitial Iran strikes over, what strategy will define the next US moves?The U.S. and Israeli offensive against Iran will have to rely on a coordinated operation to maximize firepower and mitigate retaliation risks.
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Roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Our explainer explores what’s at stake for global oil prices as the Iran conflict puts this narrow channel in the spotlight. #iran #Trump #war #Oil www.csmonitor.com/Business/202...

csmonitor.comThe Strait of Hormuz: How Iran conflict affects oil tankers – and pricesRoughly one-fifth of the world’s oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s what’s at stake as the Iran conflict puts this narrow channel in the spotlight.
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Mobile libraries operated by Alif Laila Book Bus Society have grown into a nationwide phenomenon, upending the belief among many Pakistanis that reading is a pastime reserved for the elite. #Libraries #pakistan #children www.csmonitor.com/World/Making...

csmonitor.comVia camel, rickshaw, whatever it takes, this nonprofit brings libraries to children“If children couldn’t come to the library, the library had to go to them,” says the head of the nonprofit Alif Laila Book Bus Society.
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Taking down a drug cartel leader is a win for a country. But the swift violence that often follows is a public reminder that peace might not be imminent. #mexico #cartels #violence www.csmonitor.com/World/Americ...

csmonitor.comMexico takes out most-wanted cartel leader: Why that means nationwide upheavalTaking down a drug cartel leader is a win for a country. But the swift violence that often follows is a public reminder that peace might not be imminent.
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During visits to the now-ruined and occupied Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, a Monitor reporter fell in love with its roses, for the hope and inspiration they provided the city’s warm and welcoming residents in time of war. #ukraine #war #russia www.csmonitor.com/World/Europe...

csmonitor.comLetter to Pokrovsk, Ukrainian city of roses: Your beautiful spirit isn’t lostDuring visits to the now-ruined and occupied Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, a Monitor reporter fell in love with its roses, for the hope and inspiration they provided the city’s warm and welcoming reside...
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During visits to the now-ruined and occupied Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, a Monitor reporter fell in love with its roses, for the hope and inspiration they provided the city’s warm and welcoming residents in time of war. #ukraine #war #russia www.csmonitor.com/World/Europe...

csmonitor.comLetter to Pokrovsk, Ukrainian city of roses: Your beautiful spirit isn’t lostDuring visits to the now-ruined and occupied Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, a Monitor reporter fell in love with its roses, for the hope and inspiration they provided the city’s warm and welcoming reside...
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President Trump’s economic calculus is in flux after a Supreme Court ruling, as some global leaders say his new tariffs violate the trade deals he cut with them. #Tariffs #trump #trade www.csmonitor.com/Business/202...

csmonitor.comAs Trump pushes back on tariff ruling, other nations push back at himPresident Trump’s economic calculus is in flux after a Supreme Court ruling, as some global leaders say his new tariffs violate the trade deals he cut with them.