Biden has some catching up to do on pardons: He'll have to issue well over 100 more in his last few weeks in office to come close to his predecessors' ...
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Biden has some catching up to do on pardons
'DARK MARK': College professor Douglas Brinkley argues there's "nothing positive" about the president's decision to pardon his son ... Show more

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Quick Glance: Judge Critiques Biden's Pardon Statement on Hunter's Case
  • Judge Mark C. Scarsi criticized President Biden for misrepresenting the charges against Hunter Biden in his pardon announcement.

  • He noted that the president's claims contradict the court records and that Hunter Biden does not belong to the group of individuals who delayed tax payments due to addiction.

  • Biden pleaded guilty to failing to pay at least $1.4 million in federal taxes and filing false returns.

  • Despite the concerns regarding the president's statements, the judge vacated the sentencing hearing and planned to officially close the case upon receipt of the pardon confirmation.
Pres. Biden and his senior aides are discussing possible preemptive pardons for people who might be targeted by the incoming Trump administration ... Show more

Biden considering preemptive pardons for officials Trump might target: Source - ABC News
Quick Glance: Biden Considers Pardons for Fauci, Schiff, and Cheney
  • President Biden's aides are contemplating pre-emptive pardons for officials before Donald Trump's inauguration.

  • Liz Cheney, Adam Schiff, and Anthony Fauci are among those discussed, facing various allegations.

  • These discussions led by White House Counsel Ed Siskel raise concerns about the propriety of pardons without charges.

  • The considerations stem from fears that Trump may initiate investigations against political adversaries, despite his campaign's downplaying of retribution.
As he presided over his final Christmas tree lighting at the White House on Thursday, Pres. Biden said his wish for the nation now, and always ... Show more

Biden at tree lighting says his holiday wish is for US to continue to seek light, liberty and love - ABC News
The final hearing of the House task force that investigated the assassination attempts against Donald Trump devolved into an explosive moment as the acting U.S ... Show more
Quick Glance: Congressional Clash Over Secret Service Leadership
  • A heated confrontation occurred during a congressional hearing involving acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe.

  • Rep. Pat Fallon accused Rowe of attending a 9/11 memorial for self-promotion regarding his position.

  • Rowe defended himself, emphasizing his connection to 9/11 and acknowledging security lapses during assassination attempts on Donald Trump.

  • The exchange intensified as Fallon claimed Rowe jeopardized the safety of Biden and Harris, while Rowe accused Fallon of politicizing the tragedy.
President Biden participates in his final Christmas tree lighting at the White House.
Quick Glance: Biden Illuminates National Christmas Tree Ceremony
  • President Joe Biden wished Americans a merry Christmas during the 102nd National Christmas Tree lighting on December 5, 2024.

  • The 35-foot tall red spruce, sourced from Virginia's national forests, was adorned with over 2.5 miles of lights, reflecting this year's holiday theme of peace and light.

  • The ceremony, steeped in over a century of tradition, featured unique ornaments crafted by Americans from all states and territories, including the District of Columbia.

  • This marked Biden's final Christmas tree lighting ceremony, with a note of regret that his wife, Jill, was unable to attend due to commitments in Qatar.
President-elect Donald Trump announced he created a new role for his administration, White House Artificial Intelligence and Crypto Czar ... Show more

Trump announces new role for his administration, names PayPal co-founder 'White House AI and crypto czar' - ABC News
Quick Glance: Trump Appoints David Sacks as AI and Crypto Czar
  • David Sacks, former COO of PayPal, is appointed as the 'White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.'

  • He will create a legal framework for the crypto industry and reshape U.S. digital currency policy.

  • Sacks is expected to advocate for light regulation, focusing on AI application rather than model development.

  • With Bitcoin surpassing $100,000, this appointment is viewed positively within the crypto sector.
President Joe Biden watched the National Christmas Tree, a 35-foot Red Spruce from Virginia, light up for the last time as president.
John Fetterman says Hunter Biden, Trump both deserve pardons after 'politically motivated' trials
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John Fetterman says Hunter Biden, Trump both deserve pardons after ...
Musk, Ramaswamy meet with lawmakers to build support for slashing government programs
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Musk, Ramaswamy meet with lawmakers to build support for slashing ...
Quick Glance: Musk and Ramaswamy Call for Dramatic Government Reforms
  • Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy met with Republican lawmakers to discuss sweeping spending cuts.

  • Musk aims for $2 trillion in savings, though a timeline for these reductions remains unspecified.

  • The co-chairs of the efficiency task force propose firing thousands of federal employees and eliminating expired programs.

  • Despite Republican control of Congress and the White House, significant reductions are anticipated to be challenging.
Subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of the conversation. As the US looks to counter Chinese influence and investment in Africa ... Show more
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Why Democrats now support the Hunter Biden pardon: Plus, polls on Sarah McBride's favorability and the future of America.
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Why Democrats now support the Hunter Biden pardon
1MDB TRIAL | Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak lamented that the United States under Joe Biden was “politically motivated” in blocking him from obtaining ... Show more

'Politically motivated' US govt blocked me from 1MDB evidence: Najib
Trump allies work to save Hegseth in key test of president-elect’s relationship with Senate GOP
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Trump allies work to save Hegseth in key test of president-elect’s ...
Trump picks former Senator David Perdue to be ambassador to China: U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said on Thursday he has ...
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Trump picks former Senator David Perdue to be ambassador to China
Quick Glance: Trump Appoints David Perdue as China Ambassador
  • Donald Trump has nominated former Senator David Perdue as the ambassador to China to improve US-China relations.

  • Perdue, with extensive international business experience, will play a key role in implementing Trump's strategy for regional peace.

  • His confirmation is anticipated as Republicans hold a majority in the Senate.

  • Trump plans to impose tariffs on Chinese goods in response to escalating trade tensions between the two nations.
Colbert on Trump’s Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth: ‘A slight work problem when he shows up at drinking’
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Colbert on Trump’s Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth: ‘A slight work problem when ...
Quick Glance: Hegseth Fights for Support as Trump Eyes DeSantis
  • Pete Hegseth, Trump's choice for defense secretary, is publicly campaigning for support while dismissing allegations against him as fabricated.

  • Even with Hegseth's claims of Trump's backing, the president-elect is considering Ron DeSantis as a potential replacement.

  • Hegseth's mother retracted her previous accusations against him, calling him a changed person, which raises hopes for his confirmation.

  • However, Trump's allies worry that reports about DeSantis could further weaken support for Hegseth among Republican senators.
An Gwi-ryeong, a spokeswoman for a political party, went viral after confronting troops during South Korea’s night of martial law. “When it actually happened ... Show more

The Head of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s Party Calls for His Impeachment - The New York Times
Trump is set to receive the 'Patriot of the Year' award at Fox Nation event: President-elect Donald Trump will travel to New York to accept the “Patriot of the ...
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Trump is set to receive the 'Patriot of the Year' award at Fox Nation ...
Biden Reportedly Considering Preemptive Pardons For Trump Enemies —Here’s Who Else He Might Pardon
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Biden Reportedly Considering Preemptive Pardons For Trump Enemies —Here’s ...
Which California counties backed Donald Trump more this time than in 2020?: The president-elect increased his vote share in 45 of 58 California counties in 2024 ...
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Which California counties backed Donald Trump more this time than in 2020?
Scoop: Trump, RFK Jr. dine with Pfizer and Lilly execs: The dinner could indicate that Trump's administration will see the pharmaceutical industry as a ...
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Scoop: Trump, RFK Jr. dine with Pfizer and Lilly execs
#Gravitas | Is US President Joe Biden merely an acting president while Donald Trump regains real power on the global stage? Recent events seem to suggest that ... Show more
Biden’s Pardon Power and the Last Federal Pot Prisoners: By Amy Goodman & Denis Moynihan With the simple stroke of a pen, President Biden saved his son from a ...
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Biden’s Pardon Power and the Last Federal Pot Prisoners
Biden wishes US ‘light of liberty’ during last White House Christmas tree lighting
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Biden wishes US ‘light of liberty’ during last White House Christmas tree ...
Ukraine: Wagenknecht and Schwarzer publish new open letter: They've done it again: BSW leader Sahra Wagenknecht and publicist Alice Schwarzer address the public ...
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Ukraine: Wagenknecht and Schwarzer publish new open letter
What are the key takeaways from US President Joe Biden's historic trip to Angola? | Africanews
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What are the key takeaways from US President Joe Biden's historic trip to ...
Quick Glance: Biden's Visit Highlights Lobito Railway's Strategic Importance
  • President Joe Biden visited the Multipurpose Terminal at the Port of Lobito to observe the transport of copper from the Democratic Republic of Congo.

  • COO Nicolas Gregoir presented the progress of the concession, which promotes efficient and sustainable management of the Lobito Corridor.

  • Biden's visit underscores the Lobito Corridor's significance for global trade and the energy transition by supplying strategic minerals like copper.

  • The LAR consortium partners, including Trafigura and Mota-Engil, hold a 30-year concession for operating the 1,300 km railway network in Angola.
What do Americans think of Joe Biden pardoning his son? Here’s what a new poll found
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What do Americans think of Joe Biden pardoning his son? Here’s what a new ...
Sen. Ted Cruz on Trump’s Cabinet picks, the border wall and Hunter Biden's pardon
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Sen. Ted Cruz on Trump’s Cabinet picks, the border wall and Hunter Biden's ...
After Trump’s win, Russian disinformation aims to drive a wedge between the US and Ukraine
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After Trump’s win, Russian disinformation aims to drive a wedge between ...
Where is separation of church and state going in this new era as some states mandate study of the Bible and posting of the Ten Commandments in public ... Show more

The American Story | @csmonitor | Flipboard
Trump Can Build on Biden Policies to Deport Millions: President-elect expected to exploit Democrat’s effort to tighten border amid campaign criticism.
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Trump Can Build on Biden Policies to Deport Millions
Biden’s pardon of son sparks calls for granting more clemencies: President Biden’s surprise pardon of his son Hunter has prompted calls for the outgoing ...
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Biden’s pardon of son sparks calls for granting more clemencies
The transaction has faced stiff resistance from politicians and the United Steelworkers, a major labor group. Trump reiterated his opposition to the deal this ... Show more

Nippon Steel committed to U.S. Steel takeover, aims to close in Dec, says executive
Quick Glance: Trump Opposes Nippon Steel's U.S. Steel Acquisition
  • President Trump reaffirmed his commitment to block Nippon Steel's proposed $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel.

  • He stated his opposition to the sale to a foreign company and plans to strengthen U.S. Steel through tax incentives and tariffs.

  • The Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. is expected to complete its investigation of the deal by December 23.

  • Nippon Steel assured that it would not import steel from other mills and plans to invest at least $2.7 billion in U.S. facilities.
US President Joe Biden has pledged to bolster the ties between the US and African nations as he prepares to leave office. But what will he be remembered for in ... Show more
Ukraine war: Speaker of the US House of Representatives blocks new aid: Mike Johnson has rejected a request from the White House to approve additional aid for ...
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Ukraine war: Speaker of the US House of Representatives blocks new aid
Trump’s victory has some liberal judges reversing their retirement plans: The recent reversals by two US district judges on plans to step down from their seats ...
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Trump’s victory has some liberal judges reversing their retirement plans
False claim Jimmy Carter, George H.W. Bush pardoned family members | Fact check: The Office of the Pardon Attorney has no record of any pardons given to Billy ...
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False claim Jimmy Carter, George H.W. Bush pardoned family members | Fact ...
Musk Calls For Ending Electric Vehicle Tax Credit—Which Could Help Tesla: The elimination of the $7,500 tax credit implemented by Biden could limit competition ...
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Musk Calls For Ending Electric Vehicle Tax Credit—Which Could Help Tesla
Democratic lawmakers threaten to derail UAE arms sales over support for RSF in Sudan: Report
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Democratic lawmakers threaten to derail UAE arms sales over support for ...
With Visit to Angola, Biden Claims the US Is ‘All in on Africa’ : U.S. Africa policy is often viewed through the prism of competition with China. If so ...
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With Visit to Angola, Biden Claims the US Is ‘All in on Africa’ 
Quick Glance: Biden's Angola Visit Highlights U.S. Africa Strategy
  • President Biden's visit to Angola marks the first by a U.S. president to sub-Saharan Africa in 11 years, signaling a renewed commitment to the continent.

  • Despite pledges to invest $55 billion, progress has been slow, with U.S. financial flows and investments failing to meet expectations.

  • The Lobito Corridor railway project will be a focus during Biden's visit, yet it remains the only significant U.S. infrastructure investment in decades.

  • Future actions should include authorizing larger projects and increasing resources for the Millennium Challenge Corporation to align U.S. support with African priorities.
ProPublica interviewed dozens of established Latino immigrants and their U.S.-born relatives. Over and over, they said they resented that the government gave ... Show more

Immigrants’ Resentment Over New Arrivals Helped Boost Trump’s Popularity With Latino Voters — ProPublica
The US is a master at pivoting and changing its allegiances and focus when there are benefits to doing so. South Africa must learn this lesson from both the US ... Show more

SA must read the geopolitical tea leaves swirling around Biden’s Angola visit
Biden aide says US would run out of munition in China war: WASHINGTON: President Joe Biden’s national security adviser warned Wednesday that the United States ...
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Biden aide says US would run out of munition in China war
Joe Biden should pardon Reality Winner for her actions as a whistleblower: The leaker went to jail for a patriotic, if illegal, act. She has a lot to offer the ...
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Joe Biden should pardon Reality Winner for her actions as a whistleblower
Editorial: Lame-duck Biden administration should not intentionally sabotage the new Trump crew
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Editorial: Lame-duck Biden administration should not intentionally ...
Papa Biden is a liar, and American justice is a lie: The brouhaha over President Biden’s predictable volte-face to pardon his wayward son is missing an obvious ...
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Papa Biden is a liar, and American justice is a lie
US first lady Jill Biden in UAE capital on last solo foreign trip: US first lady Jill Biden toured the capital of the United Arab Emirates on Thursday as part of ...
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US first lady Jill Biden in UAE capital on last solo foreign trip
Biden May Toss Liz Cheney and Other Trump Targets a Pardon: The precautionary pardon considerations stem from Donald Trump’s FBI director pick ...
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Biden May Toss Liz Cheney and Other Trump Targets a Pardon
Quick Glance: Biden Considers Pardons for Trump’s Political Opponents
  • Reports indicate that blanket precautionary pardons are being considered for some of Donald Trump's major political adversaries.

  • Potential recipients include Senator Adam Schiff, Liz Cheney, and Anthony Fauci.

  • Schiff expressed concerns, labeling the move as defensive and unnecessary.

  • Trump has previously called for the prosecution of his political opponents.
President-elect Donald Trump intends to nominate entrepreneur and private astronaut Jared Isaacman to be the next administrator of NASA ... Show more
Mayor Adams to meet with Trump border czar on deporting violent criminal migrants
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Mayor Adams to meet with Trump border czar on deporting violent criminal ...
Democrats must combat Trump's culture wars, new progressive chair says: The Democratic Party messed up in the 2024 election against Donald Trump and needs a ...
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Democrats must combat Trump's culture wars, new progressive chair says
House Speaker Mike Johnson slammed President Joe Biden for pardoning his son Hunter. "He misled the American people."
JD Vance to tour Helene recovery efforts in North Carolina: Vice President-elect JD Vance is expected to travel Friday to Fairview, North Carolina ...
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JD Vance to tour Helene recovery efforts in North Carolina
Bitcoin $100,000 rally puts it on track to replace gold in next decade: Bitcoin's rise to $100,000 puts it on track to replace gold as it becomes a permanent ...
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Bitcoin $100,000 rally puts it on track to replace gold in next decade
Quick Glance: Trump Celebrates Bitcoin Surge and Pro-Crypto Agenda
  • Donald Trump claims credit for Bitcoin reaching $100,000 and highlights the wealth generated for cryptocurrency investors.

  • His nomination of Paul Atkins to the SEC is seen as a pivotal moment for the regulation of digital assets.

  • Atkins brings extensive experience from the crypto industry, potentially leading to a more favorable regulatory environment.

  • Trump's new administration is filled with crypto supporters emphasizing the benefits of digital assets and seeking a proactive policy.
Democratic rep pushes Biden to issue blanket pardon to those Patel could target: Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-Pa.) released a statement on Wednesday urging President ...
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Democratic rep pushes Biden to issue blanket pardon to those Patel could ...
LARRY KUDLOW: In the name of God, Biden must go: FOX Business host Larry Kudlow says "there is no telling what kind of crazy schemes Biden will embark on in his ...
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LARRY KUDLOW: In the name of God, Biden must go
$8 Billion for Intel Won't Fix America's Chip Problem: Laying the groundwork for a competitive industry requires more than writing big checks.
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$8 Billion for Intel Won't Fix America's Chip Problem
Any Parent Would Have Pardoned Hunter Biden: If pardoning Hunter Biden was politically improper or reputationally risky, it was also done in accordance with the ...
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Any Parent Would Have Pardoned Hunter Biden
Quick Glance: Biden's Pardon of Hunter Sparks Political Controversy
  • Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter, who faced long prison sentences for tax evasion and gun-related offenses.

  • This decision drew sharp criticism from Republicans, including Donald Trump, who accused Biden of hypocrisy.

  • Biden justified the pardon by claiming his son's legal troubles were politically motivated and aimed to protect him from unjust persecution.

  • Political analysts caution that this precedent could be exploited by future presidents.
Quick Glance: Trump Appoints Peter Navarro as Senior Trade Counselor
  • President Trump has appointed former aide Peter Navarro as Senior Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing.

  • Navarro, who was convicted for contempt of Congress, is expected to advance Trump’s tariff plans.

  • Trump praised Navarro for his effectiveness and highlighted his experience in trade policy.

  • Implementing tariffs is a key focus of Trump's reelection campaign.
Gavin Newsom and Adam Schiff sharply criticize president for pardoning Hunter Biden
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Gavin Newsom and Adam Schiff sharply criticize president for pardoning ...
Opinion | His Pardon Lies Were Pure Biden: Whoever came up with ‘greedflation’ also wrote Joe’s Hunter statement.
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Opinion | His Pardon Lies Were Pure Biden
Biden achieved a lot on the economy. Trump will probably get the credit. | GUEST COMMENTARY
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Biden achieved a lot on the economy. Trump will probably get the credit ...
Pelosi on Hunter Biden pardon: ‘I support the president’: Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) indicated support for President Biden’s controversial move to ...
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Pelosi on Hunter Biden pardon: ‘I support the president’
Sean Penn backs Biden’s pardon of Hunter, urges more: Sean Penn is defending President Biden’s pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, saying the “dangerous clown show” ...
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Sean Penn backs Biden’s pardon of Hunter, urges more