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Trump: My presidential win led to Israel-Hamas ceasefire: President-elect Trump lauded the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal struck on Wednesday ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Delivers Emotional Farewell Address
- President Biden delivered his final address from the Oval Office, five days before handing over power to Donald Trump.
- In his speech, he reflected on the challenges of the past four years and announced a successful ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.
- Biden highlighted the accomplishments of his presidency, including a reduction in unemployment and significant infrastructure investments.
- The incoming Trump administration will face numerous challenges as Biden leaves office with a 39% approval rating.
'Damning' New Poll Shows Price Kamala Harris Paid for Backing Israeli Genocide in Gaza
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The husband of a Republican Senator refuses to shake the hand of Vice President Kamala Harris at a ceremonial swearing ceremony at the Capitol ... Show more
US President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to become the Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, appears at a confirmation hearing held by the Senate Armed Services ... Show more
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Quick Glance: Hegseth Hearing: A Sign of National Insecurity
- The confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary raised significant concerns about his qualifications and character during the Senate committee hearing.
- Most Republican senators asked questions more focused on right-wing issues than national security, questioning the seriousness of the hearing.
- Democratic senators highlighted Hegseth's lack of leadership experience and confronted him with personal accusations, to which he responded with vague denials.
- The hearing left observers with the impression that the GOP is no longer the party of national security, focusing instead on ideological battles.
Michelle Obama will skip Donald Trump’s inauguration: The event is traditionally attended by former presidents and their spouses.
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Quick Glance: Michelle Obama Avoids Trump's Inauguration Again
- Michelle Obama will not attend Donald Trump's second inauguration, a decision attributed to her strong dislike for him rather than illness.
- The Obamas confirmed that only Barack Obama would participate in the inauguration, following Michelle's absence from Jimmy Carter's funeral, which sparked speculation about her health.
- Michelle has expressed her discomfort regarding Trump's first inauguration in her memoir and podcast, describing it as an emotionally challenging experience.
- Her choice to skip the upcoming event suggests a refusal to engage in forced civility with the Trumps.
Harris thanks Biden with no mention of Trump for negotiating ceasefire agreement
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Vice President Kamala Harris reportedly did not invite Vice President-elect JD Vance and his wife to a meeting or tour of her official residence at One ... Show more
Black Women's Lifestyle Guide, Black Love & Beauty Trends - Essence | Essence
Black Women's Lifestyle Guide, Black Love & Beauty Trends - Essence | Essence
Trump's attorney general pick Pam Bondi says she'll end 'weaponisation' of US justice
wionews.com/world/trumps-attorney-general-pick-pam-bondi-says-shell-end-weaponisation-of-us-justice-8625169
Quick Glance: Bondi Affirms Political Motivation Behind Prosecutions
- Pam Bondi, nominated for Attorney General, claimed during her hearing that the charges against Trump were politically motivated.
- She promised to lead the Department of Justice in its core mission and not to act politically.
- Bondi refused to comment on whether she would initiate investigations against political opponents, emphasizing the agency's independence.
- The hearing will continue as Democrats question her loyalty to Trump and the independence of the Department of Justice.
The Nation Jan 10
A Trump L’Oeil and More Signs of What’s to Come: The Nation Magazine
thenation.com/article/politics/trump-loeil-signs/
Quick Glance: Trump and the Changing Standards of the Presidency
- Donald J. Trump will be the first president with a criminal record after being sentenced on 34 felony counts.
- Many voters do not perceive his legal troubles as disqualifying for the presidency.
- The public's reaction to Trump's conviction reflects political polarization and a degree of numbness among voters.
- The inauguration will witness a president swearing to uphold the Constitution while being a convicted felon.
Kamala Harris' potential next move: A book: Kamala Harris has a lot of options for her next act, but writing a book may be first up, according to six people ...
nbcnews.com/politics/kamala-harris/kamala-harris-potential-book-rcna187755
Watch President Joe Biden's farewell address from the Oval Office: On Wednesday night, President Biden will deliver his farewell address as President-elect ...
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2025/01/15/watch-joe-biden-farewell-address-livestream/77704193007/
No invite for pre-inaugural tour of the VP home for Vance family, sources say: There will be no pre-inaugural tour of the vice president’s residence for the ...
cnn.com/2025/01/14/politics/harris-vance-naval-observatory-tour/
Musk, Bezos, Zuckerberg to attend Trump inauguration, report says: Billionaires Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg will attend Donald Trump’s ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/united-states/2025/01/15/-musk-bezos-zuckerberg-to-attend-trump-inauguration-report-says
Quick Glance: Tech Giants Attend Trump's Inauguration Events
- Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos are set to attend Donald Trump's inauguration, signaling a closer bond between the tech industry and the new administration.
- Meta and Amazon have each donated $1 million to the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, contributing to a record fundraising total exceeding $150 million.
- Key highlights include performances by the Village People, who defended their participation in the inauguration to promote national unity through music despite criticism.
- The festivities will kick off with a reception and fireworks, followed by events such as a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery and several balls after the inauguration.
MSNBC.com Jan 09
Vice President Harris and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff arrive at Carter’s funeral.#kamala #harris |~2~|#news #politics
Quick Glance: Carter and El Salvador: A Complicated Legacy
- President Carter's support for the Salvadoran government is viewed as complex by Salvadoran Americans.
- Carter ignored Archbishop Oscar Romero's plea to halt military aid, resulting in extrajudicial killings.
- U.S. backing during the Salvadoran Civil War led to over 75,000 deaths and significant human rights abuses.
- The aftermath of U.S. policies in El Salvador raises questions about presidential accountability and electoral choices.
CBS News Jan 14
Harris declines to invite Vance for courtesy visit to vice president's residence before inauguration
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A report investigating Donald Trump's alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results concludes he would have been convicted ... Show more
WATCH: Harris pays tribute to Jimmy Carter at U.S. Capitol memorial ceremony: Harris highlighted Carter’s accomplishments during his time in office ...
pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-harris-pays-tribute-to-jimmy-carter-at-u-s-capitol-memorial-service
President-elect Donald Trump vowed to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America” and repeated his promise to impose significant tariffs on ... Show more
US and Arab officials: Israel, Hamas reach hostage-ceasefire deal to be announced in coming hours
timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/officials-israel-hamas-reach-hostage-ceasefire-deal-to-be-announced-in-coming-hours/
Biden takes unexpected, impromptu questions from press in final days: President Biden opted Friday to voluntarily take a host of questions from the press after ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/5080465-biden-press-questions/
Elon Musk, a AfD e os nazis: porque é que JD Vance está errado: Tal como Elon Musk, o futuro vice-presidente dos EUA, JD Vance, está a espalhar falsidades ...
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Quick Glance: JD Vance Comments on Musk's Support for AfD
- Vice President-elect JD Vance described Elon Musk's op-ed in Die Welt about the AfD as 'interesting.'
- Musk claimed Germany must address critical political issues to prevent economic and cultural collapse.
- A commentary editor resigned in protest against Musk's article, while the German government accused him of attempting to influence the upcoming elections.
- The AfD remains the second most popular party in Germany ahead of the February 23 elections, though all major parties have ruled out coalition possibilities with it.
Donald Trump's defence secretary nominee Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host, struggled to name Asean nations at a Senate confirmation hearing ... Show more
Quick Glance: Hegseth's Ignorance on ASEAN During Confirmation Hearing
- Pete Hegseth, nominated by Donald Trump for Defense Secretary, faced criticism for his lack of knowledge about ASEAN during his confirmation hearing.
- Senator Tammy Duckworth noted Hegseth could not name a single ASEAN member country and suggested he prepare better.
- While some defended Hegseth and questioned the relevance of the inquiry, many expressed concerns about his fitness for the role.
- ASEAN holds significant importance for the U.S., particularly in the 'Free and Open Indo-Pacific' strategy aimed at countering China's influence.
Denying a Handshake to Harris, Senator’s Husband Draws Criticism: The husband of Senator Deb Fischer, Republican of Nebraska, drew criticism online when he ...
nytimes.com/2025/01/07/us/politics/deb-fischer-husband-handshake.html
Quick Glance: Senator's Husband Snubs Harris at Swearing-In
- The husband of Senator Deb Fischer refused to shake Vice President Kamala Harris' hand during her swearing-in ceremony.
- A viral video captured the awkward moment as Fischer nudged her husband to engage with Harris, who attempted to ease the tension.
- Harris was met with avoidance as Fischer's husband turned his gaze away and put his hand in his pocket.
- Senator Fischer expressed gratitude to Harris after her oath and shared event photos on social media.
T-Online Jan 10
Hush money trial: Trump gets off lightly: Donald Trump will be the first felon in the White House. But his sentence in the hush money trial is lenient.
t-online.de/nachrichten/ausland/usa/id_100571000/prozess-um-schweigegeld-trump-kommt-mit-blauem-auge-davon.html
Harris Eyes Relocation to Northeast City After She Leaves Office: Kamala and husband Doug Emhoff reportedly want to move closer to his daughter Ella when they ...
thedailybeast.com/harris-eyes-relocation-to-northeast-city-after-she-leaves-office/
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Kamala Harris' Neighborhood Under Threat as Los Angeles Fire Shifts: The Palisades fire spread east on Friday night, causing a new evacuation order for much of ...
newsweek.com/kamala-harris-palisades-fire-brentwood-evacuation-2013529
Harris Snubs Vance by Not Inviting Him to Visit VP Residence: Vance and his family are set to the Naval Observatory home next week.
thedailybeast.com/kamala-harris-snubs-jd-vance-by-not-inviting-him-to-visit-vp-residence/
Inside Congress' "surreal" day certifying Trump's victory: "Surreal — I guess that's probably a good term for it," said one of the House Republicans who voted to ...
axios.com/2025/01/06/congress-jan-6-election-certification-trump-harris
Trump mocks Harris with parody video of his conversation with Obama at Carter's funeral; 'I knew you'd win'
wionews.com/world/trump-mocks-kamala-harris-with-parody-video-of-his-conversation-with-obama-at-carters-funeral-i-knew-youd-win-8618463
Exclusive | Kamala Harris eyeing post-loss life in NYC as second gentleman tours $20K-a-month luxury space
pagesix.com/2025/01/14/gossip/kalama-harris-eyes-post-loss-life-in-new-york-city/
Donald Trump will be sworn in as US president on Jan. 20, ushering in his second term in office and capping one of the most astounding political comebacks in ... Show more
Kamala Harris Announces Ban on Medical Debt From Appearing on Credit Reports: The move will remove $49 billion in medical debt from the credit reports of 15 ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Administration Bans Medical Debt from Credit Reports
- The Biden administration is finalizing a rule that will exclude medical debt from credit reports, protecting the financial futures of those with health issues.
- Approximately $49 billion in medical bills will be removed from the credit reports of 15 million people, resulting in an average credit score boost of 20 points.
- The rule also prohibits the use of medical devices as loan collateral and prevents repossession of these items if payments are not made.
- This measure is expected to lead to about 22,000 additional mortgage approvals each year and is part of broader efforts to alleviate the burden of unpaid medical bills on consumers.
Lucas: Harris-Biden disaster evacuates D.C.: The majority of the cheers and applause from Harris’s announcement of the certification of the election came from ...
bostonherald.com/2025/01/11/lucas-harris-biden-disaster-evacuates-d-c/
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'Time to bring the country together': Village People defend decision to perform during Trump inaugural events
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Ex-DNC member says she’s now raising money for Trump: An ex-Democratic National Committee official who helped finance President Biden and Vice President Harris’s ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5085089-ex-dnc-official-turns-to-trump/
Are Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff Really Moving to New York?: There are rumors that Doug Emhoff went apartment hunting on the Upper West Side ...
curbed.com/article/kamala-harris-emhoff-rumor-apartment-manhattan-upper-west-side.html
With snub of JD Vance's family, Kamala Harris reveals her callous soul: One would think a woman who campaigned on decency under the self-appointed moniker ...
nypost.com/2025/01/14/opinion/kamala-harris-reveals-callous-soul-with-snub-of-vances-kids/
PHOTO: Former President Bill Clinton, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, former President George W. Bush, VP Kamala Harris ... Show more
Except for Michelle Obama, all of the living former presidents and their spouses were at the funeral, including Barack Obama ... Show more
Former Vice President Mike Pence shakes hands with his former boss and now President-elect Donald Trump at the funeral for former President Jimmy Carter ... Show more
Quick Glance: Body Found: Search for Missing Hikers in Dolomites
- A body has been discovered in the search for missing British hikers Aziz Ziriat and Samuel Harris in the Dolomites.
- The body was located in a high-altitude area where a phone signal from one of the men was last recorded.
- Rescue teams had previously found backpacks and equipment in a hut believed to be where the men sought shelter.
- Families of the missing hikers are receiving psychological support as the search for the other man continues.
Adam Kinzinger Spots ‘Rich Irony’ In Latest MAGA Outrage: ‘Honestly Shut Up’: The former Republican congressman also hit Fox News' Jesse Watters with a blunt ...
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Kamala Harris Fund Still Grabbing Cash Two Months After Losing: An email from the Harris Victory Fund revealed that it will keep charging donors “until you ...
thedailybeast.com/kamala-harris-fund-still-grabbing-cash-two-months-after-losing-election/
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Quick Glance: Elite Discontent with Putin's War Strategy in Ukraine
- Russia's political elite expresses disappointment in Putin's management of the Ukraine war, expecting it to conclude by 2024.
- Economic conditions have become a significant source of tension, with many officials feeling weary of the ongoing conflict.
- Frustration exists among high-ranking security officials regarding Putin's lack of steps towards a full war mobilization.
- The demographic consequences of the war could substantially diminish Russia's population by the century's end.
Exclusive: DNC taps Harris' viral wizards for new social media push: The changes are part of the party's efforts to bring in new audiences after a disappointing ...
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Euro Weekly News SA Jan 13
Belongings of missing British hiker found in the Dolomites: The search for missing British hiker Aziz Ziriat, 36, continues in the Italian Dolomites.
euroweeklynews.com/2025/01/13/belongings-of-missing-british-hiker-found-in-the-dolomites/
Quick Glance: Tragic Loss: Hiker Samuel Harris Found in Dolomites
- Samuel Harris, 35, was found deceased in the Dolomites after being reported missing on January 1.
- His friend Spencer Jones praised Harris as an exceptional friend and knowledgeable individual.
- The search for Aziz Ziriat, who remains missing, involves over 140 rescue personnel and dog units.
- Ziriat's family expressed gratitude for the rescuers' efforts and requested prayers for his safe return.
Democrats to GOP: That's how you certify an election: "We hope that'll be a good example for years to come," said one House Democrat.
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Quick Glance: Democrats Show How to Certify an Election
- On January 6, 2025, the certification of President Trump's election victory occurred smoothly, contrasting with previous election cycles.
- Democrats emphasized the significance of a peaceful transfer of power, suggesting it should serve as a model for the future.
- Despite a unified message, some Democrats expressed concerns about the atmosphere during the ceremony.
- Republicans defended the right to contest elections, referencing past objections raised by Democrats.
Jimmy Carter was US president from 1977-1981.
He died in December aged 100 and, at his funeral, all five living presidents gathered to pay their respects ... Show more
Decider Jan 07
Jimmy Kimmel Says It's "Cruel And Unusual" To Make "Poor Kamala Harris" Certify Donald Trump's Win: "Like Making Your Ex DJ Your Wedding"
decider.com/2025/01/07/jimmy-kimmel-cruel-unusual-poor-kamala-harris-certify-donald-trump-win-ex-dj-wedding/
Israel - The situation: Trump Vice President Vance increases pressure on Hamas: Trump Vice President J.D. Vance makes open threats to Hamas. He demands the ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/international/israel-die-lage-trump-vize-vance-erhoeht-den-druck-auf-die-hamas/100100215.html
Quick Glance: Trump's VP Warns Hamas of Severe Consequences
- J.D. Vance, Trump's designated VP, threatens Hamas with serious consequences if they do not release hostages before Trump's inauguration.
- Trump emphasizes that significant actions will occur in the Middle East if the hostages are not returned by his swearing-in.
- Biden aims for a ceasefire and hostage release, with his advisors expressing optimism about a potential deal.
- The Israeli military continues to target Hezbollah in Lebanon while negotiations for a ceasefire and hostage exchange are ongoing.
'Racist' and 'Classless' Husband of GOP Senator Won't Shake Kamala Harris' Hand: "What an absolutely pathetic display of fragility and hate ...
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The New Republic Jan 10
We’ve Never Been Here Before: The Zero-Accountability Presidency: The only institutions that will try to hold Trump accountable are powerless ...
newrepublic.com/post/190086/trump-zero-accountability-presidency
Curler Briane Harris not at fault for anti-doping rule violation, provisional ban lifted
ctvnews.ca/sports/curler-briane-harris-not-at-fault-for-anti-doping-rule-violation-provisional-ban-lifted-1.7174525
Joe Biden Is Going on MSNBC for ‘Final Interview’ As POTUS: The outgoing president’s ‘final interview’ has been set: Joe Biden will go on ‘The Last Word With ...
vulture.com/article/joe-biden-last-interview-potus-msnbc.html
Kamala Harris cancels final foreign trip because of California wildfires: Vice President Kamala Harris is canceling the final foreign trip of her term because of ...
pressdemocrat.com/article/news/kamala-harris-cancels-final-foreign-trip-because-of-california-wildfires/
New Republicans flocked to the party for Donald Trump. Will they stay for JD Vance?
cincinnati.com/story/news/2025/01/13/will-donald-trumps-expanded-base-hold-for-jd-vance-in-2028/76451788007/
‘I’m literally Joan Baez right now’: gen Z women relate to Bob Dylan’s toxic situationship
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Is China preparing for a nuclear first strike? Former Trump adviser reveals alarming intel
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In new interview, Biden still claims he could have beaten Trump in 2024 election: Biden claimed that polls suggest he could have won a second term if he had not ...
nydailynews.com/2025/01/08/in-new-interview-biden-still-claims-he-could-have-beaten-trump-in-2024-election/
Los Angeles Wildfires: Kamala Harris Cancels Overseas Trip to Focus on Response: Vice President Kamala Harris is canceling a three-nation overseas trip to remain ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-10/harris-cancels-overseas-trip-to-focus-on-wildfire-response
Paid articlePaywall Kamala Snubs Trump With ‘Legendary’ Snapshot: Days before Jimmy Carter’s funeral, Harris presided over the certification of her lost election.
thedailybeast.com/kamala-snubs-trump-with-legendary-snapshot/
Paid articlePaywall Editorial: Dems remain in deep denial over election defeat: Many Democrats remain comically befuddled over how they lost two of the past three presidential ...
bostonherald.com/2025/01/11/editorial-dems-remain-in-deep-denial-over-election-defeat/
Future US Vice President Vance says a "deal could be reached" on Greenland: JD Vance, the future Vice President in Donald Trump’s incoming administration ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2025/01/13/7493242/
Kamala Harris will travel to Singapore, Bahrain and Germany touting ‘accomplishments’ of Biden administration
nypost.com/2025/01/07/us-news/kamala-harris-will-travel-to-singapore-bahrain-and-germany-touting-accomplishments-of-biden-administration/
Trump blasts LA officials as area bigger than San Francisco razed in wildfire: The US president-elect slams Californian officials over their handling the fires ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-01-13/trump-blasts-la-officials-as-fires-continue-to-burn/104809264
Republican Senator’s Husband Rejects Kamala Harris’ Handshake: The vice president reached out to shake Bruce Fischer’s hand, who nodded in return.
thedailybeast.com/republican-senator-deb-fischers-husband-rejects-kamala-harris-handshake-at-swearing-in/
Quick Glance: Deb Fischer's Husband Snubs Kamala Harris' Handshake
- Nebraska Senator Deb Fischer's husband rejected Kamala Harris' handshake during the swearing-in ceremony.
- After Fischer took the oath, she shook Harris' hand, while Bruce Fischer remained stoic when Harris reached out.
- Fischer recently won her third term after a challenging campaign, receiving support from Donald Trump.
- In her victory speech, she condemned 'out-of-state Democrats' for attempting to buy a Nebraska Senate seat.
A Pulitzer winner quits 'Washington Post' after a cartoon on Bezos is killed: Washington Post cartoonist Ann Telnaes resigned after an editor rejected her sketch ...
npr.org/2025/01/04/nx-s1-5248299/cartoonist-quits-wapo-over-bezos-trump-cartoon-washingtonpost
Quick Glance: Telnaes Resigns Over Cartoon Dispute with Washington Post
- Ann Telnaes, the Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist for the Washington Post, resigned after the newspaper refused to publish her cartoon depicting Jeff Bezos and other media moguls kneeling to Donald Trump.
- Telnaes claimed she had never had a cartoon rejected for targeting specific individuals, labeling this decision as a threat to press freedom.
- The Post's opinions editor, David Shipley, defended the refusal, stating that a similar article had already been published, justifying their editorial choice.
- Telnaes’s resignation followed significant backlash against the Post and other outlets for perceived compliance with Trump’s influence, resulting in numerous subscription cancellations.
Kamala Harris Home Burglary Reports Amid Los Angeles Fires: What We Know: Two people were arrested after police were called regarding a suspected burglary.
newsweek.com/kamala-harris-home-burglary-reports-amid-los-angeles-fires-what-we-know-2013675
The Nation Jan 13
Despite Trump’s Felony Conviction, Prosecutorial Liberalism Has Failed: The Nation Magazine
thenation.com/article/politics/trump-felony-prosecutorial-liberalism/
President-elect Donald Trump has appeared in court via video link for an 'unconditional discharge' sentencing in his hush money case ... Show more
Health Secretary Wes Streeting says he doesn't care about what Elon Musk has to say about Britain after the tech billionaire's online comments about prime ... Show more
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