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Image from the original article. Source: Trump threatens Walmart, demands it : The country's largest retailer said this week it could no longer hold the line on prices.
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Key FactsTrump Demands Walmart Absorb Tariff Costs
19h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
- President Trump criticized Walmart for not absorbing the additional costs of his tariffs instead of raising prices.
- Walmart warned that prices for numerous products could increase due to the tariffs, while Trump insisted companies should bear the tariff burden.
- Consumer sentiment in the U.S. is deteriorating as concerns about rising prices and tariffs grow.
- Trump urged the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, despite potential inflationary consequences.
"Walmart should STOP trying to blame Tariffs as the reason for raising prices throughout the chain. Walmart made BILLIONS OF DOLLARS last year, far more than expected."— Donald Trump, in a social media post responding to Walmart's announcement of price increases.
Trump tells Walmart to 'eat the tariffs' after retailer warned it will raise prices
cnbc.com/2025/05/17/trump-tells-walmart-to-eat-the-tariffs.html

US consumer sentiment slumps, households brace for inflation surge: U.S. consumer sentiment deteriorated further in May, with one-year inflation expectations ...
reuters.com/business/us-single-family-housing-starts-building-permits-fell-april-2025-05-16/
Americans’ Confidence in Trump’s Economy Hits All-Time Low: Meanwhile, inflation projections continue to creep up.
thedailybeast.com/americans-confidence-in-a-trump-economy-hits-all-time-low/

Wholesale prices fell off a cliff in April amid trade war: Wholesale prices took their largest month-to-month dive in April since the height of the coronavirus ...
thehill.com/business/5301999-wholesale-prices-fell-off-a-cliff-in-april-amid-trade-war/

Walmart CFO Warns Trump’s Tariffs Will Cause Prices to Skyrocket: Walmart is placing the blame for rising costs squarely on Donald Trump’s shoulders.
newrepublic.com/post/195308/walmart-donald-trump-tariffs-cause-prices-skyrocket

Fed chief Jerome Powell warns that U.S. could face "supply shocks": The Fed's warning echoes that of analysts who say U.S. companies could face inventory ...
cbsnews.com/news/fed-powell-trump-tariffs-supply-shocks-2025/
Trump says overweight friend helped fuel push to cut drug prices: President Donald Trump used the story of an overweight friend getting weight-loss medication at ...
foxbusiness.com/politics/trump-says-overweight-friend-helped-fuel-push-cut-drug-prices

Former UN Human Rights Head: EU Must Step Up on Climate Because US Is Being 'Stupidly' Led
commondreams.org/news/mary-robinson-climate-european-union-united-states

Former CEO Issues Warning Over Walmart Raising Prices: If a company with as much retail power as Walmart is hiking prices, everyone else will do the same ...
newsweek.com/former-ceo-issues-warning-walmart-raising-prices-2073103

Walmart will raise prices due to tariff costs: Walmart’s first-quarter profit slipped, and it said it must raise prices due to higher costs from tariffs ...
pbs.org/newshour/politics/walmart-will-raise-prices-due-to-tariff-costs

Birkenstock hikes price of sandals to offset tariffs: Birkenstock, the German maker of sandals and clogs, plans to raise prices globally to fully offset the ...
cnbc.com/2025/05/15/birkenstock-hikes-price-of-sandals-to-offset-tariffs.html

Image from the original article. Source: Trump reignites feud with Swift, accuses her of losing 'hot' factor post criticism
upnorthlive.com/news/nation-world/trump-reignites-feud-with-swift-accuses-her-of-losing-hot-factor-post-criticism

Key FactsTrump Comments on Taylor Swift's Popularity During Flight
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
- Trump suggested that his negative remark about Taylor Swift has hurt her popularity.
- He made the comment on Truth Social while returning from an overseas trip.
- Tensions between Trump and Swift have existed for years, particularly following their political statements.
- Swift did not respond to Trump's recent post, as she has been less visible in public lately.
"I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT."— Donald Trump expressed this on Truth Social after Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump shows signs of mounting frustration with Supreme Court: President Trump has expressed frustration with the Supreme Court after it blocked his ...
thehill.com/homenews/5305582-trump-frustration-supreme-court-rulings/

Key FactsTrump's Increasing Frustration with Supreme Court
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
- President Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with the Supreme Court after it blocked his administration's deportation efforts for migrants allegedly linked to Venezuelan gangs.
- He has voiced his disappointment with the justices on Truth Social regarding immigration policies since returning to the White House in January.
- While asserting respect for the judiciary, Trump shows frustration over obstacles imposed by the Supreme Court.
- His recent critical remarks about the court have resonated within the MAGA community, and he urges his lawyers to emphasize his broad presidential powers.
THE SUPREME COURT IS BEING PLAYED BY THE RADICAL LEFT LOSERS, WHO HAVE NO SUPPORT, THE PUBLIC HATES THEM, AND THEIR ONLY HOPE IS THE INTIMIDATION OF THE COURT, ITSELF. WE CAN’T LET THAT HAPPEN TO OUR COUNTRY!— Donald Trump expressed his frustration with the Supreme Court, accusing it of being manipulated by the Radical Left.
Trump tells Walmart to 'eat the tariffs' instead of raising prices: World's biggest retailer and China should absorb tax costs, US president says
asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Trade-war/Trump-tariffs/Trump-tells-Walmart-to-eat-the-tariffs-instead-of-raising-prices
Trump Justice Dept. considers removing key check on lawmaker prosecutions: The Justice Department’s Public Integrity Section is charged with ensuring cases ...
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Image from the original article. Source: America loses last AAA credit rating: What happened and what it means: Moody's has downgraded the US credit rating to AA1 due to rising debt and interest ...
business-standard.com/world-news/moodys-downgrades-us-credit-rating-from-aaa-to-aa1-over-debt-concerns-125051700193_1.html
Key FactsUS Credit Rating Downgraded Amid Debt Concerns
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
- The United States lost its last triple-A credit rating from Moody's due to rising government debt levels.
- Moody's forecasts that federal deficits may rise to nearly nine percent of GDP by 2035, driven by increased interest payments and rising entitlement spending.
- The downgrade reflects similar actions by other rating agencies and underscores the failure of US administrations to address fiscal deficits.
- Despite these challenges, the US retains a stable credit outlook due to its economic strength and the US dollar's status as a global reserve currency.
The Moody's downgrade is a strong reminder that our nation's fiscal house is not in order.— Republican Congressman French Hill, who chairs the House Financial Services Committee, commented on the Moody's downgrade.
Bruce Springsteen speaks out on Trump again at Manchester concert: During the third show of his "Land of Hopes and Dreams" tour in Manchester, England ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2025-05-17/bruce-springsteen-president-trump-manchester-concert

Politics of age: Biden's decline and Trump's immunity : You would think that President Trump's bizarre ramblings would put a focus on his mental chops ...
bostonglobe.com/2025/05/17/metro/cognitive-dissonance-biden-is-no-longer-president-lets-talk-about-trumps-mental-acuity/

Image from the original article. Source: Pope Leo urges respect for migrants, challenging Trump views: VATICAN CITY - US-born Pope Leo XIV, in his first address to world diplomats ...
asiaone.com/world/pope-leo-urges-respect-migrants-challenging-trump-views

Key FactsPope Leo XIV calls for Church unity and service
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Pope Leo XIV was installed as the new Catholic leader, calling for unity in a divided Church.
- In his inaugural sermon, he vowed to continue Pope Francis' legacy while addressing the challenges of today's world.
- World leaders, including the U.S. Vice President, attended the ceremony celebrated by a large crowd in St. Peter's Square.
- Leo emphasized the need to serve as a shepherd and warned against autocratic behavior within the Church.
"Peter must shepherd the flock without ever yielding to the temptation to be an autocrat, lording it over those entrusted to him. On the contrary, he is called to serve the faith of his brothers and sisters, and to walk alongside them."— Pope Leo XIV during his inauguration, referring to the role of the pope and the necessity to serve the faithful.
Let’s Start Talking About Jail Time for Trump and His MAGA Enablers
: Trump is the head of a criminal syndicate, and he should be treated accordingly.
newrepublic.com/post/195324/trump-administration-crimes-jail-time

Walz calls Trump a "tyrant" who abuses power and violates rule of law: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the vice presidential nominee in 2024, made his remarks at the ...
cbsnews.com/news/walz-calls-trump-a-tyrant/

The old slang term '86' probably started as restaurant-worker jargon. Now it's in the news
richmond.com/news/nation-world/government-politics/article_2ece12e2-89c9-5936-bc7c-e7bd7277beb8.html

Donald Trump claims he invented ‘the best word.’ It’s been around since 1599: Trump claimed he invented a “new word” while talking about his proposal to lower ...
al.com/politics/2025/05/donald-trump-claims-he-invented-the-best-word-its-been-around-since-1599.html

Image from the original article. Source: Donald Trump blasts Bruce Springteen and warns 'keep your mouth shut' in brutal takedown
express.co.uk/celebrity-news/2056275/donald-trump-blasts-bruce-springteen

Key FactsBruce Springsteen Critiques Trump as Unfit and Incompetent
May 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Bruce Springsteen delivered sharp criticism of US President Donald Trump during a concert in Manchester, labeling him 'unfit' for office.
- He urged the audience to stand against authoritarianism, emphasizing that the unity of people is the last defense of democracy.
- Springsteen condemned the current policies of the US administration, particularly regarding social justice and workers' rights.
- His comments align with other prominent critics, such as Robert De Niro, who also stressed the importance of fighting for democracy.
The America that I’ve sung to you about for 50 years is real and, regardless of its faults, is a great country with a great people, so will survive this moment.— Bruce Springsteen spoke during a concert in Manchester about the current political situation in the US.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump on China trade switch-up: They ‘would have broken apart’: President Trump believes that China would have suffered more harm than the U.S ...
thehill.com/policy/international/5305302-donald-trump-china-us-trade-deal/

Key FactsTrump on Trade War: China Would Have Suffered More
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
- President Trump asserts that China would have experienced greater suffering than the U.S. in a prolonged trade war.
- The U.S. reduced tariffs on Chinese imports from 145% to 30%, while China lowered tariffs on U.S. goods from 125% to 10%.
- Trump claimed that the election on November 5 revitalized the country's spirit, leading to this trade agreement.
- Reports indicate that Trump retracted some of his initial tariff plans due to their adverse effects on his supporters.
If I didn't do that deal with China, I think China would have broken apart. We are not going to break.— Donald Trump made this statement during an appearance on Fox News's 'Special Report,' discussing the effects of a trade war.
Image from the original article. Source: Democrats are letting the far-left take them out of the running for 2028
thehill.com/opinion/campaign/5304435-democrats-are-letting-the-far-left-take-them-out-of-the-running-for-2028/

Key FactsDemocrats Losing Voters to Extreme Left Positions
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
- In the 2024 presidential election, Trump swept all swing states, surprising Democrats with a decisive victory.
- Despite recognition from some Democrats to move away from extreme positions, the party remains dominated by the left's focus on Trump-hatred and identity politics.
- An increasing number of voters, particularly minorities and independents, feel that the Democrats are neglecting their needs.
- Current Democratic leaders, represented by Ocasio-Cortez and Crockett, risk alienating potential voters by prioritizing anti-Trump rhetoric over genuine solutions.
I think if you are a Democrat, if you are a leftist who rails against the system … if you believe that higher taxes is the way to go, that a focus shouldn’t be on securing the borders, if you believe those kind of things, and that’s where you stand ideologically, AOC is your candidate.— Stephen A. Smith discussing the political stance of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and its implications for voter appeal.
Image from the original article. Source: Comey knows exactly what '8647' means. The Trump 'resistance' is out of control. | Opinion
courier-journal.com/story/opinion/columnists/2025/05/17/james-comey-8647-post-trump-assassination/83672974007/

Key FactsTrump Labels Comey a 'Dirty Cop'
19h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: usatoday.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: usatoday.com
- President Trump criticized former FBI Director James Comey for an Instagram post interpreted as a call for his assassination.
- Comey's post featuring the number '8647' was viewed by Trump as a deliberate reference to an assassination attempt, which Comey failed to convincingly explain.
- Trump described Comey as a 'dirty cop,' referencing his past and the FBI's investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.
- The U.S. Secret Service is investigating potential threats against Trump, who has previously been the target of two assassination attempts.
"A child knows what that meant."— Donald Trump commenting on James Comey's Instagram post, which was interpreted as a call to assassinate Trump.
Device that makes semi-automatic rifles fire quicker allowed by Trump administration
ctvnews.ca/world/article/device-that-makes-semi-automatic-rifles-fire-quicker-allowed-by-trump-administration/
Trump Attacks Walmart for Tariff-Related Price Increases: Retailer’s CEO last month was among a small group of executives who warned the president that tariffs ...
wsj.com/business/retail/trump-attacks-walmart-for-tariff-related-price-increases-63ef9db8

Deranged Trump Boosts Bonkers Clinton Kill List Conspiracy: The president posted a wild video that accuses Bill and Hillary Clinton of numerous murders.
thedailybeast.com/deranged-trump-boosts-bonkers-clinton-kill-list-conspiracy/

Image from the original article. Source: US consumer sentiment slides to 3-year lows as trade war raises inflation anxiety
thehill.com/homenews/ap/ap-business/ap-us-consumer-sentiment-slides-to-lowest-in-3-years-as-trade-war-raises-anxiety-about-inflation/

Key FactsUS Consumer Sentiment Hits Three-Year Low
May 16 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: orlandosentinel.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: orlandosentinel.com
- U.S. consumer sentiment declined for the fifth consecutive month, reaching the second-lowest level in the survey's history.
- Concerns over trade wars and high tariffs have led to a pessimistic outlook on the economy among consumers.
- Political views significantly influence sentiment, with Democrats reporting the lowest levels since 1980 and Republicans also experiencing a decline.
- Consumer inflation expectations have surged to the highest since 1981, raising alarms about potential price increases.
Stephanie Grace: Who says FEMA's not ready for hurricane season? Well, FEMA does: With the Trump administration threatening to eliminate FEMA, it's no wonder the ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/opinion/trump-noem-mark-cooper-doge/article_29e073a6-d835-50a2-8264-9388527d7e3c.html

President Trump says he will call Putin and Zelenskyy on Monday to push for a ceasefire in Ukraine
trib.al/pdE2X7n

Trump Posts Wild Video Full of Murder Conspiracy Theories — With Absolutely No Explanation
mediaite.com/trump/trump-posts-wild-video-full-of-murder-conspiracy-theories-with-absolutely-no-explanation/
Trump says he will call Putin to discuss stopping Ukraine war: The US president said the pair would speak on Monday, and he would later talk to Ukraine's ...
bbc.com/news/articles/c70nwr7zg7lo

Image from the original article. Source: Biden White House Ripped After Robert Hur Audio Revealed: 'Scandal': The Biden administration is taking more heat after a turbulent week filled with questions ...
newsweek.com/biden-white-house-ripped-after-robert-hur-audio-revealed-scandal-2073560

Key FactsBiden Fails to Recognize Clooney at Fundraiser
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- During a June 2024 fundraiser, President Biden appeared significantly aged and failed to recognize George Clooney.
- Clooney was taken aback by Biden's diminished state, as the president responded to him with short answers.
- Former President Obama had to step in to assist Biden during the event, noting his incoherent speech.
- Concerns about Biden's health were raised within his team, even discussing the potential use of a wheelchair.
It’s devastating to say it, but the Joe Biden I was with three weeks ago at the fund-raiser was not the Joe 'big F-ing deal' Biden of 2010.— George Clooney in an op-ed for The New York Times.
Image from the original article. Source: Melania Trump (the statue) vanishes in Slovenia hometown: The life-size bronze statue disappeared from its perch this week, though locals do not believe the act ...
straitstimes.com/world/europe/melania-trump-the-statue-vanishes-in-slovenia-hometown
Key FactsMelania Trump Statue Stolen in Slovenia
May 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- A life-size bronze statue of Melania Trump has been stolen in Slovenia.
- The statue, erected in 2020, replaced a wooden version that was burned the same year.
- Police launched an investigation after the theft was reported on May 13.
- Artist Brad Downey expressed sadness over the loss and speculated it may relate to upcoming presidential elections.
I'm a bit sad that it's gone.— Brad Downey, the artist who created the statue, commenting on the theft of the statue.
Turns out, the joke’s on Trump when it comes to that Qatari jumbo jet: Qatar dumps an expensive plane, Trump thinks he's getting a gift
nj.com/politics/2025/05/turns-out-the-jokes-on-trump-when-it-comes-to-that-qatari-jumbo-jet.html

Trump pushes US Federal Reserve for rate cuts, criticizes Powell: President Donald Trump on Saturday said in a social media post the U.S. Federal Reserve should ...
reuters.com/world/us/trump-pushes-us-federal-reserve-rate-cuts-2025-05-17/
3 lessons from 3 missteps: If you want to beat Trump, don’t do this | Opinion: Anti-Trumpers had a horrible, no-good, very bad week in the form of Clinton ...
miamiherald.com/opinion/article306553336.html

Image from the original article. Source: Conservatives block Trump's big bill in stunning setback: Conservatives have blocked President Donald Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill ...
apnews.com/article/republicans-trump-bill-tax-cuts-spending-medicaid-a9f9c0a23cd2a6e7917d5b73f935e1fd

Key FactsRepublicans Reject Trump's Tax Reform Over Spending Concerns
May 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Hardline Republicans blocked Trump's tax reform due to insufficient spending cuts.
- Moody's downgraded the U.S. credit rating, warning of rising debt levels.
- Five out of 21 Republicans on the Budget Committee voted against the bill, demanding deeper cuts.
- The Republican Committee plans a rare Sunday session to revise the legislation.
"We are writing checks we cannot cash and our children are going to pay the price."— Republican Chip Roy stated during the committee hearing.
Trump is floating a third term. Utah GOP votes against resolution condemning such efforts.
sltrib.com/news/politics/2025/05/17/trump-floats-third-term-utah-gop/

Fox’s Bret Baier Stunned By Trump’s Stamina — Asks Him ‘How The Hell Do You Do It?’
mediaite.com/news/foxs-brett-baier-stunned-by-trumps-stamina-asks-him-how-the-hell-do-you-do-it/
Trump's DOJ focuses in on voter fraud, with a murky assist from DOGE: President Trump and his allies have long made false claims of widespread noncitizen voting ...
npr.org/2025/05/17/nx-s1-5383277/trump-doj-doge-noncitizen-voting

Donald Trump attacks ‘dried out prune of a rocker’ Bruce Springsteen and ‘no longer hot’ Taylor Swift
irishtimes.com/world/us/2025/05/17/donald-trump-attacks-dried-out-prune-of-a-rocker-bruce-springsteen-and-no-longer-hot-taylor-swift/
Meet the Republicans regretting they ever supported Donald Trump: Logan Church talks with right-leaning conservatives who are wondering whether they made a ...
1news.co.nz/2025/05/17/meet-the-republicans-regretting-they-ever-supported-donald-trump/

Trump administration working on plan to move 1 million Palestinians to Libya: Details are murky, but the plan is under serious enough consideration that the ...
nbcnews.com/politics/national-security/trump-administration-working-plan-move-1-million-palestinians-libya-rcna207224

Trump says he will speak to Putin and Zelensky on Monday and push for ceasefire: Trump is pushing hard for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine and has ...
axios.com/2025/05/17/trump-putin-zelensky-ceasefire-talk

After Trump's departure: Israel launches major offensive in the Gaza Strip: The Jewish state has announced that it will permanently occupy large parts of the ...
nzz.ch/international/nach-trumps-abreise-israel-lanciert-grossoffensive-im-gazastreifen-ld.1884865

New poll shows Trump’s approval rating is underwater on nearly every issue : President’s only positive policy area rating in new poll is on border security
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-latest-poll-approval-rating-b2752777.html

The reality Trump can’t see: We need immigrants | Editorial: All of the Trump administration’s natalist ideas won’t save the country from its bleak demographic ...
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We Need a Coffee Party to Waken the People Being Strip-Mined by Dangerous Donald: As the marches, rallies, and town meetings swell, the demand that Trump be ...
commondreams.org/opinion/coffee-party-vs-trump

Food For Millions Rots in Storage After Trump’s USAID Cuts: Over 60,000 tons of U.S. food is going to waste in warehouses while millions starve and children die.
thedailybeast.com/food-for-millions-rots-in-storage-after-trumps-usaid-cuts/

Conservatives block Trump's big tax breaks bill in a stunning setback: Republican budget hard-liners rebelled on Friday to block US President Donald Trump’s ...
1news.co.nz/2025/05/17/conservatives-block-trumps-big-tax-breaks-bill-in-a-stunning-setback/

Trump says he will speak to Putin on the phone Monday: President Donald Trump will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on ending the Ukraine war Monday ...
cnn.com/2025/05/17/politics/trump-putin-ukraine-zelensky-talks

Image from the original article. Source: 'Trump and Melania are separated,' claims US president's biographer Michael Wolff
wionews.com/world/trump-and-melania-are-separated-claims-us-presidents-biographer-michael-wolff-9078201

Key FactsTrump's Marriage Under Scrutiny: Biographer Claims Separation
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wionews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wionews.com
- Biographer Michael Wolff claims that Donald Trump and Melania Trump are 'separated' and do not engage in a traditional marriage.
- Wolff made these remarks during a podcast, noting Melania's limited public appearances since Trump's return to the White House.
- He suggested they lead separate lives, fueling ongoing speculation regarding their relationship.
- The White House dismissed Wolff's claims, calling him a 'blithering idiot' and asserting that his credibility is highly questionable.
"They live separate lives. They are separated."— Michael Wolff, biographer of Donald Trump, made this statement during an interview on The Daily Podcast regarding the relationship between Trump and Melania.
Trump’s White House accidentally admitted the truth about its tax plan: Earlier this week the White House published evidence that the president's "big ...
msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/trumps-white-house-accidentally-admitted-truth-tax-plan-rcna207301

Senate Democrats Poised to Enable Trump’s Crypto Corruption: Today on TAP: They would also massively destabilize the financial system.
prospect.org/blogs-and-newsletters/tap/2025-05-16-senate-democrats-trumps-crypto-corruption/

Trump accused of committing ‘single most corrupt, self-serving act of any President in American history’
pennlive.com/news/2025/05/trump-accused-of-committing-single-most-corrupt-self-serving-act-of-any-president-in-american-history.html

Devout Speaker Johnson and the Worship of Trump: Today on TAP: Trump’s acceptance of a really cool $400 million 747 bribe raises no ethical issues for Old-Time ...
prospect.org/blogs-and-newsletters/tap/2025-05-15-devout-speaker-johnson-worship-trump/

Bobby Kennedy Jr. Makes Eugenics Great Again at Health and Human Services: RFK Jr. has embarked on policies that frighteningly resemble those of eugenicists: ...
commondreams.org/opinion/rfk-jr-hhs-eugenics

Gutfeld knocks Springsteen for Trump criticism in UK: Fox News host Greg Gutfeld attacked Bruce Springsteen after the singer heavily criticized President Trump ...
trib.al/J7AOGTq

Image from the original article. Source: Another House Democrat plans to force Trump impeachment vote: Rep. Al Green should expect to face the same pressure that Rep. Shri Thanedar did ...
axios.com/2025/05/16/trump-impeachment-house-democrat-al-green

Key FactsDemocrat Withdraws Impeachment Vote Amid Party Pressure
May 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Rep. Shri Thanedar of Michigan retracted his threat to force a vote on impeaching President Trump after warnings from party leaders.
- Though Thanedar still believes Trump has committed impeachable offenses, he opted not to hold the vote, focusing instead on rallying bipartisan support.
- Democratic leaders expressed concern that an impeachment vote, destined to fail in the GOP-led House, would distract from urgent issues like Medicaid cuts.
- While Thanedar had previously sought a 'privileged' status for his resolution, Democratic leaders advised him to skip the House floor, resulting in no vote taking place.
So those who are asking me, is this the right time to do it? I say it’s never the wrong time to do the right thing.— Rep. Shri Thanedar, discussing his decision to push for an impeachment vote.
Iran's Supreme Leader says Trump is lying when he speaks of peace: Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Trump's remarks "aren't even worth responding to."
reuters.com/world/irans-president-pezeshkian-says-trump-speaks-peace-threatens-same-time-2025-05-17/

Romanian presidential election: Far-right hooligan is the favorite - the EU must tremble
n-tv.de/politik/Rumaenische-Praesidentschaftswahl-Rechtsextremer-Hooligan-ist-Favorit-die-EU-muss-zittern-article25770645.html

Trump: US Republicans are blocking his tax plans: A controversial law with tax breaks and cuts is facing headwinds. And it's not just coming from the ...
rnd.de/politik/trump-us-republikaner-blockieren-seine-steuerplaene-HPYDIKY5OJLRLNJQ6S3D7RQVDI.html

Trump business deals revive questions about his family profiting off the presidency
pbs.org/newshour/show/trump-business-deals-revive-questions-about-his-family-profiting-off-the-presidency

Mike Pence says it is a 'bad idea' for Trump to accept a Qatari jet for use as Air Force One
nbcnews.com/politics/trump-administration/mike-pence-says-bad-idea-trump-accept-qatari-jet-use-air-force-one-rcna206754
Image from the original article. Source: Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to resume quick deportations under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act. Follow live updates. - The Boston Globe
bostonglobe.com/2025/05/16/nation/trump-presidency-live-updates/

Key FactsKey Highlights from Trump's Middle East Visit
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- President Trump returned from the Middle East with new economic agreements, positioning himself as a peacemaker.
- His trip included Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, emphasizing trade over chaos while lifting sanctions on Syria.
- Efforts for peace in Ukraine and a deal between Israel and Hamas faced significant challenges and yielded no major breakthroughs.
- Democrats praised Trump's approach to lifting sanctions on Syria, while he targeted his political opponents in the U.S.
"A new generation of leaders is transcending the ancient conflicts and tired divisions of the past and forging a future where the Middle East is defined by commerce, not chaos."— Donald Trump during a speech in Saudi Arabia
After Thanedar Backs Off, Green Files New Article of Impeachment Against Trump: Rep. Al Green of Texas accused Trump of "flouting of federal court orders ...
commondreams.org/news/thanedar-green-impeachment

Pope Leo urges respect for migrants, challenging Trump views: U.S.-born Pope Leo XIV, in his first address to world diplomats, said on Friday that the dignity of ...
reuters.com/world/europe/pope-leo-tells-diplomats-dignity-migrants-must-be-respected-2025-05-16/
James Comer Accuses James Comey of ‘Trying to Jizz Up Some Type of Coup’: Whatever that means.
thedailybeast.com/james-comer-accuses-james-comey-of-trying-to-jizz-up-some-type-of-coup/

Trump says Zelensky ‘pissed away’ Ukraine aid : President Trump accused his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday of having “pissed away” billions ...
nypost.com/2025/05/17/us-news/trump-says-zelensky-pissed-away-ukraine-aid/

Audio of interview confirms Biden memory lapses: Newly released audio of a special counsel interviewing then-President Biden confirms memory lapses that White ...
nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/audio-interview-confirms-biden-memory-lapses-rcna197548

Image from the original article. Source: Florida serial killer cheers Trump in his final words at execution: An accused serial killer who was executed for murder in Florida on Thursday used his final ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/5304529-florida-serial-killer-glen-rogers-trump-maga-casanova-killer/

Key FactsCasanova Killer Addresses Trump in Final Statement
May 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Glen Rogers, known as the 'Casanova Killer', was sentenced to death for the 1995 murder of Tina Marie Cribbs.
- In his final words, Rogers praised President Trump and expressed a desire for America to continue thriving.
- He addressed the families of his victims, promising future answers to their questions for closure.
- Rogers' execution took 16 minutes and occurred after the U.S. Supreme Court denied his final appeals.
President Trump, keep making America great. I'm ready to go.— Glen Rogers, just before his execution.
Bill Maher Rips Trump’s ‘Free’ Plane Grift: “This has to be the ultimate ‘If Obama did it,’ Maher quipped of Trump’s $400 million jet.
thedailybeast.com/bill-maher-rips-trumps-free-plane-grift/

Image from the original article. Source: White House outraged: Rating agency Moody's downgrades the USA: The US also lost its top credit rating from the rating agency Moody's ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/usa-kreditwuerdigkeit-gesunken-wirtschaft-100.html

Key FactsMoody's Downgrades US Credit Rating
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
- Moody's has downgraded the US credit rating from 'Aaa' to 'Aa1', losing its top rating.
- The agency cited an expected deterioration in the financial situation compared to previous times and other highly rated countries.
- The White House criticized Moody's and its economists, while the US debt-to-GDP ratio could rise to 134 percent by 2035.
- Despite political uncertainties, the expectation remains that the US will continue effective monetary policy under the Federal Reserve.
No one takes his 'analyses' seriously. He has repeatedly proven to be wrong.— The White House Communications Director, Steven Cheung, commented on Moody's economist Mark Zandi in a social media post.
Gulf states use opulence and flattery to win Trump's heart: Escorts of camels and Arabian horses. A luxury plane offered as a gift. Hundreds of men dancing with ...
reuters.com/world/us/gulf-states-use-opulence-flattery-win-trumps-heart-2025-05-16/

Image from the original article. Source: Judges Demand Answers from ‘Stonewalling’ Trump Admin Over Wrongful Deportation: “I don’t want to tell you how long it took my wonderful law clerks to count up ...
thedailybeast.com/judges-demand-answers-from-stonewalling-trump-admin-over-wrongful-deportation/

Key FactsJudge Critiques Secrecy in Wrongful Deportation Case
May 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- A U.S. judge expressed frustration over the Trump administration's lack of details regarding efforts to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador.
- Judge Paula Xinis questioned whether the government intended to comply with her order to facilitate Garcia's return, especially after a statement from DHS chief Kristi Noem.
- The hearing highlighted concerns that the Trump administration has not adequately informed the court and Garcia's attorneys, raising fears of judicial disregard.
- Xinis indicated she would likely allow the administration another chance to provide evidence, as previous information was deemed insufficient.
"That sounds to me like an admission."— U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis expressed frustration over the Trump administration's lack of details regarding the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump: Democrats ‘playing the ref’ with Supreme Court on birthright citizenship: President Trump in an overnight social media post targeted Democrats whom he ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/5303541-trump-birthright-citizenship-supreme-court/

Key FactsSupreme Court Examines Trump's Birthright Citizenship Challenge
May 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The U.S. Supreme Court deliberated on Donald Trump's efforts to restrict birthright citizenship for children of certain immigrants.
- Three judges issued nationwide injunctions blocking Trump's directive, which could deny citizenship to over 150,000 newborns annually.
- Conservative justices considered limiting lower courts' power to issue universal injunctions, while some liberal justices questioned the constitutionality of Trump's order.
- The court may decide whether to address the lawsuit based on the legal merits of Trump's directive, potentially delaying the resolution of its constitutionality.
"This order reflects the original meaning of the 14th Amendment, which guaranteed citizenship to the children of former slaves, not illegal aliens or temporary visitors."— D. John Sauer, the U.S. Solicitor General, spoke to the Supreme Court about Trump's directive.
Image from the original article. Source: Trump insults Bruce Springsteen and Taylor Swift after Middle East summit: US President Trump insulted two superstars on the flight back from his trip to the ...
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Key FactsTrump Launches Attacks on Swift and Springsteen
21h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
- Donald Trump made disparaging remarks about Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen on Truth Social due to their lack of support for him.
- His criticism of Swift stems from her endorsement of Kamala Harris during the presidential campaign, while Springsteen was targeted for his comments about the government.
- Trump labeled Swift as 'not hot anymore' and called Springsteen an 'insufferable idiot,' also commenting on their physical appearances.
- Both artists did not respond to the President's insults, which are part of Trump's ongoing disdain for them.
"I hate Taylor Swift!"— Donald Trump expressed on his platform Truth Social about the singer after she supported Kamala Harris.
DHS reality show for immigrants could offer citizenship for winners: A reality TV show being considered by Homeland Security could pit immigrants against one ...
nydailynews.com/2025/05/16/homeland-security-reality-show-immigrant-citizenship/

Trump admin permits sale of device that allows standard firearms to fire like machine guns
nbcnews.com/politics/justice-department/trump-admin-permits-sale-device-allows-standard-firearms-fire-machine-rcna207395

Trump Cuts to Foreign Aid Leave Food Destined for Desperate Millions Rotting in Storage
commondreams.org/news/trump-usaid-foreign-aid-cuts-2672030938

Melania Trump Statue In Slovenia Disappears As Police Investigate Potential Theft
huffpost.com/entry/melania-trump-statue-disappears-slovenia-police-investigation-theft_n_68276b83e4b01633824e94df

Trump administration faces court pressure to return deported migrants: Judge hears arguments in Abrego García case after Trump administration officials deposed
wapo.st/4khwpyA

House Republicans block Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ in major setback: Rightwing lawmakers say president’s bill – centered on tax cuts and funding deportations ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2025/may/16/house-republicans-block-trump-spending-bill

Trump to speak to Russian, Ukrainian leaders on Monday after talks in Turkey: US President Donald Trump is set to speak with the Russian and Ukraine presidents ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/561359/trump-to-speak-to-russian-ukrainian-leaders-on-monday-after-talks-in-turkey
Trump sets up Monday call with Putin: President Trump on Saturday announced that he will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday as the ...
thehill.com/policy/international/5305540-donald-trump-vladimir-putin-call-next-week/

House Budget Committee rejects Trump agenda bill in major setback for GOP leaders
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/house-budget-committee-rejects-trump-agenda-bill-major-setback-gop-lea-rcna207239

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