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Biden's broken promise on pardoning Hunter raises questions about legacy: Biden aides and allies had been resigned to the prospect of the president using his ...
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Biden's broken promise on pardoning Hunter raises questions about legacy
Quick Glance: Biden Pardons Hunter, Complicating His Legacy
  • President Joe Biden's decision to grant a sweeping pardon to his son Hunter raises significant questions about his political legacy.

  • By prioritizing family over the rule of law, Biden risks setting a troubling precedent that could tarnish his reputation.

  • The pardon, issued shortly before Hunter's sentencing, has been viewed by some as politically motivated, echoing actions taken by past presidents.

  • Biden expressed belief in the justice system while suggesting that political influences had tainted the legal process.
Kash Patel Would Use the FBI for Trump's Revenge Tour: Law enforcement and vengeance shouldn’t go hand-in-hand.
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Kash Patel Would Use the FBI for Trump's Revenge Tour
Quick Glance: Republican Senators Rally Behind Kash Patel for FBI Director
  • Several Republican senators expressed support for Kash Patel's nomination as FBI Director.

  • Concerns were raised regarding potential politicization of the FBI under Patel's leadership.

  • Senators Bill Hagerty and Ted Cruz praised Patel as a necessary reformer for the FBI.

  • Democratic senators cautioned against the possible weaponization of the FBI with Patel in charge.
Trump threatens "HELL TO PAY" if Gaza hostages not released before inauguration
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Trump threatens "HELL TO PAY" if Gaza hostages not released ...
The pardon of his son Hunter shows: Joe Biden has given up: Of course Donald Trump would have pardoned his son too. The fact that Joe Biden is doing so now is ...
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The pardon of his son Hunter shows: Joe Biden has given up
Quick Glance: Biden's Pardon for Hunter: Political Fallout and Criticism
  • Joe Biden unexpectedly announced a sweeping pardon for his son Hunter Biden, which also covers future charges.

  • The decision has prompted fierce allegations of hypocrisy from Republicans, while a Democratic governor expressed disappointment over the impact on Biden's reputation.

  • Biden's actions may have fundamentally altered the rules governing the use of presidential pardons, increasing the potential for political misuse.

  • Trump and his supporters could use Biden's decision as justification for similar actions during his next term.
Hegseth forced out of vets groups due to drinking, misconduct: New Yorker: Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon, was forced to step ...
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Hegseth forced out of vets groups due to drinking, misconduct: New Yorker
Quick Glance: Hegseth ousted from veterans groups over misconduct
  • Pete Hegseth resigned from two nonprofit organizations due to misconduct and mismanagement.

  • Reports of intoxication and sexual harassment raise serious concerns about his capability to lead the Pentagon.

  • A whistleblower report details Hegseth's repeated drunkenness at official events and aggressive behavior.

  • Senator Richard Blumenthal stated Hegseth's alcohol issues pose a risk to national security decisions.
Ukraine war: "Army lacks the strength" to recapture all territories from Russia - | Selenskyj
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Ukraine war:
Quick Glance: Zelenskyy's Strategy Shift to End Ukraine War
  • President Zelenskyy seeks a swift end to the war with Russia, proposing diplomatic solutions for the return of occupied territories.

  • He calls for NATO security guarantees for the regions currently controlled by Ukraine to conclude the 'hot phase' of the conflict.

  • Public opinion in Ukraine is shifting towards favoring a quick resolution to the war, even with territorial concessions.

  • Zelenskyy emphasizes the need for direct communication with incoming US President Trump, while Ukraine's NATO membership remains a key aspect of his peace strategy.
Quick Glance: Celebrities Exit X Due to Toxic Environment
  • More than 60 German celebrities and institutions announce their departure from the platform X.

  • Notable figures include Dunja Hayali and Jo Schück, along with several NS memorial sites.

  • The criticized conditions involve an unmoderated environment that promotes hate and incitement.

  • Alternatives like Bluesky, TikTok, and Instagram are being considered as new platforms.
Trump warns ‘hell to pay’ if Gaza hostages not freed before his inauguration: US President-elect Donald Trump on Monday warned Gaza militants of massive ...
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Trump warns ‘hell to pay’ if Gaza hostages not freed before his ...
Trump uses Hunter Biden pardon to hint potential clemency for January 6 insurrectionists
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Trump uses Hunter Biden pardon to hint potential clemency for January 6 ...
Trump threatens Hamas: "Then all hell will break loose": Hostages from Israel are still being held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The designated US President Donald ...
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Trump threatens Hamas:
Olaf Scholz with Selenskyj: what they have in common, what they argue about: 17 personal meetings, more than 30 phone calls. Olaf Scholz and Volodymyr Selenskyj ...
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Olaf Scholz with Selenskyj: what they have in common, what they argue ...
Quick Glance: Scholz Promises Continued Support for Ukraine
  • Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced during his visit to Kyiv that Germany would continue to be the strongest supporter of Ukraine in Europe.

  • He pledged additional arms deliveries worth 650 million euros, set to occur in December, as part of a previously announced package.

  • The trip was planned on short notice to preempt a visit by CDU chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz, who also intended to travel to Ukraine.

  • Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock highlighted the urgency of support for Ukraine, while Scholz criticized Merz's suggestions as dangerous in a campaign context.
Newsom wants $25 million to fight the Trump litigation he sees coming: Gov. Gavin Newsom has asked lawmakers to approve $25 million for California's anticipated ...
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Newsom wants $25 million to fight the Trump litigation he sees coming
MAGA Filmmaker Pardoned by Trump Gets Roasted for Hunter Biden Take: Dinesh D’Souza was pardoned by Donald Trump in 2018 for illegally contributing to a New York ...
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MAGA Filmmaker Pardoned by Trump Gets Roasted for Hunter Biden Take
The Kremlin Celebrates Trump’s Cabinet Picks: Russian state TV propagandists are ecstatic about Donald Trump’s Cabinet selections, especially Kash Patel who the ...
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The Kremlin Celebrates Trump’s Cabinet Picks
Tesla: How Elon Musk is dividing Grünheide: Some are celebrating the "Gigafactory". Others are asking whether everything was done cleanly and democratically.
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Tesla: How Elon Musk is dividing Grünheide
Biden Urged to Act Now as Trump's Mass Deportation Plan Looms: "President Biden must use the power of the pen to protect those seeking sanctuary from the ...
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Biden Urged to Act Now as Trump's Mass Deportation Plan Looms
Biden’s Pardon of Son Threatens to Tarnish Legacy, Empower Trump: President Joe Biden’s public justification of his decision to pardon his son — accusing the ...
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Biden’s Pardon of Son Threatens to Tarnish Legacy, Empower Trump
President Biden's broken promise on pardoning his son Hunter is raising new questions about his legacy
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President Biden's broken promise on pardoning his son Hunter is raising ...
Despair Is Not an Option, So Here's What We Must Do: We have got to take on Trump and the oligarchs. And the best way to do that is to educate and organize ...
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Despair Is Not an Option, So Here's What We Must Do
California lawmakers to begin special session to ‘Trump-proof’ state laws: The Democratic governor, a fierce critic of President-elect Donald Trump ...
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California lawmakers to begin special session to ‘Trump-proof’ state laws
Quick Glance: California Prepares to Resist Trump Administration Policies
  • California lawmakers commence a special session to safeguard progressive policies.

  • Governor Gavin Newsom seeks additional funding for legal battles against the Trump administration.

  • A proposed bill allocates $25 million for legal defenses, focusing on civil rights and environmental issues.

  • Legislators will discuss strategies to protect abortion laws and immigration policies from potential Trump administration attacks.
Trump's low oil price promise is a risk and a boon for emerging markets
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Trump's low oil price promise is a risk and a boon for emerging markets
Joe Walsh: Hunter Biden pardon ‘utter bulls‑‑‑,’ ‘stupidly selfish’ : Former Republican Rep. Joe Walsh (Ill.) ripped President Biden’s decision to pardon his son ...
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Joe Walsh: Hunter Biden pardon ‘utter bulls‑‑‑,’ ‘stupidly selfish’ 
After Trump's election: How Tesla drivers are protesting against Elon Musk: Tesla CEO Elon Musk was an important supporter of Donald Trump in his US election ...
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After Trump's election: How Tesla drivers are protesting against Elon ...
California to open special session preparing for anti-Trump lawsuits: The session follows Donald Trump’s vows to punish the state if it fails to hew to his ...
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California to open special session preparing for anti-Trump lawsuits
Will Biden's visit to Africa align with Trump's vision? | Africanews: President Joe Biden is finally making his long-promised visit to Africa to showcase a U.S ...
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Will Biden's visit to Africa align with Trump's vision? | Africanews
Elon Musk asks court to stop OpenAI from becoming a for-profit: Recent OpenAI investors could ask for their money back if the transition doesn't occur.
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Elon Musk asks court to stop OpenAI from becoming a for-profit
Intel CEO retires as chipmaker loses ground in AI revolution: Intel's CEO is stepping down as the stalwart American chipmaker has struggled to keep pace with the ...
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Intel CEO retires as chipmaker loses ground in AI revolution
Quick Glance: Intel Initiates Change Following Gelsinger's Departure
  • Pat Gelsinger has retired as Intel's CEO, with David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus appointed as interim co-CEOs.

  • Gelsinger led Intel through a challenging period marked by significant layoffs and cost-cutting measures.

  • His tenure was plagued by multiple product delays and missed opportunities in the Artificial Intelligence sector.

  • The restructuring aims to refocus on the product division while the board searches for a new CEO.
Kash Patel, Trump’s pick to lead FBI, appears to have support of GOP while alarming the left
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Kash Patel, Trump’s pick to lead FBI, appears to have support of GOP while ...
Schumer urges Thune to preserve Senate’s ‘advice and consent’ role on Trump nominees
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Schumer urges Thune to preserve Senate’s ‘advice and consent’ role on ...
What others only think: Elon Musk openly admits dismissal strategy through compulsory attendance
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What others only think: Elon Musk openly admits dismissal strategy through ...
American-Israeli soldier held hostage in Gaza was ‘killed on October 7,’ Israel says
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American-Israeli soldier held hostage in Gaza was ‘killed on October 7 ...
Newsom vs. Trump: When big states take on the White House: California Gov. Gavin Newsom was on good terms with Donald Trump during his first term as president ...
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Newsom vs. Trump: When big states take on the White House
Shouldn’t Trump Voters Be Viewed as Traitors?: The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on whether voters should be held accountable for their chosen candidate’s ...
nytimes.com/2024/11/29/magazine/trump-voters-considered-traitors-ethics.html
Shouldn’t Trump Voters Be Viewed as Traitors?
Live updates: Trump raises prospect of pardons for Jan. 6 crimes: Get the latest news on the transition to the new administration of President-elect Donald Trump ...
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Live updates: Trump raises prospect of pardons for Jan. 6 crimes
Trump is targeting protections for almost 1 million legal immigrants: Temporary Protected Status shields hundreds of thousands of immigrants from Venezuela ...
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Trump is targeting protections for almost 1 million legal immigrants
BRICS Currency Debate Faces Tariff Threat Under Trump’s Return : the global economic stage is heating up as president-elect Donald Trump issues a stark warning ...
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BRICS Currency Debate Faces Tariff Threat Under Trump’s Return
Amazing proximity: What Meloni and Musk's alliance means for Europe: He thinks she is "beautiful", she thinks he is "a precious genius": Elon Musk and Giorgia ...
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Amazing proximity: What Meloni and Musk's alliance means for Europe
Quick Glance: Musk and Meloni: A Strategic Partnership
  • Elon Musk and Giorgia Meloni share close personal and political ties.

  • Meloni considers Musk a 'precious genius,' while Musk calls Meloni 'beautiful.'

  • This alliance could put Italy at a crossroads of major decisions.

  • The relationship between Meloni and Musk parallels Meloni's ties with Donald Trump.
Schoen: Trump, RFK Jr. aim to shake up our broken healthcare system: If they commit to supporting long-proven safe vaccinations while increasing transparency and ...
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Schoen: Trump, RFK Jr. aim to shake up our broken healthcare system
Former drummer of My Chemical Romance, Bob Bryar, dies at 44: Bryar was with the group from 2004 to 2010.
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Former drummer of My Chemical Romance, Bob Bryar, dies at 44
Quick Glance: Bob Bryar of My Chemical Romance Passes Away at 44
  • Bob Bryar, former drummer of My Chemical Romance, has died at the age of 44.

  • He was part of the band from 2004 to 2010, contributing to albums like The Black Parade and Danger Days.

  • After leaving the band in 2010, Bryar became involved in dog rescue and left the music industry for a real estate career in 2014.

  • He was passionate about charity work, auctioning his drum kit and uniform to support animal welfare initiatives.
Elon Musk and the dream of cutting red tape: watch out, ideologues!: Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are supposed to reduce bureaucracy in the USA ...
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Elon Musk and the dream of cutting red tape: watch out, ideologues!
Trump Doesn’t Exactly Condemn Biden’s Pardon for His Son: The president-elect addressed the news only by claiming that the rioters convicted for their role in ...
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Trump Doesn’t Exactly Condemn Biden’s Pardon for His Son
Quick Glance: Luxury Mansion Burns Down on Thanksgiving Day
  • A $2.8 million mansion in Connecticut was destroyed on Thanksgiving due to a fire that started while frying a turkey in the garage.

  • Firefighters battled the flames for over 16 hours, with the house deemed uninhabitable as the fire spread rapidly.

  • No injuries were reported, but firefighters faced challenges accessing water after a car drove over the hose.

  • The department described the conditions as dangerous, hindering their firefighting efforts significantly.
Donald Trump threatens BRICS nations with 100pc tariffs if they seek to dethrone US dollar
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Donald Trump threatens BRICS nations with 100pc tariffs if they seek to ...
Quick Glance: Trump Threatens BRICS Nations with Tariff Consequences
  • Donald Trump has threatened BRICS nations with 100% tariffs if they attempt to create a rival currency to the US dollar.

  • He demands a commitment from these countries not to establish a new BRICS currency or support alternatives to the dollar.

  • The BRICS group, representing 37% of the global economy and 40% of the population, aims for greater influence in international politics.

  • Despite exploring alternatives to reduce reliance on the US dollar, the dollar remains the dominant global reserve currency.
Trump’s extraordinary selection of his daughters’ fathers-in-law for key posts underscores his reliance on family members
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Trump’s extraordinary selection of his daughters’ fathers-in-law for key ...
Quick Glance: Family Ties: Trump's Key Appointments Raise Eyebrows
  • Donald Trump appointed Massad Boulos as senior adviser on Arab and Middle Eastern affairs, highlighting his preference for family connections in key roles.

  • Boulos, who is Tiffany Trump's father-in-law, played a significant role in Trump's campaign within Muslim American communities.

  • The appointments of Boulos and Charles Kushner, designated as US ambassador to France, raise concerns about influence and nepotism.

  • Trump's reliance on family members for political positions prompts scrutiny regarding potential conflicts of interest and financial gains.
Elon Musk and Nigel Farage get flirty: Westminster is abuzz with talk of closer ties between the Trump adviser and chief Brexiteer.
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Elon Musk and Nigel Farage get flirty
A Mar-a-Lago coup with a value as unpredictable as Trump’s tweets: Trudeau called Trump personally the day he made the tariff threat and was invited to dinner ...
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A Mar-a-Lago coup with a value as unpredictable as Trump’s tweets
Quick Glance: Trudeau and Trump: Border Cooperation Progress
  • The meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Trudeau in Florida was described as very productive, covering key issues such as tariffs, national security, and drug crises.

  • Trump emphasized the need for actions against drug trafficking and illegal immigration, stating that tariffs on Canadian imports would only be lifted with border changes.

  • Trudeau expressed a willingness to enhance border security, including purchasing new helicopters for the RCMP to improve safety.

  • The meeting followed a week of intense political discussions in which Canadian leaders sought solutions to the impending tariffs.
How the Border County Where Elon Musk Is a Local Flipped for Trump: Mr. Musk’s rockets and presence have helped shape, and reshape, the culture and politics of ...
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How the Border County Where Elon Musk Is a Local Flipped for Trump
‘Go find another sucker’: Trump threatens Xi, Putin and co: Donald Trump has found a new way to deploy his favourite weapon.
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‘Go find another sucker’: Trump threatens Xi, Putin and co
Quick Glance: Trump Threatens BRICS Nations with Severe Tariffs
  • Donald Trump has threatened BRICS nations with 100% tariffs if they attempt to create an alternative currency to the US dollar.

  • He demands these countries commit to neither creating a new BRICS currency nor backing any currency that could replace the dollar.

  • The BRICS nations, including Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, are dissatisfied with US dominance and are exploring alternatives, but have made little progress.

  • Despite efforts towards de-dollarisation, the US dollar remains dominant, complicating the ability of countries like China and Russia to establish viable alternatives.
"We must show the Ukrainians that Europe is with them": The new EU leaders Kaja Kallas and António Costa spend their first working day in Kiev ...
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Quick Glance: EU Leaders Express Solidarity with Ukraine
  • António Costa and Kaja Kallas began their terms with a symbolic visit to Kyiv to demonstrate solidarity with Ukraine.

  • The visit occurred amid an ongoing conflict that tests European support for Ukraine.

  • Despite the strong symbolic gesture, no new military or financial aid was announced.

  • The uncertainty regarding future US policy under President Trump and the necessity of NATO membership for Ukraine were also discussed.
Fidelity marks up the value of its stake in Elon Musk's X: Even with the boost, Fidelity believes X is worth 72% less than the $44 billion purchase price.
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Fidelity marks up the value of its stake in Elon Musk's X
Quick Glance: Fidelity Boosts Valuation of Elon Musk's X Stake
  • Fidelity marked up the value of its X Holdings shares by 32.37% in October, the largest monthly increase since Elon Musk's acquisition in 2022.

  • Despite this increase, Fidelity estimates that X is worth nearly 72% less than the $44 billion purchase price.

  • This valuation rise may be linked to xAI, another Musk venture training a large language model on X data, where Fidelity recently invested.

  • Fidelity's updated valuation does not account for Donald Trump's reelection or Musk's informal involvement in his future administration.
The Year Elon Musk’s Cybertruck Took Over New York City : Elon Musk released the Cybertruck late last year. We reflect on a year of Cybertrucks being spotted in ...
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The Year Elon Musk’s Cybertruck Took Over New York City
What Will Another Trump Term Mean for Space Policy?: With SpaceX founder Elon Musk at his side, President-elect Trump could shake up NASA and accelerate the ...
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What Will Another Trump Term Mean for Space Policy?
Plans for mass deportation could target 47,000 in Philly: ‘No question it’s going to be ugly.’
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Plans for mass deportation could target 47,000 in Philly: ‘No question ...
Quick Glance: Mass Deportation Plans Threaten 47,000 in Philadelphia
  • President Trump intends to initiate unprecedented deportations of millions of undocumented individuals starting on his first day in office.

  • Experts warn that even partial implementation could cause significant disruption to communities and the economy.

  • In Philadelphia, approximately 47,000 undocumented individuals could be targeted, with the costs for mass deportation being exorbitantly high.

  • The reality of large-scale deportations may face numerous logistical and legal challenges that could hinder actual execution.
Canada bolstering border security after Trump's talks with Trudeau, Canadian official says
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Canada bolstering border security after Trump's talks with Trudeau ...
Trump taps ‘deep state’ conspiracy theorist Kash Patel to lead the FBI: As he continues stocking his new administration with staunch loyalists ...
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Trump taps ‘deep state’ conspiracy theorist Kash Patel to lead the FBI
USA: Another ultra in Team Trump: The future US president nominates a fanatical supporter as the new FBI director. Kash Patel wants to hunt down anyone who ...
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USA: Another ultra in Team Trump
What are the BRIC nations? Why did Donald Trump threaten them with tariffs? What to know
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What are the BRIC nations? Why did Donald Trump threaten them with ...
Quick Glance: Trump Issues 100% Tariff Threat to BRIC Nations
  • President Trump threatened 100% tariffs against nine nations if they undermine the U.S. dollar.

  • The warning targets members of the BRIC alliance, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the UAE.

  • Trump stated that any country attempting to establish a new BRICS currency or replace the dollar would face severe tariffs.

  • Russian President Putin criticized U.S. dollar dominance and called for alternative payment systems to evade Western sanctions.
Trump says he will nominate developer Charles Kushner to be the U.S. ambassador to France
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Trump says he will nominate developer Charles Kushner to be the U.S ...
Quick Glance: Trump Appoints Charles Kushner as Ambassador to France
  • Donald J. Trump has nominated Charles Kushner to serve as the ambassador to France, highlighting their close relationship.

  • Kushner, who pleaded guilty to multiple offenses in 2004, received a pardon from Trump during his presidency.

  • The appointment may be complicated by Trump's mixed relationship with French President Macron.

  • Kushner is viewed as a significant supporter of Trump and was a major donor to his 2024 campaign.
What’s next for NASA’s giant moon rocket?: The Space Launch System is facing fresh calls for cancelation, but still has a key role to play in NASA’s return to ...
technologyreview.com/2024/11/28/1107511/whats-next-nasas-giant-moon-rocket/
What’s next for NASA’s giant moon rocket?
Lawmakers express doubt over Trump plan to replace FBI’s Christopher Wray: Members of Congress on both sides of the aisle said the FBI director ...
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Lawmakers express doubt over Trump plan to replace FBI’s Christopher Wray
Sanders criticizes defense spending: ‘Elon Musk is right’: Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) on Sunday criticized defense spending in a post on the social platform X ...
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Sanders criticizes defense spending: ‘Elon Musk is right’
Cruz defends Trump tariff plan: Threat ‘immediately’ produced action: Texas Sen. Ted Cruz (R) defended President-elect Trump’s threat to impose steep 25 percent ...
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Cruz defends Trump tariff plan: Threat ‘immediately’ produced action
Quick Glance: Cruz Supports Trump's Tariff Plan: Immediate Impact Noted
  • Senator Ted Cruz defended Trump's threat of 25 percent tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico.

  • Cruz emphasized that this threat prompted immediate cooperation from Mexico.

  • He criticized President Biden and Democrats for the border situation, labeling it an invasion.

  • Trump intends to increase tariffs on China with an executive order on his first day in office.
Sunday Snapshot: Trump's tariff toolkit: Here's what you may have missed when newsmakers hit the airwaves this Sunday, December 1.
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Sunday Snapshot: Trump's tariff toolkit
Cruz praises Patel as ‘very strong nominee’: Texas Sen. Ted Cruz (R) praised Kash Patel, President-elect Trump’s nomination for head of FBI ...
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Cruz praises Patel as ‘very strong nominee’
As his power grows, D.C. wonders: How do you lobby a man like Elon Musk?: Musk has flaunted his closeness with Trump, but his unconventional approach leaves few ...
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As his power grows, D.C. wonders: How do you lobby a man like Elon Musk?
Elon Musk in 'Unprecedented' Position Over Rural Internet: Former FCC head: Blair Levin has raised a red flag in response to the idea that Musk could leverage a ...
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Elon Musk in 'Unprecedented' Position Over Rural Internet: Former FCC head