Donald Trump Makes Historic Appearance At Super Bowl LIX: Trump, who has drafted football into his culture wars for years, became the first sitting president to ...
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Donald Trump to announce new tariffs on steel and aluminium: US President Donald Trump says he will announce new 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminium ...
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Quick Glance: New Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Announced
- President Trump announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports into the U.S. on Monday.
- He also intends to hold a press conference to unveil significant new reciprocal tariffs that may match those of other countries.
- It remains unclear whether the new tariffs will be in addition to existing tariffs on imports from countries like China.
- Despite an increase in domestic production, the current steel production remains below levels from a decade ago.
Donald Trump defends work of Elon Musk's DOGE amid criticism: US president Donald Trump fends off criticism of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-02-10/donald-trump-defends-work-of-elon-musks-doge/104916662
Quick Glance: Trump Backs Musk Amid DOGE Controversies
- Donald Trump defends Elon Musk, claiming he is uncovering "hundreds of billions" in government fraud.
- Musk has taken steps to shut down the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and gained access to sensitive data of millions of Americans.
- Critics, including Senator Chris Murphy, caution against a "billionaire takeover of government," arguing these actions threaten democracy.
- Recent court rulings have paused the layoffs at USAID and blocked DOGE from accessing sensitive data.
Vance and Musk attack judicial authority as Trump's agenda gets pushback from courts
pbs.org/newshour/politics/vance-and-musk-attack-judicial-authority-as-trumps-agenda-gets-pushback-from-courts
'No thanks': White South Africans turn down Trump's immigration offer
reuters.com/world/africa/no-thanks-white-south-africans-turn-down-trumps-immigration-offer-2025-02-09/
Afrikaner groups in South Africa decline Trump’s resettlement plan: President Donald Trump offered refugee status and resettlement in the United States to ...
voanews.com/a/white-south-africans-reject-trump-s-resettlement-plan/7967974.html
Quick Glance: Afrikaner Groups Reject Trump's Resettlement Proposal
- Afrikaner groups in South Africa have declined Trump's resettlement offer, asserting their commitment to remain in the country.
- Trump's executive order halting aid to South Africa was issued in response to alleged human rights violations against white citizens.
- The South African government refuted claims of violence against white farmers, highlighting the ongoing economic privileges of the white minority.
- Critics of the new land expropriation law contend that it unfairly targets white landowners while addressing historical injustices.
Kanye West doubles down on antisemitic remarks, calls himself a Nazi: West’s antisemitic posts have previously led to bans from social media platforms.
jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-841310
Quick Glance: Kanye West's Antisemitic Rant on X Stirs Outrage Again
- Rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, made antisemitic remarks on X, praising Hitler.
- He claimed antisemitism was a fabrication by Jewish people and stated he would not apologize for his comments.
- These statements echo his 2022 tirades that resulted in the loss of numerous business partnerships.
- Under Elon Musk's ownership, X has faced criticism for relaxing its rules, allowing extremist views to flourish.
Richard Gere: He attacks Donald Trump at the Goya Award ceremony: Richard Gere sees his country in a dark situation under current President Donald Trump - and ...
stern.de/lifestyle/leute/richard-gere--bei-goya-preis-ehrung-attackiert-er-donald-trump-35451600.html
Quick Glance: Richard Gere Criticizes Trump as Bully and Thug
- Richard Gere labeled Donald Trump a 'bully' and 'thug' during his speech at the Goya Awards in Spain.
- He warned that the United States is in a 'very dark place' as authoritarianism rises globally.
- Gere criticized the dangerous alliance of power and money, driven by irresponsible billionaires.
- The actor is recognized for his social activism, particularly in support of refugees and the homeless.
Trump revokes security clearance for Blinken: President Donald Trump has revoked security clearances for Antony Blinken, the former secretary of state ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Revokes Biden’s Security Clearance in Retaliation
- Donald Trump announced the revocation of Joe Biden's security clearance and daily intelligence briefings as retaliation for Biden's actions in 2021.
- Trump argued that there is no need for Biden to access classified information, labeling the decision as a precedent set by Biden.
- Biden had previously ended Trump's briefings due to concerns over his behavior surrounding the January 6 Capitol attack.
- This move represents Trump’s ongoing vendetta against former officials, emphasizing the ongoing tensions between the two former presidents.
Trump says he has spoken to Putin about ending the Ukraine war: U.S. President Donald Trump said he has spoken to Russian President Vladimir Putin by phone about ...
cnbc.com/2025/02/09/trump-says-he-has-spoken-to-putin-about-ending-the-ukraine-war.html
Quick Glance: Trump Calls for Negotiations on Ukraine Conflict
- US President Donald Trump has urged both Russia and Ukraine to negotiate an end to the war.
- He revoked security clearances for key Biden administration officials.
- Trump stated he has a good relationship with Putin and hopes for a swift resolution to the conflict.
- The Kremlin did not confirm or deny reports of a phone conversation between Trump and Putin.
‘I'll leave him alone’: Donald Trump on why he won’t deport Prince Harry: World: US President Trump, after a crackdown on illegal immigration ...
wionews.com/world/ill-leave-him-alone-donald-trump-on-why-he-wont-deport-prince-harry-8704075
FEMA shouldn't continue "the way it exists today," Kristi Noem says: Trump recently claimed the agency "is getting in the way of everything."
axios.com/2025/02/09/trump-kristi-noem-fema-shutdown
Quick Glance: Access to DHS Data Confirmed by Musk's Team
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed Elon Musk's efficiency team has access to DHS data.
- The DOGE team gained access to personal information of disaster aid recipients.
- Noem supports federal spending cuts, even if it means reducing agency budgets.
- She proposed housing nonviolent migrants at Guantanamo Bay as the government plans to accommodate up to 30,000 migrants there.
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President Trump signed an executive order proclaiming February 9 as ‘Gulf of America Day,’ as he flew over the Gulf of Mexico en route to Super Bowl LIX.
Trump says his desire to make Canada the 51st state is a real thing: U.S. President Donald Trump once again says that he wants to see Canada become a state due ...
ctvnews.ca/politics/article/trump-says-his-desire-to-make-canada-the-51st-state-is-a-real-thing/
Trump defends Elon Musk as 'terrific' during Super Bowl interview: President Trump calls federal courts blocking Elon Musk "crazy," and predicted the Kansas City ...
npr.org/2025/02/09/g-s1-47504/trump-super-bowl-musk
Trump administration orders consumer protection agency to stop work, closes building
apnews.com/article/trump-consumer-protection-cease-1b93c60a773b6b5ee629e769ae6850e9
Quick Glance: Trump Administration Halts Consumer Protection Bureau Operations
- The Trump administration ordered the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to cease nearly all operations, effectively shutting down the agency.
- Russell Vought, the Office of Management and Budget director, confirmed in an email the suspension of all investigative work and proposed rules.
- The CFPB has secured nearly $20 billion in consumer financial relief since its inception but now faces pressure under the new administration.
- This action illustrates the tension between Trump's commitment to lower costs for families and his agenda to reduce government regulation.
Trump revokes security clearances for Antony Blinken and Jake Sullivan: President Donald Trump has revoked security clearances for Antony Blinken ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/united-states/2025/02/09/trump-revokes-security-clearances-for-antony-blinken-and-jake-sullivan-
Trump hollows out USAID. Who will miss it most?: President Donald Trump has sown alarm worldwide by moving to close down USAID, which distributes more foreign ...
csmonitor.com/World/2025/0207/trump-usaid-doge-foreign-aid
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More Than 800K Have Lost $2B on Trump’s Meme Coin: The token’s price has crashed from $75 to $17.
thedailybeast.com/more-than-800k-have-lost-2b-on-trumps-meme-coin/
Quick Glance: Trump's Meme Coin Leads to Investor Losses
- The cryptocurrency $Trump, launched by President Donald Trump, has resulted in significant losses for investors.
- The token's price plummeted from $75 to around $17, leading to a collective loss of $2 billion.
- More than 810,000 crypto wallets have seen losses, while the Trump family has profited over $100 million in trading fees.
- A former Securities and Exchange Commission advisor criticized the president's actions as harmful to investors.
Trump on Friday said he would have relations with North Korea.North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vows to further develop nuclear forces | Reuters
Musk expands his power in Washington as he dodges scrutiny over DOGE actions: In the three weeks since President Donald Trump has been back in the White House ...
pbs.org/newshour/politics/musk-expands-his-power-in-washington-as-he-dodges-scrutiny-over-doge-actions
Trump plans to become chair of the Kennedy Center. Here are 3 things to know: President Trump plans to fire several Board Members at Washington D.C.'s John F ...
npr.org/2025/02/08/nx-s1-5290955/three-takeaways-from-president-trumps-kennedy-center-takeover
Venezuelans backed Trump. Now some worry he’ll deport them.: Venezuelans in the Miami suburb of Doral have been some of Trump’s biggest proponents ...
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US President Donald Trump wants to bring back plastic straws: Many countries want to reduce plastic waste, which decomposes very slowly in nature ...
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Donald Trump is set to break a historic Super Bowl tradition: The Super Bowl predates Woodstock, the Boeing 747 and man walking on the moon. But in all that time ...
smh.com.au/world/north-america/donald-trump-will-be-the-first-president-to-attend-the-super-bowl-20250210-p5lar9.html
Amal Clooney Gets a New Gig at Alma Mater Oxford : The human rights lawyer and wife of actor George Clooney will serve as a visiting professor at the university.
thedailybeast.com/amal-clooney-gets-a-new-gig-at-alma-mater-oxford/
Trump describes Gaza as a ‘big real estate site’ as he doubles down on plans to redevelop the enclave
cnn.com/2025/02/09/politics/trump-gaza-real-estate/
US House speaker to pursue 'one big bill' on Trump's tax agenda: The U.S. House of Representatives speaker said on Sunday he would stick with a "one big bill" ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-house-speaker-pursue-one-big-bill-trumps-tax-agenda-2025-02-09/
Egypt announces emergency Arab summit after Trump's Gaza plan infuriates key allies
cnbc.com/2025/02/09/egypt-announces-emergency-arab-summit-after-trumps-gaza-plan-infuriates-key-allies.html
JD Vance Criticizes Judge After DOGE Is Blocked From Treasury Department: "Judges aren't allowed to control the executive's legitimate power."
huffpost.com/entry/jd-vance-criticizes-judge-doge-blocked-from-treasury-department_n_67a8d9a0e4b0e4329f118a16
Quick Glance: JD Vance Critiques Judge for Blocking DOGE Access
- Vice President JD Vance criticized a judge for blocking the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing Treasury Department data.
- Vance stated that judges are not permitted to control the executive's legitimate power, drawing parallels to military and prosecutorial authority.
- Elon Musk, head of DOGE, supported Vance's remarks on social media.
- The judge's order followed a lawsuit from 19 state attorneys alleging that DOGE's access to the Treasury's payment system violated federal law.
US homeland secretary working with Musk to improve efficiency, she says on CNN
reuters.com/world/us/us-homeland-secretary-working-with-musk-improve-efficiency-she-says-cnn-2025-02-09/
Democratic senator open to government shutdown as protest of Trump moves: Sen. Kim said Sunday the country is
axios.com/2025/02/09/trump-government-shutdown-andy-kim
Vance challenges courts, suggests they are going too far: Vice President Vance challenged the judges who are pushing back on President Trump’s executive orders ...
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Trump 2.0 initial approval ratings higher than in first term: Two polls include the highest ratings of Trump's presidential career.
axios.com/2025/02/09/trump-approval-ratings-poll
Eloise Brown is going to the Super Bowl 🥹
The longtime Eagles fan has had the chance to meet and hang out with the team. “I held some of them ... Show more
Sen. Andy Kim: Democrats are ready to shut down government over Trump actions
thehill.com/homenews/5134820-andy-kim-democrats-government-shutdown-trump/
‘Most corrupt, least competent’: Elon Musk demands ‘impeachment’ of judge who blocked DOGE’s Treasury access
wionews.com/world/most-corrupt-least-competent-elon-musk-demands-impeachment-of-judge-who-blocked-doge-treasury-access-8705333
Elon Musk’s Mom Strutted Her Stuff at New York Fashion Week: The 76-year-old closed the Juzui show.
thedailybeast.com/elon-musks-mom-maye-strutted-her-stuff-at-new-york-fashion-week/
Reining in rogue bureaucracy: In a sweeping effort to streamline US federal government operations, President Donald Trump established the Department of ...
ekathimerini.com/opinion/1260762/reining-in-rogue-bureaucracy/
Trump Set to Attend Super Bowl: President Trump is planning to attend the Super Bowl in New Orleans on Sunday, which would make him the first sitting president ...
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Justin Trudeau reportedly says Trump’s talk of making Canada a US state is 'a real thing'
apnews.com/article/canada-us-tariffs-trudeau-trump-5cfe160c66f90b973d90ea7810cddbe5
Quick Glance: Trudeau Discusses Trump's Desire for Canadian Annexation
- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated at an economic summit in Toronto that he believes U.S. President Donald Trump is sincere in wanting to annex Canada for access to critical minerals.
- Trudeau highlighted the need to dismantle internal trade barriers to enhance economic exchange within Canada and reduce dependency on the U.S.
- The threat of U.S. tariffs compels Canada to act swiftly to restore business confidence and diversify its economy.
- Ministers Steven MacKinnon and Anita Anand emphasized that Canada remains sovereign and firmly rejects any notion of annexation.
Democratic senator says his party is ready to shut down government over Trump’s actions
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J.D. Vance Says Trump Can Ignore Judges: Vice President J.D. Vance claimed, "Judges aren't allowed to control the executive's legitimate power ...
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/jd-vance-trump-can-ignore-judges-1235261430/
Trump's national security adviser: 'I don't think there's any plans to invade Canada'
nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-national-security-adviser-no-plans-invade-canada-waltz-rcna191374
South Africa condemns Trump 'propaganda' after US freezes aid
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Friends star David Schwimmer urges Elon Musk to remove Kanye West from X after 'hate-filled, ignorant' comments
news.sky.com/story/friends-star-david-schwimmer-urges-elon-musk-to-remove-kanye-west-from-x-after-hate-filled-ignorant-comments-13305867
Musk claims US Treasury annually pays $100 billion to unidentified individuals: World: Elon Musk claims the US Treasury pays $billion annually to unknown ...
wionews.com/world/musk-claims-us-treasury-annually-pays-100-billion-to-unidentified-individuals-8704233
Inside the Trump administration hiring process where hundreds of applicants are rejected for lack of loyalty
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-hiring-process-maga-loyalty-b2694756.html
Musk’s Teenage DOGE Minion Was Once Fired for Leaking Employer’s Secrets: A report reveals Edward Coristine, the youngest of Elon Musk’s DOGE whiz kids ...
thedailybeast.com/musks-teenage-doge-minion-edward-coristine-was-once-fired-for-leaking-employers-secrets/
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Musk suggests federal judges who stymie DOGE should be impeached: 'A corrupt judge protecting corruption'
nypost.com/2025/02/09/us-news/musk-suggests-federal-judges-who-stop-doge-should-be-impeached/
Trump Says He’s Firing Kennedy Center Board of Trustees Members and Naming Himself Chairman
time.com/7214100/trump-says-hes-firing-kennedy-center-board-of-trustees-members-and-naming-himself-chairman/
Quick Glance: Trump Appoints Himself Head of Kennedy Center Board
- President Trump announced the firing of members of the Kennedy Center board and named himself chairman.
- He intends to dictate programming, specifically ending events featuring drag performers.
- The Kennedy Center stated it had not received official communication regarding board changes from the White House.
- Drag artists condemned Trump's actions as censorship, raising concerns about freedom of expression in the arts.
Quick Glance: Trump Plans Return to Plastic Straws
- President Trump announced plans for an executive order to halt the shift to single-use plastics in federal agencies.
- He criticized paper straws as ineffective, making the announcement in a post on Truth Social.
- Trump's disdain for paper straws was evident during his 2020 campaign, where he highlighted their inadequacy.
- Plastic straws significantly contribute to ocean pollution, posing threats to marine life.
Heartland, nostalgia and AI: Super Bowl advertisers mine America's past and future
reuters.com/business/heartland-nostalgia-ai-super-bowl-advertisers-mine-americas-past-future-2025-02-09/
US judge temporarily blocks Elon Musk's DOGE from accessing payment systems: US District Court Judge Paul Engelmayer cited the risk that sensitive data could be ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-02-09/brk-judge-blocks-musk-s-doge-from-accessing-payment-systems/104915000
Quick Glance: Federal Judge Blocks DOGE Access to Sensitive Data
- A federal judge has blocked Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing sensitive Treasury Department data.
- The lawsuit, filed by 19 Democratic attorneys general, claims the Trump administration unlawfully granted DOGE access to a central payment system.
- The court ordered the immediate destruction of all copied sensitive data and scheduled a hearing for February 14.
- Concerns have been raised regarding the security implications and the powers DOGE has gained through access to confidential information.
Trudeau says powering AI without compromising climate change is a G7 priority: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in Paris Sunday, where he's scheduled to take ...
globalnews.ca/news/11011068/trudeau-paris-artificial-intelligence-summit/
Invade, inspect, destroy: US President Trump gives Elon Musk a completely free hand with the authorities
n-tv.de/politik/Eindringen-pruefen-zerstoeren-US-Praesident-Trump-gibt-Elon-Musk-in-den-Behoerden-voellig-freie-Hand-article25548900.html
NFL makes decision on Black National Anthem at Super Bowl with Trump attending : It will be interesting to see what the president says about the decision.
pennlive.com/sports/2025/02/nfl-makes-decision-on-black-national-anthem-at-super-bowl-with-trump-attending.html
From bagels to 'Canadianos,' Trump tariff threat inspires symbolic acts of patriotism
ctvnews.ca/business/article/from-bagels-to-canadianos-trump-tariff-threat-inspires-symbolic-acts-of-patriotism/
Donald Trump is set to become the first sitting US president to attend the Super Bowl. 🏈
But did you know that when his goals were more modest than becoming ... Show more
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US President's revenge campaign: Trump also withdraws Blinken's security clearance
spiegel.de/ausland/usa-donald-trump-entzieht-auch-antony-blinken-sicherheitsfreigabe-a-2c73777f-e1f1-44d5-a4dc-09e3cd99b4a4
Reckoning with Biden and Blinken: Trump's first weeks are "definitely a campaign of revenge"
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Trumps-erste-Wochen-sind-definitiv-ein-Rachefeldzug-article25549079.html
Independent media in Russia, Ukraine lose their funding with USAID freeze
washingtonpost.com/world/2025/02/07/ukraine-russia-independent-media-trump-usaid/
Ramaphosa fires back at Trump’s executive order, rejects claims of ‘race-based discrimination’ in SA
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-02-09-ramaphosa-fires-back-at-trumps-executive-order/
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Israel PM says 'we'll do the job' of executing Trump Gaza plan: WASHINGTON: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has hailed United States President Donald ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/israel-gaza-trump-move-palestinians-plan-netanyahu-supportive-middle-east-criticism-4926856
Tsunami advisory issued after magnitude 7.6 earthquake hits Caribbean: World News | Understand the tsunami threat to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands ...
wionews.com/world/tsunami-advisory-issued-after-magnitude-76-earthquake-hits-caribbean-8703586
Quick Glance: Powerful Earthquake Shakes the Caribbean
- A magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck the western Caribbean on Saturday night, prompting a tsunami advisory for the Cayman Islands.
- The Cayman Islands later issued an 'all clear' as no tsunami was observed and no significant damage was reported.
- Although initially measured at 8.0, the USGS later downgraded the quake to 7.6, noting 'little or no population' was exposed to the shaking.
- The USGS indicated that large earthquakes at this tectonic boundary are expected, citing ten magnitude 6 or greater quakes in the last century.
Elon Musk says he is not interested in buying TikTok: Musk made his comments in late January at a conference hosted by the top boss of German media empire Axel ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/billionaire-musk-says-not-interested-acquiring-tiktok-2025-02-08/
Quick Glance: Musk Declares Lack of Interest in TikTok Purchase
- Elon Musk stated he is not interested in buying TikTok.
- He has not made a bid for the popular short-video app and has no plans for acquisition.
- The U.S. government continues to face national security concerns regarding TikTok, while Trump suggests an upcoming decision on its potential sale.
- TikTok announced it would allow U.S. users to download the app through alternative methods to bypass restrictions.
[EXCLUSIVE] US Embassy in Seoul says it won’t fly Pride flag: The U.S. Embassy in Seoul has vowed not to display flags affiliated with liberal activism such as a ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2025/02/120_391834.html
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Quick Glance: US Embassy in Seoul Ends LGBTQ+ Flag Displays
- The U.S. Embassy in Seoul will no longer fly flags associated with liberal activism, including the rainbow flag for sexual minorities.
- This marks a return to the policy under President Donald Trump, which permits only the display of the U.S. flag.
- A new law states that only the U.S. flag is authorized for public display at U.S. facilities, both domestically and abroad.
- Previously, the embassy displayed the rainbow flag during Pride Month 2022 under the Biden administration, which received some criticism in South Korea.
Pete Hegseth rips former Fox News colleague and calls out ‘fake news’ for her sharing of factual information
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/pete-hegseth-fox-news-fake-news-b2694657.html
"Get the son of a bitch off the field": The perfidious Trump show reaches its grand climax
n-tv.de/sport/Die-perfide-Trump-Show-erfaehrt-ihre-grosse-Kroenung-article25549741.html
The Recruitment Effort That Helped Build Elon Musk’s DOGE Army: At least three individuals associated with Palantir or its cofounder Peter Thiel were involved in ...
wired.com/story/elon-musk-doge-recruiting-palantir/
From boom to correction: 5 reasons Florida’s housing market has weakened: Condo prices are declining in 92% of Florida's housing markets, while single-family ...
fastcompany.com/91272894/housing-market-5-reasons-florida-housing-market-has-weakened
Trump's government shakeup may test Supreme Court's role as firewall
reuters.com/legal/us-supreme-court-girds-trump-cases-can-it-be-an-effective-firewall-2025-02-07/
Quick Glance: Judges Temporarily Halt Trump's Policy Changes
- President Trump's efforts to reshape the federal government are facing legal challenges.
- Over thirty lawsuits have been filed against his actions, resulting in temporary court orders against several initiatives.
- Despite unfavorable rulings, there is potential for Trump to prevail in higher courts.
- The Trump administration argues that their actions are legal and views legal challenges as attempts to undermine public support.
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