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Trump could end Day 1 with a one-man Cabinet - POLITICO: Only Rubio appears to be on track for a Jan. 20 confirmation.
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President Donald Trump makes history as first U.S. sitting president to attend Super Bowl - UPI.com
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Trump touts 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports: Trump said he'd also announce "reciprocal tariffs" later this week.
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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.
WATCH: Trump declares Feb. 9 'Gulf of America Day' on flight to Super Bowl
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Quick Glance: Trump Proclaims Gulf of America Day During Super Bowl Flight
- President Trump announced the renaming of February 9 as 'Gulf of America Day' while flying to the Super Bowl.
- In an interview, Trump reiterated his desire to annex Canada as the 51st state to address a $200 billion annual trade loss.
- Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau acknowledged that Trump's plans are linked to accessing Canada's natural resources and are considered serious.
- Trump also revealed intentions to impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Canada and Mexico, alongside other trade measures.
Donald Trump says annexing Canada is ‘a real thing’: President Donald Trump said he is serious about wanting Canada to become the 51st state in an interview that ...
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Trump Suggests Musk Found ‘Irregularities’ in US Treasuries: President Donald Trump suggested that Elon Musk’s government efficiency team has found ...
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Vance and Musk attack judicial authority as Trump's agenda gets pushback from courts
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Quick Glance: Trump Administration Challenges Judicial Authority
- Top officials in the Trump administration are questioning the judiciary's authority as the president's agenda faces increasing court resistance.
- Elon Musk and Vice President JD Vance criticized a federal judge's ruling that blocked Musk's access to Treasury records.
- Musk called for the impeachment of the judge and suggested the administration might defy the court order.
- Democrats are alarmed by the administration's actions, viewing them as a serious constitutional crisis that threatens democracy.
Trump Approval Rating High, CBS Survey Shows: More than half of US adults say they approve of the job President Donald Trump is doing in his first month in ...
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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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Trump administration orders consumer protection agency to stop work, closes building
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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.
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 ...
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Afrikaner groups in South Africa decline Trump’s resettlement plan: President Donald Trump offered refugee status and resettlement in the United States to ...
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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.
Trump 2.0 initial approval ratings higher than in first term: Two polls include the highest ratings of Trump's presidential career.
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'No thanks': White South Africans turn down Trump's immigration offer: The ANC says Trump is amplifying misinformation propagated by an Afrikaner-led group.
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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 ...
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- The future of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is in jeopardy following suggestions from Elon Musk and Donald Trump to shut it down.
- USAID's website has been down since Saturday, and many employees have been placed on leave, while Musk has reportedly gained access to sensitive agency information.
- Critics warn that dismantling USAID could lead to catastrophic humanitarian consequences for millions globally.
- Accusations against USAID are deemed misinformation, highlighting the dangers of Musk's access to classified information and potential harm to national security.
Trump defends Elon Musk as 'terrific' during Super Bowl interview: President Trump calls federal courts blocking Elon Musk "crazy," and predicted the Kansas City ...
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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 ...
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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.
More Than 800K Have Lost $2B on Trump’s Meme Coin: The token’s price has crashed from $75 to $17.
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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.
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 ...
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Noem says she would recommend Trump ‘get rid’ of FEMA: Trump has launched a review of FEMA, which has faced conspiracy-fueled criticisms amid recovery from last ...
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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.
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.
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Afghans who worked with US should be exempt from aid, refugee freeze, advocacy group says
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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 ...
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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.
Jets Part Ways With Aaron Rodgers After Two Seasons: The 41-year-old’s recent controversies may have contributed to his dismissal.
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Trump to Revoke Security Clearances for Antony Blinken, Letitia James and Alvin Bragg
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How Trump’s Tariff Threats Tore the U.S.-Canada Bond: Patriotic sentiment is bursting in Canada after President Trump’s threat to apply hefty tariffs and even ...
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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.
‘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 ...
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Super Bowl Ad Will Feature Trump’s Near-Death Experience: The Secret Service tapped action movie director Michael Bay to shoot a $2-million recruitment ad.
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Democratic senator says his party is ready to shut down government over Trump’s actions
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Elon Musk’s Mom Strutted Her Stuff at New York Fashion Week: The 76-year-old closed the Juzui show.
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Democratic senator open to government shutdown as protest of Trump moves: Sen. Kim said Sunday the country is
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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 ...
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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.
Musk calls to impeach judge whose order blocks DOGE from Treasury systems access: Musk wants to impeach a federal judge after an order temporarily restricts his ...
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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 ...
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JD Vance Suggests Judges ‘Aren't Allowed’ To Control Trump After Courts Block His Policies
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Here’s Who Made the Cut for Trump’s Super Bowl Posse: The presidential jet is packed with VIPs as Trump heads to New Orleans for the Super Bowl.
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Donald Trump revokes security clearance for Joe Biden: President delivers payback for having his own privileges pulled by predecessor over January 6 riots
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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.
Dems will shut down federal government if needed to stop Trump from dismantling it, says Sen. Andy Kim of New Jersey
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Egypt announces emergency Arab summit after Trump's Gaza plan infuriates key allies
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Trump Says U.S. Will Impose 25% Tariffs On Steel And Aluminum Imports: “Any steel coming into the United States is going to have a 25% tariff ...
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'He's Building a Concentration Camp': Fears Grow as Images Emerge of Offshore Prison at Gitmo
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Musk suggests federal judges who stymie DOGE should be impeached: 'A corrupt judge protecting corruption'
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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.
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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 ...
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Trump says he’s firing Kennedy Center board of trustees members and naming himself chairman
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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.
The big picture on Trump might be darker than anyone realizes: All signs point to President Trump and Elon Musk rapidly expanding their power until there are few ...
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Trump pauses tariffs on millions of low-value packages from China: President Donald Trump has paused imposing tariffs on small-value packages arriving from China ...
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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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Trump to give Super Bowl message, pledges Elon Musk will probe military and Education
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Trump’s trans order isn’t about sports, it’s about a bully targeting vulnerable victims
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Trump Hits the Links With Tiger Woods Before Super Bowl : The president and the golf champion have been friendly for years.
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Crossed wires: Why Trump refugee offer is daft and dangerous
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South Africa condemns Trump 'propaganda' after US freezes aid
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Inside the Trump administration hiring process where hundreds of applicants are rejected for lack of loyalty
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Ramaphosa fires back at Trump’s executive order, rejects claims of ‘race-based discrimination’ in SA
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Judge bans Musk's DOGE from accessing Treasury payments - UPI.com: A federal judge early Saturday blocked Elon Musk's Department of Government ...
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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.
Bezos and Musk won’t be this powerful forever—history says so: Tech billionaires hold too much cultural sway today. But that could quickly change.
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From bagels to 'Canadianos,' Trump tariff threat inspires symbolic acts of patriotism
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“You Don’t Own Gaza, Donald Trump”: Palestinians Vow to Remain and Rebuild: Palestinians from Gaza responded with outrage to Trump’s proposal to expel them from ...
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[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 ...
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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.
Japan PM Ishiba, after meeting Trump, voices optimism over averting tariffs: Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed optimism on Sunday that his country ...
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Quick Glance: Ishiba and Trump: Focus on Strategic Partnership
- Japan's Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru met with President Donald Trump in Washington to enhance bilateral relations.
- The discussions covered security and economic cooperation, particularly regarding North Korea and China.
- Ishiba emphasized Japan's significant investments in the US economy and explored potential LNG purchases as part of energy collaboration.
- Experts anticipate Ishiba will need to address defense spending to meet the expectations of the Trump administration.
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" ...
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Trump: 'Released hostages looked like Holocaust survivors': Or Levy, Ohad Ben Ami, and Eli Sharabi appeared on Saturday morning, looking very frail with sunken ...
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Germany’s Record Trade Surplus With US Set to Stoke Tensions: Germany’s goods-trade surplus with the US hit a new high last year, a development that’s likely to ...
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Trump halts aid to South Africa citing new land law: President Trump signed an executive order formally halting all aid to South Africa and urged his Cabinet to ...
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Revisiting Trump and Taylor Swift’s Tense History as They Both Attend the Super Bowl
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Quick Glance: Trump and Swift: Tensions at the Super Bowl
- At Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, President Donald Trump and musician Taylor Swift are both present, despite their complicated history.
- Swift publicly criticized Trump for his political views and actions, particularly during the protests following George Floyd's death.
- Tensions escalated as Swift endorsed Biden over Trump, and Trump referred to Swift as 'beautiful but liberal.'
- Recent events include Swift's official endorsement of Kamala Harris and Trump's negative remarks about her, further intensifying their fraught relationship.
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 ...
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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.
Trump dismisses Archivist of the United States: President Trump dismissed Archivist of the United States Colleen Shogan, a decision he previewed a month earlier ...
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Trump's government shakeup may test Supreme Court's role as firewall
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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.
Trump's record number of executive orders are testing the limits of presidential power
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Trump Enrages Christian MAGA By Naming ‘Heretic’ Pastor to White House: Trump’s preacher of choice goes too far for some evangelicals.
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Should GOP lawmakers always support Trump? Most Republican voters say no, poll finds
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'Trump is greatest friend Israel has ever had,' Netanyahu says in exclusive interview
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Trump Taxes Target Sports Owners: These Billionaires Could Be Hit Hardest: President has threatened to end ‘all special tax breaks for billionaire sports team ...
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NIH to cut billions from overheads in biomedical research : President Trump's administration has announced it will slash billions of dollars in overheads for ...
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Quick Glance: NIH Cuts Indirect Costs, Sparks Major Concerns
- The NIH has reduced the maximum indirect cost rate for research institutions to 15%, a move seen as disastrous.
- Research institutions may struggle to finance their infrastructure, jeopardizing research capabilities.
- Scientists warn that this could undermine the U.S.'s competitiveness in global research.
- U.S. Senator Patty Murray called the cut illegal, emphasizing the need for funding to support groundbreaking medical discoveries.
Trump Voters Angry at ‘Chaos’: ‘Not What We Signed Up For’: Consumer confidence is down in the face of instability from the White House.
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