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Opinion: Harris is leading Iowa, thanks to a totally overlooked group of voters: The shocking results from Ann Selzer's Iowa poll underscore how much American ...
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Why Outlier Poll Showing Harris Winning Iowa Could Spell Trouble For Trump: Trump trails Harris by three points, after leading her by four in the group’s ...
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Shock poll: Harris grabs last-minute Iowa lead over Trump: Harris has a 20 percentage point lead over Trump among women.
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Who Is Ann Selzer? Why Her Shock Iowa Poll Matters: A jaw-dropping Des Moines Register/Mediacom poll by famed pollster J. Ann Selzer shows Harris three points ...
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US election analysis: Eye-opening Iowa poll shows shift to Kamala Harris in key swing state
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Watch live view of White House as bombshell Iowa poll gives Harris three point lead
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Who Is Ann Selzer? Pollster's Record as Iowa Poll Shows Kamala Harris Ahead: Selzer, who accurately predicted Donald Trump's 2016 and 2020 Iowa wins ...
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Harris tops Trump in Iowa in latest Des Moines Register poll: The poll of 808 likely voters, who were surveyed Oct. 28-31, has Harris leading Trump 47%-44% in ...
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Bombshell Iowa poll puts Harris ahead of Trump in state he won twice: The Trump campaign has branded the respected Selzer poll for the Des Moins Register an ...
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Ann Selzer Responds to Iowa Poll Backlash: Donald Trump lashed out at Ann Selzer after her poll found he'd lose Iowa, calling her a "Trump hater."
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Famed Pollster Defends Shock Iowa Poll Showing Harris Trouncing Trump: “[Abortion] has gotten people interested in voting,” Ann Selzer said on MSNBC.
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Harris takes unexpected last-minute lead over Trump in Iowa Poll: Another poll from Emerson College released Saturday showed Trump with a 10-point lead in the ...
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Pollster Behind Shock Iowa Poll Hits Back at Trump’s Attacks: The former president called J. Ann Selzer one of his “enemies” after results showed him falling ...
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Opinion: Harris is leading Iowa, thanks to a totally overlooked group of voters: The shocking results from Ann Selzer's Iowa poll underscore how much American ...
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Why Outlier Poll Showing Harris Winning Iowa Could Spell Trouble For Trump: Trump trails Harris by three points, after leading her by four in the group’s ...
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Shock poll: Harris grabs last-minute Iowa lead over Trump: Harris has a 20 percentage point lead over Trump among women.
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Who Is Ann Selzer? Why Her Shock Iowa Poll Matters: A jaw-dropping Des Moines Register/Mediacom poll by famed pollster J. Ann Selzer shows Harris three points ...
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US election analysis: Eye-opening Iowa poll shows shift to Kamala Harris in key swing state
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Watch live view of White House as bombshell Iowa poll gives Harris three point lead
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Who Is Ann Selzer? Pollster's Record as Iowa Poll Shows Kamala Harris Ahead: Selzer, who accurately predicted Donald Trump's 2016 and 2020 Iowa wins ...
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Harris tops Trump in Iowa in latest Des Moines Register poll: The poll of 808 likely voters, who were surveyed Oct. 28-31, has Harris leading Trump 47%-44% in ...
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Bombshell Iowa poll puts Harris ahead of Trump in state he won twice: The Trump campaign has branded the respected Selzer poll for the Des Moins Register an ...
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Ann Selzer Responds to Iowa Poll Backlash: Donald Trump lashed out at Ann Selzer after her poll found he'd lose Iowa, calling her a "Trump hater."
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Famed Pollster Defends Shock Iowa Poll Showing Harris Trouncing Trump: “[Abortion] has gotten people interested in voting,” Ann Selzer said on MSNBC.
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Harris takes unexpected last-minute lead over Trump in Iowa Poll: Another poll from Emerson College released Saturday showed Trump with a 10-point lead in the ...
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Donald Trump: TIME's Editor-in-Chief explains why Donald Trump was chosen as the 2024 Person of the Year.
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Trump insists Musk will put country before company: Investors think the "First Buddy" will profit from the relationship anyway.
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk Hits Historic $400 Billion Wealth Milestone
- Elon Musk became the first person to surpass $400 billion in net worth according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
- An insider share sale from SpaceX contributed to a $50 billion increase in his wealth, making it the most valuable private startup.
- Tesla shares have surged approximately 65% since Donald Trump's election, while Musk's AI startup xAI has more than doubled in value to $50 billion.
- SpaceX has secured nearly $19.8 billion in federal contracts since 2008, and support from the Trump administration is expected to continue.
Mitch McConnell Says Trump Win Puts Americans In A 'Very Dangerous World': The GOP's outgoing Senate leader said he plans to spend his final two years in office ...
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Quick Glance: McConnell: Trump's Victory Endangers Americans
- Senator Mitch McConnell stated that Donald Trump's victory puts Americans in a "very dangerous world."
- He intends to spend his final two years in the Senate opposing the growing isolationist tendencies within the GOP.
- McConnell criticized Trump's stance on foreign intervention, emphasizing that the cost of deterrence is less than the cost of war.
- Despite his personal dislike for Trump, McConnell supports him as the Republican presidential nominee and plans not to seek reelection.
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Quick Glance: Meta donates $1 million to Trump’s inauguration fund
- The company Meta has contributed $1 million to the inaugural fund of President-elect Donald Trump to cultivate a favorable relationship with the upcoming administration.
- This contribution follows a dinner in November between Trump and CEO Mark Zuckerberg and marks a shift from Meta's previous interactions with Trump's administration.
- Despite the reinstatement of Trump's accounts in 2023, he has continued to express discontent towards Zuckerberg, who is now seeking to enhance ties with Trump.
- Zuckerberg referred to Trump as 'badass' and apologized for earlier misunderstandings, aiming to foster a stronger collaboration.
What Trump is doing to Trudeau is a tried-and-true humiliation tactic: The president-elect enjoys demeaning people, and the leader of the government of America’s ...
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Trump selects Kimberly Guilfoyle for U.S. ambassador to Greece: Guilfoyle is a former Fox News host who was engaged to the president-elect's oldest son.
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Quick Glance: Trump Jr. Praises Guilfoyle for Ambassador Role
- Donald Trump Jr. congratulated Kimberly Guilfoyle on her nomination as ambassador to Greece, without addressing breakup rumors.
- He called her a proud American and an excellent leader for the America First agenda.
- Guilfoyle, who has worked as a prosecutor and media host, lacks experience in foreign policy or diplomacy.
- She expressed her honor in accepting the nomination and pledged to support the Trump agenda and strengthen relations with Greece.
Opinion | Birthright citizenship is a constitutional right: If you’re born in America, you’re an American, whether the president likes it or not.
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Quick Glance: Trump's Authoritarian Redefinition of US Citizenship
- President Trump plans to eliminate birthright citizenship and deport citizens alongside their undocumented family members.
- The 14th Amendment is intended to establish that all born in the U.S. are citizens, contradicting Republican lawmakers like Senator Mike Lee, who seek to undermine this meaning.
- Lee's interpretation allows Congress to define citizenship, which directly opposes the original intent of the law.
- Redefining citizenship is a key goal of the Trump administration and a common tactic of authoritarian movements to reshape electoral representation.
Trump says Kari Lake will be next Voice of America director: "Kari was a beloved News Anchor in Anchor in Arizona, which supported me by record margins ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Appoints Kari Lake as Voice of America Director
- Donald Trump has appointed Kari Lake, a former news anchor and hardline Republican, as the director of Voice of America.
- Lake, who recently lost the Senate race in Arizona, will ensure that American values are broadcast internationally in a fair and accurate manner.
- She is a strong Trump supporter and has echoed his unfounded claims of election fraud from 2020.
- Trump previously clashed with VOA, accusing it of promoting Chinese propaganda during his presidency.
Trump will be honoured as Time's Person of the Year and ring the New York Stock Exchange bell
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Elon Musk calls Trudeau 'insufferable' after remark on Kamala Harris defeat: Billionaire Elon Musk called Canada’s prime minister an “insufferable tool” on his ...
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Trump picks Don Jr. fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle as ambassador to Greece: Although the couple's relationship has been rumored to be on the rocks ...
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Quick Glance: Trump's Cabinet Selections and Key Appointments
- President Trump announced a list of Cabinet and key positions he aims to fill in his upcoming administration.
- The confirmation processes are likely to be smoother due to the Republican majority in the Senate, even for controversial nominees like Pete Hegseth and Tulsi Gabbard.
- Notable nominees include Michael J. Rigas as deputy secretary of state and Kari Lake as director of Voice of America.
- Trump also intends to appoint close allies and supporters like Kimberly Guilfoyle and Ronald Johnson to significant ambassadorial roles.
Joe Rogan Knocked Off Top Spot by Surprising New Podcaster: Kylie Kelce, the wife of former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, has overtaken Rogan as the No ...
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Doug Ford warns of ‘cutting off their energy’ to retaliate against tariffs by Donald Trump
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Donald Trump Invites China’s Xi Jinping to Inauguration, CBS Says: US President-elect Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Invites Xi to Inauguration Ceremony
- Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to his inauguration on January 20, 2025.
- If Xi accepts, it would be the first time a foreign leader attends a U.S. presidential inauguration.
- Trump is also considering inviting other world leaders, including Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
- Inviting foreign heads of state to inaugurations is rare, with no such attendance recorded since 1874.
Trump Is Starting to Walk Back His Vow to Bring Down Grocery Prices: Donald Trump didn't seem so sure that he could bring grocery prices down in an ...
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FBI Director Chris Wray to resign following Trump nomination of Patel: FBI Director Chris Wray will step down from his post early next year, he said on Wednesday ...
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Quick Glance: FBI Director Chris Wray Resigns Ahead of Trump Transition
- Chris Wray announced his resignation as FBI Director effective at the transition to the Trump administration.
- His decision follows Trump's signals to fire him, with Wray stating his resignation is in the Bureau's best interest.
- Trump hailed Wray's resignation as a 'great day for America' and endorsed Kash Patel as his replacement.
- Concerns about the FBI's future were raised by senators and the FBI Agents Association, while Patel's confirmation would mean significant changes to the bureau.
Caitlin Clark named Time's 2024 Athlete of the Year: The Indiana Fever star helped elevate WNBA viewership to a new level.
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Quick Glance: Megyn Kelly sharply criticizes Caitlin Clark
- Caitlin Clark was named TIME's 2024 Athlete of the Year and discussed racial issues in women's basketball.
- Megyn Kelly expressed her disgust on X regarding Clark's comments on white privilege, labeling them condescending and sad.
- Clark acknowledged her hard work for success while recognizing her privilege as a white player in the league.
- The rivalry between Clark and Angel Reese is frequently highlighted, though Clark insists they maintain a respectful competition.
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Quick Glance: Trump Plans to Leverage Ukraine Aid Against Russia
- Donald Trump intends to use US support for Ukraine as leverage in negotiations with Russia to end the war.
- He expressed criticism towards Ukraine for missile strikes on Russian targets, cautioning against escalating the conflict.
- Trump aims for a diplomatic resolution that may involve Ukraine conceding territory occupied by Russia.
- His upcoming policy decisions and discussions with foreign leaders suggest a significant shift in US strategy.
Donald Trump will be honored as Time’s Person of the Year: It's the latest chapter in the businessman-turned-politician's love-hate relationship with ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Honored as Time's Person of the Year
- Donald Trump was recognized by Time Magazine as Person of the Year and rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange.
- Time's editor, Sam Jacobs, noted Trump's significant influence on news and politics in 2024.
- Trump discussed his campaign strategies and intentions to pardon individuals convicted from the January 6 Capitol riot.
- He also expressed views on potential military involvement in mass deportations and concerns regarding the economic impacts of his policies.
'Crushing Blow to the Labor Agenda' as Manchin, Sinema Block Biden NLRB Nominee: "These two senators effectively handed Trump control of the board when his ...
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Quick Glance: Senators Manchin and Sinema Undermine Biden's Agenda
- Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin voted against the re-nomination of Lauren McFerran to the National Labor Relations Board.
- This decision allows the incoming Trump administration to take control of the labor agency and weaken workers' rights.
- Sinema voted against McFerran despite not having voted since before Thanksgiving, while Manchin arrived late to cast the deciding vote.
- Both senators have repeatedly acted against Democratic interests and appear to be positioning themselves for future corporate opportunities.
Don Jr. & Kimberly Guilfoyle Break Up, Greece Hardest Hit: Don Jr. and Kimberly Guilfoyle break up, Greece hardest hit. Guilfoyle was named U.S ...
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Biden commutes about 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 people convicted of non-violent crimes in historic single-day act of clemency
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Trump nominates India critic Harmeet Dhillon as Assistant Attorney General: A Sikh-American, Dhillon was born in Chandigarh before her parents moved to the US ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Appoints Dhillon for Key Justice Department Role
- Harmeet Dhillon, a prominent San Francisco attorney, was nominated by Trump as assistant attorney general for civil rights.
- Dhillon is known for her legal battles against 'Cancel Culture' and her strong advocacy for civil rights.
- Her conservative views have sparked controversy, particularly regarding LGBTQ rights and education policies.
- Her nomination may raise questions about her past cases and political loyalty.
Netanyahu finalist for TIME Person of the Year 2024: The 2024 shortlist for TIME magazine's Person of the Year also includes Princess Kate of Wales and Meta ...
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Defends Himself in Corruption Trial
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took the stand for the first time in his corruption trial, criticizing the media.
- He accused journalists of targeting him for his security policies while concurrently leading the country during the Gaza conflict.
- Netanyahu faces charges of bribery and fraud, denying any wrongdoing.
- His legal issues have divided the Israeli public, with political tensions escalating amid ongoing conflict.
USA: RFK Jr. wants to prove that the CIA murdered John F. Kennedy: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. hopes that Trump will appoint his daughter-in-law as deputy CIA chief ...
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Quick Glance: Nobel Laureates Oppose Robert F. Kennedy's Confirmation
- A coalition of over 75 Nobel laureates has urged the U.S. Senate to reject Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Secretary of Health.
- The laureates claim that Kennedy's opposition to established public health measures presents a significant risk to public health.
- Concerns were raised regarding Kennedy's promotion of conspiracy theories and his lack of qualifications for the role.
- The scientific community reacted with astonishment given Kennedy's past actions, including his involvement in a severe measles outbreak in Samoa.
75 Nobel laureates warn: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. must not become US Secretary of Health and Human Services
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Quick Glance: Scientists Raise Alarm Over Robert Kennedy Jr.
- Over 75 Nobel laureates express concerns regarding Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the future US Secretary of Health.
- They criticize his lack of qualifications and warn of his anti-science positions.
- Kennedy, an outspoken vaccine opponent, could jeopardize healthcare and weaken the USA's leadership in research.
- His nomination still requires Senate confirmation.
Trump vows fast permits for those investing $1 billion in U.S.: It’s unlikely Trump could make sweeping changes to the federal permitting reform system using ...
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YouTuber Legal Eagle sues FBI, DOJ for Trump investigation records: YouTuber Legal Eagle has filed a lawsuit against the FBI and the DOJ to make public their ...
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Matt Gaetz to join OANN with primetime talk show: His future had been an open question since he withdrew as President-elect Trump's attorney general pick.
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Quick Glance: Matt Gaetz Starts Show on One America News
- Former Congressman Matt Gaetz will host a primetime show on One America News starting in January.
- The show, titled 'The Matt Gaetz Show', will air weeknights at 9 p.m. ET and aims to position Gaetz as a voice for the Trump agenda.
- Despite his new role, Gaetz's reputation remains tarnished due to serious allegations of sexual misconduct that led to his congressional resignation.
- Gaetz has also hinted at a potential gubernatorial run in Florida in 2024.
Donald Trump named Time magazine's Person Of The Year: Donald Trump has been named Time magazine's Person Of The Year.
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Elon Musk calls Trudeau an 'insufferable tool' after PM's 'proud feminist' Trump jab
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The Story Behind TIME’s Donald Trump 2024 Person of the Year Cover: Platon on the experience of photographing Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago.
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Quick Glance: Trump on TIME's 2024 Person of the Year Cover
- Photographer Platon guided Donald Trump during the TIME shoot, discussing the symbolic use of an American flag.
- Platon, who has captured over 20 TIME covers since 2005, was chosen to photograph Trump as Person of the Year 2024.
- The shoot occurred after Trump's election victory, enveloped in an atmosphere of power and remembrance.
- Trump shared insights about his music playlist and the significance of kissing the flag, a moment captured by Platon.
Trump must be brought to justice in Manhattan cases, legal officials say: President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory doesn’t wipe his slate clean in ...
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Orbán calls Putin to discuss ending Ukraine war: The Hungarian and Russian leaders reportedly spoke about finding a diplomatic route to peace in Ukraine.
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Trump picks his personal lawyer Alina Habba to serve as presidential counselor: It's the latest example of Trump giving top administration roles to his ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Appoints Alina Habba as Presidential Counselor
- Donald Trump has appointed Alina Habba as counselor to the president.
- Trump praised Habba as a tireless advocate for justice and an invaluable advisor to his campaign team.
- Habba, recognized as a role model for women in law and politics, will work closely with Trump.
- She has defended Trump in several high-profile cases since 2021 and remains a steadfast member of his inner circle.
Trump still owes a $454 million civil fraud judgment to New York, state attorney general says
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Read the Full Transcript of Donald Trump’s 2024 Person of the Year Interview With TIME
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‘We need to be ready to fight,’ Ford says after meeting with Trudeau and premiers on Trump tariff threat
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Spain sceptical about Trump's intention to "end war in Ukraine in 24 hours": Spain’s Foreign Minister José Luis Albares stated that he does not find US ...
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Blinken faces GOP critics in Congress who say Afghanistan withdrawal ‘lit the world on fire’
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Trump says he’ll pardon Jan. 6 defendants in first hour back in White House: President-elect Trump says he intends to pardon “most” rioters accused or convicted ...
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Incoming US ambassador to Athens was critical of Greeks during crisis: US president-elect Donald Trump’s pick for the American ambassador to Athens was critical ...
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Zelensky concedes Ukraine lost 43,000 soldiers in war against Russia in rare admission
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Quick Glance: Zelenskyy Praises Trump as Putin's Fears
- Zelenskyy emphasized that Trump is one of the few leaders feared by Putin, urging international unity to end the war in Ukraine.
- After productive talks in Paris, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for Trump's resolve to conclude the conflict.
- Trump called for an immediate ceasefire and negotiations, while Zelenskyy opposed lowering the draft age, advocating for the equipment and training of existing brigades instead.
- Zelenskyy indicated openness to deploying Western troops in Ukraine to ensure security as part of a peace agreement.
John Fetterman Joins Truth Social, Calls for Trump Pardon: "The Trump hush money and Hunter Biden cases were both bull****, and pardons are appropriate ...
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Quick Glance: Fetterman Faces Backlash Over Trump Pardon Call
- Senator John Fetterman has faced backlash from progressives after calling for a pardon for Donald Trump.
- His appearance on Trump's platform Truth Social and support for Republican Elise Stefanik have sparked outrage among his supporters.
- Fetterman stated that he views the judicial actions against Trump and Hunter Biden as problematic and expressed a willingness to collaborate with Stefanik.
- While some conservatives praise Fetterman, progressive voices label him an opportunist who has strayed from his previous positions.
New York prosecutors say Trump's criminal conviction should stand: "President-elect immunity does not exist"
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Few Americans approve of Hunter Biden pardon: poll: President Biden's pardon of his son drew bipartisan backlash from lawmakers in Congress this month.
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Trump Gets High Marks For Transition Process In New Poll—But Lags Behind Previous Presidents
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Lara Trump says she's stepping down as RNC co-chair and considering Florida Senate seat bid
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Quick Glance: Lara Trump Resigns as RNC Co-Chair, Eyes Senate Seat
- Lara Trump will resign as co-chair of the Republican National Committee while exploring options with her father-in-law and the newly elected president.
- She is considering replacing Florida Senator Marco Rubio should he be confirmed as Secretary of State, which would lead to a vacancy in the Senate.
- Since becoming co-chair in March 2023, Trump has achieved significant goals and feels her time in the role has come to an end.
- She anticipates increased unity within the Republican Party and believes members will express their political views more boldly.
Trump ‘can’t guarantee’ tariffs won’t raise prices for consumers: President-elect Trump in a new interview that aired Sunday said he couldn’t guarantee Americans ...
thehill.com/business/5028926-trump-tariffs-raise-prices-consumers/
Quick Glance: Trump Stands Firm on Tariffs, Inflation Uncertain
- President Trump reaffirmed his plans to impose tariffs and boost oil production, despite potential impacts on consumers.
- His announcement to raise tariffs on major trading partners could lead to increased inflation, which was a critical factor in the elections.
- Trump dismissed economists' concerns about tariffs causing price hikes and admitted he could not guarantee prices will not rise.
- He also stated that he currently does not plan to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, aiming to signal stability.
Majority of Brexit voters ‘would accept free movement’ to access single market: Europe-wide polling finds UK and EU leaders now out of step with public opinion ...
theguardian.com/politics/2024/dec/12/majority-of-brexit-voters-would-accept-free-movement-to-access-single-market-uk-eu
Rob Schneider says he’s launching show to compete with ‘The View’: Actor Rob Schneider on Monday said he is launching a show to compete with “The View ...
thehill.com/homenews/media/5033305-rob-schneider-the-view/
Quick Glance: Rob Schneider Announces New Talk Show Rivaling 'The View'
- Rob Schneider has announced plans for a rival show to 'The View', produced by No Apologies Media.
- The new talk show is set to offer a humorous alternative and will avoid political discussions.
- Schneider stated that filming is expected to begin before Donald Trump's inauguration.
- He emphasized that the show aims to entertain everyone and steer clear of political controversies.
Trump says the U.S. ‘should have nothing to do with’ Syria. He’s right.: After the fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria, U.S. troops are staying put ...
msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/trump-syria-troops-assad-biden-rcna183781
Trump Reaches for Stars to Fill His Television Cabinet: This is Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the nation’s capital. Today ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-12-11/trump-reaches-for-stars-to-fill-his-television-cabinet
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More than half of voters ‘hopeful’ going into Trump’s 2nd term: Poll: More than half of voters are “hopeful” going into President-elect Trump’s second term in ...
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Trump picks hardline Republican Kari Lake to lead Voice of America: Lake, who has echoed Trump’s false claims about fraud at the 2020 election ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-trump-picks-hardline-republican-kari-lake-to-lead-voice-of-america/
Quick Glance: Biden Urges Supreme Court to Dismiss Climate Lawsuits
- The Biden administration is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to reject oil companies' attempts to block lawsuits from states regarding misinformation about climate change.
- Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar argued against the appeal by oil companies challenging a Hawaii Supreme Court ruling.
- She also contended that Republican-led states lack standing to sue Democratic states pursuing claims against energy companies.
- Prelogar emphasized that the argument from Republican states regarding federal regulation of emissions is unfounded and that they have no legitimate interest in the litigation.
Justin Trudeau suggests Canada will retaliate against Donald Trump’s tariffs: Trudeau did not specify how extensively his government would levy import duties on ...
thestar.com/politics/justin-trudeau-suggests-canada-will-retaliate-against-donald-trumps-tariffs/article_9b8effc4-b678-11ef-b507-13db8dc36899.html
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‘We Can’t Sit Back’: Canada’s Premiers Float Retaliatory Options Against Trump: Canada’s provincial premiers are helping to assemble a list of possible ...
bnnbloomberg.ca/business/2024/12/12/we-cant-sit-back-canadas-premiers-float-retaliatory-options-against-trump/
Trump picks Ron Johnson as ambassador to Mexico, leading to confusion, jokes in Wisconsin
jsonline.com/story/news/politics/2024/12/11/trump-names-ron-johnson-mexico-ambassador-its-not-wisconsin-senator/76918423007/
Quick Glance: Trump appoints Ferguson and Johnson to key roles
- Andrew Ferguson will serve as the new chair of the FTC, replacing Lina Khan, known for her rigorous antitrust actions against major tech firms.
- Ronald Johnson has been nominated as the U.S. ambassador to Mexico, while Kimberly Guilfoyle is set to be the ambassador to Greece.
- Ferguson's appointment suggests a potential easing of FTC scrutiny on corporate mergers, possibly reviving previously blocked deals.
- The nominations require Senate approval, and the FTC will continue to investigate the competitive practices of large technology companies.
Trump says he will look at pardoning Jan. 6 defendants on first day in office: He told NBC's Kristen Welker he will work "very quickly" and will ...
axios.com/2024/12/08/trump-pardon-jan-6-defendants-first-day
Poland’s Donald Tusk hits brake on Ukraine peacekeeping force: French President Emmanuel Macron’s truncated visit to Warsaw follows talks in Paris between Donald ...
politico.eu/article/poland-donald-tusk-hits-brake-on-ukraine-peacekeeping-force-france-emmanuel-macron/
Quick Glance: Macron and Tusk Discuss Peacekeeping in Ukraine
- French President Emmanuel Macron and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk plan to discuss sending soldiers to Ukraine following a potential ceasefire.
- Macron will update Tusk on his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and discuss European support for Ukraine and strategies to end the war with Russia.
- The talks aim to enhance Ukraine's security, including the possibility of deploying European troops once a ceasefire is achieved.
- While both Paris and Warsaw back Ukraine's NATO membership, opposition remains from the U.S., Germany, and other countries.
Trump mass deportation threats infuriate immigrant advocates: President-elect Trump’s pledge to enact mass deportations and end birthright citizenship ...
thehill.com/latino/5035619-trump-mass-deportation-immigrants-mixed-status-families-southern-border/
Fox News is ratings leader in 2024, but challenges remain for cable news: Viewers have fled left-leaning MSNBC since Vice President Kamala Harris lost the ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2024-12-11/fox-news-dominates-2024-ratings-but-cable-news-still-faces-challenges
Joni Ernst signals openness after "encouraging" talk with Pete Hegseth: "As I support Pete through this process, I look forward to a fair hearing ...
axios.com/2024/12/09/joni-ernst-hegseth-senate-defense
‘There’s Something Causing It.’ Trump Draws False Link Between Vaccines and Autism in TIME Interview
time.com/7201582/donald-trump-vaccines-fact-check-2024/
Bill Clinton says he’s open to talking to Biden about preemptive pardon for Hillary Clinton
thehill.com/homenews/administration/5035444-bill-clinton-says-hes-open-to-talking-to-biden-about-preemptive-pardon-for-hillary-clinton/
A warm welcome for Donald Trump in Paris - also from Grand Duke Henri: Donald Trump's first trip abroad since the election takes him to Paris - for the ...
tageblatt.lu/headlines/herzlicher-empfang-von-donald-trump-in-paris-auch-von-grossherzog-henri/
Quick Glance: Notre Dame Celebrates Grand Reopening After Renovation
- Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris reopened its doors after the devastating fire of 2019.
- Over 2,500 guests, including world leaders like Donald Trump and Jill Biden, attended the celebration to honor the restoration of the iconic landmark.
- President Emmanuel Macron praised the firefighters and the more than 2,000 workers involved in the five-year reconstruction effort, promising to make Notre Dame even more beautiful.
- The festivities included a symbolic ceremony to awaken the great organ, which had been silent for five years, marking a triumphant return to life.
Meta says it has donated $1-million to Donald Trump’s inauguration fund: The donation comes just weeks after CEO Mark Zuckerberg met with the president-elect ...
theglobeandmail.com/business/technology/science/article-meta-says-it-has-donated-1-million-to-donald-trumps-inauguration-fund/
Quick Glance: Meta donates $1 million to Trump’s inauguration fund
- Meta has donated $1 million to Donald Trump's inauguration fund.
- The donation follows a recent private meeting between Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Trump.
- Zuckerberg has adopted a more favorable stance towards Trump despite ongoing public criticism from the former president.
- Corporations typically contribute significantly to presidential inaugurations, while Meta has not previously donated.
The West Celebrates Assad’s Fall, But What Comes Next May Be Even Worse: How can the fall of the admittedly brutal Assad regime create a “historic opportunity” ...
commondreams.org/opinion/west-celebrates-assad-s-fall
Trump criticizes Ukraine’s use of US missiles for attacks deep into Russia: President-elect Donald Trump sharply criticized Ukraine’s use of US-supplied missiles ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/united-states/2024/12/12/trump-criticizes-ukraine-s-use-of-us-missiles-for-attacks-deep-into-russia
Trump's conspiracy cabinet is about to take over the deep state: The anti-establishment will now grip the establishment's reins.
axios.com/2024/12/12/trump-rfk-musk-conspiracy-theories-deep-state
Exclusive: RFK Jr.'s secret push to prove CIA killed uncle: "RFK believes that and wants to get to the bottom of it," a source told Axios.
axios.com/2024/12/11/rfk-jr-cia-jfk-kennedy-assassination-amaryllis-fox
Cheney responds to Trump jail threat: ‘Here’s the truth’: Former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) responded to President-elect Trump’s threat that he would throw members ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/5029804-donald-trump-threat-jail-house-committee-jan-6/
Quick Glance: Cheney Condemns Trump's Threat to Jail Committee Members
- Liz Cheney criticized Trump's threat to imprison members of the January 6 investigation committee as an assault on the rule of law.
- She asserted that Trump attempted to overturn the 2020 presidential election by mobilizing a mob that stormed the Capitol.
- Trump labeled Cheney's actions as inexcusable and suggested the committee members should be jailed.
- Adam Kinzinger remained unconcerned about the threat, stating that the executive branch cannot legally target the legislative branch.
All hail the Tech Right: Why Trump’s new bromances are even worse than the last: While Donald Trump’s first inner circle may have tested democracy through its ...
smh.com.au/world/north-america/all-hail-the-tech-right-why-trump-s-new-bromances-are-even-worse-than-the-last-20241209-p5kwyj.html
Blumenthal ‘strongly opposes’ Biden pardons for Jan. 6 panel members: Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) poured cold water on the idea of President Biden ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/5035124-richard-blumenthal-joe-biden-donald-trump-jan-6-house-panel-pardons/
With Defeat of Megamerger, Sanders Thanks Khan for Taking On 'Corporate Greed': "The proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger would have led to higher prices at the ...
commondreams.org/news/ftc-chair-lina-khan
Quick Glance: Success Against Megamerger: Khan Receives Political Praise
- Judges blocking the Kroger-Albertsons merger received commendations from several politicians, including Bernie Sanders.
- Khan is recognized for her fight against the merger, which would have raised prices and harmed workers.
- Under Khan's leadership, the FTC has taken significant actions against monopolistic practices and unfair business tactics.
- However, upcoming changes in the FTC under the new Trump administration may weaken aggressive antitrust enforcement.
Canada Growth to Slow, Needs Tariff Response, David Dodge Says: Canada needs to safeguard its relationship with the US but will have to retaliate in a “smart ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-12/canada-growth-to-slow-needs-tariff-response-david-dodge-says
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Trump lawyers and aide face additional felony charges in Wisconsin over 2020 fake electors
pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-lawyers-and-aide-face-additional-felony-charges-in-wisconsin-over-2020-fake-electors
Quick Glance: Additional Charges Filed Against Trump's Wisconsin Lawyers
- Wisconsin prosecutors have filed 10 additional felony charges against Donald Trump's attorneys and an aide involved in a scheme to submit false election paperwork in 2020.
- These new charges, issued before their initial court appearances, relate to forgery aimed at defrauding the 10 Republican electors who cast ballots for Trump.
- The charges are part of ongoing investigations into the fake electors scheme across several states, with Wisconsin being the only state to file such charges so far.
- The defendants have submitted motions to dismiss the charges, arguing that their actions were lawful and not criminal.
Trump picks Kimberly Guilfoyle and Tom Barrack to be ambassadors to Greece and Turkey
nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-picks-kimberly-guilfoyle-tom-barrack-ambassadors-greece-turkey-rcna183708
Russia could launch another hypersonic missile at Ukraine soon, US official says: Russia could launch another hypersonic ballistic missile in Ukraine in the ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/12/11/russia-could-launch-another-hypersonic-missile-at-ukraine-soon-us-official-says
Trump won't rule out revenge prosecutions, deportation of U.S. citizens when he takes office
pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-wont-rule-out-revenge-prosecutions-deportation-of-u-s-citizens-when-he-takes-office
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