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Sununu says he supports Trump despite believing he ‘contributed’ to Jan. 6 insurrection
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Chris Sununu now says Trump shouldn't drop out if convicted but stands by his past criticism
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Sununu and Stephanopoulos spar over Trump: The ABC host repeatedly challenged Sununu over his support for Trump, given all his past chastisements of him.
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N.H. governor backs Trump in feisty interview: “Nobody should be shocked that the Republican governor’s supporting the Republican president ...
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Chris Sununu Tries and Fails to Defend His Trump Flipflop in ABC Interview: “Nobody should be shocked that the Republican governor is supporting the Republican ...
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Critics Shred Chris Sununu Over His 'Truly Sad' Trump 180: 'All The More Pitiful'
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Chris Sununu Insists ‘Me and 51% of America’ Support Trump No Matter What in Fiery Exchange With George Stephanopoulos | Video
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Republican Governor Admits His Support for Trump 'Doesn't Make Sense': New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu has previously criticized the former president in ...
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Saudi crown prince welcomes Trump to kingdom as US leader begins 4-day Middle East tour
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Trump signs 'strategic economic partnership' with Saudi Arabia: President Donald Trump signed a massive deal with Saudi Arabia in what could amount $600 billion ...
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Image from the original article. Source: The Memo: Trump makes pivot on tariffs, seeking firmer political ground: President Trump is resetting on tariffs after almost six weeks of turmoil that ...
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Key FactsChina Views Trade Agreement as Major Victory
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnbc.com
- Chinese officials are portraying the trade agreement and 90-day tariff pause as a victory for Beijing and validation of their negotiation strategy.
- Public sentiment in China indicates negotiators succeeded in lowering tariffs from 145% to 30%.
- The agreement is being leveraged to enhance China's image as a responsible trading partner, despite international criticism of its negotiation tactics.
- Global stock markets surged following the announcement of the deal, while the U.S. and China plan to engage in further discussions in the coming weeks.
"We will resolutely safeguard our legitimate interests and uphold international fairness and justice."— Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said this before the trade talks.
Image from the original article. Source: Chuck Schumer says he is placing a hold on Trump DOJ nominees amid questions on Qatar's luxury jet gift
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Key FactsSchumer Blocks Trump DOJ Nominees Over Qatar Jet Gift
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has placed a hold on all Trump Justice Department nominees while seeking answers about a luxury jet gift from Qatar.
- He demands an explanation from Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding the legality of the gift under the Emoluments Clause and insists she testify before Congress.
- Schumer criticized the DOJ for failing to enforce the Foreign Agent Registration Act and called for greater transparency in foreign dealings.
- President Trump defended the jet as a 'very nice gesture,' stating it would eventually be used for his presidential library.
The Attorney General must testify before both the House and Senate to explain why gifting Donald Trump a private jet does not violate the emoluments clause — which requires congressional approval — or any other ethics laws.— Chuck Schumer, during his remarks on the Senate floor regarding the situation with Qatar.
Image from the original article. Source: First white South Africans leave for US as Trump refugees
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Key FactsTrump Administration Defends Afrikaner Refugee Program
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abcnews.go.com
- A flight carrying 59 South African refugees arrived in the U.S. as the Trump administration insists the expedited asylum process is not race-based.
- President Trump stated the asylum program was initiated due to a race-based genocide affecting white farmers in South Africa.
- The South African government rejected allegations of discrimination, criticizing the Trump administration's stance as misleading.
- The Trump administration expedited Afrikaner refugee applications while pausing programs for refugees from other regions, including Afghanistan.
They happen to be white, but whether they're white or black makes no difference to me, but white farmers are being brutally killed and their land is being confiscated in South Africa, and the newspapers and the media, television media doesn't even talk about it.— President Donald Trump defended his administration's decision to offer refugee status to the Afrikaners during remarks at the White House.
Image from the original article. Source: Paul: Qatar jet not good idea, could cloud US ability ‘to judge their human rights record’
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Key FactsConcerns Grow Over Qatar Jet for Trump
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Senator Rand Paul expressed concerns that accepting a luxury jet from Qatar could impair the U.S.'s ability to criticize human rights violations.
- Trump defended the potential acceptance of the jet as a smart gesture, despite other senators' worries about safety and political implications.
- Senator Rick Scott stated he would not fly on a Qatari plane due to its support for Hamas, while Senator John Thune acknowledged delays in constructing a new Air Force One.
- Democrats sharply criticized the situation, claiming that accepting the jet would violate the Emoluments Clause.
"So the fact that the Defense Department is getting a GIFT, FREE OF CHARGE, of a 747 aircraft to replace the 40 year old Air Force One, temporarily, in a very public and transparent transaction, so bothers the Crooked Democrats that they insist we pay, TOP DOLLAR, for the plane. Anybody can do that! The Dems are World Class Losers!!! MAGA."— President Donald Trump responded to criticism on Truth Social.
Image from the original article. Source: Zelensky says Trump’s presence at peace talks would prompt Putin to attend: World: President Trump offered to join the talks that Russia’s President Vladimir ...
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Key FactsZelenskyy Awaits Putin for Talks in Ankara
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will be waiting in Ankara for Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the ongoing war.
- Zelenskyy emphasized his commitment to achieving a ceasefire, pressuring Putin to attend the negotiations.
- If Putin does not show up, European and U.S. leaders should respond with heavy sanctions against Russia.
- Russia has announced a delegation to Istanbul for talks without preconditions, while Zelenskyy stated he will only negotiate directly with Putin.
We are waiting for Putin’s agreement.— Friedrich Merz, German Chancellor, during a meeting with his Greek counterpart in Berlin.
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Key FactsTrump Announces $600 Billion Saudi Investment Deal
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
- President Trump speaks at the U.S.-Saudi investment summit, announcing a $600 billion investment from Saudi Arabia, including the largest defense sales agreement in history.
- Multiple economic and defense agreements were signed with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to strengthen U.S.-Saudi relations.
- The agreements include extensive training and support for Saudi armed forces and significant investments in U.S. data centers.
- The president highlighted Saudi Arabia's diplomatic importance, especially regarding Iran and the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
"The U.S.-Saudi relationship has been a bedrock of security and prosperity."— President Trump speaks at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Summit about the importance of U.S.-Saudi relations.
Trump admin cancels additional grants to Harvard: The Trump administration announced the termination of some $450 million in grants to Harvard.
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Image from the original article. Source: Read: Episcopal Church won't help Trump admin resettle white Afrikaners
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Key FactsEpiscopal Church Ends Refugee Resettlement Partnership
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: iol.co.za
- The Episcopal Church has terminated its partnership with the US government for refugee resettlement due to moral objections.
- This decision follows the Trump administration granting asylum to white South Africans, raising concerns about preferential treatment of specific refugee groups.
- Reverend Sean Rowe stated that the church cannot support this initiative and is ending its participation in federally funded refugee resettlement.
- Despite ending the partnership, the church remains committed to supporting migrants and addressing their needs.
"I am saddened and ashamed that many of the refugees who are being denied entrance to the United States are brave people who worked alongside our military in Iraq and Afghanistan and now face danger at home because of their service to our country."— Reverend Sean Rowe, expressing his concerns about the preferential treatment of certain refugees over others.
Americans to Trump: Help Us Save for Retirement: With a Social Security shortfall looming and many workers struggling to save for retirement ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Trump family-backed bitcoin mining firm to go public – Here’s all you need to know
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Key FactsBitcoin Price Dips Following US-China Trade Truce
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: coindesk.com
- Bitcoin fell below $102,000 after the U.S. and China announced a temporary trade truce.
- The price peaked at nearly $106,000 before dropping to $101,300, reflecting a 3% decline over 24 hours.
- Analysts expect altcoins and U.S. equities, which underperformed in the first quarter, to stabilize as Bitcoin continues to benefit from current market conditions.
- The 90-day tariff pause may provide short-term positive signals for risk assets like cryptocurrencies, but volatility is likely to return due to the temporary nature of the agreement.
"Lower tariffs ease inflationary pressures and improve global liquidity conditions, both of which are typically bullish for BTC and other cryptocurrencies."— Kirill Kretov, trading automation expert at CoinPanel, commenting on the current market situation.
The rise of the regretful Trump voter: Trump is squandering one of his biggest 2024 electoral accomplishments.
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Image from the original article. Source: The President has named a new Acting Librarian of Congress. It's his former defense lawyer.
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Key FactsTrump Appoints Former Lawyer as Acting Librarian
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
- President Trump will name Todd Blanche, the deputy attorney general, as the acting Librarian of Congress.
- Blanche, who represented Trump in his hush money trial, currently holds the second-highest position in the Justice Department.
- This appointment illustrates how administration officials are managing multiple roles.
- Trump recently ousted former Librarian Carla Hayden, the first woman and Black American to hold the position.
Trump promises to order that the US pay only the price other nations do for some drugs
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Trump Taking a Gift Plane from Qatar Is an Ethics Nightmare: I was the White House ethics lawyer for a Republican president. What Trump is doing goes against the ...
usnews.com/opinion/articles/2025-05-12/trump-gift-plane-qatar-ethics

Senior Trump Aide Throws Extraordinary Rant On Live TV Over Qatar Jet Gift: "Do you ever have pangs of conscience that you are so utterly and completely biased?" ...
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Gateway Arch featured in ad campaign protesting Trump’s park cuts: A billboard featuring the St. Louis Gateway Arch reads "Greetings from Gateway Arch ...
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Trump Asks Drugmakers to Voluntarily Lower US Prices, but Will They Comply?: Despite not having the legal authority to do so, President Trump signs an executive ...
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Image from the original article. Source: The arrival of 49 Afrikaners under allegations of racial discrimination restarts a U.S. refugee program that has been suspended for all other groups.
washingtonpost.com/immigration/2025/05/12/afrikaner-refugees-arrive-dulles-trump/

Key FactsSouth African Refugees Arrive in the U.S.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
- The Trump administration has granted refugee status to many Afrikaners from South Africa.
- A group of White South Africans, including families, arrived at Dulles International Airport after being carefully vetted in South Africa.
- The South African government denies any discrimination and claims land seizure laws respect property rights.
- Some resettlement organizations refuse to assist with the South Africans, while others are willing to provide support.
"It has been painful to watch one group of refugees, selected in a highly unusual manner, receive preferential treatment over many others who have been waiting in refugee camps or dangerous conditions for years."— Episcopal Bishop Sean Rowe spoke out in a statement regarding the government's decision to assist the South African refugees.
Saudi crown prince welcomes Trump to kingdom as US leader begins 4-day Middle East tour
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Trump Kills 'Woke' Broadband Program Because It Has the Word 'Equity': The $2.75B program was created to boost digital skills and spur greater broadband adoption ...
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Among the first Afrikaner refugees accepted in U.S., two families headed to Idaho
boisestatepublicradio.org/politics-government/2025-05-12/idaho-uscri-afrikaner-twin-falls-refugee-resettlement-trump

MAGA Stars Turn on Trump for Selling Out to Qatar: Furious Trump superfans say accepting a $400 million gift from the emirate isn’t “America First.”
thedailybeast.com/maga-stars-turn-on-donald-trump-for-selling-out-to-qatar/

Trump Signs Executive Order Asking Companies to Lower Drug Prices: The president has long complained that the United States pays more for medicines than other ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/12/health/trump-drug-prices.html

Even MAGA Republicans Are Torching Trump for Accepting Jet From Qatar: Some of Donald Trump's fiercest defenders in the Republican Party and MAGA movement ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Zelensky insists on face-to-face talks with Putin: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he would attend talks with Russia on the war in Ukraine this ...
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Key FactsZelensky Demands Face-to-Face Talks with Putin
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated he would only participate in talks with Russia if Vladimir Putin is also present.
- The talks, scheduled for this week in Istanbul, are part of peace efforts led by US President Donald Trump, who has also offered to attend.
- Zelensky called for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire as a first step towards ending the war, while Putin proposed direct talks but has not confirmed his attendance.
- Europe has rallied behind Kyiv and is pushing for new sanctions against Russia if a ceasefire is not accepted.
"If he takes the step to say he is ready for a ceasefire, then it opens the way to discussing all the elements to end the war."— Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the necessity of a ceasefire and the importance of Putin's participation in the talks.
Image from the original article. Source: Hamas has released Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, held in Gaza since 2023
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Key FactsHamas Releases US-Israeli Hostage Edan Alexander
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
- Hamas released US-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander, who had been held in Gaza since October 2023, on Monday.
- The handover occurred in Khan Younis amid talks between Hamas and the US aimed at achieving a ceasefire.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked President Donald Trump for his assistance in securing Alexander's release.
- Alexander was abducted during a Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, and spent 583 days in captivity.
We received the greatest gift imaginable – news that our beautiful son Edan is returning home after 583 days in captivity in Gaza.— Edan Alexander's family speaks about his return home.
Two Men Claiming to Be Trump Appointees Blocked From Entering US Copyright Office
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Global Perception of the U.S. Plummets Amid Trump’s Second Term: Both the country and its leader are viewed largely in a negative light across 100 countries ...
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Trump: The EU is ‘nastier than China’: U.S. president launches blistering new trade attack against Brussels, as he agrees to cool tariff war with Beijing.
politico.eu/article/trump-eu-nastier-than-china/

Trump executive order gives drugmakers 30-day deadline to lower drug costs: President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order setting a 30-day ...
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Donald Trump endorses Jack Ciattarelli for New Jersey governor: President Donald Trump's endorsement in the New Jersey Republican primary was highly anticipated.
inquirer.com/politics/new-jersey/jack-ciattarelli-endorsement-donald-trump-20250512.html

Jasmine Crockett eyes top oversight panel job to push back on Trump: U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas, may run for a new position that would super-charge her ...
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I ran Nato - now we need a new alliance against Trump: UK and economic allies should retaliate against 'autocratic' Trump in trade wars ...
inews.co.uk/news/politics/ran-nato-new-alliance-against-trump-3688646

House Republicans unveil Medicaid cuts in Trump's big bill: House Republicans have unveiled the cost-saving centerpiece of President Donald Trump’s “big ...
apnews.com/article/medicaid-cuts-trump-tax-cuts-bill-1e2b12a91a3d12ceb0420ce7053de58e

What has Trump said about cutting drug prices?: U.S. President Donald Trump signed a broad executive order on Monday directing drugmakers to lower the prices of ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/what-has-trump-said-about-cutting-drug-prices-2025-05-12/
Rand Paul Urges Trump to Reject Plane from Qatar: ‘It’s a Mistake’: "And so, there is a provision in the Constitution that says you can't do this."
mediaite.com/tv/rand-paul-urges-trump-to-reject-plane-from-qatar-its-a-mistake/
Trump Announces $142 Billion Arms Deal with Saudi Arabia: The U.S. President is embarking on a four-day trip to Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar with a $1 trillion ...
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US convenes Newark airport task force, fast-tracks telecom fix: The Trump administration said on Monday it was convening an emergency task force and ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Macron ‘beats Trump to UK state visit’ as King Charles prepares to welcome French president in July
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Key FactsMacron's State Visit to the UK Scheduled for July
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- French President Emmanuel Macron is set to visit the UK for a state visit in July, as announced by Buckingham Palace.
- The visit will occur from July 8 to 10 and will be hosted by King Charles and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle.
- This marks the first state visit by a French president since March 2008, when Nicolas Sarkozy visited.
- The state visit presents an opportunity to strengthen ties between the countries, particularly in trade, culture, and defense.
US mission in Taipei says Trump's 'unification' comment was about US-China trade: U.S. President Donald Trump's comment on "unification" was about the U.S ...
reuters.com/world/us-mission-taipei-says-trumps-unification-comment-was-about-us-china-trade-2025-05-13/
Trump’s New Air Force One? Why Qatar’s Luxury Jet Gift Draws Constitutional Scrutiny
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Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ will harm Bay State families, Treasurer warns: A group of state treasurers are warning that a plan by Republicans in Congress to ...
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Image from the original article. Source: Pope Gives a Blunt One-Word Reply When Asked to Send a Message to the U.S.: The pontiff’s political leanings have been under a spotlight since his election last ...
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Key FactsPope Leo XIV Calls for End to All Wars
May 11 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
- Pope Leo XIV used his first Sunday blessing to call for an end to all wars, highlighting the tragedies in Ukraine and Gaza.
- He emphasized the need for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, and a quick path to lasting peace for Ukraine.
- Leo expressed hope for a lasting peace agreement between India and Pakistan, despite reports of resumed bombings following a ceasefire announcement.
- Cardinal Blase Cupich noted that Leo will continue the Church's social justice agenda, focusing on issues like immigration and climate change.
"I carry in my heart the suffering of the beloved Ukrainian people."— Pope Leo XIV speaks about the war in Ukraine during his first Sunday blessing.
Trump visiting Gulf Arab states while crises flare in Gaza and Iran: Trump will travel to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, three energy-rich ...
twincities.com/2025/05/12/trump-mideast-trip/

Some GOP senators concerned over prospect of Qatar gifting Trump a jet: Trump ally Rick Scott said Qatar
axios.com/2025/05/13/trump-qatar-jet-gift-republican-senators-concerned

"Genocide" of white farmers in South Africa: Trump promises speedy naturalization
kurier.at/politik/ausland/usa-suedafrika-trump-genozid-bauern-fluechtlinge/403040679

Leavitt Says Trump Immune to Bribes Despite $400M Jumbo Jet Gift: The White House press secretary defended the president’s receipt of a “flying palace” from ...
thedailybeast.com/leavitt-says-trump-immune-to-bribes-despite-400m-jumbo-jet-gift/

IDF resumes strikes in Gaza after hostage release - reports - i24NEWS
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Trump’s tariffs have already failed at their main job: Trump’s team had grand ambitions for reordering global trade. They’re backing down.
vox.com/politics/412751/trump-us-china-trade-war-tariff-pause-90-days

Trump says European Union is "nastier than China": Trump said the U.S. has "all the cards" in trade deals with the EU.
axios.com/2025/05/12/trump-european-union-trade-war-china-tariffs

Image from the original article. Source: Top Republican Warns GOP Medicaid Cuts Are ‘Morally Wrong’: Sen. Josh Hawley wrote a scathing op-ed that called out Trump’s proposed attack on Medicaid.
thedailybeast.com/top-republican-josh-hawley-warns-gop-medicaid-cuts-are-morally-wrong/

Key FactsHawley Critiques GOP Medicaid Cuts Rigorously
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thehill.com
- Senator Josh Hawley warns against his party's proposed Medicaid cuts, which could lead to millions losing health insurance.
- In an op-ed, Hawley stated that funding Trump's agenda through healthcare cuts is both morally wrong and politically suicidal.
- He emphasized that Republican voters support and depend on social insurance programs.
- Hawley's opposition signals potential challenges for the bill in the Senate, where several GOP senators show little interest in Medicaid changes.
If Republicans want to be a working-class party — if we want to be a majority party — we must ignore calls to cut Medicaid and start delivering on America’s promise for America’s working people.— Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) warns against cuts to Medicaid and emphasizes the need to support social insurance programs.
Trump departs for Middle East on tour to strengthen U.S. ties with Gulf States - UPI.com
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Trump says US is ready to help India, Pakistan with trade: President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States is ready to help India and Pakistan in the ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/trump-says-us-is-ready-help-india-pakistan-with-trade-2025-05-12/
Trump Signs Executive Order Meant To Cut Drug Prices, Challenges Dems On Future Reforms
huffpost.com/entry/trump-presidency-live_n_681d03c5e4b007ccedaf84a9/liveblog_682202cbe4b0d06d2434b344

Trump administration welcomed white Afrikaners while ending Afghan protections: The first flight carrying a group of South Africans granted refugee status ...
axios.com/2025/05/12/trump-afghanistan-south-africa-refugees

Trump repeats disputed claim that white farmers suffering ‘genocide’ in South Africa as first ‘refugees’ are flown in to US
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/south-africa-refugees-white-farmers-trump-b2749416.html

Donald Trump says it would be 'stupid' not to accept jet from Qatari royal family
abc.net.au/news/2025-05-13/donald-trump-says-it-would-be-stupid-not-to-accept-qatar-plane/105285084
Image from the original article. Source: SAP is cutting diversity programs in response to Trump's policies: The German software company SAP makes a lot of money from its US business ...
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Key FactsSAP Cuts Diversity Programs Amid Political Pressures
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tagesschau.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tagesschau.de
- SAP has decided to end targeted gender diversity programs in response to President Trump's policies.
- The targeted 40 percent female representation goal is being abandoned, and the Diversity & Inclusion Office will merge with Corporate Social Responsibility.
- Trump and his administration oppose diversity initiatives, with critics arguing that such programs disadvantage other groups.
- Other companies, like Deutsche Telekom, have also made adjustments due to new US regulations to comply with the changing environment.
"Due to the latest legal developments, our own initiatives on diversity and inclusion must be adjusted."— This was communicated in an internal email from SAP.
Cop suspended after drinking at Trump event, showing up for mayor's detail: The Chicago police officer allegedly was drunk when arrived for his shift at the ...
chicagotribune.com/2025/05/12/mayor-detail-suspended-trump-inauguration-celebration/

Twitch star HasanAbi says he was detained, questioned by border agents: Hasan Piker, a left-wing political commentator who has 2.8 million followers on Twitch ...
wapo.st/4mdJRoQ

Critics say Trump's luxury jet from Qatar violates the Constitution: Donald Trump is expected to receive a luxury 747 jet from Qatar to use as Air Force One.
businessinsider.com/donald-trumps-luxury-jet-gift-qatar-constitution-2025-5


Trump signs executive order to slash drug prices, possibly including weight-loss drugs
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/trump-executive-order-prescription-drugs-price-match-rcna206218

Trump's drug pricing order delivers blow to pharmacy benefit managers: President Donald Trump on Monday delivered a blow to the private-sector middlemen who ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/trumps-drug-pricing-order-delivers-blow-pharmacy-benefit-managers-2025-05-12/
Kentucky’s Republican senators are key voices opposing Trump on tariffs: As tariffs and trade deals seem to change and shift day by day, Kentucky businesses are ...
lpm.org/news/2025-05-12/kentuckys-republican-senators-are-key-voices-opposing-trump-on-tariffs

‘That’s Not America First!’ Ben Shapiro Wrecks Trump Over Crypto Scheme and Qatar Jet in ...
mediaite.com/news/thats-not-america-first-ben-shapiro-wrecks-trump-over-crypto-scheme-and-qatar-jet-in-scorching-commentary/
Can I Wear a Sheath Dress Without Looking Like a MAGA Woman?: Women in President Trump’s circle have a very unified look. Our critic explains where that comes ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/12/fashion/trump-sheath-dress.html

Trump Takes Credit for American Pope in Barely Coherent Post: Trump takes credit for American pope in barely coherent post. The president lashed out at Martha ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/trump-takes-credit-for-american-pope.html

Trump Melts Down Over Damning Report on Qatar Giving Him a Private Jet: Donald Trump reportedly plans to use the luxury jet for Air Force One.
newrepublic.com/post/195113/donald-trump-damning-report-qatar-private-jet

US President Trump wants to lower drug prices: US President Trump wants to lower drug prices in the US. He announced that he would sign one of the "most ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/usa-pharmaindustrie-trump-medikamente-preise-100.html

Ramaphosa responds to US taking in white ‘refugees’from South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa says that dozens of white “refugees” landing in the United States ...
businesstech.co.za/news/government/823800/ramaphosa-responds-to-us-taking-in-white-refugeesfrom-south-africa/

Trump administration announces ‘illegal’ rollback of energy and water efficiency standards
theverge.com/news/665213/energy-efficiency-standards-rollback-trump-doe

Fox News Host Claims Trump Is ‘Losing Money’ as President Despite Nearly $3 Billion Surge in W ...
mediaite.com/tv/fox-news-host-claims-trump-is-losing-money-as-president-despite-nearly-3-billion-surge-in-wealth/
Image from the original article. Source: Harvard decries Trump administration's "unlawful attempts" to control school: Harvard will not surrender its "core principles" over fear of retaliation ...
axios.com/2025/05/12/harvard-letter-linda-mcmahon-education-trump-funding

Key FactsHarvard Resists Trump Administration Influence
20h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: axios.com
- Harvard President Alan Garber criticized the Trump administration in a letter as unlawful and emphasized their shared priority of combating antisemitism.
- The university defends itself against allegations from Education Secretary Linda McMahon claiming Harvard violates federal laws, having filed a lawsuit in response.
- Garber refuted claims that Harvard is partisan and stated that the university would not surrender its principles out of fear of retaliation.
- He also outlined the university's efforts to combat antisemitism and promote intellectual diversity, emphasizing merit-based selection without quotas.
Harvard's efforts to achieve these goals are undermined and threatened by the federal government's overreach into the constitutional freedoms of private universities and its continuing disregard of Harvard's compliance with the law.— Alan Garber, President of Harvard, in a letter addressing the Trump administration's actions.
Xi’s defiance pays off as Trump meets most Chinese trade demands: The Chinese leader has struck a defiant tone ever since US President Donald Trump began raising ...
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/xi-defiance-pays-off-as-trump-meets-most-chinese-trade-demands
Image from the original article. Source: Buyers of $TRUMP meme spent $148 million to win dinner with President Trump: Buyers of U.S. President Donald Trump’s $TRUMP meme coin spent an estimated $148 ...
reuters.com/world/us/buyers-trump-meme-coin-pay-millions-win-dinner-with-president-trump-2025-05-12/
Key FactsTrump Meme Coin: Million-Dollar Dinner Invitation
May 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The top 220 holders of the $TRUMP coin will receive an invitation to dinner with Donald Trump.
- Critics warn that the $TRUMP coin allows foreign individuals access to Trump.
- Senators have proposed bills to limit profits from cryptocurrencies.
- The current market value of all $TRUMP coins stands at $2.74 billion.
"The Trump meme coin is the single most corrupt act ever committed by a president."— Senator Chris Murphy in a statement to Reuters on Friday.
Brazil's Lula courts trade ties in Beijing as China spars with Trump: Brazilian officials on Monday touted President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's meeting with ...
reuters.com/world/brazil-seeks-china-trade-boost-amid-trump-tariff-chaos-lula-meets-xi-2025-05-12/
US and China pause tariffs for 90 days as Trump claims “historic trade win”: US drops China tariff from 145% to 30% while governments seek longer-term deal.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2025/05/us-and-china-lower-tariffs-by-115-percent-for-90-days-in-major-de-escalation/
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