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Trump Administration Cuts Foreign Aid, Citing “Convenience, God Bless America”

The Trump administration recently terminated around ten thousand foreign assistance contracts and grants, including those that had been granted waivers by the State Department to continue lifesaving work. These cuts…

Potential Tariffs on Canadian Energy Set to Impact U.S. Consumers

U.S. President Donald Trump‘s tariffs on Canada are set to increase energy prices for American consumers if the new levies go into effect on Tuesday, Canada’s energy minister warned on…

Trump’s ‘Little Disturbance’ Tariff Strategy Stirs Concerns as Trade War Fears Grow

In a primetime address to Congress, President Donald Trump acknowledged that his new 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico might cause “a little disturbance,” but insisted that the short-term economic…

Trump’s ‘Gold Card’ Proposal Faces Deeper Challenges Than Expected

President Donald Trump announced a controversial new immigration proposal on Wednesday, introducing the concept of a “gold card” that would provide a path for wealthy individuals to attain lawful permanent…

DOGE Cuts Add Layers of Complexity to Government Funding Negotiations Amid Shutdown Concerns

Republican leaders in Congress are grappling with a challenging dilemma as they approach a crucial deadline to fund the government. They are tasked with reconciling demands from President Donald Trump…

Trump’s Harsh Words for Freeland and Poilievre Intensify as Tariff Threat Looms

This week, U.S. President Donald Trump delved into Canadian politics, sharply criticizing Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland and stating that Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre does not align with his “MAGA”…

Trump Announces Auto Tariffs Set for April 2

President Trump has announced plans to implement a 25% tariff on automotive imports from Canada and Mexico by April 2, 2024. The decision marks a significant shift in U.S. trade…

UK and India Set to Revitalize Trade Negotiations with Fresh Talks

The United Kingdom and India are set to revive trade negotiations in Delhi, aiming to finalize a comprehensive trade agreement. Jonathan Reynolds, the UK’s Business and Trade Secretary, leads the…

Trump and Musk Make Waves in DC as Layoffs Mount Across the Country

The past week has witnessed significant upheaval in the U.S. government, marked by a series of layoffs and controversial decisions. The Trump administration has made headlines with its move to…

US Marshals Deputize Elon Musk’s Private Security Detail

In an unprecedented move, the US Marshals Service has deputized members of Elon Musk’s private security detail. The decision, described by sources as rare, grants these individuals certain rights and…

Trump Blames Ukraine for War, Claims He Could Have Brokered Peace

Former President Donald Trump has drawn criticism with recent remarks made at his Mar-a-Lago resort, where he criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for not being included in high-level talks between…

Trump and Musk fuel Social Security fraud claims without solid evidence

President Donald Trump has set his sights on Social Security, advocating for a thorough investigation into alleged fraudulent payments. He has reportedly directed tech mogul Elon Musk to delve into…

Thousands Take to NYC Streets to Oppose Musk’s DOGE Initiative

More than 10,000 protesters assembled in New York City on Presidents’ Day, voicing their opposition to the Trump administration’s initiative known as DOGE, led by tech magnate Elon Musk. This…

DOGE’s Push for IRS Access Raises Privacy Concerns

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is seeking unprecedented access to the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) highly sensitive taxpayer data. This move is part of DOGE’s broader initiative to streamline…

Vance Sparks Controversy at Munich Conference with Critique of European Democracy

The Munich Security Conference, attended by global defense and security officials, took an unexpected turn as U.S. Vice President JD Vance delivered a strongly-worded critique of European democratic institutions. Held…

Trump Closes Entries to Government Worker Buyout Program

The Trump administration’s controversial buyout program, aimed at reducing the number of US government employees, officially closed to new resignations on Wednesday evening. This decision came after a judge lifted…

UK Responds Cautiously to US Tariff Announcement on Steel

The United States has announced a 25% tariff on steel and aluminium imports, effective from March 12. The move aims to reduce foreign dependency and bolster domestic production, impacting key…

Google Maps Updates Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America Following Trump’s Order

In response to an executive order from President Donald Trump, Google Maps has updated its naming of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. This change, which took…

Trump Reaches New Approval Heights Amid Divisive Policy Opinions

In a recent CBS News/YouGov poll, 53% of U.S. adults expressed approval of President Donald Trump’s job performance in office, marking one of his highest approval ratings in his decade-long…

Trump Raises Idea of Canada Becoming the 51st State

President Donald Trump, in a pre-taped interview with Fox News Channel’s Bret Baier during the Super Bowl preshow, expressed his serious intentions about Canada potentially becoming the 51st state of…