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Trump Officials Secretly Worried Democrats Have a Point on Shutdown
The Trump administration’s projected strength during the government shutdown is belied by a nagging insecurity, reports The Wall Street…
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Chris Van Hollen Is Angry—at Trump, and at His Party’s Lame Pollsters
Bacon: You said a lot of great things here. Let me follow up. OK—so you’re thinking about going to El Salvador. Do you think, in your…
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“Band-Aid”: Soybean Farmers Warn Trump Has Screwed Them Beyond Saving
Even a government bailout won’t undo the damage that Donald Trump’s tariffs have wreaked on America’s soybean farmers. The president…
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The Unexpected Sweetness of Bill and Ted’s “Waiting for Godot”
The jokes started before rehearsals did. “Waiting for Bill and Ted”; “Bill and Ted’s Existentialist Adventure”; “Party On, Godot!” How…
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Irish citizens on intercepted Gaza flotilla boats
It is understood at least seven Irish citizens have been detained after the Israeli navy intercepted a number of boats carrying aid to…
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IAEA warns of nuclear risk as Zaporizhzhya turns to diesel generators
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) expressed concern on Wednesday over the prolonged power outage at the Russian-occupied…
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Trump’s First Shutdown Funding Freeze Will Hit Democratic Leaders
The order specifies, “The United States shall regard any armed attack on the territory, sovereignty, or critical infrastructure of the…
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Supreme Court puts off decision on whether Trump may fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Wednesday put off a decision on whether President Trump can fire Federal Reserve Govenor Lisa Cook and…
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Why the Hell Did Trump Have Merch Out During His Shutdown Meeting?
“I’m very careful, you know, when I walk down stairs. … I walk very slowly. Nobody has to set a record. Just try not to fall because it…
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German government plans tougher penalties for foreign agents
Anyone caught acting as an agent for another country in Germany will face up to 10 years in prison or double the current penalty,…
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Red Cross temporarily suspends work in Gaza City | The Jerusalem Post
Red Cross temporarily suspends work in Gaza City | The Jerusalem Post Jerusalem Post/Middle East "The ICRC will continue to strive to…
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Appeals court vacates ruling that struck down Trump's Alien Enemies Act deportations
A federal appeals court has vacated its previous ruling against President Trump's attempt to deport members of the Tren de Aragua gang…
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The Democrats Finally Grew a Spine
As is often the case, there is much to quibble with in the Democrats’ approach. For weeks, a shutdown has seemed inevitable but they have…
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Trump’s Rage at Zohran Just Backfired in a Surprisingly Revealing Way
Indeed, Mamdani sometimes explicitly connects these things. “I will be a mayor who doesn’t bow down to corporate interests, doesn’t take…
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Trump’s Rants to Generals Spiral Into Madness as Dem Erupts: “Idiot!”
In a speech to military officials, President Trump went full fascist: He said America is under “invasion from within,” declared that the…
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Germany approves €2.46m in arms exports to Israel after partial halt
Germany has approved arms exports to Israel worth at least €2.46 million ($2.9 million) since implementing a partial export halt,…
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California voters were mailed inaccurate guides ahead of November special election
Californians were mailed inaccurate voter guides about the November special election asking them whether to redraw congressional district…
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White House pulls nomination of E.J. Antoni to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
The White House late Tuesday withdrew the nomination of E. J. Antoni to serve as the next commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics.…
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Australia PM concerned about China's reported pause on BHP iron ore purchases
MELBOURNE (Reuters) -Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Wednesday he was concerned about a report that China's state iron…
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IDF chief vows focus on defeating Hamas in Gaza | The Jerusalem Post
IDF chief vows focus on defeating Hamas in Gaza | The Jerusalem Post Jerusalem Post/Israel News/Defense News IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen.…
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“Bop, Bop, Bop”: Trump Admits Obama Was Better at Walking Down Stairs
“I’m very careful, you know, when I walk down stairs … I walk very slowly. Nobody has to set a record. Just try not to fall because it…
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Mike Johnson Refuses to Swear in New Dem, Delaying Epstein Files Bid
Republicans are actively trying to delay the release of the Epstein files. House Speaker Mike Johnson was joined by other GOP leadership…
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Trump Begs Military Leaders to Clap During His Wild Speech
“It all starts with physical fitness and appearance,” Hegseth told the seasoned commanders, being sure to pat himself on the back in that…