Politics

Politics

U.S. and international political developments. Elections, legislation, governance, and foreign policy.

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Marine Le Pen Convicted of Embezzling European Funds, Sentenced to Prison

Marine Le Pen sentenced for embezzlement, banned from office; impacts French far-right.

#marine le pen, #france, #politics, #national rally

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Jordan Secures U.S. Aid Despite Aid Cuts, Bans Muslim Brotherhood

Jordan retains U.S. aid despite cuts, and bans the Muslim Brotherhood, realigning its policies both domestically and internationally.

#Jordan, #US aid, #Muslim Brotherhood, #diplomacy, #foreign policy

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Trump Administration Modifies Auto Tariffs to Ease Domestic Industry Burden

President Trump announces adjustments to auto tariffs, offering relief to US automakers amid industry concerns.

#automobiles, #tariffs, #us, #domestic manufacturers

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Mark Carney Elected Canada's 24th Prime Minister Amid Rising U.S. Tensions

Mark Carney becomes Canada's PM after Liberal victory, signaling a shift in U.S.-Canada relations with rising nationalism.

#canada, #mark carney, #election 2025, #us-canada relations, #politics

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House Passes TAKE IT DOWN Act, Targets Non-Consensual Deepfakes

Bipartisan TAKE IT DOWN Act passes, targeting non-consensual deepfake pornography; awaits President Trump's signature.

#legislation, #technology, #deepfakes, #us politics

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Trump's 'Liberation Day' Tariffs Spark Global Trade War

Trump's 2025 tariffs ignite a global trade war, causing industry disruptions and international tensions.

#trade war, #trump, #tariffs, #global economy

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Trump's Leadership at Kennedy Center Sparks LGBTQ+ Event Cancellations

Trump's appointment as Kennedy Center chairman leads to leadership reshuffle, sparking LGBTQ+ event cancellations and concerns over inclusivity.

#trump, #kennedy center, #lgbtq, #arts, #politics

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Chris Wright Confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Energy, Signaling Policy Shift

Liberty Energy's Chris Wright confirmed as Energy Secretary, indicating a shift toward fossil fuels and deregulation in U.S. energy policy.

#chris wright, #energy policy, #us politics, #fossil fuels, #climate change

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Massive Federal Workforce Reduction as Trump Administration Implements Sweeping Layoffs

The Trump administration cuts 12% of federal jobs with Elon Musk leading the new Department of Government Efficiency.

#trump administration, #federal layoffs, #elon musk, #department of government efficiency, #us politics

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Trump Administration Reverses Decision, Reinstates Funding for Women's Health Initiative

Trump administration reinstates Women's Health Initiative funding, highlighting its vital role in postmenopausal women's health research.

#trump administration, #women's health, #health policy, #research funding

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U.S. Supreme Court to Revisit Affirmative Action in College Admissions

Supreme Court to review race-conscious admissions, revisiting 2023 decision, impacting diversity and equality in education.

#affirmative action, #supreme court, #college admissions, #diversity, #us education

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Judge Accused of Obstructing ICE Arrest Sparks Federal Controversy

Milwaukee judge arrested for aiding immigrant, intensifying Trump administration's tensions with judiciary.

#judge, #ice, #immigration, #trump administration, #judicial independence

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Progressive Groups Challenge Veteran Democrats Ahead of 2026 Primaries

Progressives target veteran Democratic incumbents, sparking generational and ideological divides within the party ahead of 2026 primaries.

#democratic party, #primaries, #nancy pelosi, #progressives

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"Hands Off!" Protests Sweep Nation Against Trump and Musk Duo

Millions protest Trump-Musk leadership over layoffs, agency closures, and cuts to services, highlighting public dissent and calls for change.

#protests, #trump, #elon musk, #government, #civil rights

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DOJ Sues to Block UnitedHealth's Acquisition of Amedisys

DOJ sues to stop UnitedHealth's $3.3 billion Amedisys acquisition, citing antitrust concerns in home health care.

#antitrust, #unitedhealth, #doj, #healthcare, #merger