Steve Bannon, former White House chief strategist, predicted that Donald Trump will run for and win a third term as president in 2028, according to an interview with *The Economist*. Bannon, host of the “War Room” podcast, suggested that despite the 22nd Amendment, which limits presidents to two terms, there are “many different alternatives” to achieve Trump’s goal. He considers Trump an “instrument of divine will” and believes America needs him to finish what was started. A recent poll showed that while 50% of Americans believe Trump will attempt to run, a larger majority, 69%, do not think he should.
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Senator Bernie Sanders suggested that Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez could be a potential presidential candidate in 2028, citing her authenticity and strong political skills. Sanders observed her effectiveness on the campaign trail, particularly during their recent “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, which drew large crowds. The progressive wing of the Democratic Party is looking for a successor to Sanders. While she currently has a 12% chance of clinching the nomination, she has been involved in the public conversation, and has recently suggested mockery as a way to counter the MAGA movement.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced plans to target university professors accused of promoting “leftist ideologies,” signaling a shift towards increased scrutiny of educational content. This move follows an audit of courses within the University of Texas System focusing on transgender and identity-related topics. Furthermore, these actions are taking place against a backdrop of incidents where educators have faced repercussions for discussing gender and sexual orientation. While the state currently lacks specific legislation prohibiting such discussions at the university level, there is a “Don’t Say Gay” law in place for grades K-12, causing trans and nonbinary students in Texas to report increased intolerance and harassment.
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Former special counsel Jack Smith is seeking to testify publicly before Congress about the investigations leading to criminal charges against Donald Trump. Smith believes public hearings are necessary due to “mischaracterizations” surrounding his work and wants to defend the integrity of his investigations. However, Smith requires assurances from the Justice Department that he won’t face repercussions for revealing information still under seal or protected by grand jury secrecy. Furthermore, Smith is requesting access to files created during his tenure as special counsel to ensure full and accurate answers.
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During an interview with TIME magazine, former President Trump claimed involvement in the 2024 pager attacks in Lebanon, which were orchestrated by Israeli operatives and resulted in numerous casualties. While initially attributing his comments to a misunderstanding, the White House later confirmed Trump’s support for the attacks, which targeted Hezbollah and caused widespread devastation. This admission, however, was quickly followed by criticism from the White House regarding the attack on Qatar last month. The former president’s statement has raised questions about his cognitive abilities, especially following other recent instances of confusion in his public appearances.
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A recent report revealed that Trump’s election integrity official suggested invoking a “national emergency” to justify a federal takeover of state-run election processes for the 2026 election. This proposal comes amidst concerns from voting rights advocates, particularly given the elevation of election deniers within the administration. These individuals, who have pushed false claims of voter fraud, are reportedly aiming to influence election rules and potentially exert more control over the electoral process. The goal is to undermine the independence of state-run elections and potentially shift election outcomes.
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Reports indicate that Trump is attempting to suppress the release of images showcasing the demolition of a section of the White House, likely due to public backlash over the project. The planned 90,000-square-foot ballroom, complete with Trump’s signature gold decor, will replace critical areas of the East Wing, despite widespread opposition. Although the White House press secretary dismisses the criticism as “fake outrage,” the project’s funding, primarily from Trump’s wealthy associates, raises ethical concerns and potential for undue influence. This method of financing the demolition also contradicts Trump’s previous claims that taxpayer funds would not be used.
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In a move that has sent ripples through the crypto world, President Trump has pardoned Changpeng Zhao, founder of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, after he served time for failing to prevent criminal activity on the platform. The pardon, announced by the White House, follows a request from Zhao, a prominent figure in the industry, and comes as Trump has shown a hands-off approach to crypto regulation and a support for the industry. This is consistent with Trump’s pattern of clemency for allies and a perceived overreach by the current administration, which had pursued Zhao for violating the Bank Secrecy Act. The pardon has potentially significant implications for Binance’s operations and appears to be connected to the Trump family’s financial interests in the crypto space.
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New court filings allege that the creators of the $MELANIA cryptocurrency, launched by Melania Trump, orchestrated a pump-and-dump scheme. The coin’s value surged to $13.73 shortly after its January release before plummeting to mere cents, mirroring the trajectory of Donald Trump’s $TRUMP coin. Investors accuse executives of the Meteora exchange platform of manipulating the market by indirectly purchasing large quantities of the coin and then reselling them for profit. This case has been added to existing legal proceedings, while the Trump family has reportedly earned significant profits from various cryptocurrency ventures.
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In a recent letter, House Democrats Jamie Raskin and Robert Garcia warned President Trump against his efforts to secure $230 million in taxpayer funds from the Department of Justice. The congressmen asserted that such a move is both unconstitutional and illegal, citing the Domestic Emoluments Clause and the Federal Tort Claims Act. Trump is seeking these funds as compensation for past DOJ investigations, requiring approval from Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and Civil Division head Stanley Woodward Jr., both of whom have previous ties to Trump. The letter condemns this as an attempt to steal from the American people and demands the White House provide extensive documentation related to the matter.
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