In a recent interview, Mary Trump drew parallels between her uncle, Donald Trump, and his father, Fred Trump Sr., who suffered from Alzheimer’s. Mary, a clinical psychologist, noted concerning similarities in the president’s behavior, including confusion, disorientation, and deteriorating short-term memory, mirroring the signs she witnessed in her grandfather. She also pointed to an increasing obsession with wealth and a weakening ability to maintain his public persona as further indicators of decline. Mary Trump emphasized that these observations suggest her uncle may be experiencing a similar decline to his father.
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According to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, rising beef prices are due to a disease called screwworm brought in by immigrants, necessitating a halt to Mexican beef imports. Experts disagree with the claim, however, with risks stemming from the livestock trade rather than individual migrants. While the screwworm has caused some supply issues, the primary factors driving up beef prices include shrinking cattle herds and increased demand, as noted by Omaha Steaks President and CEO Nate Rempe. President Donald Trump has acknowledged the issue and has taken steps to import more beef and investigate meatpacking companies to address the rising costs.
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David Richardson, the acting chief of FEMA, will step down after hurricane season amidst public criticism and internal frustration. Richardson, lacking disaster management experience, faced scrutiny for his handling of the Texas floods and was often absent from the public eye. His departure is a precursor to sweeping reforms led by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who is planning significant changes to the agency. These changes include a new FEMA Review Council, with the possibility of the agency being removed from the Department of Homeland Security, as well as the reassignment of his closest allies. The administration’s focus on shifting disaster responsibility to states has raised concerns among current and former officials about FEMA’s ability to respond to future crises.
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Donald Trump’s political resurgence was fueled by his perceived victimhood, including promises to release the “Epstein files” if elected. Despite a history of scandal and unpopularity, Trump initially maintained unwavering support, even in the face of incriminating evidence. However, there are signs that Trump’s ability to deflect scandal is waning, as anger surrounding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein persists and his support may be softening. The article suggests this shift is occurring despite his supporters’ previous tolerance of obvious falsehoods and damaging associations.
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Dozens of former US Department of Justice attorneys have detailed the politicization of federal law enforcement during Donald Trump’s second term. The attorneys reported directives to investigate Trump’s political opponents, drop investigations, and mass pardons, including those who participated in the January 6th Capitol riot. This politicization extended to executive orders targeting law firms and investigations with predetermined outcomes, and the use of pardons for political allies. Additionally, there have been efforts to relax gift-acceptance rules, and misuse of government resources for personal gain.
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Donald Trump’s pardon of cryptocurrency firm Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, who had pleaded guilty to money-laundering, has sparked controversy due to Zhao’s financial ties to the Trump family’s crypto venture, World Liberty Financial. The pardon occurred months after Binance partnered with World Liberty Financial in a $2 billion deal, prompting former U.S. Pardon Attorney Elizabeth Oyer to call the pardon “corruption” on 60 Minutes, citing unprecedented influence of money. Experts like Harvard’s Lawrence Lessig suggest the currency selection was intended to benefit Trump, noting Zhao’s potential control over World Liberty Financial’s success, while the White House defends the pardon as an exercise of Trump’s constitutional authority.
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President Trump has recently reversed course on his previous tariff policies by removing tariffs on over 200 agricultural staples, including beef and coffee, a move celebrated by some of his supporters. This decision follows the initial imposition of tariffs on food products in April, a move that was praised for its support of American food production. The change has prompted criticism and irony, as it contrasts with Trump’s historical support for tariffs. The decision to lower tariffs comes as Americans are dealing with increased food costs, with prices of staples like coffee and beef rising significantly in recent months, potentially influenced by recent Democratic wins on the topic of affordability.
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Recent reports indicate growing anxiety within President Trump’s circles, with advisors expressing concern that he is alienating crucial voters. Republicans are reportedly warning the White House about potential trouble for the GOP in the upcoming midterm elections. Furthermore, Trump’s focus has seemingly shifted towards the Jeffrey Epstein case, as he ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate Epstein’s connections to Democrats, utilizing the Justice Department. Analyst Michael Cohen explains how the Epstein situation is impacting Trump, leading to the fracturing of the MAGA coalition and the likely impact on the midterms.
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In a surprising turn, Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to vote in favor of releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files, reversing his previous stance. This change comes amid growing support for the Epstein Files Transparency Act, and is potentially due to the expectation of many Republicans voting in favor already. This shift has prompted varied reactions, including accusations of a cover-up and speculation about the motivations behind the reversal, with some suggesting Trump is attempting to appear in agreement rather than face a rebuke from his own party. The bill, if passed by the House, would require the Justice Department to release all Epstein-related files and communications, though its passage in the Senate and ultimate fate remain uncertain.
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President Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, reversing his previous stance. This change in position comes as lawmakers prepare to vote on publishing unclassified documents from the sex trafficking investigation. While Trump had previously opposed the release, he now acknowledges the measure likely has enough support to pass the House. The push for transparency has created division within the Republican party, with some of Trump’s allies criticizing his handling of the files.
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