Former President Donald Trump’s ultimatum to Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days has passed without resolution. Trump had previously threatened “secondary tariffs” on Russia as a consequence of inaction. Despite a revised deadline of 10 to 12 days and a subsequent meeting between U.S. and Russian leaders in Alaska, no formal economic sanctions have been announced by the U.S. in response to Putin’s continued aggression.
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Following clashes related to immigration raids, a federal judge blocked President Trump from deploying National Guard and military troops in California for law enforcement activities. The ruling, stemming from a lawsuit challenging the deployment, cited the Posse Comitatus Act, which prohibits U.S. military forces from domestic law enforcement. The decision, though limited to California and stayed until September, raises questions about the use of troops in other cities, especially considering Trump’s recent actions in Washington, D.C.
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The Trump family’s cryptocurrency venture, WLFI, began trading, leading to a paper valuation of their holdings exceeding $6 billion. The family, including Donald Trump and his sons, holds approximately a quarter of the tokens, which began trading on Monday on major exchanges like Binance. The value of these tokens skyrocketed soon after launch, and the family stands to gain significant revenue from the sale of WLFI tokens. Despite potential financial gains, there are concerns about conflicts of interest and influence, though the White House denies any such engagement.
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President Donald Trump is set to make an announcement from the Oval Office on Tuesday afternoon at 2 p.m. ET, as confirmed by the White House. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed the announcement is related to the Department of Defense. This announcement follows speculation on social media regarding Trump’s health and his recent absence from public events, fueled by rumors and hashtags. The press pool, including television crews, will be present, suggesting a broadcast or live stream of the event.
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Leading up to the Alaska summit between President Trump and President Putin, a top CIA Russia expert dedicated extensive hours to preparing Trump’s team. This expert’s role included briefing the team and aiding them in navigating high-stakes discussions, specifically focusing on Ukraine. The expert’s efforts were crucial to ensuring the US delegation was well-informed prior to the summit. This information was provided by a former colleague of the Russia expert.
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Contrary to previous claims, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov stated that there was no agreement between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin for a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Ushakov’s comments suggest that the discussions about the meeting were preliminary, as no formal agreement was reached during Trump and Putin’s phone call or Alaska summit. While Ukraine expressed readiness for unconditional negotiations, Russian officials, including Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, have indicated that such a meeting is not yet feasible, citing preconditions and questions about Zelensky’s legitimacy. Trump, on the other hand, has stated that Putin avoids meeting Zelensky because “he doesn’t like him.”
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In a recent cabinet meeting, President Trump criticized India’s trade practices, labeling the relationship a “totally one sided disaster.” He stated India offered to cut tariffs to zero, though it was too late, while also accusing India of buying Russian oil and arms. This critique followed the U.S.’s imposition of 50% tariffs on Indian exports, due to what the U.S. perceived as India’s high tariffs on American goods. Trump’s statements come amid souring relations and data showing a disparity in average tariffs between the two countries, further complicated by India’s stance on trade with Russia.
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Recent Gallup polling indicates a noticeable shift in Donald Trump’s approval ratings among non-college-educated Americans, a key demographic for his support. While approval dipped slightly in July, it rebounded in August, demonstrating the continued resonance of his populist messaging. However, this comes in contrast to a decline in approval among college-educated voters. Despite this rebound, there’s rising pessimism among non-college-educated Americans regarding the economy, with concerns about its performance and the impact of potential tariffs.
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For decades, the United States has cultivated a strong relationship with India, viewing it as a crucial ally. However, former President Trump’s actions, including claiming credit for resolving a conflict between India and Pakistan, imposing tariffs, and embracing Pakistan’s army chief, have damaged this relationship. This has resulted in uniting India’s political factions against the US, shattering Modi’s image, and harming the economic ties between the two nations. Despite the potential for long-term damage, India is likely to recover, but the trust built over three decades will take considerable time to restore. Ultimately, the lasting impact of these events may be the United States’ loss of a key ally.
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In a recent Truth Social post, Donald Trump declared Washington, D.C. a “crime-free zone” following a National Guard takeover of the city. Despite recent crime statistics from the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department reporting hundreds of crimes within the past week, including violent offenses, Trump has praised Mayor Bowser for collaborating with him to “eliminate” crime. As part of this crackdown, Trump’s administration has taken control of the city’s police department and deployed National Guard troops, FBI, and ICE agents. Attorney General Pam Bondi has also celebrated the impact of the crackdown on social media, highlighting recent arrests and firearm seizures.
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