During a reading of a children’s book on presidential hobbies, Donald Trump stated he is mindful of not becoming the heaviest president in U.S. history, referencing William Howard Taft. He offered a health tip to viewers to maintain good shape, a comment made months after his physical revealed a 14-pound weight gain, placing him close to the obesity threshold. Trump also commented on past presidents’ fitness and appearance, lamenting his own lack of use of White House recreational facilities due to his busy schedule.
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A Daily Beast analysis of President Trump’s schedule over the past three months reveals a consistent pattern of late-night social media activity followed by largely clear mornings. In June, he was seen publicly in Washington D.C. before 11 a.m. only three times, with “Executive Time” dominating his early schedule on most days. This nocturnal habit, reportedly linked to sleeping in separate bedrooms with the First Lady, has been noted to result in him appearing to doze off during late afternoon public events. The White House offered no specific explanation for his schedule, instead providing a general statement about his “sharpness” and “unmatched energy.”
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Financial disclosures reveal that Donald Trump has earned over $1 billion from his crypto businesses since returning to office, adding to his substantial wealth amassed from various investments and deals. This significant financial gain has sparked outrage and despair among hundreds of Americans, who view it as a conflict of interest and a sign of corruption, especially in contrast to their own struggles with inflation and rising living costs. Critics accuse Trump of profiting from his position and exploiting the system, while the White House maintains that no conflicts of interest have occurred.
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President Trump has issued pardons to eleven individuals, stating they were wrongfully prosecuted for “fixing their car” and calling the actions “weaponization and stupidity” by federal prosecutors. The pardons include Ryan and Wade Lalone, Matt Geouge, Tim Clancy, Mac Spurlock, Joshua Davis, Barry Pierce, Aaron Rudolf, Adam Kidan, Jack Harvard, and Jonathan Achtemeier, five of whom were pardoned for similar pollution violations. This action follows Trump’s previous clemency for a Wyoming mechanic convicted of similar emissions law violations and a Justice Department directive to drop pending prosecutions related to aftermarket defeat devices.
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A deadly, multiday heat wave has tightened its grip on the eastern United States, breaking temperature records and sending people to the emergency room. Heat-related illnesses have surged, leading to at least one death, and outdoor events, including parades and festivals, have been canceled or delayed. The intense heat and humidity have also strained power grids, causing outages and prompting calls for electricity conservation, while human-caused climate change has been identified as a significant factor intensifying these dangerous conditions.
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In a concluding part of an interview with the Daily Beast’s PunchUp, former beauty queen Beatrice Keul has made allegations that Ivana Trump, Donald Trump’s first wife, helped introduce young women into Jeffrey Epstein’s circle. Keul claims Ivana Trump acted as a comforting figure at exclusive events, facilitating Epstein’s associates in identifying and isolating women, drawing a parallel to Ghislaine Maxwell’s alleged role. PunchUp notes it has not independently verified these claims, and Ivana Trump, who passed away in 2022, was never charged in connection with Epstein. This follows Keul’s earlier accusations against Donald Trump regarding an alleged assault at a 1993 pageant.
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Conservative politician Keiko Fujimori has been declared the winner of Peru’s presidential run-off election, a victory dominated by voters’ concerns over surging crime. This marks Fujimori’s fourth presidential bid and will make her Peru’s ninth president in ten years. Her campaign heavily emphasized a commitment to combating crime, a primary focus for voters who had previously defeated 33 other candidates in the April vote. As the daughter of a former president convicted of human rights abuses and corruption, Fujimori’s election signals a continuation of her political legacy amidst national concerns.
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The Independent is committed to providing factual reporting on critical issues, from reproductive rights to climate change, ensuring that facts are parsed from messaging. This dedication to on-the-ground journalism, speaking to both sides of every story, is made possible by reader support, allowing for continued coverage without paywalls. At a crucial moment in US history, such financial backing is essential for maintaining the integrity and accessibility of quality news.
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Should Congressional Democrats regain control of the House in the upcoming midterm elections, they are poised to launch aggressive oversight investigations into President Donald Trump’s business empire and inner circle. The recently released 927-page financial disclosure, revealing substantial assets and income, including nearly $1.2 billion from cryptocurrency ventures, will serve as a roadmap for these probes. Democrats argue this disclosure raises significant questions about potential conflicts of interest and financial benefits tied to Trump’s presidency, underscoring their calls for stricter ethics rules in areas like cryptocurrency. Republicans, however, contend these planned investigations are politically motivated, while the White House maintains that President Trump acts solely in the American public’s best interest and faces no conflicts of interest.
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The article asserts that Bari Weiss’s willingness to share private workplace details positioned her as a truth-teller and martyr, particularly among figures like David Ellison. Her platform, initially a Substack and later the Free Press, attracted significant capital from prominent figures, some of whom hold conservative or independent political leanings. The author contends that Weiss, while perhaps once a centrist-liberal, now exhibits MAGA tendencies through her actions, particularly her perceived role at CBS to advance Donald Trump’s agenda. This trajectory is linked to The New York Times’ decision in April 2017 to embrace broader perspectives, which the article suggests has ultimately benefited the advancement of a narrow-minded political agenda at the expense of a respected news organization.
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Trump May Become Fattest President as Weight Discussed
During a reading of a children’s book on presidential hobbies, Donald Trump stated he is mindful of not becoming the heaviest president in U.S. history, referencing William Howard Taft. He offered a health tip to viewers to maintain good shape, a comment made months after his physical revealed a 14-pound weight gain, placing him close to the obesity threshold. Trump also commented on past presidents’ fitness and appearance, lamenting his own lack of use of White House recreational facilities due to his busy schedule.
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Trump’s Laziest Schedule Revealed by Daily Beast
A Daily Beast analysis of President Trump’s schedule over the past three months reveals a consistent pattern of late-night social media activity followed by largely clear mornings. In June, he was seen publicly in Washington D.C. before 11 a.m. only three times, with “Executive Time” dominating his early schedule on most days. This nocturnal habit, reportedly linked to sleeping in separate bedrooms with the First Lady, has been noted to result in him appearing to doze off during late afternoon public events. The White House offered no specific explanation for his schedule, instead providing a general statement about his “sharpness” and “unmatched energy.”
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Americans Outraged Over Trump’s Billion Dollar Crypto “Grift”
Financial disclosures reveal that Donald Trump has earned over $1 billion from his crypto businesses since returning to office, adding to his substantial wealth amassed from various investments and deals. This significant financial gain has sparked outrage and despair among hundreds of Americans, who view it as a conflict of interest and a sign of corruption, especially in contrast to their own struggles with inflation and rising living costs. Critics accuse Trump of profiting from his position and exploiting the system, while the White House maintains that no conflicts of interest have occurred.
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Trump Pardons Pollution Violators For “Fixing Their Cars”
President Trump has issued pardons to eleven individuals, stating they were wrongfully prosecuted for “fixing their car” and calling the actions “weaponization and stupidity” by federal prosecutors. The pardons include Ryan and Wade Lalone, Matt Geouge, Tim Clancy, Mac Spurlock, Joshua Davis, Barry Pierce, Aaron Rudolf, Adam Kidan, Jack Harvard, and Jonathan Achtemeier, five of whom were pardoned for similar pollution violations. This action follows Trump’s previous clemency for a Wyoming mechanic convicted of similar emissions law violations and a Justice Department directive to drop pending prosecutions related to aftermarket defeat devices.
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Great American State Fair Shuts Down Due to Triple-Digit Heat
A deadly, multiday heat wave has tightened its grip on the eastern United States, breaking temperature records and sending people to the emergency room. Heat-related illnesses have surged, leading to at least one death, and outdoor events, including parades and festivals, have been canceled or delayed. The intense heat and humidity have also strained power grids, causing outages and prompting calls for electricity conservation, while human-caused climate change has been identified as a significant factor intensifying these dangerous conditions.
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Beauty Queen Alleges Ivana Trump Enabled Epstein Abuse
In a concluding part of an interview with the Daily Beast’s PunchUp, former beauty queen Beatrice Keul has made allegations that Ivana Trump, Donald Trump’s first wife, helped introduce young women into Jeffrey Epstein’s circle. Keul claims Ivana Trump acted as a comforting figure at exclusive events, facilitating Epstein’s associates in identifying and isolating women, drawing a parallel to Ghislaine Maxwell’s alleged role. PunchUp notes it has not independently verified these claims, and Ivana Trump, who passed away in 2022, was never charged in connection with Epstein. This follows Keul’s earlier accusations against Donald Trump regarding an alleged assault at a 1993 pageant.
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Peru Elects Daughter of Former Dictator Amidst Crime Concerns
Conservative politician Keiko Fujimori has been declared the winner of Peru’s presidential run-off election, a victory dominated by voters’ concerns over surging crime. This marks Fujimori’s fourth presidential bid and will make her Peru’s ninth president in ten years. Her campaign heavily emphasized a commitment to combating crime, a primary focus for voters who had previously defeated 33 other candidates in the April vote. As the daughter of a former president convicted of human rights abuses and corruption, Fujimori’s election signals a continuation of her political legacy amidst national concerns.
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Trump Considers Pardons for Diddy, Others to Mark US 250th Birthday
The Independent is committed to providing factual reporting on critical issues, from reproductive rights to climate change, ensuring that facts are parsed from messaging. This dedication to on-the-ground journalism, speaking to both sides of every story, is made possible by reader support, allowing for continued coverage without paywalls. At a crucial moment in US history, such financial backing is essential for maintaining the integrity and accessibility of quality news.
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Democrats Vow Subpoena Barrage Against Trumpworld Following $2 Billion Disclosure
Should Congressional Democrats regain control of the House in the upcoming midterm elections, they are poised to launch aggressive oversight investigations into President Donald Trump’s business empire and inner circle. The recently released 927-page financial disclosure, revealing substantial assets and income, including nearly $1.2 billion from cryptocurrency ventures, will serve as a roadmap for these probes. Democrats argue this disclosure raises significant questions about potential conflicts of interest and financial benefits tied to Trump’s presidency, underscoring their calls for stricter ethics rules in areas like cryptocurrency. Republicans, however, contend these planned investigations are politically motivated, while the White House maintains that President Trump acts solely in the American public’s best interest and faces no conflicts of interest.
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Trump’s Treacherous, Idolatrous, Know-Nothing Anti-Patriotism Revealed
The article asserts that Bari Weiss’s willingness to share private workplace details positioned her as a truth-teller and martyr, particularly among figures like David Ellison. Her platform, initially a Substack and later the Free Press, attracted significant capital from prominent figures, some of whom hold conservative or independent political leanings. The author contends that Weiss, while perhaps once a centrist-liberal, now exhibits MAGA tendencies through her actions, particularly her perceived role at CBS to advance Donald Trump’s agenda. This trajectory is linked to The New York Times’ decision in April 2017 to embrace broader perspectives, which the article suggests has ultimately benefited the advancement of a narrow-minded political agenda at the expense of a respected news organization.
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