Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced that his government has been unsuccessful in its attempts to negotiate with the U.S. regarding the 50% tariff on Brazilian imports threatened by former U.S. President Donald Trump. Washington has seemingly ignored Brazil’s attempts to negotiate before the tariff’s expected implementation. Trump has directly linked the import tax to the ongoing trial of his ally, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, exacerbating tensions. Brazil has also raised concerns at the World Trade Organization, arguing that such tariffs violate the organization’s principles and disrupt global value chains.
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Speaker Mike Johnson, criticized as one of the worst in history, abruptly adjourned the House to avoid potential votes related to the Epstein files, signaling further deference to Donald Trump. This action exemplifies Johnson’s pattern of prioritizing Trump’s interests over the House’s independence and the constitutional system of checks and balances, even at the expense of his own party members. The article highlights a broader trend of congressional surrender to the executive branch, resulting in reduced oversight and an environment heavily influenced by corporate lobbyists, thereby making it difficult for average citizens to be heard. To address this issue, the article suggests that citizens must organize Congress Watch Groups to hold lawmakers accountable and demand reforms.
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Donald Trump’s visit to Scotland, coinciding with ongoing scandals in the U.S., presents a unique situation for the former president. While Trump enjoys the ceremonial aspects of his trip, including opening a new golf course, he faces scrutiny, especially regarding his alleged connection to Jeffrey Epstein, with reports surfacing in publications like The Wall Street Journal. Unlike the American media, the British press is unlikely to be swayed, promising persistent inquiries into Trump’s past and present associations. This contrast highlights a difference in media approaches and the challenges Trump faces as he navigates political complexities both at home and abroad.
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The former president is in Scotland for a five-day golf trip anticipated to cost U.S. taxpayers at least $10 million, primarily for marketing opportunities at his golf resorts. This trip is separate from a planned visit in September, making it his most expensive golf vacation in either term. Critics have voiced concerns that the presidency is being used to market Trump’s golf courses at taxpayer expense. Furthermore, the cost of his golf trips during his second term has already reached an estimated $60 million, excluding additional spending on items such as golf carts and portable toilets for Secret Service personnel.
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Newly unearthed photos and video footage have surfaced, casting further light on the relationship between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. The images reveal Epstein’s presence at Trump’s 1993 wedding to Marla Maples, as well as at the opening of a Harley Davidson Cafe earlier that year, where he was photographed with Trump and his children. Additionally, video from a 1999 Victoria’s Secret runway event shows Trump and his then-wife Melania Trump interacting with Epstein. Despite attempts to distance himself, these findings offer a different perspective, with some of the images not previously widely reported.
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President Donald Trump shared a meme referencing the O.J. Simpson car chase, depicting former President Barack Obama as the driver of the white Ford Bronco and an unflatteringly edited version of Vice President JD Vance as a police officer. This meme, originating from a pro-Trump account, seems to reference Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard’s recent referral of Obama administration officials to the Justice Department. The post, shared on Trump’s Truth Social and Instagram accounts, drew criticism and requests for the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, indicating the public’s attention was diverted to other scandals. Trump’s association with Epstein has long been a source of controversy.
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The Trump White House is planning a second rescissions request, potentially targeting the Department of Education, following approval of an initial package by Congress. The administration is also considering “pocket rescissions,” a controversial strategy to declare congressionally approved funds rescinded near the fiscal year’s end, which critics like Bobby Kogan and Senator Susan Collins argue is illegal. This tactic, if employed, would likely lead to a legal challenge, as the Government Accountability Office has previously stated that pocket rescissions violate the Impoundment Control Act. Some senators, including Senator Mike Rounds, advise against the move and suggest using the appropriations process.
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The cancellation of Stephen Colbert’s show due to pressure from Donald Trump highlights escalating concerns regarding First Amendment rights. According to David Enrich, Trump’s administration actively attempts to intimidate media outlets critical of his actions and rhetoric. This aggressive stance reflects a broader pattern of suppressing dissenting voices and controlling the narrative. The situation underscores the potential dangers of political interference in the media and its chilling effect on free speech.
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Michael Wolff, a long-time Trump biographer, suggests Melania Trump may be a key connection between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. Wolff claims Melania was involved in Epstein’s social circle and was introduced to Trump through a model agent, who also had connections to Epstein. Notably, Wolff alleges that Trump and Melania first had sex on Epstein’s jet. These claims add a complex dimension to the ongoing scrutiny surrounding Trump’s relationship with Epstein and contradict Melania Trump’s account.
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