President Macron is reportedly considering retaliatory measures against U.S. digital players due to concerns over digital rules perceived as discriminatory by the Trump administration. This comes after Trump threatened further tariffs on countries with digital rules that discriminate against U.S. companies, following a recent trade deal between the U.S. and the EU. While the EU has refrained from imposing countermeasures, Macron has been a vocal advocate for a tougher stance on trade with the U.S. Macron plans to discuss the issue with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz this week to assess the situation.
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Dr. Demetre Daskalakis has resigned from the CDC, citing irreconcilable ethical and scientific concerns with the Trump administration’s policies. He condemned the sidelining of career scientists, withholding of data, and the manipulation of immunization schedules, warning that such actions threaten public health. Daskalakis highlighted the administration’s efforts to erase transgender populations and cease critical HIV programming as further reasons for his departure. This resignation follows a cascade of exits at the CDC, including the ousting of the CDC Director, and reflects growing tensions between career scientists and the Trump administration.
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In a solo opinion, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticized the Supreme Court’s handling of the Trump administration’s legal battles, likening it to a game of “Calvinball” where the administration always prevails. Jackson described the NIH case as the latest instance of the court favoring the Executive Branch, highlighting the potential consequences for both the law and the public. This statement marked a departure from her colleagues, as she did not have the support of the other Democratic appointees. Jackson expressed hope that affected parties could maintain their claims long enough for the court to reconsider its stance.
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Contrary to Donald Trump’s claims, Washington D.C. restaurants are actually suffering due to the increased presence of federal forces. Restaurant owners report significantly decreased foot traffic and reservations, leading to extensions of events like Restaurant Week. Many restaurant owners and workers feel that Trump’s actions are actively harming the city’s economy, creating an atmosphere of fear particularly impacting immigrant communities and the tourism industry. This climate has resulted in event cancellations, business closures, and a concerning domino effect on restaurants across the country.
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During a GOP county meeting, Rep. Mike Collins was recorded stating his belief that former President Donald Trump is likely mentioned in the Epstein files. Collins referenced Trump’s actions of removing Epstein from Mar-a-Lago and informing the FBI as a basis for his claim, supporting the release of the files while acknowledging the legal complexities. Reports have indicated that Trump was informed in May about his name appearing in the documents reviewed by Justice Department officials, along with other notable figures, although mentions do not suggest wrongdoing. Despite these findings, officials have stated that additional files will not be released due to sensitive information.
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President Trump’s threats to deploy the National Guard to Democratic-run cities like Chicago are facing significant pushback. Representative Jesús (Chuy) García of Illinois denounces the plan as a “charade” and a waste of time, emphasizing that Chicago has seen decreases in serious crimes despite the president’s characterization. García views the move as politically motivated, aimed at creating a distraction and creating a show of force, as well as being unpopular. Illinois officials are considering all options, including legal challenges and peaceful demonstrations, to prevent the mobilization of the National Guard.
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The author argues that since Donald Trump assumed office in 2025, the United States has been systematically dismantling democratic principles through a barrage of executive orders, mirroring historical patterns of authoritarianism. Trump, portrayed as a figurehead for Project 2025 and right-wing Christian Nationalism, is seen as a puppet controlled by others who prioritize personal gain. Congressional inaction, fueled by a Republican majority, allows Trump to disregard constitutional law, with Texas’s efforts to gerrymander seats highlighting a dictatorial takeover. The author draws parallels between Trump’s actions and those of Hitler, warning that the suppression of rights and freedoms, along with the establishment of detention centers, are eroding American values and instilling fear.
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Wilmington police have charged Surry County Board of Elections chairman, James Edwin Yokeley Jr., after finding evidence he placed illegal narcotics into his granddaughters’ ice cream. Video footage allegedly showed Yokeley adding pills, which tested positive for MDMA and cocaine, to the ice cream. The girls did not ingest the drugs, and Yokeley now faces charges of contaminating food or drink, felony possession of narcotics, and felony child abuse. He was transported to jail and posted a secured bond.
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Across the United States, various activist groups are organizing Labor Day protests targeting the Trump Administration, focusing on worker support and opposing what they term a “billionaire takeover.” “Workers Over Billionaires” demonstrations, spearheaded by May Day Strong and supported by the AFL-CIO, are scheduled in hundreds of locations, including U.S. territories. The Women’s March has also planned “Solidarity September” events, extending beyond Labor Day with a focus on making billionaires pay. Alongside these, “Fight the Trump Takeover” protests are also planned, addressing issues like voter suppression and gerrymandering, with organizers citing a need to resist the perceived undermining of democracy.
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