Former President Donald Trump sought to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, a move that raised investor concerns. Trump cited allegations of falsified mortgage documents as the basis for her dismissal, escalating his efforts to exert greater influence over the US central bank. This action follows accusations from a White House ally regarding Cook’s mortgage loan documentation. The letter was published on Truth Social, outlining Trump’s justification for firing Cook.
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A Utah judge has mandated the redrawing of the state’s congressional boundaries, deeming the Republican-controlled legislature’s actions unlawful. The original map, adopted in 2021, was found to have circumvented voter-approved safeguards against partisan gerrymandering by undermining an independent commission. New maps must be submitted by September 24, but appeals from Republican officials may delay the process until 2028. This ruling could shift the balance in Congress, creating uncertainty for the GOP, who previously held all of Utah’s congressional seats.
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President Trump has warned of “very big consequences” for Russia and stated he will “step in very strongly” if a resolution to the conflict in Ukraine is not reached within the next two weeks. He plans to monitor the situation and allow Russia and Ukraine to arrange a meeting between their leaders, distancing himself from direct negotiations for now. Trump criticized President Biden for not allowing Ukraine to attack Russia, claiming it hindered Kyiv’s potential to win the war. This is not the first time Trump has expressed optimism about a quick resolution, having previously suggested he could assess peace possibilities within a similar timeframe.
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An investigation reveals that the deployment of the National Guard to address homelessness in Washington, D.C., is significantly more expensive than providing affordable housing. The estimated daily cost of the military deployment, involving nearly 2,100 troops, exceeds $1.1 million. Conversely, providing affordable housing for all homeless individuals in D.C. would cost approximately $255,166, a fraction of the military expenditure. Despite the costly deployment and arrests, research suggests that providing housing actually reduces crime, while the administration simultaneously seeks to cut funding for public housing initiatives.
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A recent video posted on Instagram showed President Trump golfing and revealed a noticeable difficulty in his gait, prompting renewed concern about his health. The video showed Trump dragging his right leg and struggling to walk in a straight line. This comes after another instance earlier this month when his unsteady walk was observed during a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Additionally, a new bruise on his left hand, following prior bruising on his right hand, has raised further questions, though the White House attributes the marks to frequent handshaking.
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In an unprecedented move, former President Donald Trump announced the firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing allegations of mortgage fraud as the cause. This action marks the first time a president has fired a central bank governor in the Fed’s history, raising questions about the legality and implications of such a decision. The dismissal has sparked concern over the Fed’s independence, as Trump has previously criticized the central bank’s interest rate decisions, potentially aiming to exert political influence over monetary policy. The firing’s legality is uncertain, as the law only allows removal “for cause”, a term whose boundaries are undefined, but the move has already impacted the US dollar index, which dropped in value following the announcement.
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During an executive order signing, President Trump appeared confused, referring to an imaginary governor named “Kristi Whitman” and then seemingly self-correcting to “Kristi Whitmer,” which could have been a reference to Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Trump also discussed topics related to the Great Lakes and the potential threat of carp. The President’s verbal miscues continued as he also appeared to confuse several other people’s names, including former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and even forgetting the names of people standing right behind him. These incidents are part of a pattern of verbal stumbles by the President, including the mistaken references to Russia and other past gaffes.
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During a recent public spat with Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, President Trump remarked that Pritzker “ought to spend more time at the gym.” This comment, aimed at a Democrat who has criticized Trump’s attempts to deploy troops in other cities, is not the first time the president has commented on Pritzker’s weight. In light of these remarks, social media users and Pritzker himself, have been quick to point out that the president’s health has also been under scrutiny. Trump’s height and weight have fluctuated throughout his recent booking documents, and social media users have since responded to the comments with unflattering photos and comparisons.
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Despite a Supreme Court ruling protecting flag burning as free speech, President Trump has issued an order directing the Department of Justice to prosecute anyone who desecrates the American flag, seeking to overturn the 1989 decision. The order aims to criminalize flag burning, potentially leading to a year of incarceration, contradicting the First Amendment. This directive also instructs the Secretary of State to deny visas and other benefits to foreign nationals who desecrate the flag, further restricting free speech. Legal experts have criticized the order, asserting that it cannot override the First Amendment’s protections for symbolic speech, even if offensive.
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A recent YouGov/Economist poll reveals a significant increase in strong disapproval of President Trump’s second term. The poll found that 47% of respondents strongly disapprove, compared to 23% who strongly approve, marking an 11-point increase in strong disapproval since the beginning of his term. Democrats displayed even stronger negative sentiment, with 83% strongly disapproving, while a little over half of Republican supporters strongly approved. Overall approval ratings for Trump stand at 40%, with 56% disapproval, and historical data indicates that his approval ratings are lower than those of other modern presidents at this point in their second terms.
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John Q. Hosedrinker
Trump, 79, Appears to Struggle Walking at Golf Outing
A recent video posted on Instagram showed President Trump golfing and revealed a noticeable difficulty in his gait, prompting renewed concern about his health. The video showed Trump dragging his right leg and struggling to walk in a straight line. This comes after another instance earlier this month when his unsteady walk was observed during a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Additionally, a new bruise on his left hand, following prior bruising on his right hand, has raised further questions, though the White House attributes the marks to frequent handshaking.
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