Reports reveal the Trump administration, using Palantir, a data analytics firm co-founded by Peter Thiel, is developing a national citizen database. This has sparked outrage among many Trump supporters, who express feelings of betrayal and concern over privacy violations. Critics compare the initiative to authoritarian surveillance systems, highlighting the potential for misuse of personal information across various government agencies. The White House defends the project as a means to increase efficiency and save taxpayer money, while experts warn of serious threats to civil liberties.
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Wall Street traders have nicknamed President Trump “TACO” (Trump Always Chickens Out), reflecting his pattern of issuing tariff threats, causing market drops, then retreating. This nickname, however, may backfire; one expert predicts Trump will maintain tariffs to counter the perceived insult. Trump’s furious reaction to the nickname underscores its impact and his sensitivity to criticism of his trade tactics. The ongoing legal challenge to his reciprocal tariff policy adds further economic uncertainty.
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Following a Molotov cocktail attack in Boulder, Colorado, President Trump blamed the incident on the Biden administration’s immigration policies, citing the suspect’s overstayed tourist visa. While the suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, initially entered legally, he subsequently overstayed his visa and was granted work authorization. The White House echoed these sentiments, alleging insufficient vetting procedures. However, no information indicates Soliman had a prior criminal record, and the precise timing and administration responsible for his visa remain unclear.
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Post-World War II, the U.S. became a global scientific leader due to an influx of displaced European scientists, notably German Jewish scholars fleeing Nazi persecution. This “brain drain” significantly benefited the Allies and fueled American scientific advancement for decades. However, the current administration’s policies, including targeting foreign students and defunding research, are reversing this trend. This mirrors the detrimental impact of Nazi policies on German science, potentially leading to a similar loss of global scientific leadership. Consequently, other nations are actively recruiting this departing talent, creating a significant threat to America’s future scientific innovation and economic competitiveness.
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Former Obama advisor Susan Rice criticized President Trump’s reported receipt of only twelve presidential daily briefings in over 100 days, deeming this a significant oversight. Rice highlighted the lack of a structured decision-making process within the Trump White House, questioning the President’s access to crucial intelligence information. She argued that such infrequent briefings would be considered a major scandal for any other president, raising concerns about the President’s preparedness and decision-making capabilities. Reports indicate efforts are underway to reformat the briefings to better suit Trump’s preferences.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has mandated that its physicians and scientists require pre-approval from political appointees before publishing in medical journals or speaking publicly. This directive, issued following the publication of a critical article in the New England Journal of Medicine, requires coordination with the VA’s public affairs office for all media engagements. The policy, while claimed to be longstanding, is seen by critics as censorship, particularly given concurrent efforts to restrict scientific research funding and publication. The authors of the article, which highlighted the negative impact of VA budget cuts on veterans’ healthcare, reported receiving support from colleagues despite the administration’s actions.
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Former President Trump recently shared a baseless conspiracy theory on Truth Social, alleging that President Biden was replaced by a robotic clone after his death in 2020. This claim, quickly embraced by some supporters, cites unsubstantiated evidence such as changes in Biden’s appearance. Simultaneously, Trump promoted another conspiracy theory involving a supposedly deleted interview with Stephen Colbert, which remains readily accessible online. Critics have expressed concern over these unfounded accusations. The White House has been contacted for comment.
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Jordin Melgar-Salmeron, a Salvadoran man, was deported despite a federal appeals court order blocking his removal. The government attributes the deportation, which occurred minutes after the order, to “a confluence of administrative errors,” citing communication breakdowns between ICE offices in Buffalo and Louisiana. This incident follows other instances of alleged wrongful deportations under the Trump administration, raising concerns about due process. The government maintains the deportation did not violate the court order because it began before the order was formally issued, a claim disputed by Melgar-Salmeron’s lawyer.
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Conservative Karol Nawrocki narrowly defeated liberal Rafał Trzaskowski in Poland’s presidential runoff, securing 50.89% of the vote. This victory signals a shift towards a more populist and nationalist direction for Poland, a nation deeply divided along ideological lines. Nawrocki, backed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, will succeed Andrzej Duda and wield significant influence over foreign policy and legislation despite the prime minister holding most day-to-day power. His win likely prevents the current prime minister from fulfilling key electoral promises, potentially impacting his own tenure.
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