China issued a strong warning to the U.S. regarding President Trump’s $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense program, claiming it violates the peaceful use of space and risks sparking an arms race. The Pentagon, citing Defense Secretary Hegseth, defended the initiative as necessary to protect the nation from aerial attacks by integrating existing and new space-based technologies. This system, planned for completion by 2029, would deploy weapons in space for the first time for the U.S., a move condemned by China, Russia, and North Korea as destabilizing. The Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson explicitly accused the U.S. of militarizing space and urged a halt to further expansion.
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Following a federal court ruling partially invalidating President Trump’s tariffs, former Vice President Pence reiterated his stance that the president lacks the constitutional authority to unilaterally impose tariffs. Pence cited Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution, which grants Congress the power to levy taxes and duties. A federal court agreed, stating that the president’s invocation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to justify tariffs exceeded his authority. The administration has appealed the decision, keeping the tariffs temporarily in effect pending the appeal’s outcome.
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Michael Wolff suggests President Trump’s feud with Harvard stems from Trump’s own unsuccessful application to the university, contradicting claims that it’s due to Barron Trump’s rejection. The White House vehemently denies this, calling Wolff’s assertion “fake news.” While the president attended the University of Pennsylvania after Fordham, allegations persist that others assisted him with college entrance exams. This conflict escalated with the White House’s removal of federal funding from Harvard following disputes over diversity programs.
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Donald Trump’s $20 billion defamation lawsuit against CBS News, stemming from a 60 Minutes interview with Kamala Harris, continues to unfold. Trump’s legal team claims the interview caused him “mental anguish” and accuses CBS of using the First Amendment as a shield for “news distortion.” Paramount, CBS’s parent company, initially sought to dismiss the suit but has since offered a $15 million settlement, a figure Trump reportedly rejected. However, the settlement discussions have been complicated by internal tensions at CBS and concerns about potential legal repercussions, including investigations into possible bribery.
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Bernie Sanders attributes Kamala Harris’s 2020 election loss to her campaign’s focus on wealthy donors and insufficient attention to working-class concerns. He argues that Harris prioritized relationships with billionaires like Mark Cuban over addressing issues such as healthcare, wages, and housing affordability, ultimately alienating potential voters. Sanders contends that this strategic miscalculation, coupled with a reliance on consultants, resulted in a missed opportunity to win the election. He concludes that the Democratic Party needs to clearly articulate its commitment to working-class Americans to avoid repeating this failure.
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Senator Sheldon Whitehouse argued on MSNBC that Donald Trump’s corruption escalated during his second term. A key example cited was the U.S. Court of International Trade’s intervention, which prevented Trump from implementing damaging tariffs. This judicial action, according to Whitehouse, effectively saved Trump from his own self-destructive actions. The discussion highlighted the increasingly concerning levels of alleged corruption during Trump’s presidency.
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Attorney General Pam Bondi ended the American Bar Association’s (ABA) access to nonpublic information on President Trump’s judicial nominees, citing the ABA’s perceived bias toward Democratic administrations and its function as an “activist group.” This decision prevents nominees from providing waivers for the ABA’s access to information, responding to questionnaires, or participating in interviews. The move follows past conservative criticisms of the ABA’s ratings, with previous presidents altering the organization’s role in the nomination process. This action comes despite the ABA’s long history as a nonpartisan organization that evaluates nominees’ qualifications.
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Governor Whitmer expressed deep disappointment over President Trump’s consideration of pardoning Adam Fox and Barry Croft Jr., who were convicted of plotting to kidnap her. The men were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their plot, fueled by anger over COVID-19 restrictions, despite claims of entrapment being rejected by the court. Trump’s comments dismissing the convictions as a “railroad job” and his potential pardon are viewed as undermining efforts to condemn political violence. Whitmer plans to convey her concerns directly to the White House.
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Former President Trump recently asserted that autism’s increased prevalence must stem from external factors, citing inaccurate statistics to support his claim. This statement contradicts the scientific consensus that genetics and family history significantly contribute to autism. Trump’s remarks, alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s similar pronouncements, are concerning given their potential influence on healthcare policy. These unsubstantiated claims, coupled with HHS’s reduced vaccine authorizations, threaten to undermine public health initiatives and exacerbate existing challenges.
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Harrison Ruffin Tyler, the last surviving grandson of President John Tyler, passed away at age 96 from natural causes. A successful chemical engineer, he later dedicated his time and resources to preserving historical sites, notably Sherwood Forest, his family’s ancestral home, and Fort Pocahontas. His philanthropic efforts included a significant donation to the College of William & Mary, establishing an endowment for its history department. He is survived by three children and eight grandchildren, and Sherwood Forest will remain in the family’s possession.
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