GD Culture Group, a small Chinese e-commerce firm with ties to the Chinese government, recently invested $300 million in both Bitcoin and Donald Trump’s $TRUMP meme cryptocurrency. The investment, funded through a stock sale to an undisclosed entity in the British Virgin Islands, marks the first known instance of a Chinese government-linked company purchasing $TRUMP. This purchase coincides with Trump’s recent $TRUMP coin promotion, a contest offering a private dinner to top buyers, raising concerns about potential corruption and the use of the cryptocurrency to influence the former president. The investment’s exact allocation between Bitcoin and $TRUMP remains unclear, yet it underscores the $TRUMP coin’s ability to attract foreign investment seeking access to Trump.
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Former FBI Director James Comey’s Instagram post featuring “86 47” sparked accusations of inciting violence against President Trump, despite Comey’s apology citing unawareness of the number’s violent connotations. Simultaneously, critics highlighted the hypocrisy of conservatives who previously used “86 46” to advocate for President Biden’s impeachment. This apparent double standard fueled widespread outrage on social media, with users pointing out the disparate interpretations of the numerical slogans. The Secret Service confirmed their investigation into the matter, emphasizing their commitment to protecting high-profile individuals from credible threats. The incident underscored the highly charged political climate and the potential for misinterpretations in online communication.
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Following a press conference, President Trump nearly left the Oval Office without signing a key executive order, prompting renewed concerns about his mental fitness. This incident follows a string of recent gaffes, including misidentifying images and locations. Social media users reacted with comments questioning his cognitive abilities, drawing parallels to past criticisms leveled against President Biden. The event marks a recurrence of similar past incidents where Trump has nearly departed without signing executive orders.
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The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 to temporarily block the deportation of Venezuelan nationals under the Alien Enemies Act, citing insufficient notice and resources provided by the Trump administration before their removal. The court found the 24-hour notice given before deportation inadequate, mandating a lower court revisit the appropriate notice period. While not addressing the Act’s proper application, the decision grants temporary relief pending the lower court’s determination, acknowledging both national security interests and constitutional due process. Justices Alito and Thomas dissented, questioning the urgency of the situation and criticizing the lower court’s actions.
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Concluding his Middle Eastern tour in the UAE, President Trump received a small amount of Murban crude oil as a gift from Sultan Al Jaber. The president jokingly expressed his disappointment at the gift’s size, despite acknowledging its high quality. This presentation occurred during a business forum at Abu Dhabi’s Qasr Al Watan palace, also attended by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The visit included a significant Boeing-Etihad Airways deal announced earlier, totaling over $14.5 billion.
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Facing a potential defeat of his tax bill, the president urged Republican unity on Truth Social, demanding they support “THE ONE, BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL!” He decried internal dissent as grandstanding and blamed the Democrats for the current economic situation. Despite the president’s pleas, however, committee members expressed their weariness with the situation.
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Slovenian police are investigating the theft of a bronze statue of Melania Trump, sawed off at the ankles from its location in her hometown of Sevnica. The statue, a replacement for a previously burned wooden version, was reportedly removed sometime between Sunday and Tuesday. Local reactions to the theft have been mixed, with at least one resident expressing indifference to its disappearance. Police are currently working to identify and apprehend those responsible for the vandalism.
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The UAE and US have agreed to build the world’s largest AI campus outside the US, a deal facilitated by the Trump administration and granting the UAE access to advanced US AI chips, potentially including 500,000 Nvidia chips annually. This agreement, involving US companies managing data centers, reverses previous restrictions aimed at preventing technology access by China. While boosting the UAE’s AI ambitions and benefiting US tech companies, the deal raises concerns about potential Chinese access to sensitive technology. The campus, a 10-square-mile facility in Abu Dhabi, will be built by a UAE firm but operated by US companies to ensure secure management.
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A recent poll reveals widespread disapproval of President Trump’s performance, with 56% disapproving of his overall job. Negative ratings dominate key policy areas, including inflation, the economy, and foreign policy. While border security garners approval, overall immigration policy remains unpopular. These trends, particularly among key demographics, raise concerns about the impact on future elections.
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The Supreme Court heard arguments regarding President Trump’s executive order restricting birthright citizenship, focusing less on the order’s constitutionality and more on the use of nationwide injunctions by lower courts. The administration argued that these injunctions create inefficiencies and encourage forum shopping, while Justice Jackson countered that eliminating them would force countless individual lawsuits, effectively allowing the government to circumvent judicial review indefinitely. This debate highlights the tension between individual rights and the efficient implementation of federal policy, with the Court’s decision to potentially limit nationwide injunctions having far-reaching consequences. The case touches upon historical precedent, the 14th Amendment, and the practical implications of resolving such disputes on a case-by-case basis.
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