Bill Owens, executive producer of “60 Minutes,” resigned, citing interference with his editorial independence. This follows a $20 billion lawsuit filed by Donald Trump, alleging deceptive editing in a Kamala Harris interview, a claim CBS denies. Jake Tapper connected Owens’s resignation to Shari Redstone’s potential sale of Paramount to Skydance Media, suggesting Redstone might settle the lawsuit to appease Trump and secure FCC approval. Legal experts deem Trump’s lawsuit meritless, yet its timing and potential implications for the sale remain highly suspect.
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New polling data from Harvard reveals a decline in President Trump’s support among young men, attributed to his economic policies. Bloomberg News’ David Gura and Tim Miller of the Bulwark Podcast joined Nicolle Wallace to analyze these findings. The discussion focused on the impact of the President’s economic performance on this key demographic. This shift in support highlights a potential vulnerability for the President’s reelection campaign.
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President Trump reiterated his desire to bolster domestic auto manufacturing, threatening to increase the 25% tariff on Canadian-made cars. He cited Canada’s significant role in auto production as a reason for this potential increase, despite previously suggesting a temporary exemption. This tariff escalation, if implemented, would further strain the already tense US-Canada trade relationship, impacting auto assembly lines and potentially raising vehicle prices for US consumers. Canadian political leaders have proposed various measures to mitigate the effects of these tariffs on the Canadian auto industry.
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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders urged former President Trump to overturn FEMA’s rejection of a disaster declaration following devastating March storms. Sanders’ letter highlighted the extensive damage, including fatalities and widespread destruction exceeding the state’s recovery capabilities. This request comes amidst the Trump administration’s history of politicizing disaster aid, previously delaying or denying funds based on political affiliations. The irony is that despite Republican efforts to dismantle FEMA, Arkansas, and other states, now desperately need its assistance.
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President Trump renewed his threat to raise tariffs on Canadian cars, potentially increasing them beyond the current 25 percent. He reiterated his false claim that the U.S. subsidizes Canada by $200 billion annually, while simultaneously suggesting annexation of Canada as the 51st state. Despite claiming to be working on a trade deal, Trump’s comments coincided with the Canadian federal election, seemingly influencing the campaign discourse. The Liberal leader, Mark Carney, has countered by emphasizing the need for a strong mandate to address Trump’s threats.
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President Trump’s administration denied Arkansas’s request for federal disaster aid following devastating tornadoes, citing insufficient damage to warrant federal intervention. This decision contrasts with former President Biden’s swift approval of similar requests and reflects Trump’s efforts to shift disaster response burdens to states. The denial leaves Arkansas struggling to fund recovery efforts, relying on volunteer organizations and state programs to fill the substantial funding gap left by the federal rejection. Governor Sanders has appealed the decision, highlighting the state’s dire need for assistance.
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Citadel CEO Ken Griffin criticizes President Trump’s policies, asserting that his aggressive approach is harming the US economy and international relationships. Trump’s actions, including trade tariffs and threats against the Federal Reserve, have eroded the reputation of US assets, resulting in a significant devaluation of the US dollar relative to the euro. This economic instability, Griffin argues, creates a zero-sum game where everyone loses, and risks long-term damage to America’s global standing and brand. He expresses deep concern over the damage inflicted on the US reputation, drawing parallels to the administration’s attacks on institutions like Harvard University.
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A 2021 federal judge ruling deemed the case against Ameen dubious, leading to his release. However, ICE subsequently initiated deportation proceedings, ultimately deporting him to Rwanda under the Biden administration. This deportation, based on weak evidence, marks Ameen as the first deported to Rwanda under the Trump administration’s policies. The article questions whether Ameen will receive restitution or face a similar fate to Abrego Garcia, left stranded abroad.
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Despite White House claims of imminent success, President Trump’s “90 deals in 90 days” trade initiative yielded zero results, mirroring a broader pattern of unfulfilled promises. Numerous assertions portraying Trump as a master dealmaker, repeated by administration officials and media personalities, directly contradict his lack of significant legislative achievements. This persistent myth of Trump’s negotiating prowess ignores his consistent failure to broker major deals, even on issues he prioritized. Ultimately, his record reveals a stark disconnect between self-proclaimed abilities and actual outcomes.
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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders requested federal disaster relief funds from former President Trump after devastating tornadoes, despite previously opposing federal intervention. Trump rejected her initial request, citing his belief that states should handle such situations independently. Sanders subsequently appealed the decision, highlighting the catastrophic damage and loss of life. This reversal marks a sharp contrast to her past statements against “big government” and aligns with Trump’s broader agenda of reducing federal spending and potentially abolishing FEMA.
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