Following President Trump’s executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of America,” Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum affirmed that the name change only applies to the U.S. portion of the body of water. The order, signed on January 20th, 2025, declared the Gulf’s importance to the American economy. Sheinbaum stated that Mexico, and the rest of the world, will continue to refer to it as the Gulf of Mexico. This action follows Trump’s recent pronouncements regarding the annexation of Canada and Greenland, and the potential retaking of the Panama Canal.
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Following a sermon at the National Cathedral directly addressing President Trump, Bishop Mariann Budde has refused to apologize for her plea for compassion towards vulnerable groups targeted by recent executive orders. Her sermon urged mercy and empathy from the President, specifically addressing concerns about anti-immigrant and anti-transgender rhetoric. Despite facing criticism and even threats, Bishop Budde maintains her message was sincere and regrets only the resulting escalation of outrage, which she views as a confirmation of the divisive climate she addressed. The Bishop’s remarks follow President Trump’s implementation of controversial policies impacting immigrants and transgender individuals.
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Following a sermon delivered at the National Cathedral, where she implored President Trump to show mercy to immigrants and LGBTQ+ children, Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde was attacked by the former president on Truth Social. Trump labeled her a “Radical Left hard line Trump hater” and demanded an apology for her “ungracious” politicization of the church service. Budde’s sermon directly addressed Trump’s recent executive orders on immigration and gender, prompting both support and intense criticism. Despite the backlash, including death threats, Budde affirmed her commitment to advocating for vulnerable populations.
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President Trump’s second inauguration, coinciding with the 15th anniversary of the Citizens United ruling, highlights the profound influence of big money in politics. The presence of several tech billionaires at the inauguration underscores this, with their collective net worth exceeding $1 trillion. Analysis reveals that a mere ten megadonors contributed over 44% of the funds supporting Trump’s election, a level of concentration unprecedented in presidential campaigns. This extreme reliance on a small group of wealthy individuals is a direct consequence of Citizens United’s removal of restrictions on political spending.
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President Trump’s first day back in office saw him sign numerous executive orders, a significant portion of which directly mirrored proposals from the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025. This policy blueprint, previously distanced from by Trump, includes actions such as withdrawing from international agreements and boosting domestic oil production. The implementation of Project 2025 highlights the influence of conservative think tanks and their corporate backing in shaping the administration’s agenda. With Republican control of Congress, this conservative agenda will likely be swiftly enacted.
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OpenAI and SoftBank will spearhead a $100 billion private investment in American AI infrastructure, a project championed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman as crucial for national re-industrialization and job creation. This initiative, termed “Stargate,” aims to significantly bolster the nation’s digital capabilities. However, Elon Musk’s recent actions, potentially jeopardizing the project’s success, highlight the complex and potentially volatile relationship between key players. Analysts suggest this dynamic mirrors past power struggles, raising concerns about the long-term stability of the partnership.
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President Trump issued an executive order withdrawing the US from the OECD’s global minimum corporate tax agreement, threatening Ireland’s significant corporate tax revenue. This action targets countries imposing “extraterritorial” levies on US multinationals, potentially impacting Ireland’s reliance on taxes from US companies headquartered there. The Irish Department of Finance is reviewing the order, while the IDA Ireland emphasizes that taxation is only one factor attracting foreign direct investment. The EU expressed regret over the decision and stated its commitment to the tax reforms, though uncertainty remains regarding potential retaliatory measures and escalating trade disputes.
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President Trump pardoned David Dempsey, a January 6th rioter sentenced to 20 years for violently assaulting police officers, including stomping on their heads. This pardon, among others for those convicted of violent crimes during the riot, is drawing significant criticism. Prosecutors described Dempsey’s actions as exceptionally brutal, highlighting his use of various weapons against law enforcement. The pardons fulfill a campaign promise but are condemned by some lawmakers as undermining justice and ignoring the severe consequences of the Capitol attack.
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