President Trump’s recent comments regarding the need for foreign workers to fill high-skill roles, particularly those in the tech sector, have sparked outrage among his base. During an interview on Fox News, Trump stated the US economy needs to “bring in talent” via the H-1B visa program, contradicting his “America First” agenda. This has led to accusations of betraying his supporters, with many expressing concern over the potential impact on American workers and the upcoming midterm elections. Trump’s stance on the H-1B program has fluctuated throughout his career, adding to the controversy and highlighting the program’s divisive nature within the Republican party and beyond.
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U.S. Catholic bishops have elected Archbishop Paul Coakley as their new president, signaling a conservative direction for the conference during Donald Trump’s second term. Coakley, known for his conservative views, previously served as secretary and defeated centrist candidate Bishop Daniel Flores, who was elected vice president. This choice may heighten tensions with the Vatican and its emphasis on inclusivity, as many U.S. bishops often disagree with the Vatican. The bishops are currently working on a statement regarding immigration, advocating for migrants’ rights while grappling with the Trump administration’s policies.
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Newly released emails from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, obtained by the House Oversight Committee, contain references to Donald Trump. In a 2011 email, Epstein mentioned a victim spending time with Trump, while a 2019 email discusses Trump allegedly asking Epstein to resign from Mar-a-Lago, as well as knowledge of Epstein’s offenses. An email exchange with author Michael Wolff in 2015 also reveals discussions about how to handle potential questions about their relationship during a CNN debate. The White House press secretary has responded with a statement claiming the emails are a smear campaign.
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The Trump administration seized on DoorDash’s claim that breakfast food prices had decreased by 14% to suggest an economic improvement. However, this statistic is misleading due to its limited scope. The DoorDash “Breakfast Basics Index” only includes the prices of eggs, milk, a bagel, and an avocado, excluding significant breakfast staples. Consequently, this narrow focus ignores the rising prices of items like coffee, bread, bacon, and orange juice, which have experienced substantial increases, thus making the overall cost of breakfast more expensive.
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President Trump has been the subject of controversy due to the ongoing renovations at the White House, with critics alleging the use of Home Depot materials. Despite Trump’s assertion that the gold finishes are not from the home improvement store, social media users continue to perpetuate the claim. The renovations, which include a new ballroom and the redecoration of the Oval Office, have drawn both praise and criticism, reflecting the political polarization in the United States. Trump’s actions have sparked reactions ranging from concerns over the preservation of the White House’s history to criticisms over the allocation of resources during governmental shutdowns.
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The White House has dismissed the latest Epstein emails referencing President Trump as a “hoax” and identified Virginia Giuffre as the victim mentioned in one email. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt claimed Democrats “selectively leaked” the emails to smear the president, emphasizing Giuffre’s previous statements that Trump was not involved in any wrongdoing. The administration reiterated Trump’s past actions and accused news outlets of distracting from his accomplishments. The emails, made public by the House Oversight Committee, suggest a deeper connection between Trump and Epstein than previously acknowledged, particularly in the 2011 messages from Epstein.
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Jonathan Braun, previously granted clemency by Donald Trump in 2021, has been sentenced to 27 months in prison for violating the terms of his supervised release. Braun, who had his federal drug trafficking sentence commuted, was accused of sexually assaulting his children’s nanny and physically abusing a 3-year-old child. This marks Braun as the eighth individual granted clemency by Trump who has since been accused of further crimes. Braun, who was previously a high-ranking member of an international drug smuggling operation, was also ordered to undergo rehabilitation.
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Newly released emails from the House Oversight Committee reveal multiple mentions of President Trump by Jeffrey Epstein. The White House has not yet issued a comment on the matter. Epstein abuse survivor Liz Stein is scheduled to share her reaction and advocate for the complete release of all related files.
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In a recent interview with Fox News, President Trump defended the H1-B visa program, arguing that the U.S. requires skilled foreign workers due to a lack of “certain talents” domestically. He cited the Georgia Hyundai facility raid as an example, highlighting the need for specialized skills. The president, despite prior crackdowns on immigration, asserted the necessity of these workers. Trump also noted that it is good to have outside countries in the U.S. such as Chinese nationals.
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Newly released emails from Jeffrey Epstein, obtained by House Democrats, appear to implicate former President Donald Trump in his sex trafficking operation. Epstein’s emails included claims that Trump had spent considerable time at his residence and was aware of the underage girls involved. These shocking revelations, included in over 23,000 documents from the Epstein case, contradict Trump’s previous assertions that he was unaware of Epstein’s activities. Further details will be released as the case develops.
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