A new website, Trump Golf Tracker, reveals President Trump has spent 17.86% of his second term golfing, totaling five days out of the first 28. This follows a first term where he visited Trump Organization properties for nearly a third of his presidency, playing an estimated 261 rounds of golf. The site also tracks rising egg and gasoline prices, contrasting Trump’s campaign promises with current economic realities; egg prices have more than doubled since the end of the Biden administration. The tracker, created by The Alt Media, utilizes publicly available data.
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President Trump appealed to the Supreme Court, citing its July 1, 2024 ruling granting presidents near-absolute immunity, after a lower court blocked his dismissal of special counsel Hampton Dellinger. The appeal hinges on the Supreme Court’s assertion of the president’s “unrestricted power” to remove executive officers. Acting Solicitor General Harris argued that preventing the president from exercising this power severely harms the executive branch and separation of powers. A lower court judge reinstated Dellinger, criticizing the White House for the disruption caused by the firing.
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Former Vice President Mike Pence, through his organization Advancing American Freedom (AAF), is actively engaging in conservative advocacy, criticizing the current administration when necessary while praising policies he agrees with. AAF recently spent nearly $1 million opposing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s appointment and is now lobbying against other nominees, focusing on issues like military spending, the deficit, and tariffs. Pence emphasizes a principles-based approach, prioritizing conservative values, and believes many Republicans share his views despite the rise of populism. He aims to influence the administration and the party, acting as a counterbalance to what he perceives as a shift towards more government intervention.
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Judge Amy Berman Jackson temporarily reinstated Hampton Dellinger, the fired head of the Office of Special Counsel, pending a decision on his request for a temporary restraining order. Dellinger’s removal by President Trump is being challenged in court, with Dellinger arguing his dismissal lacked legal basis. The judge’s order prevents the Trump administration from replacing Dellinger or denying him access to agency resources. The Trump administration is appealing the ruling, and this action follows the removal of the Office of Government Ethics director, David Huitema. These firings are part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to reshape the federal government.
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Following a U.S. diplomatic push perceived as prioritizing Russia over European allies, European leaders convened in Paris to address the ensuing security concerns. The meeting underscored the EU’s insistence on involvement in U.S.-Russia negotiations regarding Ukraine, despite both Moscow and Washington dismissing a European role. While some leaders like the U.K. Prime Minister advocated for U.S. backing and considered troop deployments after a peace agreement, others stressed the importance of preventing a dictated peace that rewards the aggressor. Significant disagreements emerged regarding the meeting’s exclusivity and the appropriate level of European military involvement, highlighting divisions within the EU.
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Donald Trump’s proposal to make Canada the 51st US state has been met with overwhelming opposition from Canadians. A recent poll revealed that 90% of Canadians reject this idea, primarily due to their strong preference for their existing universal healthcare system and national identity. Trump, however, maintains his stance, falsely claiming that Canadians would benefit from American healthcare. This assertion ignores the significant differences in healthcare systems and outcomes between the two nations.
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Donald Trump’s Daytona 500 appearance, which included a pre-race track lap in his armored vehicle, coincided with a rain delay. This event, following a similar appearance at the Super Bowl, highlights the considerable cost of presidential travel and security, running into tens of millions of dollars annually. The expenses incurred contrast sharply with the Trump administration’s purported focus on cutting government waste, especially given Elon Musk’s controversial “DOGE” operation’s actions, which have included firings and subsequent rehirings of federal employees. Trump’s frequent visits to his personal properties raise questions about government spending and the influence of Musk within the administration.
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Trump and Musk’s drastic federal spending cuts, achieved through sweeping job and regulatory reductions, have prompted accusations of illegal actions and disregard for congressional and judicial authority. Multiple lawsuits allege violations of federal law, including the illegal firing of inspectors general and unauthorized access to sensitive government data. Judges have issued temporary injunctions against some of these actions, leading to attacks on the judiciary by Trump and Musk, further escalating concerns about threats to democratic processes and the rule of law. These actions, fueled by Musk’s substantial campaign donations to Trump, have raised serious questions regarding conflicts of interest and the abuse of executive power.
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A Washington state judge issued a preliminary injunction against President Trump’s executive order banning gender-affirming care for transgender minors, deeming it unconstitutional. The order blocks federal funding for such treatments and potentially criminalizes the medical procedures themselves, exceeding the President’s authority. The judge cited violations of the separation of powers and the Equal Protection Clause of the Fifth Amendment. This preliminary injunction follows a temporary restraining order and is expected to be appealed, potentially reaching the Supreme Court.
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Ten years after Russia’s expulsion from the G8 for its annexation of Crimea, Donald Trump advocated for Russia’s reinstatement, blaming previous administrations for the conflict in Ukraine. He further proposed a 50 percent reduction in the US defense budget, contingent on negotiations with Russia and China to achieve similar cuts. Trump asserted that Russia’s invasion was provoked by Ukraine’s potential NATO membership and expressed a belief that Putin desires peace, despite evidence to the contrary. He notably refrained from demanding any territorial concessions from Russia in any potential settlement.
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Trump’s 17% Golfing Presidency: A Waste of Time or a Welcome Distraction?
A new website, Trump Golf Tracker, reveals President Trump has spent 17.86% of his second term golfing, totaling five days out of the first 28. This follows a first term where he visited Trump Organization properties for nearly a third of his presidency, playing an estimated 261 rounds of golf. The site also tracks rising egg and gasoline prices, contrasting Trump’s campaign promises with current economic realities; egg prices have more than doubled since the end of the Biden administration. The tracker, created by The Alt Media, utilizes publicly available data.
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Supreme Court Ruling Grants Trump Unrestricted Power to Fire
President Trump appealed to the Supreme Court, citing its July 1, 2024 ruling granting presidents near-absolute immunity, after a lower court blocked his dismissal of special counsel Hampton Dellinger. The appeal hinges on the Supreme Court’s assertion of the president’s “unrestricted power” to remove executive officers. Acting Solicitor General Harris argued that preventing the president from exercising this power severely harms the executive branch and separation of powers. A lower court judge reinstated Dellinger, criticizing the White House for the disruption caused by the firing.
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Pence Challenges Trump: Too Little, Too Late?
Former Vice President Mike Pence, through his organization Advancing American Freedom (AAF), is actively engaging in conservative advocacy, criticizing the current administration when necessary while praising policies he agrees with. AAF recently spent nearly $1 million opposing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s appointment and is now lobbying against other nominees, focusing on issues like military spending, the deficit, and tariffs. Pence emphasizes a principles-based approach, prioritizing conservative values, and believes many Republicans share his views despite the rise of populism. He aims to influence the administration and the party, acting as a counterbalance to what he perceives as a shift towards more government intervention.
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Court Reinstates Fired Whistleblower Agency Head; Trump Appeals to Supreme Court
Judge Amy Berman Jackson temporarily reinstated Hampton Dellinger, the fired head of the Office of Special Counsel, pending a decision on his request for a temporary restraining order. Dellinger’s removal by President Trump is being challenged in court, with Dellinger arguing his dismissal lacked legal basis. The judge’s order prevents the Trump administration from replacing Dellinger or denying him access to agency resources. The Trump administration is appealing the ruling, and this action follows the removal of the Office of Government Ethics director, David Huitema. These firings are part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to reshape the federal government.
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Europe Convenes Emergency Meeting Amid Fears of Trump Isolating Allies
Following a U.S. diplomatic push perceived as prioritizing Russia over European allies, European leaders convened in Paris to address the ensuing security concerns. The meeting underscored the EU’s insistence on involvement in U.S.-Russia negotiations regarding Ukraine, despite both Moscow and Washington dismissing a European role. While some leaders like the U.K. Prime Minister advocated for U.S. backing and considered troop deployments after a peace agreement, others stressed the importance of preventing a dictated peace that rewards the aggressor. Significant disagreements emerged regarding the meeting’s exclusivity and the appropriate level of European military involvement, highlighting divisions within the EU.
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Trump’s Canada Annexation Plan: A Death Sentence for Both Nations
Donald Trump’s proposal to make Canada the 51st US state has been met with overwhelming opposition from Canadians. A recent poll revealed that 90% of Canadians reject this idea, primarily due to their strong preference for their existing universal healthcare system and national identity. Trump, however, maintains his stance, falsely claiming that Canadians would benefit from American healthcare. This assertion ignores the significant differences in healthcare systems and outcomes between the two nations.
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Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Daytona Stunt Amid Federal Job Cuts
Donald Trump’s Daytona 500 appearance, which included a pre-race track lap in his armored vehicle, coincided with a rain delay. This event, following a similar appearance at the Super Bowl, highlights the considerable cost of presidential travel and security, running into tens of millions of dollars annually. The expenses incurred contrast sharply with the Trump administration’s purported focus on cutting government waste, especially given Elon Musk’s controversial “DOGE” operation’s actions, which have included firings and subsequent rehirings of federal employees. Trump’s frequent visits to his personal properties raise questions about government spending and the influence of Musk within the administration.
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Trump-Musk Purge: Experts Call It a Coup, Not Cost-Cutting
Trump and Musk’s drastic federal spending cuts, achieved through sweeping job and regulatory reductions, have prompted accusations of illegal actions and disregard for congressional and judicial authority. Multiple lawsuits allege violations of federal law, including the illegal firing of inspectors general and unauthorized access to sensitive government data. Judges have issued temporary injunctions against some of these actions, leading to attacks on the judiciary by Trump and Musk, further escalating concerns about threats to democratic processes and the rule of law. These actions, fueled by Musk’s substantial campaign donations to Trump, have raised serious questions regarding conflicts of interest and the abuse of executive power.
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Judge Rules Trump Executive Order Unconstitutional
A Washington state judge issued a preliminary injunction against President Trump’s executive order banning gender-affirming care for transgender minors, deeming it unconstitutional. The order blocks federal funding for such treatments and potentially criminalizes the medical procedures themselves, exceeding the President’s authority. The judge cited violations of the separation of powers and the Equal Protection Clause of the Fifth Amendment. This preliminary injunction follows a temporary restraining order and is expected to be appealed, potentially reaching the Supreme Court.
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Trump’s Proposed Defense Cuts and Russia’s G7 Reinstatement Spark Outrage
Ten years after Russia’s expulsion from the G8 for its annexation of Crimea, Donald Trump advocated for Russia’s reinstatement, blaming previous administrations for the conflict in Ukraine. He further proposed a 50 percent reduction in the US defense budget, contingent on negotiations with Russia and China to achieve similar cuts. Trump asserted that Russia’s invasion was provoked by Ukraine’s potential NATO membership and expressed a belief that Putin desires peace, despite evidence to the contrary. He notably refrained from demanding any territorial concessions from Russia in any potential settlement.
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