On a particular day, Trump delivered a rambling press briefing filled with unsubstantiated claims and bizarre statements, including comments about Somalis, his own accomplishments, and a witness in a recent death. His behavior was widely criticized as irrational and unfit for a leader. Further damaging international relations, Trump sent a deranged note to the leaders of Norway. He also insisted that the world would not be safe until America had complete control of Greenland.
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The Trump administration has admitted in a court filing that the “department of government efficiency” (Doge) improperly shared Americans’ social security data. The filing reveals a secret data-sharing agreement between a Doge member and a political advocacy group, and unauthorized use of a third-party server, Cloudflare. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is investigating potential Hatch Act violations due to political activity. The court filing details Doge’s access to sensitive systems and data despite a temporary restraining order, and the agency was unable to determine what data was transmitted.
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In a foreign policy speech, Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Canada’s strong opposition to tariffs on countries opposing U.S. annexation of Greenland and reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to NATO’s Article 5. Carney warned that the rules-based international order is fading, and great powers are using economic integration as weapons, leading to a rupture, not a transition. Canada benefited from this system but must now shift its strategic posture and, along with other “middle-powers,” band together to bargain with hegemons, acknowledging the reality of intensifying great power rivalry.
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Over the past two weeks, law enforcement has received numerous complaints of civil rights violations from U.S. citizens, including off-duty officers of color. These individuals have reported being targeted in traffic stops and on the street without cause, and in some cases, being harassed. According to Brooklyn Park Police Chief Mark Bruley, this raises serious concerns about the widespread targeting of people of color, with ICE agents appearing to engage in racial profiling and violating constitutional rights. The actions, allegedly at the direction of the Trump administration, are part of a broader effort to terrorize communities of color, particularly targeting the local Somali, Latino, and Asian populations.
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EU lawmakers stall US trade deal in protest over Greenland. It seems the political temperature has risen significantly, and the potential for a trade showdown between the European Union and the United States is brewing. The situation stems from the brewing discontent with the current US administration and their potential policies, specifically focusing on the idea of the US attempting to purchase Greenland.
EU lawmakers appear ready to use trade as leverage, a move that could significantly impact the US. The heart of the EU’s potential strategy, as I understand it, involves targeting trade areas where the US is particularly vulnerable.… Continue reading
President Trump’s address at the World Economic Forum emphasized America’s role as a global leader and economic engine. He explicitly advocated for the U.S. to acquire Greenland, despite previously softening his threats and asserting he would not use military force. Trump coupled his request with warnings and praise, illustrating his transactional approach to diplomacy. The speech also revealed long-standing grievances, coupled with his conviction that the unapologetic exercise of American power ensured global stability.
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Carney Speech on U.S. ‘Rupture’ and Canada’s Survival Draws Standing Ovation at Davos:
It’s fascinating to unpack the buzz around Prime Minister Mark Carney’s speech at Davos. The overwhelming response – a standing ovation – speaks volumes, doesn’t it? It seems to have resonated deeply with a global audience, which is quite a feat. While Carney’s proven himself a steady hand at the helm for Canadians, this speech appears to be his international coming-out party.
The core of the speech centered on what he termed a “rupture” – a clear reference to the shifting global landscape, particularly the decline of U.S.… Continue reading
Over the past two weeks, law enforcement officials have reported numerous civil rights violations in the Minneapolis area, with off-duty officers of color experiencing unlawful stops. These officers, aware of constitutional rights, have been targeted, with one even having their phone knocked from their hand while filming an interaction. Chief Bruley emphasized the concern that if such actions are occurring to officers, the frequency of similar violations against community members is likely even higher. This behavior underscores the belief that federal agents, driven by desperation, are engaging in racial profiling, targeting people of color, particularly Latinos, Asians, and the Somali community, in the area.
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Japan has restarted operations at the world’s largest nuclear power plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, marking the first such move since the 2011 Fukushima disaster. Despite safety concerns and operational setbacks, reactor number six is slated to begin commercial operation next month as part of Japan’s effort to increase its nuclear power capacity to meet energy demands and net-zero emission goals by 2050. However, the plant’s capacity will be significantly less than pre-Fukushima levels, and public trust remains fragile due to safety scandals and the lingering effects of the disaster. As a result, Japan’s nuclear power revival faces financial hurdles and continued opposition, despite government efforts to restart reactors.
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Matt Underwood
Trump’s Davos Speech: Slurred, Disjointed, and a Global Embarrassment
Over the past two weeks, law enforcement has received numerous complaints of civil rights violations from U.S. citizens, including off-duty officers of color. These individuals have reported being targeted in traffic stops and on the street without cause, and in some cases, being harassed. According to Brooklyn Park Police Chief Mark Bruley, this raises serious concerns about the widespread targeting of people of color, with ICE agents appearing to engage in racial profiling and violating constitutional rights. The actions, allegedly at the direction of the Trump administration, are part of a broader effort to terrorize communities of color, particularly targeting the local Somali, Latino, and Asian populations.
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