While planning for Donald Trump’s upcoming state visit to the UK is underway, there has been no formal request for him to address Parliament, unlike President Macron’s recent visit. Concerns have been raised by some MPs regarding Trump’s past comments and stances, with one MP explicitly requesting the Speaker to prevent him from addressing Parliament. The timing of the visit in September, coinciding with a parliamentary recess, might offer a diplomatic solution to avoid potential controversy. Although no formal address is guaranteed, such decisions are part of the planning process, and Trump’s first state visit in 2019 did not include one.
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Comedian and podcaster Andrew Schulz, known for his large following of young men, has expressed disappointment with former President Donald Trump despite previously supporting him. Schulz, who predicted a Trump landslide victory, now criticizes Trump for actions that contradict his campaign promises, particularly regarding war funding and budget increases. Recent administration controversies have led Schulz to question Trump’s ability to enact meaningful change. He also acknowledged his initial support for Trump stemmed from a desire for change from the status quo, but now feels Trump has failed to deliver on many promises, as was previously warned by Pete Buttigieg.
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The article details the appointment of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, known for his negative views of the New York City subway, as interim NASA administrator. This follows the withdrawal of Jared Isaacman’s nomination, reportedly due to Isaacman’s past political affiliations. Trump announced Duffy’s appointment via Truth Social, praising his work in transportation and expressing confidence in his leadership at NASA. This shift occurs amidst a public disagreement between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, potentially impacting Isaacman’s nomination.
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President Trump faced criticism from his base following his response to a reporter’s question about Jeffrey Epstein during a Cabinet meeting. He questioned why the reporter was asking about Epstein, considering other ongoing issues. This reaction, which seemed dismissive of the Epstein case, drew strong negative reactions from prominent MAGA figures, including commentators and podcast hosts. Critics expressed disappointment and frustration with Trump’s perceived downplaying of the Epstein matter. The FBI and Department of Justice concluded that no further disclosure would be appropriate.
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California’s stance against the Trump administration’s demand to ban transgender athletes is a pretty significant move, and it’s sparking a lot of discussion. Essentially, the state is refusing to comply with a resolution agreement that would force it to restrict transgender athletes from participating in sports based on their gender identity. Furthermore, the agreement wanted California to apologize to cisgender female athletes who may have lost competitions to transgender girls. It’s a strong message, and it highlights a clash between state and federal priorities.
Now, a lot of the comments are touching on the irony of this situation. Some are pointing out how this demand seems to go against the traditional Republican stance of state’s rights and small government.… Continue reading
A recent YouGov poll, released in the second quarter of 2025, indicates that President Donald Trump’s popularity has fallen below that of former President Joe Biden and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Trump currently holds the 17th position in the rankings, with only 37% of adults holding a positive opinion of him. The top of the list is dominated by Democrats, including former President Jimmy Carter at number one and former President Barack Obama at number two. Trump’s recent policy moves, such as the “ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL ACT,” are mentioned in his Truth Social post, where he discusses plans for mass deportations.
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The IRS has proposed a policy change that would allow pastors to endorse political candidates from the pulpit without jeopardizing their church’s tax-exempt status, effectively creating an exemption from the Johnson Amendment. This proposed interpretation stems from a joint court filing with the National Religious Broadcasters Association, aiming to halt enforcement of the amendment against the plaintiffs. The Johnson Amendment currently prohibits tax-exempt organizations, including churches, from endorsing or opposing political candidates, but the IRS now suggests this should not apply to communications during religious services through regular channels. This stance, though largely mirroring existing IRS practices, could significantly increase political expression within churches, as noted by experts in nonprofit law.
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The far-right AfD party in Germany, now the largest opposition group, faces growing calls for a ban due to its classification as an extremist entity by the country’s domestic intelligence agency, citing racist and anti-Muslim sentiments. This classification has reignited attempts to outlaw the party, despite its significant electoral success. The legal process to ban the AfD is lengthy and unprecedented, requiring proof of actively working against the free democratic order and posing a tangible threat to democracy. However, the CDU, a major political party, has expressed caution about the ban, fearing it could backfire and further radicalize the AfD’s supporters, while the party has also enjoyed vocal support from the Trump administration.
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No tax on tips. It sounds simple, right? Almost too good to be true. And, as it turns out, that’s because it was. The promise, a shiny bauble dangled before a hungry electorate, came with a hefty dose of “fine print,” transforming a seemingly straightforward proposition into a complex and, for many, disappointing reality.
The devil, as they say, is in the details. In this case, the details revealed that the “no tax on tips” pledge wasn’t a complete exemption. Instead, it was capped at a specific income level, meaning that those whose earnings exceeded a certain threshold would still be subject to taxation on their tips.… Continue reading
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