During a Q&A session, Donald Trump responded to a question from CNN’s Kaitlan Collins about his pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao with a dismissive rant, claiming he didn’t know much about crypto. Zhao, who served four months in prison for violating anti-money laundering regulations, had lobbied for the pardon. Trump stated he pardoned Zhao based on recommendations and reiterated his lack of knowledge about the situation. Zhao denied any deal-making in exchange for the pardon.
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The article details a situation where Donald Trump’s reaction to an Ontario ad campaign quoting Ronald Reagan backfired, leading to wider dissemination of Reagan’s views on tariffs. Trump falsely labeled the ad as “fake,” prompting the Reagan Foundation to support him by misrepresenting Reagan’s actual words, despite the quotes being accurate. As a result of this dispute, which also included the termination of trade negotiations with Canada, the public is now more aware of Reagan’s opposition to tariffs, directly contradicting Trump’s stance. Furthermore, Canada is now moving forward to establish trade partnerships with China.
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Trump likely to name White House ballroom after himself, officials say. Well, here we are, facing the seemingly inevitable: the strong likelihood that the new White House ballroom will bear the name of none other than Donald J. Trump. Senior administration officials, it seems, are already casually referring to it as “The President Donald J. Trump Ballroom,” and the prevailing sentiment is that this moniker is here to stay. Frankly, does anyone find this surprising? It aligns perfectly with a long-standing pattern of branding construction projects with his own name, a testament to his well-documented ego and love of self-promotion.
Now, let’s be honest, it’s pretty much a given that history won’t look kindly on his presidencies, and this move just cements that legacy further.… Continue reading
In late October 2025, a video of California Governor Gavin Newsom stating he would send knee pads to CEOs, universities, and Republicans “bending the knee” to Donald Trump began circulating on social media. The quote was pulled from a press event at the 2025 California Economic Summit, where Newsom made the statement and subsequently posted the clip on his official X account. The “patriot site” Newsom referenced then listed the knee pads for sale at a price of $0.00 but with a “sold out” label. Based on Newsom’s official statements, the claim is attributed as correct.
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Evidence appears to undercut claims against Letitia James, prosecutors found: Sources.
It seems the ground is shifting under the claims against Letitia James, and the emerging picture suggests the accusations might not be as solid as they initially seemed. The heart of the matter revolves around a loan James obtained for a property, with the assertion being that she secured favorable terms by misrepresenting its use. Specifically, the argument is that she portrayed it as a primary residence to get the loan, but then used it as a rental property, thus benefiting financially. However, early indications are that this narrative is crumbling under scrutiny.… Continue reading
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has paused an ad critical of tariffs featuring a quote from Ronald Reagan, after the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute claimed the ad misrepresented Reagan’s 1987 radio address and President Donald Trump terminated trade negotiations with Canada. Ford stated the intention was to spark conversation and achieved that goal, directing his team to air the ad during the World Series games. The ad, which cost $75 million, features Reagan’s voice speaking against tariffs. Trump accused Canada of fraud and cheating in response to the ad, which comes as the Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on the legality of Trump’s tariffs.
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The White House is facing scrutiny over the details of Donald Trump’s recent medical examination, specifically the type of “advanced imaging” used. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt was unable to specify the imaging procedures performed during the examination, which occurred at Walter Reed Medical Center. While the president’s physician, Sean Barbabella, stated Trump is in “excellent health,” the lack of specificity has fueled concerns, especially given previous diagnoses like Chronic Venous Insufficiency and the absence of cognitive test results in the latest summary. Critics have pointed to potential cognitive decline, raising questions about his fitness for office.
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According to a new report, former President Donald Trump privately believes progressive Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani is poised to win the New York City mayoral race. Trump reportedly sees Mamdani as unbeatable, even despite his own son’s calls for Republican Curtis Sliwa to withdraw. In the Oval Office, Trump reluctantly supported Andrew Cuomo, but also expressed that he favored a Democrat over a “communist.” Meanwhile, Mamdani, Cuomo, and Sliwa clashed in a televised debate, with accusations flying between the candidates regarding experience, policy, and their relationships with Trump.
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The pardon of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao by Donald Trump has sparked criticism from prominent figures, including Trump supporter Joe Lonsdale, who questioned the president’s advisors. Zhao was convicted of money-laundering violations and served four months in jail. The pardon follows a deal between Binance and the Trump family’s crypto venture, raising concerns of potential conflicts of interest, as well as accusations of corruption from Democrats. Despite these concerns, Trump stated he acted on the advice of others, admitting he was unfamiliar with Zhao.
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New York State Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty to bank fraud and false statements charges, which followed public calls for her prosecution from Donald Trump. The indictment alleges James falsely claimed she would use a Virginia home as a secondary residence to obtain favorable loan terms, while actually using it as an investment property. However, the charges were filed by Trump-appointed U.S. attorney Lindsey Halligan over the objections of career prosecutors, who cited insufficient evidence and a lack of material profit by James. James is expected to move to dismiss the indictment, alleging Halligan’s improper appointment and asserting the case should be thrown out as a result.
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