Following shopkeepers’ protests in Tehran over economic hardships, Iran’s president urged his government to address the protesters’ demands through dialogue. Demonstrations, including student protests, emerged due to the Iranian Rial’s decline and rising living costs. The protests, partially stemming from the dollar’s rise, demand government intervention to stabilize the exchange rate, leading to government responses such as a change in the Central Bank governor. The protests occur amidst a struggling economy, which is burdened by sanctions and high inflation rates, with the government already delivering a budget to parliament.
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During a recent press conference, Senator Chuck Grassley, the oldest sitting U.S. senator, struggled to answer a question regarding Judge James E. Boasberg’s potential impeachment, citing hearing problems. The Iowa senator, who also serves as the president pro tempore of the Senate, dodged the question and deferred to his colleague, Sen. Lindsey Graham. Despite his advanced age and recent hip surgery, Grassley has not ruled out running for another term and even filed a statement of candidacy for the 2028 election, though a final decision is still pending.
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Letter: Blame for the coming catastrophe is on Trump voters. This assertion, while seemingly straightforward, ignores a complex web of contributing factors. While Trump voters undeniably bear a significant portion of responsibility, assigning blame solely to them is an oversimplification of a deeply troubled political landscape.
The notion that a “catastrophe” is imminent is widely shared, fueled by legitimate concerns about the potential consequences of another Trump administration. This fear is not unfounded; his previous term was marked by divisive rhetoric, policy reversals, and attacks on democratic norms. However, pinning all responsibility on his supporters overlooks the actions and inactions of other groups.… Continue reading
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Matt Underwood