In short, the proposed tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China—the U.S.’s three largest trading partners—threaten to significantly harm the American economy. This action would likely trigger retaliatory tariffs, leading to increased prices for consumers and impacting numerous U.S. industries, from agriculture to manufacturing. The move also violates existing trade agreements and could spark a damaging North American trade war. Economists widely condemn this plan as economically devastating.
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Early in-person voting in North Carolina has already outpaced the total from the 2020 fall elections. As of late Thursday, nearly 3.8 million people had cast early in-person ballots, exceeding the previous record of 3.63 million. Including absentee, military, and overseas votes, the total rises to nearly 4.01 million ballots, over 51% of the state’s 7.83 million registered voters. The increase in early voting is partly due to a push by state and national Republicans, despite greater numbers of registered Democrats statewide. North Carolinians will be voting for several statewide positions, including governor and attorney general.
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Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, vows that Ukraine will not make territorial concessions, regardless of the results of the US elections or the degree of future support from the United States. He expressed concern regarding a potential shift in US policy if Donald Trump wins the presidency and seeks to force Ukraine into surrendering its territory as part of a deal with Russia. Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine does not constitutionally have the right to relinquish its legitimate state territories and would not recognise occupied territories as Russian. He also indicated that Ukraine will continue to reclaim its own territories.
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Donald Trump has filed a legal complaint against the UK Labour Party, which has raised eyebrows across the political spectrum. The accusation hinges on the revelation that Labour activists traveled to the U.S. to support Kamala Harris ahead of the impending election. It’s almost comical how Trump, who has frequently sought help from foreign entities, now points fingers at others for similar actions. This feels like a classic case of projection, where he anticipates criticism and preemptively slaps it on his opponents.
Personally, I find it baffling that Trump can’t see the irony in his situation. His complaint suggests that foreign nationals should not be involved in U.S.… Continue reading
The electoral college has got to go. It’s an outdated, archaic system that no longer serves the interests of the American people. It’s mind-boggling that in this day and age, a candidate can win the popular vote by millions and still lose the election due to the electoral college. How is that fair or democratic?
The argument that without the electoral college, presidential candidates would only focus on more populated areas doesn’t hold water. The majority of Americans didn’t even live in urban areas until 1920, so this notion is simply unfounded. Plus, the fact that a reported 79% of campaign ad money has gone into just 7 states since Kamala entered the race shows just how skewed the electoral college system is.… Continue reading
Putin claims that Russia will support Kamala Harris in the upcoming US elections. This announcement comes amidst a backdrop of skepticism and distrust towards Russian influence in American politics. It seems like a blatant attempt at reverse psychology, a tactic that has become all too familiar in today’s political landscape.
One cannot forget the past instances where Russia denied any involvement in certain activities, only for the truth to later come to light. The claim that Russia will support Harris raises eyebrows, especially given Russia’s track record of misinformation and psychological warfare.
It’s interesting to note that this statement comes shortly after Russian agents were found guilty of spreading information in favor of Trump for the past eight years.… Continue reading
My mind is racing with thoughts after reading this intriguing article about Kim Jong Un’s desire to have Trump back. It appears that even ruthless dictators see some value in having a U.S. president who perhaps aligns more closely with their own authoritarian tendencies. The fact that Kim Jong Un, a leader of a country known for its disdain toward America, wants Trump back in power should raise major red flags for us all.
The dynamic between Trump and Kim Jong Un is indeed bizarre and somewhat unsettling. Remember the historic meeting where Trump actually saluted a North Korean general? The propaganda value of that photo alone must have been priceless for dear leader in North Korea.… Continue reading
Russia will be forced to scale down its attacks in a month and a half, according to a Ukrainian commander. As the conflict continues to unfold, the dynamics on the ground seem to be shifting. The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has captured the attention of the world, with speculation and analysis running rampant.
It is clear that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is facing significant challenges. The Ukrainian commander’s statement that Russia will be forced to scale down its attacks speaks to a growing belief that Russia may not be able to sustain its aggressive military campaign indefinitely. This sentiment is further supported by the assertion that Russia’s troop presence in Ukraine is set to increase to a staggering 690,000 soldiers by the end of the year, a move that may indicate desperation rather than strength.… Continue reading
Blinken’s revelation that the US has seen evidence of China attempting to influence upcoming US elections should not come as a shock to anyone. It seems that in today’s interconnected world, the idea of foreign interference in elections has become a grim reality that we must acknowledge. From Russia to China, and even “friendly” countries, the specter of meddling looms large over the democratic process. The root cause of this issue lies in decisions like Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, which opened the floodgates for money to influence politics.
Our political system is like an open marketplace, with foreign adversaries and corporations vying to buy influence and sway the outcomes of elections.… Continue reading
Anyone in the Arab American community who thinks that not voting for Biden to make a statement about Gaza is a good idea is simply deluding themselves. As much as I wish Biden had taken a stronger stance on Israel’s actions, the reality is that Trump would be a thousand times worse. This is not a situation where we have the luxury of sitting out an election or voting out of protest.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer hit the nail on the head when she said that not voting for Biden over the Gaza war would support a second Trump term. The idea that Trump would be better for Palestinians is not only naive but dangerous.… Continue reading
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