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Trump's Legal Troubles Vanish As FBI Director Resigns

Tragic incident in New Orleans leads to misinformation, Trump's rhetoric, and concerns about justice system politicization.

Top News · Jan 16, 2025

Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing highlights Republicans’ servility to Trump

Defense secretary nominee is incompetent and seems to have no redeeming qualities – but his appointment looks assured

The Guardian - US · Jan 16, 2025

MAGA "populism" was a con job

MAGA "populism" was always an inch deep — Trump's billionaire-palooza proves it

Salon · Jan 16, 2025

Former North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum Nominated For Interior Secretary

Former North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum's nomination for chief steward of U.S. public lands and waters raises questions about energy policies and climate chan...

Top News · Jan 16, 2025

Treasury Nominee Bessent Aims To Spark Economic Growth

Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury nominee, faces scrutiny on taxes, tariffs, and fiscal policies. Learn about his priorities and challenges ahead.

Top News · Jan 16, 2025

Joe Biden warns of dangers of ultra-rich 'oligarchy' running America in final Oval Office speech

President Biden sounds alarm over accumulation of power and wealth among small few as he prepares to hand over to Donald Trump

Evening Standard · Jan 16, 2025

Some immigrants are already leaving the US in 'self-deportations' as Trump's threats loom

A Nicaraguan woman staying legally in the United States has chosen to leave because of concern over President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign for mass deportations

The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025

Afternoon Update: Biden’s farewell warning to America; strikes on Gaza ahead of ceasefire; and curing a fear of flying

In final public address of his presidency, Biden says growing power of ultra-wealthy threatens US democracy

The Guardian - AU · Jan 16, 2025

Italy’s Meloni to leverage strong ties with Trump — but as president whisperer or Trojan horse?

After forging unexpectedly fond ties with President Biden, Italy’s right-wing Premier Giorgia Meloni is poised to leverage a more natural alliance with incoming President Trump that positions her as a key interlocutor between the U.S. and Europe

The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025

Rudy Giuliani to be first witness at trial over whether he keeps Florida home and World Series rings

Rudy Giuliani is set to be the first witness at a trial over whether he can keep his Florida condominium and three World Series rings or must turn them over to satisfy a $148 million judgment awarded to two Georgia election workers

The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025