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Trump-Xi meeting: the key takeaways

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The Conversation · Oct 31, 2025

Rule Change Rumblings: Filibuster Under Fire As Shutdown Drags On

Donald Trump has reignited the fight over the Senate filibuster as the US government shutdown enters its fourth week, calling on Republicans to abolish the rule and pass funding without Democratic votes.

International Business Times UK · Oct 31, 2025

What is the filibuster and why does Trump want to get rid of it?

US president suggested ending the filibuster to conclude the federal government shutdown. Here is what to know

The Guardian - US · Oct 31, 2025

Trump push to test nuclear weapons will hit Americans with staggering price tag – just for a single detonation, experts say

Experts say reviving the long-dormant testing program could take at least a year and would cost astronomical amounts for each test

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025

Lawmakers spar over possible Trump third term as president leaves door open - Roll Call

Trump set off a debate in Congress by saying the Constitution is "pretty clear" in barring a third term, but his MAGA allies have a "plan."

Roll Call · Oct 31, 2025

Stocks Rally on Strong Amazon Earnings

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.46%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.10%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.94%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are up +0.43%, and December E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Barchart · Oct 31, 2025

JPMorgan Chase alerted Trump admin to over $1B in ‘suspicious’ transactions involving Epstein and prominent Wall Street figures: report

Over 4,700 transactions, including wire transfers to Russian banks raised red flags in 2019, new documents reveal

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025

'FTX Was Fine Until They Took It': SBF's Explosive Letter Blames Lawyers, But Would Trump Really Pardon Him?

Convicted FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried said in a new 15-page letter that FTX "was never insolvent" and blamed lawyers for destroying what he called a $136 billion enterprise.

Benzinga · Oct 31, 2025

MTG tears into ‘pathetic Republican men’ who have attacked her for comments and media tour

Marjorie Taylor Greene stirred controversy Thursday when it was revealed she would appear on the liberal daytime talk show ‘The View’

The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025

Russia Appears To Warn U.S. Over Pressure Against Venezuela: 'We Stand Ready To Respond Appropriately'

The Russian government appeared to send a warning to the Trump administration over its pressure campaign against Venezuela, saying Moscow stands "ready to respond appropriately to the requests of our partners in light of emerging threats."

Latin Times · Oct 31, 2025