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Eric Trump Defends SpaceX After Bloomberg Op-Ed Slams Starlink as 'Overpromising and Underdelivering'— Elon Musk Backs Him Up

On Thursday, Eric Trump pushed back against criticism of Space Exploration Technologies Corp’s (NASDAQ:SPCX) Starlink service, arguing the company’s broader achievements in space exploration far outweigh concerns raised in an Opinion column.

Benzinga

Trump-backed US Rep Andy Ogles loses Tennessee GOP primary

Tennessee Republicans held primary elections on Thursday, selecting candidates for Congress. Charlie Hatcher defeated Andy Ogles in a key Republican primary race. Brent Taylor will face Justin Pearson in another reshaped Memphis district. These primaries tested a new congressional map drawn by state lawmakers. Voters also chose nominees for governor…

The Economic Times

After Trump calls Canadians ‘nasty,’ Mark Carney says the word fits trade talks

OTTAWA — Two weeks before proposed 50% tariffs take effect, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney turned US President Donald Trump’s rhetoric back on him, calling trade talks with the United States “nasty.”

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To poll or not to poll: Trump’s US economy claims tell only part of the story

Donald Trump touts economic successes, but facts present a mixed picture. Job growth has slowed considerably in recent years, despite record highs. The stock market has seen new records, driven by company profits and AI. Manufacturing activity shows improvement, though job creation remains limited. Investment figures cited by Trump appear…

The Economic Times

Trump's Iran dilemma: He's stuck in war with no exit in sight

President Trump faces difficult choices in the ongoing Iran conflict. He is caught between granting Iran control of the Strait of Hormuz or escalating military actions. Further airstrikes risk political backlash before the upcoming midterm elections. Maintaining the current blockade offers no clear path to ending the war. Analysts suggest…

The Economic Times

Oil Price Today (August 7): Crude oil rises above $83 as Strait of Hormuz deadlock continues. Here’s why

Oil prices climbed for a second session on Friday due to renewed Hormuz Strait concerns. Iran proposed restricting hostile vessels and imposing penalties for violations. Crude oil prices saw increases on Thursday and Friday. Analysts warn of significant price hikes if disruptions continue for months. Supply outside the conflict zone…

The Economic Times

‘Trump 2028’: President poses as decorated general and threatens to run again in bizarre series of AI posts

The president has acknowledged he can’t run again but frequently talks about ‘Trump 2028’

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Trump’s birthright citizenship attack the latest effort in obsessive campaign

For more than a decade, president has been fixated on trying to undermine a key constitutional right

The Guardian - US

'War to end pretty soon': Trump says Iran 'can't go much longer,' optimistic about Strait of Hormuz talks

President Trump believes the Iran conflict will end soon and stated the nation cannot continue. He expressed optimism regarding negotiations concerning the Strait of Hormuz trade route. The United States remains committed to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Iran's defense minister conveyed readiness to respond decisively to any threats.…

The Economic Times

Elizabeth Warren Says Trump Is Selling Wall Street 'Early Access' to Economic and National Security Information Even as Republicans 'Ignore' Corruption

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) raised concerns over President Donald Trump‘s new Truth Social premium data service during a congressional hearing Thursday, questioning whether allowing Wall Street firms to pay for faster access to presidential posts undermines market integrity.

Benzinga

Trump signs new executive orders targeting birthright citizenship despite US Supreme Court setback

US President Donald Trump on Thursday signed two executive orders seeking to further restrict birthright citizenship, renewing his immigration crackdown weeks after the Supreme Court rejected his earlier attempt as unconstitutional.

The Times of India

White House’s push to delay hemp product ban could have big benefit to Susie Wiles’ son-in-law: reports

Bret Worley, who married Wiles’ younger daughter Caroline in June, is the CEO of a global hemp product supplier

The Independent UK

Trump rolls out trade measures to counter China on solar and chips, slaps 15% tariff on polysilicon

The White House has established price floors and a fifteen percent tariff on polysilicon products. This action aims to bolster domestic chip and solar supply chains for national security. The new trade protections will officially take effect on December fourth this year. Minimum import prices are set for polysilicon, ingots,…

The Economic Times

US to vet social media of foreign journalists applying for visas, report says

The US State Department will now screen foreign journalists' social media accounts. This initiative expands a Trump administration policy to include media representatives. Applicants from Canada and Mexico also face this new social media screening. The department states this vetting ensures visa eligibility and national security. This policy builds on…

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Trump signs orders to limit US birthright citizenship, despite Supreme Court ruling

President Donald Trump is again seeking to limit birthright citizenship for newborns. He signed two executive actions on immigration, which focus on specific categories. One order restricts citizenship for children of foreign diplomats and "alien enemies." Another order targets "birth tourism" by increasing visa restrictions for expectant mothers. Trump believes…

The Independent UK

DOJ finds Duke Law School discriminated based on race in admissions

This marks the latest action by the administration against higher education institutions

Reason

Trump Issues Another Unconstitutional Executive Order Targeting Birthright Citizenship

While less sweeping than the one invalidated by the Supreme Court in Trump v. Barbara, it still denies birthright citizenship to many people protected by the earlier Supreme Court decision.

The Independent UK

Trump’s ‘Golden Fleet’ of battleships could cost billions more than expected

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Salon

Fauci is an easy scapegoat

The Trump admin can deflect from their public health failures — including Ebola and the cyclospora outbreak

International Business Times

Trump's Deportation Plan Has an Estimated Price: More Than $2,300 Per Taxpayer

The tool is based on the organization's estimate that the federal government will spend $268.9 billion on deportation operations during Trump's second term.

Roll Call

Embattled Rep. Andy Ogles loses Republican primary in Tennessee

Tennessee Rep. Andy Ogles lost his primary Thursday, becoming the third House Republican to lose a renomination bid this year. Ogles was trailing former state Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, 53 percent to 47 percent, when The Associated Press called the race for the 5th District at 10:10 p.m. Thursday. The…

France 24

US-backed Venezuela political transition talks begin without Nobel laureate Machado

US-backed negotiations between Venezuela's interim government and a faction of the opposition began on Thursday after nearly a week of delays, the two sides said. The talks aim to reshape the country's political system and lay the groundwork for eventual elections after years of political turmoil.

The Guardian - US

Trump again rebukes Jeanine Pirro over reflecting pool ‘vandalism’ case

President attacks ‘terrible mistake’ of US attorney, who said in court filing damage stemmed from botched renovation

TechRadar

US Air Force says the F-47 'will fly in this administration' — new super jet set to replace the F-22 is still set to arrive in 2028

The US Air Force says Boeing's F-47 remains on schedule, with its first flight expected in 2028 under Next Generation Air Dominance.

International Business Times UK

Scott Bessent Declares America's Economic Gap 'Over' as Broader Data Paint a More Mixed Picture

Economists say wages tell only part of the story, with wealth, spending and financial resilience still favouring higher-income households.

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