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Inside Doug Burgum's Interior Department: Staff exodus and secrecy claims surface

Former officials criticize Interior Secretary Doug Burgum's leadership, citing increased secrecy and staff departures. The department has experienced significant workforce reduction initiatives and high-profile exits since Burgum's appointment. Allegations of secrecy include claims of destroyed documents and encrypted communication use. The Interior Department has strongly denied these accusations and defended…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Democrats have a working-class voter problem that progressives like Abdul El-Sayed are still struggling to solve

Since 2016, when Donald Trump shattered the Democrats’ blue wall by winning working-class voters across the Midwest, a cottage industry has sprung up on the left dedicated to answering a single question: How can Democrats win back the working class?

The Conversation · Aug 7

As Colombia's Abelardo de la Espriella Takes Power in Cali, Four Decrees Ready for Day One — Not Ninety

As Abelardo de la Espriella is sworn in as Colombia's president in Cali, four priority decrees — not the full 90 he'd once pledged — mark his first day, alongside sweeping reversals of Gustavo Petro's foreign and security policy.

Latin Times · Aug 7

Soccer: Norway FA president Klaveness calls on FIFA boss Infantino to resign

Norwegian Football Federation President Lise Klaveness demanded Gianni Infantino's resignation. She stated he lacks institutional trust to govern FIFA stably. The international football cooperation faces significant trouble and needs reform. Norway did not support Infantino in the 2023 election and will not again. The organization must focus on governance reform…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei in critical condition; rushed to hospital, claims Israeli media

According to Channel 14 (C14), citing sources inside Iran, and a prior report by the Jerusalem Post, which quoted the IranWire outlet and sources close to President Masoud Pezeshkian's administration, rumours that Khamenei is in an "extremely critical condition" are circulating widely at the highest levels of the regime. One…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Donald Trump's 'Finale' Predictions: Former Insider Warns of Constitutional Crisis and Supreme Court Defiance

Miles Taylor, a former Trump official, warns of potential constitutional crises, predicting Trump may sidestep Congress and defy the Supreme Court, raising concerns about future political stability

International Business Times UK · Aug 7

Oil slips, heads for weekly loss as Hormuz deal uncertainty persists

Oil prices declined as investors weighed prospects of reopening the Strait of Hormuz against persistent geopolitical risks. Markets also awaited US payrolls data, while uncertainty over Iran-related negotiations, shipping arrangements and regional security kept crude prices volatile despite easing supply concerns.

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Donald Trump Dementia Fears Erupt as Therapist Warns President May Refuse All Medical Attention

Speculation about Donald Trump's cognitive health intensifies after a therapist suggests he may have dementia, following verbal missteps during an Oval Office address.

International Business Times UK · Aug 7

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Reason · Aug 7

Trump Says Data Centers Could Be Bigger Than Oil, Urges States to Cut Taxes and Accelerate AI Growth: 'If I Were Governor...'

President Donald Trump said on Friday that data centers could eventually become a bigger industry than oil, calling them significant for the U.S. economy.

Benzinga · Aug 7