Trump administration aired government-funded TV ad targeting communism, and the backlash is coming from both sides of the aisle They are slamming it as "blatantly unethical." We Got This Covered · 8h ago
Gianni Infantino snubs US investigation into Fifa’s Trump links Infantino was informed in late July that an investigation was being launched into Fifa’s ‘sustained campaign’ to curry favour with Donald Trump The Independent UK · Sep 11
What to know about Trump's pledge of $5,000 to 'every American' if GOP wins midterms President Donald Trump promised a $5,000 "Trump dividend" payment to every US adult on Wednesday if his Republicans retain control of the House of Representatives and the Senate in the November 3 midterm elections. The pledge has raised numerous questions. Here's what we know so far. France 24 · Sep 10
Trump puts himself on midterm ballot during Dallas spectacle DALLAS and JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. — President Donald Trump put himself on the midterm ballot Wednesday but acknowledged it would take more time to end the Iran war and lower gas prices. If some vulnerable Republican candidates were eager to distance themselves from an unpopular president, Trump used the… Roll Call · Sep 10
How Trump's stock portfolio rode oil price rollercoaster: Report Oil prices surged above $100 a barrel amid escalating tensions with Iran. President Trump's disclosed oil investments gained millions during the six months of conflict. His accounts continued trading energy stocks affected by his wartime decisions. The White House maintains independent managers control the portfolio and deny any influence. This… The Economic Times · Sep 9
Top Dems, voting groups gear up for potential midterm ‘emergency’ Some congressional Democrats and voting-rights advocates are taking President Donald Trump’s not ruling out a national emergency declaration around November’s midterm elections seriously and literally. Trump raised eyebrows last month during an interview with conservative commentator Wayne Allyn Root, who had suggested to the president that he could simply declare… Roll Call · Sep 2
What should we do with Trump’s monstrous architectural legacy? Questions over Trump’s ballroom and other structures might not feel urgent. But when his reign ends, Trumpism must be repudiated The Guardian - US · Sep 1
Democrats to investigate ‘miraculous’ rise of Trump Jr’s investment firm Congressman Jamie Raskin asks president’s son to detail firm’s recent success after he joined 1789 Capital as partner The Guardian - US · Aug 27
Michigan Democrats want to fight Trump. First they have to stop fighting each other Michigan Democrats face internal divisions over the cost of living and political issues. Disputes over Israel and antisemitism are complicating party unity efforts. Some Democrats have withheld support for Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed. El-Sayed's association with a controversial commentator has drawn significant criticism. Party leaders aim to unify and focus… The Economic Times · Aug 27
Ex-DOJ Attorney Says Antisemitism Probes at Harvard, Brown and Columbia Were Decided Before Evidence Was In A former DOJ lawyer says political appointees predetermined antisemitism probes at Harvard, Brown and Columbia before evidence was reviewed. Latin Times · Aug 20
Trump investigations into antisemitism in the Ivy League were ploys to strip school funding, whistleblower claims While Trump returned to office promising to eliminate campus antisemitism that he claimed went unchecked during the Biden administration, critics maintain the federal intervention has been heavy-handed, infringing upon free expression and forcing concessions from higher education institutions The Independent UK · Aug 18
Whistleblower alleges political pressure, lack of evidence in antisemitism probes targeting schools A whistleblower is alleging that a Trump administration task force created to combat antisemitism pushed for settlements with Ivy League universities The Independent UK · Aug 18
Trump has this to worry about if Congress flips in the midterm elections ANALYSIS: Democrats, learning from their experiences in Trump 1.0, are plotting more effective oversight for a potential post-Blue Wave environment, writes John Bowden — even if the president is fixated on the filibuster The Independent UK · Aug 18
The Lakers have become a poker chip for some of the most powerful men in America One of the most famous teams in the world is about to change hands for the second time in less than a year for more than $12bn. Will anyone push back? The Guardian - US · Aug 13
Fortune · Aug 4 ‘This is insider trading by definition’: Trump sells $100,000 monthly subscription service to Wall Street to further monetize the presidency Wall Street firms will get information milliseconds faster than the general public—and Trump will directly benefit.
The Independent UK · Aug 3 Todd Blanche’s deal to end Trump’s ‘weaponization’ fund is ‘laughably flimsy,’ Democrats and legal experts say Critics say the latest language raises more questions about Trump’s IRS shield and could open the door for slush funds in the future
The Guardian - US · Aug 3 ‘Completely hollow’: critics denounce Blanche deal to halt Trump slush fund Democrats say agreement – which clears way for Blanche’s confirmation – makes promises president can easily reverse
International Business Times UK · Aug 2 'AOC Will Be Next President': Andrew Tate Lawyer Issues Scathing Midterm Election Warning to Trump Andrew Tate's lawyer warns Trump risks losing young male voters if he doesn't intervene in the Tate brothers' extradition case, potentially impacting Republicans in the 2026 midterm elections.
The Guardian - US · Jul 30 Fifa could draw US Congress inquiry over ‘smash-and-grab scam’, top Democrat warns Jamie Raskin targets football body’s proposed commercial sell-off and links to Trump administration
The Guardian - UK · Jul 30 Fifa’s sale of the century: how Kushners and Trump are at centre of a tangled web Joshua Kushner is now the kingpin in driving the sale of the World Cup to investors and family ties are tight around the project
International Business Times UK · Jul 29 FIFA Boss Gianni Infantino Officially Summoned Before Congress, and it's Getting Serious FIFA boss Gianni Infantino faces congressional scrutiny over his ties to Donald Trump, with 'legal bribery' claims, Trump Tower records and a controversial player ban in focus.
The National (Scotland) · Jul 29 'This crosses a line' – UEFA furious at FIFA’s World Cup private investment plan 'This crosses a line' – UEFA furious at FIFA’s World Cup private investment plan
The Independent UK · Jul 29 What we know about Fifa’s World Cup sell-off, Trump’s role in it, and threat of boycott Fifa have announced plans to open the World Cup to private investment, with a venture capital firm founded by the brother of Donald Trump’s son-in-law set to lead the investor group
Reason · Jul 28 People Have Got To Try Being Normal About Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, and the WNBA Plus: Congress struggling to regulate college sports, looking at the economics of World Cup hosts, and why are golf shows all the same?
Sports Illustrated · Jul 28 ‘Outright Bribery’—FIFA President Summoned Over Nature of Trump Relationship Gianni Infantino has made no attempts to hide the strength of his bond with President Trump.