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Trump gets ‘thank you’ from racist Nick Fuentes after he defends Tucker Carlson interview with Mar-a-Lago guest

The controversy over Carlson’s interview of the Holocaust-denying racist podcaster has roiled the MAGA-forward Heritage Foundation and exposed fault lines within the Trump-era GOP

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025

‘Hit a nerve’: Jittery Trump freaks out when asked about the Epstein Files probe — claiming it’s all a distraction from his ‘tremendous success’

Donald “grumpy” Trump has again lashed out at a reporter over questions on his Epstein investigation. Sadly, attacking journalists isn’t a new tool in his political kit to escape accountability.

The Mary Sue · Nov 17, 2025

From ‘future star’ to ‘traitor’: How Trump’s MAGA warrior Marjorie Taylor Greene lost the president

After months of tension on everything from Epstein to inflation, Trump breaks up with his former die-hard ally

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2025

Ted Cruz sets stage for 2028 run with Tucker Carlson jabs

Cruz is putting himself on a collision course with Vice President Vance, a Carlson ally widely seen as the 2028 GOP frontrunner.

Axios · Nov 17, 2025

Jara and Kast head to second round in Chile's tight presidential race

Jeannette Jara of Chile's Communist Party leads narrowly against far-right candidate José Antonio Kast after the first presidential election round, with a runoff set for 14 December.

Euronews · Nov 17, 2025

Trump administration sues California over its recent mask ban for federal agents – as it happened

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The Guardian - US · Nov 17, 2025

Trump calls on House Republicans to vote to release Epstein files

If the bill passes, the US Justice Department would be required to release all files and communications related to Epstein, as well as details about the investigation into his death in federal prison.

Euronews · Nov 17, 2025

Trump's $2,000 Tariff Checks Gain Steam As Sen. Katie Britt Says Senate Should 'Take A Look' Amid Soaring 18% Consumer Tariff Burden

Momentum is building behind President Donald Trump's push to send Americans $2,000 in tariff-funded payments as GOP lawmakers signal a willingness to consider the proposal.

Benzinga · Nov 17, 2025

In a shift, Trump says House GOP should vote for Epstein files' release

He said "we have nothing to hide, and it's time to move on from this Democrat Hoax."

Axios · Nov 17, 2025

How rebel Republicans are building their profiles by bucking Trump on Epstein

NEWS ANALYSIS: Trump is giving House Republicans an unprecedented opportunity to safely stake out positions apart from his own as the battle for the MAGA mantle begins, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2025