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26 minutes ago

Trump Lashes Out When Reporter Confronts Him on Melania Movie Price Tag: Who Are You With?'

Mr. President, Amazon paid $75 million to make and market this film. It's an exorbitant fee. Many Americans think that this is maybe Jeff Bezos trying to get in good with you, and they would call it an act of corporate corruption. Who are you with? The New York Times. PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP: (SCOFFS) The New York Times! The fake news New York Times! No, I don't know, I mean, I don't know really, I'm not involved in that.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Critics aghast as White House displays framed photo of Trump with Putin

In a statement to the Guardian when asked why this particular photo was selected for display at this time, a White House spokesperson said that the Alaska Summit was a historic moment that helped bring Ukraine and Russia, whose brutal war was brought on by Joe Biden's incompetence, closer to a deal. This is one of many accomplishments that President Trump chooses to feature at the White House, where photographs are rotated frequently to highlight Presidential travel, they added.
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#federal-reserve
fromAxios
1 week ago
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Trump wants lower interest rates, but the bond market won't cooperate

fromAxios
1 week ago
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Trump wants lower interest rates, but the bond market won't cooperate

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fromLGBTQ Nation
15 hours ago

Pete Buttigieg: ICE & Trump are "breaking the law" & now is "make-or-break moment" for U.S. - LGBTQ Nation

Declining public support is driving attempts to use government machinery to influence elections, creating perilous risks to democratic processes while the American people remain the ultimate safeguard.
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fromAdvocate.com
19 hours ago

Kennedy Center vice president steps down 12 days after appointment

Kevin Couch resigned from the John F. Kennedy Center twelve days after appointment amid board overhaul, drag-show disputes, and declines in ticket sales and viewership.
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fromAbove the Law
23 hours ago

Morning Docket: 01.29.26 - Above the Law

Recent legal developments span political backlash over municipal compliance, immigration enforcement restraints, AI privacy litigation, judicial AI education, and federal staffing lawsuits.
fromEmptywheel
1 day ago

Flying Spaghetti Monster = Trump's Effort to Evade Epstein Files Scandal

For more than a week I have been watching Google Trends as Trump flings more and more spaghetti at the wall to find something that sticks. Something with enough adhesion and coverage to hide his failure to produce the Epstein files, a kind of flying spaghetti monster more real than the snarky faux deity - sticky strands like the flip-floppery on tariffs, the unwarranted and unlawful occupation of Washington DC by National Guard, the embarrassing meeting with Putin on US soil.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

President Trump feels bad about Alex Pretti, worse' about Renee Good because her parents were Trump fans'

President Trump expressed sorrow over the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good, saying he felt worse about Good because her parents were strong Trump supporters.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

March 28 'No Kings' protests will shift focus as outrage escalates over Trump's immigration crackdown in Minneapolis

Previous rallies have drawn millions of people, and organizers said they expect even greater numbers on March 28 in the wake of Trump's immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, where violent clashes have led to the death of two people. "We expect this to be the largest protest in American history," Ezra Levin, co-executive director of the nonprofit Indivisible, told The Associated Press ahead of Wednesday's announcement. He predicted that as many as 9 million people will turn out.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US president talks up economy amid outrage over Minnesota killings

Today, after just one year of President Trump, our economy is booming, incomes are rising, investment is soaring, inflation has been defeated. Our border is closed totally closed and America is respected all over the world, Trump said in the speech.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Fox News' Tyrus Says Trump Is Just Too Damn Sexy for Everybody'

If I was gonna run for Senate or House, I'd be like, Wherever you are, I'm going to be there. Where are the people, because the people are there to see him. Or, everyone who's running change their name to Donald J. Trump, because when they see that, Oh, President Trump? I'm in. Because when as soon as he walks off the stage, and let's say the next guy comes up, the crowd is like, Good night, I'm out. There is no he is the main event, the opening act. He's just too damn sexy for everybody.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

As Bad as They Get!' Trump Unleashes on ABC Reporter for Roaring Crowd

President Trump dismissed ABC's question about the federal shooting of Alex Pretti, criticized ABC, and called the incident 'very unfortunate' while noting Pretti was armed.
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fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Why 'TACO Trump' Can't Really Chicken Out on Mass Deportation

Trump signaled a tactical retreat after Border Patrol's deadly actions, but political constraints and MAGA priorities will prevent a full reversal of aggressive mass-deportation policies.
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Trump Blinks

After federal agents killed Alex Pretti, Trump-administration figures including Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem and Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller described the victim as a terrorist, indicating their desire to ignore or intimidate all opposition. But other Republican sources signaled their discomfort, and some called for an investigation-a routine step for a normal presidency, but a daring breach of partisan discipline in an administration that shields itself from accountability and tries to put itself above the law.
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fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago

Read Sam Altman's internal Slack message to employees saying ICE 'is going too far'

Sam Altman privately called ICE's actions "going too far," urged pushing back against overreach, praised Trump’s leadership, and urged unity and transparent investigations.
#tariffs
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fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

A Sad, Pathetic Little Man - Above the Law

Trump demands public praise from Cabinet members, exposing insecurity and creating public embarrassment for him and those who flatter him.
fromAxios
3 days ago

Exclusive: Trump says Iran wants a deal as U.S. "armada" arrives

What he's saying: In the interview, Trump mentioned his decision to dispatch the Lincoln. "We have a big armada next to Iran. Bigger than Venezuela," Trump said. He declined to discuss the options presented to him by his national security team, or which one he prefers. At the same time, he said diplomacy remained an option. "They want to make a deal. I know so. They called on numerous occasions. They want to talk."
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#greenland-annexation
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fromFortune
4 days ago

Trump was surging after the Venezuela raid-then came Jerome Powell, Greenland and Minnesota. Now it feels like a 'historic hinge moment' | Fortune

Trump's early political momentum has faltered amid domestic outrage over federal-agent shootings, economic strains from tariffs, foreign-policy controversy, and emerging legal and political tensions.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Goes Off On Wild Truth Social Rant About His New Ballroom Amid Devastating Winter Storms and Fallout from Latest Shooting

Trump prioritized announcing a privately funded $300–$400 million White House ballroom amid a historic winter storm and a fatal border patrol shooting.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

You don't want to live inside his head': diplomats' dilemma in the age of Trump

Diplomats and reporters struggle to track and interpret Trump's relentless, unpredictable social and press output, forcing upgraded monitoring and 24/7 vigilance.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

If you haven't served, respect those who have': Nato soldiers on Trump's slurs

US friendly fire in Afghanistan wounded and killed Canadian soldiers, and later presidential remarks disparaging NATO allies provoked diplomatic fury and veteran anger.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Trump's Greenland brinkmanship leaves leading Republicans rattled

Trump's Greenland stunt damaged NATO and exposed growing Republican dissent that could weaken party unity and harm midterm prospects.
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fromIndependent
5 days ago

Caitriona Perry: Recent history shows that any threat from President Donald Trump can no longer be written off as bluster

European-US relations have suffered a significant rupture following President Trump's vow to "have" Greenland and Davos reactions to a potential US military action.
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fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

Trump keeps posting private messages on Truth Social, more proof that work chats are never truly private

President Trump posted screenshots of private messages from NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and French President Emmanuel Macron on Truth Social, exposing private diplomacy publicly.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Wakes Up Late To Rage At Ally With Familiar Insult At New Target

President Trump attacked Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Truth Social, threatened 100% tariffs if Canada deals with China, and reiterated Greenland acquisition claims.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

How we draw the age of Trump and turmoil: two cartoonists go head-to-head

Martin Rowson and Ella Baron contrasted traditional hand-drawn and digital cartooning approaches by both depicting Trump amid global turmoil, revealing distinct styles and creative processes.
#nato
fromThe American Conservative
1 week ago
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Trump Reiterates Desire for Greenland, Disclaims Use of Force at Davos

Donald Trump touted second-term economic gains, criticized NATO's burden-sharing, and sought U.S. control of Greenland while ruling out military force.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
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They Called Me Daddy!' Trump Disgorges Paternal Boast Live on World Stage

Trump said Europeans called him 'Daddy' until a Greenland seizure attempt, questioned NATO's commitment to defend the U.S., and mentioned Iceland at Davos.
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fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

Trump's Week of Stinging Defeats Has an Important Lesson for the Supreme Court

Judicial and international resistance constrained President Trump's attempts to reshape federal appointments and foreign policy, forcing reversals on appointments, territorial threats, and Federal Reserve interference.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Trump touts policies, renews Greenland ambitions at WEF

President Trump promoted domestic economic policies, attacked foreign leaders, and renewed threats over Greenland and tariffs during his Davos address.
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fromFortune
1 week ago

Trump finds a 'solution' to Greenland crisis, backs off on 10% tariff threats | Fortune

President Trump will shelve planned 10% tariffs on eight European allies after forming a framework on Greenland and the Arctic with NATO leaders.
fromFortune
1 week ago
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Trump finds a 'solution' to Greenland crisis, backs off on 10% tariff threats | Fortune

#board-of-peace
fromTruthout
1 week ago
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Trump's Goal With "Board of Peace" Is to Replace UN With an Unaccountable Entity

fromTruthout
1 week ago
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Trump's Goal With "Board of Peace" Is to Replace UN With an Unaccountable Entity

#davos
fromJezebel
1 week ago
World news

Trump Basically Confirms He Increased Tariffs on Switzerland Because the Female Leader Annoyed Him

fromFast Company
1 week ago
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Trump's arrival in Davos off to a bumpy start, as his quest for Greenland could take center stage

fromJezebel
1 week ago
World news

Trump Basically Confirms He Increased Tariffs on Switzerland Because the Female Leader Annoyed Him

fromFast Company
1 week ago
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Trump's arrival in Davos off to a bumpy start, as his quest for Greenland could take center stage

fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Trump sues JPMorgan Chase and CEO Jamie Dimon for $5bn over alleged political debanking

The lawsuit filed in Miami-Dade County, Florida, said the nation's largest lender violated its own policies by singling him out, to ride the "political tide" by terminating several of his accounts. "While we regret President Trump has sued us, we believe the suit has no merit. We respect the President's right to sue us and our right to defend ourselves," JPMorgan said.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

World Cup 2026: Could Europe drive a boycott?

Calls for a Europe-led boycott of the 2026 World Cup are rising amid strained US–Europe relations over Trump's actions and remarks concerning Greenland.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

French presidency calls out 'fake news' after Trump drug comments

Macron's office denied that Macron raised medicine prices, stating that drug prices are regulated by social security and have remained stable.
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from48 hills
1 week ago

Will Trump try to kidnap Newsom and seize California's oil wells next? - 48 hills

Trump's seizure of Venezuela's oil and self-appointment raises concern he might attempt to seize California oil wells in retaliation for political opposition.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Trump TACO trade roars as stocks recover half of yesterday's loss after messages over 'piece of ice' from Davos | Fortune

The U.S. stock market bounced back from its worst day since October on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said he reached the framework for a deal about Greenland, an island he's long coveted, and won't impose tariffs he had threatened on several European countries. The S&P 500 rallied 1.2% after Trump said the deal, "if consummated, will be a great one for the United States of America" and its allies in the North Atlantic region.
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#foreign-policy
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Tells Davos Sometimes You Need a Dictator' But Says He Isn't One

Trump told reporters he was mildly shocked that his speech earlier in the day was getting great reviews because normally he gets framed as a tyrant, he said. I can't believe it, we got good reviews on that speech. Usually they say he's a horrible dictator-type person, Trump said. But sometimes you need a dictator but they didn't say that in this case.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Eight wars settled and Chinese windfarms: factchecking Trump's Davos claims

His administration played a role in brokering ceasefires between Israel and Iran, India and Pakistan, and Armenia and Azerbaijan, though these were incremental agreements, and some leaders dispute the extent of his involvement. He did secure the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage deal, but it involves multiple stages and remains incomplete with hundreds in Gaza reported killed since the first phase took effect in October.
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1 week ago

It Doesn't Matter!' CNBC Reporter Argues Wall Street Learned to Ignore Trump's Threats

Traders now discount President Trump's initial economic threats and instead buy after anticipated walk-backs, driving rallies when reversals occur.
#authoritarianism
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fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Trump says his call for a 10% credit card cap sounds like Zohran Mamdani's idea

President Donald Trump proposes a one-year 10% cap on credit card interest rates, aligning him with some progressives.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

CNN's Jonah Goldberg Says Trump Has House Republicans Cutting Themselves'

Lack of message discipline derails selling achievements, creates distractions, and causes House Republicans to turn on each other.
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Trump Brings His Phony Populism to Davos

The president's rallying cry was aspirational for the same reason that his economic agenda is flailing: He and his party have no abiding interest in advancing an economic program that would actually benefit working-class Americans. And Trump, being Trump, has refrained from devoting any serious thought or attention to deep and lasting economic reforms. Instead, he's pushed a series of gimmicky policy responses that amount to opportunistic photo-ops at best, and cynical afterthoughts at worst.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Trump hits out at Europe and doubles down on Greenland demands but won't use force

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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1 week ago

Trump Calls on Putin and Zelensky to End Ukraine War Bloodbath': If They Don't, They're Stupid!'

Donald Trump urged Zelensky and Putin to put aside abnormal hatred and reach a peace deal, calling them 'stupid' if they fail.
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fromAxios
1 week ago

Trump responds to Carney in Davos: "Canada lives because of the United States"

U.S.-Canada relations have sharply worsened as Trump's dominance rhetoric and taunts toward Mark Carney prompt Canadian preparations for potential U.S. aggression.
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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Is Cuba Next?

The US is pursuing renewed hemispheric imperialism targeting Cuba for regime change, with Trump and allies threatening economic strangulation and symbolic domination.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Israel's Netanyahu to join board of peace'

Benjamin Netanyahu accepted Donald Trump's invitation to join a US-led board of peace overseeing Gaza reconstruction, prompting concerns about the board's objectivity under Trump.
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fromThe Verge
1 week ago

One year in, Big Tech has out-maneuvered MAGA populists

Major tech CEOs once perceived as submissive to Trump have moved away from populist influence, diminishing MAGA operatives' control over his stance.
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fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Midtown protest sees hundreds of seething New Yorkers march against ICE, Trump on anniversary of president's return to Oval Office amNewYork

New Yorkers staged citywide walkouts to protest ICE raids, President Trump’s policies, and fears of a U.S. move toward seizing Greenland.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Jake Tapper Aghast at Trump's Incoherent' and Unsettling' Press Conference: Frankly Bizarre'

The president repeated wild 2020 election conspiracy theories, raged at former CNN host Don Lemon, baselessly claimed that a witness to a fatal ICE shooting this month was a paid agitator, alleged that pirating ships, is the only thing Somalis are good at, said people in Washington, D.C. can act like a real lover after he deployed the National Guard there, dunked on former Special Counsel Jack Smith, and declared that God is very proud of the president's first year back in office.
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fromJezebel
1 week ago

Someone Jingle Some Keys at Trump Before He Starts Another War with NATO Over Greenland

A Trump-shared AI-style image of the American flag over Greenland underscores escalating tensions and leaked Macron messages reveal European leaders' cajoling to avert conflict.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Teams Up With MAGA Reporter to Resurrect Bonkers 2020 Election Conspiracy Theory

Trump revived claims linking Venezuelan election software and Maduro to alleged 2020 election tampering while declining to question Maduro personally for legal reasons.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Declares That Pirating Ships' Is the Only Thing' Somalis Are Good at' in Stunning Briefing Rant

President Donald Trump called Somalia 'probably the worst country in the world,' accused Somalis of piracy and criminality, and announced halting Somali refugee applications.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

NEW POLL: Even Trump Fans Torpedo Third Term' by Stunning Margin Almost 40 Points

President Donald Trump's own supporters are among the staggering majority of Americans in a new poll who say they don't want him to serve a third term. Trump has been floating the idea of blowing off term limits for years, and one Republican has already introduced an amendment to allow it. But support for Trump's flirtation with defying constitutional term limits sits around the Belief-In Sasquatch level, according to a new poll from YouGov taken January 9 14, 2026.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Big tech continues to bend the knee to Trump a year after his inauguration

One year ago today, Donald Trump was inaugurated as president of the United States. Standing alongside him that day were the leaders of the tech industry's most powerful companies, who had donated to him in an unprecedented bending of the knee. In the ensuing year, the companies have reaped enormous rewards from their alliance with Trump, which my colleague Nick Robins-Early and I wrote about last month after Trump signed an executive order prohibiting states from passing laws regulating AI.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump's Bizarre Behavior Has a Clinical Name: Disinhibition

Disinhibition, not memory loss, can be an early sign of dementia and mirrors increasingly reckless, consequence-indifferent behavior by President Donald Trump.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Pocketed At Least $1.4 Billion' in the Past Year Shocking NY Times Editorial Reveals

Donald Trump has used the presidency to personally accumulate at least $1.4 billion, creating a culture of corruption that undermines democratic legitimacy.
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1 week ago

Nobody Wants Him': Trump Hits Out at Macron After French President Declines Invitation to Join Board of Peace'

Oh, did he say that? Well nobody wants him because he's gonna be out of office very soon. That's alright. What I'll do is if they feel like hostile, I'll put a 200% tariff on his wines and champagnes and he'll join. But he doesn't have to join. If he said that, you're probably giving it to me a little bit differently, but if he actually did say that but as you know, he's gonna be out of office in a few months.
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fromFortune
1 week ago

The U.S. Supreme Court could throw a wrench into Trump's plan to take Greenland as soon as Tuesday | Fortune

The Supreme Court may rule the president lacks IEEPA authority to impose tariffs, undermining Trump's tariff threats and his plan to acquire Greenland.
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