Mon, February 10, 2025

by: Politico

What do Phil Murphy and Bill Spadea have in common?

Gov. Phil Murphy and GOP gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea aren't going to like reading this, but those two have something in common: Saying they didn't say things that they did say.

by: BBC

Trump to impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports to US

President Donald Trump says he will also impose "reciprocal tariffs" on any countries who place tariffs on the US.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump to discuss steel and aluminum tariffs

Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on his way to the Super Bowl that he will announce 25% tariffs on all imports of steel and aluminum.

by: ProPublica

Trump's Pardons and Purges Revive Old Question: Who Counts as a Terrorist?

The president's sweeping clemency for Capitol rioters and his administration's ongoing removal of career national security specialists foretell a permissive new climate for extremist movements, say current and former officials and researchers.

by: Couriermail

US politics live: Donald Trump reveals details of call to Vladimir Putin over Ukraine war

Welcome to another week of potential political madness in the United States. This is our live coverage of the Trump administration, which is now three weeks old.

by: MSN

Trump doubles down on desire to make Canada 51st state - and tasks Musk with investigating US military 'fraud'

Donald Trump has said he trusts Elon Musk and is going to ask him to investigate billions of dollars of "fraud and abuse" within the US military.

by: MSN

Trump asks US Treasury Dept to stop production of pennies, says "Rip waste out of our great nation's budget."

United States President Donald Trump has announced that Washington DC will stop minting pennies, citing their high production cost, which exceeds their face value and termed the practice "wasteful."President Trump said Sunday that he has instructed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to "stop producing new pennies.

by: MSN

UDA MPs dismiss high court ruling declaring Azimio majority in national assembly: "Msitusumbue"

MPs argued that numerous Azimio MPs have accepted lucrative positions in government, thereby rendering the earlier discussions on parliamentary majority moot.

by: MSN

Trump announces imposition of tariffs on steel and aluminum imports to US

US President Donald Trump intends to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports to the country. This move puts America's relations with some of its largest trading partners at risk, reports Bloomberg.

by: MSN

EFF advocates for stronger Brics ties and citizenship revocation for Trump offer acceptors

The EFF criticises Trump's Executive Order, calling for the revocation of citizenship for Afrikaners accepting US resettlement offers.

by: MSN

Five ideas for reshaping Europe's future defence sector - analysis

EU Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius envisions a 'Big Bang' approach for the European defence industry - but what does that mean? View on euronews

by: MSN

Harming USAID is a dangerous move that will impact impoverished populations worldwide

At a time when we anticipate the launch of a normalization process, dismantling USAID threatens to derail it before it even begins.

by: MSN

Dy CM DK Shivakumar takes holy dip at Kumbh Mela, signals Congress' soft Hindutva

BENGALURU: Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, along with his wife Usha, took a holy dip at the Sangam in Prayagraj, where the Kumbh Mela is happening,

by: MSN

Labour issues new update over plans for DWP overhaul after 'new evidence'

The UK's broken welfare system is fuelling the "greatest unemployment challenge of a generation", ministers have warned.

by: MSN

Ndlozi shatters silence: Explosive revelation on his fractured relationship with the EFF and his resignation

Former EFF MP and spokesperson Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has broken his silence about his absence from party activities including its elective conference, saying he was instructed to stay home and not be present at EFF activities.

by: MSN

Ndlozi shatters silence: Explosive revelation on his fractured relationship with the EFF

Former EFF MP and spokesperson Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has broken his silence about his absence from party activities including its elective conference, saying he was instructed to stay home and not be present at EFF activities.

by: thenightly

Australian news and politics live updates: Trump tariffs on steel, aluminium, price caps and Werribee vote

The US President has taken time out from slashing and burning waste from government departments to make a major announcement about the future of pennies.

by: MSN

It Would Be Better Off As 51st US State: Donald Trump 'Serious' on Annexation of Canada Amid Tariff War

Washington: In the few weeks of being the US President, Donald Trump has made some major decisions and policy changes including the controversial illegal immigration crackdown and the import tariffs on particular nations including Canada.

by: MSN

Taiwan probes companies assisting citizens in obtaining Chinese ID cards

The National Immigration Agency and national security officials have uncovered at least five companies assisting Taiwanese citizens in applying for Chinese identification cards while travelling in China,

by: MSN

"If you charge us, we charge them:" Trump announces 25% tariffs on steel, aluminium imports to US

United States President Donald announced that new tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports into the country will be revealed on Monday. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to the NFL Super Bowl on Sunday Trump said that the tarrifs from Monday will impose a 25 per cent charge on all steel imports entering the United States,

by: MSN

Zelenskyy congratulates Baltic countries as they disconnect from Soviet-era power grid

The switchover to the European electricity network, which Baltic leaders said held geopolitical and symbolic significance, came more than three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union. View on
Sun, February 9, 2025

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump attends the Super Bowl

President Donald Trump's second administration continued its swift recasting of the federal government, prompting pushback from Democrats and legal challenges. The president said Sunday that he will announce tariffs on all imported steel and aluminum on Monday but didn't say when they'll take effect.

by: Reuters

Trump's government shakeup may test Supreme Court's role as firewall

The most consequential of Trump's three victories at the court last year was a ruling authored by conservative Chief Justice John Roberts that embraced Trump's request for immunit

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump to announce tariffs on steel and aluminum

As President Donald Trump's second administration continued its swift recasting of the federal government and American foreign policy, the president and his top diplomat issued a stunning proposal, saying the U.S. would "take over" the Gaza Strip, "level the site" and rebuild it.

by: wtvr

New lawsuit against Trump administration over 'illegal targeting' of sanctuary cities

A coalition of cities and counties in blue states have sued the Trump administration over alleged threats and "illegal targeting" of sanctuary cities.

by: thenightly

Australian news and politics live updates: Price caps on goods in remote stores, Trump's Pentagon fraud blitz

The Pentagon's budget is approaching $US1 ($A1.6) trillion per year. Egypt has called an emergency Arab summit to discuss "new and dangerous developments" after US President Donald Trump announced his controversial plan to relocate Palestinians elsewhere and take over the Gaza Strip.

by: MSN

Trump says he will announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs Monday, and more import duties are coming

President Donald Trump said he will announce on Monday that the United States will impose 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, including from Canada and Mexico, as well as other import duties later in the week.

by: MSN

The NEA Wants to Fund Your Project - as Long as It's About the Declaration of Independence

Under new executive orders from the Trump administration, the NEA will also no longer be offering an arts grant geared towards benefiting underserved communities.

by: thenightly

Retiring renters face homelessness as ownership rates fall and cost of living surges

As home ownership falls, rents grow and the cost of living continues to surge, older renters are in need of more help when they enter retirement.

by: MSN

Israel's Netanyahu says Trump 'determined' to implement Gaza plan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday praised a proposal from President Donald Trump for US control of Gaza and the displacement of its population as "revolutionary," following his return to Israel from Washington.

by: MSN

Trump to head to Super Bowl in New Orleans as Fox airs his interview on Musk and first 100 days

Trump to head to Super Bowl in New Orleans as Fox airs his interview on Musk and first 100 days - Trump elaborates on Musk's role in the government in interview with Fox News

by: Couriermail

US politics live: Elon Musk, J.D. Vance rage at judge as legal fight erupts

Welcome to another week of potential political madness in the United States. This is our live coverage of the Trump administration, which is now three weeks old.

by: MSN

Trump praises Musk's budget-slashing frenzy in explosive Super Bowl Sunday interview

Trump sat down with Bret Baier for a FOX interview ahead of the Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, Louisiana. He opened up about some of the platforms he ran on, and how he believes h

by: Cleveland

New acting director tells Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to suspend most operations

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and will suspend most of its operations, according to a memo from its new acting director Russell Vought.

by: Newsweek

Trump To Unleash Musk, DOGE On Military: Expects To Find 'Fraud And Abuse'

In a pre-taped interview with Fox News chief political anchor Bret Baier, Trump revealed that he is set to turn Musk loose on two more departments - the Pentagon and the Department of Education.

by: Indiatimes

Delhi Election Results 2025 Live Updates: ECI completes Delhi assembly poll process, submits results to LG

The BJP is on track to form a government in Delhi for the first time in over 26 years, with data from the Election Commission

by: MSN

"Delhi set for a big change after 27 years": BJP's Baijayant Jay Panda

BJP National Vice President Baijayant Jay Panda has stated that Delhi is set for a major transformation after nearly three decades, following the party's decisive win in the elections. He credited the shift to the people's trust in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and development agenda.

by: MSN

'We Are Going To Find Billions...': Trump's Big Claims On 'Cost-Cutting' And Elon Musk

Trump has directed Elon Musk to carry out a comprehensive audit of the Pentagon, aiming to expose billions of dollars in fraud and misuse. With an annual budget nearing $1 trillion, the Pentagon is a major target for potential cost-cutting.

by: MSN

Trump and His Family Earned Millions from Trump Coin While 810,000 Others Lost Money: Report

"That coin is a joke," one Trump supporter who said he lost money on the president's memecoin wrote on social media

by: MSN

Trump's national security adviser confronted with sudden flip on USAID after confirmation

President Donald Trump's national security advisor Mike Waltz was put on the defensive Sunday about a government agency he once supported. Waltz appeared on "Meet The Press" where host Kristen Welker asked about the impact of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) slashing USAID's staff of 10,

by: Newsweek

Democrats Divided Over Using Government Shutdown to Fight Trump Agenda

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries last week indicated Democrats would consider using the threat of government shutdown to obtain White House concessions.

by: MSN

Ossoff says Musk's access to data could threaten U.S. security

One of Georgia's two U.S. senators is warning that Elon Musk's access to "Americans' sensitive personal information could put our national security at risk."

by: MSN

Jairam Ramesh says Biren Singh resigned "sensing the climate" ahead of Congress' no-confidence motion

Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh on Sunday said that Congress was set to move the no-confidence motion and "sensing the climate" Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh resigned. Jairam Ramesh termed Singh's resignation as "belated" and said the state was awaiting a visit by "frequent flier Prime Minister.

by: MSN

Arab nations slam Netanyahu remarks on Palestinian state on Saudi land

Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries condemned on Sunday remarks by Israel's prime minister who appeared to suggest in an interview that a Palestinian state could be established on Saudi territory. Benjamin Netanyahu's remarks,

by: MSN

AfriForum is extremely reckless, unpatriotic and very racist - Mokonyane

JOHANNESBURG - AfriForum has exposed itself as not committed to building the country. READ: Solidarity, Afriforum's blame President for Trump order That is according to ANC first deputy secretary-general,

by: MSN

Stephen Miller praises Trump, DOGE amid government slashing: 'Drain the swamp isn't just a talking point, it's a mandate'

White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller joins 'Sunday Morning Futures' to discuss President Donald Trump weighing reciprocal tariffs, DOGE continuing to slash government spending and Trump revoking Biden's security clearances.

by: MSN

Trump backs Musk and tasks him with investigating 'hundreds of billions' in military 'fraud'

Donald Trump has said he trusts Elon Musk and is going to ask him to investigate billions of dollars of "fraud and abuse" within the US military.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Musk 'not gaining anything' from DOGE, Trump tells Baier

Trump has previously threatened to halt funds to South Africa, claiming white South Africans are being mistreated by the nation's post-apartheid government. DOGE leader Elon Musk has also repeatedly accused his country of birth's government of being anti-white.

Trump defends Musk and says Doge will look at military spending

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth told Fox News he "welcomes" Doge putting military spending under the microscope. "When we spend dollars, we need to know where

In a recent interview, former President Donald Trump defended Elon Musk, stating that the Tesla and SpaceX CEO is "not a threat" to national security, despite concerns raised by some Democrats about Musk's foreign business ties and influence. Trump praised Musk's contributions to technology and space exploration, suggesting that his innovations benefit the U.S. He also mentioned that if re-elected, he would look into military spending, hinting at potential reforms or reductions, although he did not provide specifics. This comes amidst ongoing discussions about the implications of private sector involvement in national security and space.

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