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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Meet Scott Bessent: The Billionaire Investor Who Might Lead the Treasury

Scott Bessent, a billionaire investor, has been chosen by President-elect Trump to lead the Treasury Department. This is a surprising move, given Bessent's history of supporting Democratic candidates and working for George Soros, a prominent Democratic donor. However, Bessent has been in Trump's cir

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Sanders' New Mission: Protecting Entitlements

Bernie Sanders, a long-time progressive voice in the Senate, has expressed interest in joining the Finance Committee, which is set to be led by Republicans. This move would bring a strong advocate for social programs to the table, as Sanders aims to shield Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid fro

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

UFC Boss Dana White Calls It Quits on Politics

Dana White, the CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship, has been a long-time supporter of Donald Trump. He backed Trump in the 2024 presidential race, but recent reports suggest he's had enough of politics. White expressed his disdain to The New Yorker, saying, "I'm done with this. It's gross and dis

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

How Words Divide: The Impact of Partisan Language

In today's politically divided world, the language we use can have a significant impact on how others perceive us and our beliefs. Researchers conducted two experiments with 1121 Democrats and Republicans in the United States. They found that people tend to trust speakers more when they use language

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Week's Surprises: Bears' Loss, Smollett's Case, and City Budgets

The Chicago Bears faced yet another defeat, losing 20-19 to the Green Bay Packers. With a four-game losing streak, they're hoping to turn things around against the Minnesota Vikings. Meanwhile, the Jussie Smollett case took a turn when the Illinois Supreme Court overturned his convictions for stagin

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Why Republicans See a Long Senate Reign Ahead

Republicans are feeling confident about keeping their Senate majority for years to come. Senate GOP campaign chief Steve Daines believes their victory in the 2024 election, with 53 seats under their belt, could mean long-term control. Democrats had a tough map in 2024, but things might not get much

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

The Shift Away from Progressive Politics in California

Former Democratic donor Allison Huynh has seen a big change in California politics. She thinks that voters are turning against progressive policies. Huynh used to give money to the Democratic Party, but she's now unhappy with how they handle big city issues like in San Francisco. She thinks liberals

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Trump's TV Talents: From Fox to Cabinet

President-elect Donald Trump is assembling a Cabinet that reads more like a TV guide than a list of policy heavyweights. He's picked several faces from Fox News, including Sean Duffy for Treasury secretary and Pete Hegseth for the Pentagon. There's also Dr. Mehmet Oz, known for his health show, at t

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Mehmet Oz: From TV to Government Health Role

Former TV personality Dr. Mehmet Oz has been tapped by President Trump to lead a major health agency. This surprising move shifts Dr. Oz from the screen to the center of government health policy. Known widely for his popular TV show, Oz is now tasked with overseeing health coverage for the entire na

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Nov 23 2024POLITICS

Who's Next for Treasury Secretary? Meet Scott Bessent

Ever wondered who might be the next Treasury Secretary? Enter Scott Bessent, a bigwig from the finance world. You might know him as the former chief investment officer at Soros Fund Management. Trump's picked him, even though they haven't officially announced it yet. Why Bessent? Well, he's been giv

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