PRESIDENT DON SMOLENSKI

Jun 16 2026POLITICS

White House UFC Showdown: Stars Miss the Party

President Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with a UFC fight on the White House lawn, inviting 4, 300 guests including service members and celebrities. The event featured 14 fighters from around the globe battling in a cage, while the Marine Band and country star Zac Brown opened with the national

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Jun 15 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Unexpected Lessons on Politics and Pride

Donald Trump has taught me that pride can be a double‑edged sword. He uses words to rally people, yet his language often shows how unclear speech can mislead and divide. When he attacks movements that fight racism, class bias, or ableism, it reminds me how vital diversity and fairness are in s

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Jun 15 2026POLITICS

Trump’s UFC Showdown in DC: Power Play or Just a Birthday Bash?

Donald Trump turned 80 by throwing a high-profile UFC event on the White House lawn, turning federal property into a private fight stage. Amid rising inflation and an ongoing war with Iran, the event—dubbed "UFC Freedom 250" to tie into America’s upcoming 250th anniversary—has drawn criticism for bl

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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

Trump Says New Israel, Iran Strikes Won’t Shake Peace Talks

President Trump claimed that fresh attacks from Israel and Iran would not derail his administration’s negotiations with Tehran, asserting that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “doesn’t call the shots. ” He has urged Israel to pause its operations in Lebanon so that a broader agreement wi

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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

South Africa’s Plan to Stop Hate and Protect All

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that his government will take stronger action against the groups responsible for xenophobic attacks, which have hurt South Africa’s image worldwide. The country has been dealing with violent protests that target immigrants from Ghana, Nigeria, Malawi and Mozambiqu

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Jun 05 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Talk and Middle East Views at Swiss Business Meet

Donald Trump Jr. spoke about digital money and the U. S. –Iran tension at a private event in Zurich on Thursday. He highlighted how blockchain and artificial intelligence could change the business world, calling their combination a “game changer. ” The Trump family has moved beyond real estate

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Jun 03 2026POLITICS

Trump Hints Vance and Rubio Could Rule 2028

Donald Trump recently spoke on a podcast about the possibility of Vice President J. D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio forming a winning ticket for the 2028 presidential election. The former president praised their teamwork, saying it would be hard to beat and that they get along well. V

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Jun 03 2026POLITICS

A housing boss steps into a high-stakes security role—without the background

President Trump has named Bill Pulte, a real estate regulator with no national security experience, to temporarily head the U. S. intelligence community. Pulte currently runs the Federal Housing Finance Agency and still holds that job while taking on the new role. His appointment replaces Tulsi Gabb

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May 30 2026HEALTH

Trump’s Health Check: A Closer Look

President Donald Trump recently visited Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for his third in‑person medical exam in a little over a year. The White House physician, Dr. Sean Barbabella, released a memo stating that the former president is “in excellent health” and fully capable of performin

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May 28 2026POLITICS

Health Checks, Media Gaps: A Closer Look

President Donald Trump recently finished a routine physical at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He shared the good news on social media, thanking doctors and staff for a perfect result. The visit was his third in just over a year, part of the White House’s stated routine dental and medi

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