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Dec 08 2024POLITICS

NATO Boss Pushes Europe to Boost Defense Spending as US Shifts

NATO's top boss, Mark Rutte, has been urging European countries to step up their defense spending. This comes as Donald Trump is set to return to the White House. Trump had previously criticized NATO allies for not spending enough on defense, which hurt trust among the allies. Back in 2014, after Russia took over Crimea, NATO leaders agreed to stop cutting defense b...

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

The Rise of Conservative Media: A New Era

In the past decade, conservative media has boomed, with outlets like Sinclair Broadcast Group and One America News Network leading the charge. This growth coincided with Trump's 2022 presidential bid and Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter, which became a hotbed for right-wing messages. Musk even invested $130 million in Trump's campaign, blending news and politics. Cons...

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Trump's Shadow Over Congress: A Packed Agenda and Key Leadership Picks

With Donald Trump set to return to the White House in January, lawmakers on Capitol Hill are rushing to tackle a long list of tasks before the end of the year. Top of the agenda is preventing a government shutdown, which looms large as a December deadline approaches. Many Republicans want to delay key decisions until Trump is back in charge, but this could cause chao...

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Arizona's New Senator: Meet Ruben Gallego

In a surprising turn of events, Democrat Ruben Gallego has been elected as Arizona's first Latino U. S. senator, beating Republican Kari Lake. This victory marks a significant shift in Arizona's political landscape, which has historically favored Republicans for Senate seats. Gallego, a five-term House member and Iraq War veteran, ran a campaign focused on his person...

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Senate Showdown: Who's Next in Line for GOP Leadership?

The Republican Senate is gearing up for a big change. The spot for the next majority leader is up for grabs, and it's a battle between three senators: John Thune from South Dakota, John Cornyn from Texas, and Rick Scott from Florida. This race is more than just a power play; it's a test of where the Republican party stands after Trump's presidency. Scott is throwing...

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Oct 31 2024POLITICS

Niki Haley Fans: A Tough Vote Ahead

Election Day is creating a tough dilemma for supporters of Nikki Haley. Kamala Harris has tried to attract them by showcasing Republicans who are critical of Donald Trump, but the strategy hasn’t stuck. Many Haley fans dislike Trump's controversial remarks, like those made during his New York rally. Some are even contemplating voting for Harris to keep Trump from ret...

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Oct 23 2024POLITICS

Detroit Rally: Obama Speaks Out on Election Chaos and Trump's Impact

Former President Barack Obama recently addressed a crowd in Detroit, recalling the turmoil caused by former President Donald Trump after the 2020 election. He pointed out how many people seemed to suddenly ignore values they were brought up with, just because Trump disputed the election results. He cited an incident where protesters disrupted vote counting at the Det...

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