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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Trump and GOP Aim to End Daylight Saving Time

President-elect Donald Trump recently announced his plans to eliminate daylight saving time once he takes office. He shared this intention on TruthSocial, stating that while daylight saving time has some supporters, it's inconvenient and costly for the nation. Two of Trump's advisors, Elon Musk and

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Senator Ernst's Conflict Over Trump's Cabinet Pick

Senator Joni Ernst from Iowa is worried that she might have a tough time in the upcoming 2026 re-election. Why? Because of the conflicts around President-elect Donald Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth. Ernst is feeling the heat from Republican activists who want her to back Trump's

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Dec 13 2024POLITICS

The Challenge at Voice of America: A New Director Proposed

Voice of America (VOA) is an international news broadcaster funded by the US government. Usually, presidents don’t choose VOA’s director. But President-elect Donald Trump has a different idea. He proposed Kari Lake, a former local TV anchor who has criticized media and denied a US election result. J

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Dec 12 2024POLITICS

FBI Director Wray to Step Down: What's Next?

The FBI's current director, Christopher Wray, has made a big decision. He plans to leave his job at the end of Biden's term. This move comes as President-elect Trump has been criticizing Wray and wants to choose his own FBI director. Wray has been in charge since 2017, when Trump picked him for the

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Dec 11 2024POLITICS

Why Trump's Trade and Immigration Policies Might Spoil Your Avocado Toast

Ever thought about what would happen if your favorite avocado toast became a luxury item? It's not just a far-fetched idea anymore. President Trump's trade and immigration policies could make that a reality. Back in 2018, when the U. S. slapped tariffs on several countries, they hit back. This raise

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Dec 11 2024POLITICS

Trudeau: Trump's Tariffs Could Hit U. S. Pocketbooks Hard

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently warned that President Trump's proposed tariffs on products from Canada and Mexico could make life more expensive for Americans. Speaking at a business event in Halifax, Trudeau said that Trump's 25% tax plan on imports would increase costs for many eve

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Dec 10 2024POLITICS

Trump's Take on Tariffs: A Boon for Business?

President Trump sat down with NBC's "Meet the Press" to discuss his plan to impose tariffs. When asked if families might face higher prices, he admitted he couldn't guarantee anything but pointed to the economy's strength before COVID. Companies like Walmart and Stanley Black & Decker have voiced co

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Dec 09 2024POLITICS

Trump on Trade, Revenge, and Immigration: What to Expect

Donald Trump, the newly elected president, has been making headlines with his bold statements on various issues. In a recent interview, he discussed his plans for trade, justice, and immigration. Trump isn't sure if his tariffs on imports from countries like Mexico and Canada will raise prices for A

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Dec 09 2024BUSINESS

Will Trump's Tariffs Drown Small Businesses?

President-elect Donald Trump's plan includes heavy tariffs on imports, especially from China. This could be bad news for local shops. Those small businesses rely on global supplies, like the foods we eat or parts for repairs. If the costs rise by 20 to 100 percent, some shops might close. The probl

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Dec 09 2024POLITICS

Trump Calls on China to End Ukraine War

Former U. S. President Donald Trump has urged China to help stop the war in Ukraine. He made this call just a day after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Paris. Trump suggested an immediate ceasefire and negotiations, arguing that too many lives are being lost. He believes that

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