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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

The Bitcoin Boom: Trump’s Crypto Connection

Bitcoin hit a monumental $100, 000 mark on Wednesday, and it seems President-elect Donald Trump wants in on the celebration. “CONGRATULATIONS BITCOINERS! ! ! $100, 000! ! ! YOU’RE WELCOME! ! ! ” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, taking some credit for the milestone. This comes after naming

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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

House Republicans Face a Tight Majority

The final seat in the 2024 elections has been called, with Democrat Adam Gray winning in California's 13th District. This leaves Republicans with a narrow 220-215 majority in the House. With President-elect Trump's agenda on the line, Speaker Mike Johnson can only afford to lose two votes if Democra

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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

Should Biden Use Preemptive Pardons to Shield Trump’s Targets?

Senate Democrats are considering if President Joe Biden should grant preemptive pardons before he leaves office, to protect those who might face retribution from President-elect Donald Trump. This discussion is sparked by Trump's threats on the campaign trail to target his political opponents, whom

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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

Trump’s DEA Pick Steps Back: Who Made the Call?

In a surprising turn of events, Chad Chronister, Donald Trump’s choice to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration, announced that he won’t be taking the job after all. Those close to the situation might be confused about who really made the decision. Chronister, the sheriff of Hillsborough County,

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Dec 05 2024POLITICS

The New Sheriffs of Crypto and Tech: Meet Paul Atkins and Gail Slater

President-elect Donald Trump has made two significant nominations that are stirring up both the crypto and tech worlds: Paul Atkins for the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Gail Slater for the Justice Department's antitrust division. Let's break down what this means. Paul Atkins, who ha

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Dec 05 2024FINANCE

Trump's Pick for SEC Chair: A Fresh Start for Crypto?

President Donald Trump has made a significant move in the world of finance and politics by announcing his intention to nominate Paul Atkins as the new chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This decision comes as no surprise to many, as Atkins, currently the CEO of Patomak Global

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Dec 04 2024POLITICS

Trump's Legal Team: Dismiss Hush Money Case for New President

Donald Trump’s lawyers have submitted an official request to a New York judge, asking that the hush money case against him be thrown out. They argue that the case could cause disruptions to the presidency, especially since Trump just won the election. The lawyers pointed out that President Joe Biden

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Dec 04 2024POLITICS

Trump's DEA Pick Backtracks: Another Top Spot Left Vacant

Sheriff Chad Chronister, who was chosen by former President Donald Trump to lead the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), has decided to step back from the role. Chronister, who currently serves as the top law enforcement officer in Hillsborough County, Florida, announced his withdrawal on Tuesday

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Dec 03 2024POLITICS

Trump's Pick for FBI Director: Kash Patel Sparks Debate

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Kash Patel, a former staffer and right-wing media personality, to head the FBI. This decision has attracted attention, with some questioning Patel's suitability for the role and the tradition of keeping the FBI director non-partisan. Patel, author of "Governme

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Dec 03 2024POLITICS

Presidential Pardons: A New Era with Trump?

President Joe Biden's pardon for Hunter Biden was no surprise. Biden loves his family, so a pardon was expected. But here's what's interesting: we might be stepping into a new age of pardons. Imagine if former President Donald Trump gets his way. He wants to stop what he calls "lawfare, " or using

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